According to the National Deer Association, during the 2023-2024 hunting season, U.S. hunters successfully harvested more than 3 million whitetail bucks, thus establishing a new record for mature buck ...

One way to find out what deer hunting gear works, and what doesn’t, is to play equipment roulette. Or you could use the head-to-head tests we conducted this year to find your next treestand, trail ...

Deer hunters want gear that will increase their chances of success. While nothing can guarantee a big buck walking by your stand, there are pieces of equipment that can improve your days afield.

The swamp was the place to be. It was where all the whitetails came from, retreated to, and felt safe enough to move in daylight in the high-pressure public-land area I was hunting. But as I clanged ...

As deer season concludes, diehard hunters will process a range of emotions. They celebrate great memories and try to forget fresh heartbreak. Despite the ups and downs, deer season cares not about ...

As dawn broke, a doe appeared, walking hastily and looking back over her shoulder frequently. With a bonus doe tag in my pocket and a strong hunger for fresh venison, I put my call to my lips and made ...

Sheryl Magdycz searches for tracks while deer hunting at the Hiram H. Fox Wildlife Management Area, Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, in Worthington. DANIEL JACOBI II / Staff Photo During shotgun season, deer ...