We’ve all been there. A whitetail buck worthy of your arrow steps into view, but not yet into range. He’s moving slow and cautious, and you’re patiently waiting for a shot opportunity. He just needs to move 10 more yards and you draw your bow. Then, something spooks him from behind. He takes off running […]
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In recent years, upwards of 11 million people have taken to the field to hunt whitetails. That’s quite impressive, as there are only an estimated 15 million hunters total! Hunters pursuing whitetail deer are almost always dreaming of a massive buck to mount on the wall at home, which keeps those hunters returning to the […]
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Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. If you’re like me and hunt straight through the season, chances are you’re going to be in some seriously cold and wet weather, and your feet will suffer […]
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One of the most sought-after spoils of a deer hunt–and the one I’m most hesitant to share–is venison jerky. It’s the perfect protein source on the go, whether you’re hiking, hunting, or traveling. While you could take your deer to a processor and pay to have jerky made, it can be much more affordable and […]
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This recipe is definitely drool-worthy! I whipped up my own version of a Wild Turkey KFC Bowl, and boy did it deliver. There’s admittedly a little more work involved than your typical wild game recipe, but it’s all worthwhile once you bite into that excellent combination of crispy nuggets, velvety mashed potatoes, and flavorful gravy. […]
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That time of year when avid waterfowlers are waking up in the middle of the night, loading up their boats and ATVs, rigging up their decoys, and hitting the water or the flooded fields is magical. Hunting ducks on public land has long been one of my favorite outdoor activities, but finding a reliable spot […]
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There’s nothing quite like the rush of harvesting your first deer. From the moment you realize you made the shot to the moment you first walk up on the downed animal, it’s a memory that’s usually burned into a hunter’s mind forever. It’s even better when you can make that memory with your family. Young […]
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Food is one of the highlights of every trip. You know this essential fact if you’ve been hunting. Nothing compares to breakfast over a fire at deer camp on a brisk fall morning. No dinner is as good as one with the wild game over a fire, old hunting stories, and a few cold ones. […]
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Christmas is quickly approaching, and most of our minds are probably on that busy time of year. But the winter solstice is also quickly approaching. On December 21, the first day of winter, the Northern hemisphere will be tilted farthest from the sun. The result is the shortest day of the year, giving way to […]
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There are many adventures to add to your hunting bucket list, and pronghorn antelope hunting should be one of them. They provide hunters a good opportunity to fill a tag and have lots of fun during their spot-and-stalk hunt along the way. Pronghorn antelope live in regions with wide-open and expansive fields, grasslands, and rolling […]
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