Hunting

Deer can run incredibly fast, with the top species like Caribou reaching speeds up to 50 mph. Their speed, agility, and ability to zigzag allow them to outmaneuver predators like wolves, coyotes, and cougars. We’ll delve into the top 10 fastest American deer species, including Caribou, Elk, and White-Tailed Deer. We’ll show you how deer […]

If your deer meat taste gamey and tough, it’s likely due to factors like high stress in the animal, improper field dressing, or inadequate cooking methods. Let’s break down the ten reasons and how to fix them. Venison Tips Table Common Reasons for Gamey and Tough Venison and How to Fix Them Reason Explanation Solution

Deer kick after death due to residual electrical activity in their muscles and nerves, even after the brain has stopped functioning. This phenomenon, along with the onset of rigor mortis, is a natural part of the post-mortem process, and understanding it can help hunters manage and process their game more effectively. In this article, we’ll

Yes, you can hunt deer during rainy weather! Rain can provide unique advantages by enhancing deer movement and masking your own. Research shows that deer tend to seek areas with dense canopy cover during heavy rain but become more active in open areas during light rain or drizzle, providing excellent hunting opportunities.  But how exactly

Deer are polyphasic sleepers, taking multiple short naps throughout the day rather than one long sleep, with most of true deer sleep occurring during the day while lying down, although they may also rest standing up to stay alert for predators. The Basics of Deer Resting Patterns Deer are what we call polyphasic sleepers. Fancy

A deer can smell you from up to a mile (1.6 km) away. But will only be concerned about you if you’re between 250 to 500 yards away. Check our Deer Smell Distance Calculator for a quick estimate of how far they can smell you. Variables that influence deer smelling distance include wind conditions, terrain,

You should field dress a deer as soon as possible, ideally within 30 minutes to an hour after the kill, to ensure the quality and safety of the meat. But you can leave it for a couple of hours when hunting in cold weather. I’ve left carcasses for a couple of hours in cold weather.