Turkey hunters use different calls to mimic hen sounds and attract gobblers. Common call types include box calls, slate calls, and diaphragm calls, each offering different tones and levels of control depending on hunting conditions and distance. Turkeys are intensely vocal creatures known for a…
Hunter education is critical to keeping hunts safe and legal – and thanks to improvements in technology, new hunters have more options than ever. However, it can sometimes be tough to choose between a traditional in-person course and an online course. Can you take a…
Hunting hogs carries an inherent risk, so you want to be as safe as you can whenever possible. Wild hogs can be mean, strong, and angry — plus, hunting them usually requires getting close. To stay safe when hunting hogs, hunters must apply these four…
Identifying any game in challenging conditions is one of the hardest things to do while hunting. This is especially true of canines in the wild. Distinguishing a coyote vs wolf can be tricky, and mistaking one for the other can have legal, moral, and safety…
Whether you're taking a long trip across the country for your dream buck or loading up for a nearby turkey opener, good preparation makes for a smooth hunting trip. There's a lot to consider, but new hunters needn't worry: knowing what to bring, how to…
Wearing blaze orange, also known as "fluorescent" or "hunter" orange, is required when hunting in most states. Blaze orange keeps you safe in the field by ensuring you are visible to other hunters. How much orange do you need to wear? Are there any states…
