Archive for August, 2011

How To Balance Camouflage And Safety

If you are going to be hunting for the first time, you will want to remember that safety is still the number one issue that needs to be remember. People often watch a lot of movies and figure you can throw on a pair of camouflage pants and head out and you have all your bases covered. It is important to remember that there is different camouflage for different areas. You don’t want to be dressed for the desert and then head to the woods, you will be sitting duck. So the place to start is Read the rest of this entry »

Proper Techniques For Stalking Red Deer

Prior to your hunting trip, you should scout the area during off season to check for deer sign. There are some areas that the red deer will frequent more than others. All deer need three essential things; forage, water, and bed-down locations (or safe areas, such as heavy brush). When you are in deer country, scout for heavily used animal trails, which will usually have plenty of deer droppings.Always wear silent clothing and secure any rattling gear, because sound is Read the rest of this entry »

Now That You’ve Made Your Kill, What’s Next

Hunting can be one of the most fun and rewarding ways to spend your time. Everything leading up to the moment that you take your shot is crucial to a successful hunt, but what do you do after you have an animal on the ground?

First of all, breathe! Your adrenaline is sure to be high as the sky after taking a shot, so relax for a minute. Let your heart stop pounding and let your hands stop shaking. Carefully leave your hunting spot and move towards your game. Hopefully, you won’t have to track it very Read the rest of this entry »

Hunting Safety Tips

You’ve heard the horror stories or read them online with your WildBlue Deals internet…hunting can be dangerous if it’s performed incorrectly. Here are a few of our best suggestions for enjoying the bounty of the land without getting hurt.
Tell Someone – Before you go, even if you’re leaving at the crack of dawn, be sure to let someone know where you’re going in case something happens. You never know, you could fall down an embankment, break your leg or even have a heart attack – let authorities know where to Read the rest of this entry »