Hunting
February Coyote Calling
February Coyote Calling By Troy Hoepker When the calendar flips to November bowhunters in Iowa feel the magic in the air of the whitetail breeding season kicking into full swing. The majestic bucks that dreams are made of seem to be everywhere. For coyote hunters that magical time of year is late January into February. […]
READ MOREDeer Hunting Secrets From Dad
Deer Hunting Secrets from Dad By Drew Henry I was raised hunting white-tailed deer with my dad in eastern Montana on the Milk River, primarily from a tree stand. My hundreds of mornings and nights spent patiently waiting for that bruiser to walk past me have resulted in some great successes, even more great mistakes, […]
READ MOREWinter Waterfowl: Keys To Success
Winter Waterfowl: Keys To Success By Ryan Eder Hunting waterfowl during the winter is a true test of a hunter’s grit. Certainly we face challenges throughout the entire season, but the later weeks in the Midwest waterfowl season present some of the most challenging, yet favorable conditions to a successful duck or goose hunt. With […]
READ MOREPheasant Hunting Should Be Strategic Too!
Pheasant Hunting Should Be Strategic Too! By Dave Owens When it comes to pheasant hunting I think a lot of people think of it as an easy task. Grab your gun, shells, vest, boots, and hit the field to kick up some birds. While there might be some truth to that mentality, pheasant hunting should […]
READ MORECoyotes Late Season Dirt Hole Success
Coyotes Late Season Dirt Hole Success By Larry Sills Late season coyote dirt hole trapping utilizes a #3 or #4 size trap, a stake, lures, urine, and bait. Throughout the decades this method has proved itself as a reliable method to catch late season coyotes in Iowa. The reason being is its versatility. The lure […]
READ MORELate Season Whitetail Tactics
Late Season Whitetail Tactics By Charlie Lueth Being Prepared It’s never too early in the year to get your gun out of its case and practice. Try some different bullet and powder combinations. You may find that your gun likes a different bullet than your buddies. Ultimately, your gun should make the decision for you […]
READ MOREPreparing for the Late Season Duck Migration
Preparing for the Late Season Duck Migration By Steve Weisman As we move into late October and early November, diehard waterfowlers are chomping at the bit to get into the fall migration. According to Orrin Jones Waterfowl Research Biologist for the Iowa DNR, the potential is there for a great waterfowl migration. “The count for […]
READ MOREWhitetail Rut Q&A
Whitetail Rut Q&A By Ricky Kinder 1. Is using a decoy worth the risk or hassle? It seems like a lot of work and risk to maybe have a buck come in closer. If so how do you maximize your results? Personally, I don’t hunt with a decoy setup. I’ve tried it in the past […]
READ MORETechniques, Equipment, and Essential Ingredients for Deer Processing
Techniques, Equipment, and Essential Ingredients for Deer Processing By Jessica Graham It was my first sit of the year with my bow, and I was fortunate enough to be sitting about 14 yards away from my dad in a single adder stand. As expected, the movement was slow, and only started an hour and a […]
READ MOREWhitetails 365: Bagging Late Season Bucks
Whitetails 365: Bagging Late Season Bucks By Aaron McKinney Late muzzleloader season presents a prime opportunity for hunters to pursue mature bucks. With the chaotic energy of the rut simmering down, you will see several mature bucks gradually revert to their regular patterns, meandering back to their core habitats. This transition period offers a strategic […]
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