After getting smashed in the jugular with the hunting bug, I soon realized how important owning a good backpack was. The first animal I had to pack out by myself was a mountain lion. I ended up dragging this lion for about three miles and from that point forward, I vowed to get a backpack that could do the work for me and haul out my loads.

Hunters from all over the United States and the world head to the western states to chase bucks throughout the fall and winter; however, each month, mule deer bucks do something different. Here is a month-by-month breakdown of expected mule deer behavior from August through December. This breakdown can give you a good idea of what to expect and where you might find bucks hanging out during any given month for hunting season.

Velvet season is officially here. And if you’re hunting mule deer the next month and are going to be doing a backcountry type hunt, it might be a good idea to consider a way to preserve your precious velvet in the field.

Learn how to anticipate the shots you'll see in the field and prepare for bowhunting success this season.

If you are looking to make your wild game—especially deer and elk—taste more tender and even better, consider aging it this fall. There are so many different ways to do this and I often do it differently year to year.

To understand elk behavior and movements, it’s essential to comprehend typical behavior during different situations because this knowledge will aid you in your next hunt.