Deer of the Year
He thought it was a big 10, but a trophy 8-point will do
An avid bowhunter, Joey Woodard of Rosepine took this big Natchitoches Parish 8-point buck with his bow on Jan. 22. […]
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Crossbow crossups
Without proper setup, accessories and the right training, a new crossbow can be a dangerous weapon — to the hunter. […]
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The deadly Black Widow
It’s rare that Sammy Romano is surprised by how well a particular bow shoots. The Black Widow PCHII takedown recurve is a work of art. […]
Field Reports
How to repair an old target
Don’t throw away that old target when a few dollars could breath new life into your beat-up target. Try this DIY project. […]
Deer Hunting
Trail cameras have changed the way deer hunters approach the season
The approach of bow season for Louisiana deer should find hunters really kicking up their activity as they try to get a leg up on their quarry. […]
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A release that’s handy
Hand-held release aids are becoming more and more popular with bowhunters in the archery world, and for good reason too. Here are some pros. […]
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Shot placement should be a bowhunter’s No. 1 concern
The best equipment in the world pales in comparison to a bowhunter’s ability to pick his shot for the best result, a quick, clean kill. […]
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Garmin’s Xero sight expensive but worth it
Its unique range-finding feature makes the Garmin Xero A1i sight a top-drawer sight for any hunter’s bow. Here’s the reason why. […]
Apex Predator
Hunting black squirrels with a bow
The author explains how he’s taken black fox squirrels along the Mississippi River and surrounding bottomland hardwoods with a bow. […]
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What’s new in broadheads for 2019?
Bowhunters have plenty of new broadheads to choose from for deer season. Determine the style that best fits your purposes. […]
Deer Hunting
Taking an important (tree) stand
Several factors are important in finding and selecting that perfect tree for an archery stand for deer. Here are some easy to follow tips. […]
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Crossbow scopes 101: Sight them in correctly
The process of sighting in a crossbow scope takes several steps — but it’s invaluable to a hunte when that big buck walks out. […]
Deer Hunting
In the ‘Cross’Hairs
Crossbows are still looked down upon by some traditional bowhunters, but they definitely give people another option during archery season. […]
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Draw your own conclusions
Much of the allure of bowhunting is the challenge it presents. Timing your draw is one of the hardest skills to learn as a bowhunter. […]
Deer Hunting
Early-season gear list
Bow season cranks up early in Southwest Louisiana, and while conditions may not be all that pleasant, these items should make the experience better. […]
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Sweat the small stuff — all the time
Bowhunters make these common mistakes each and every year. Hopefully, these tips will help you be more successful this season. […]