The Management Minute by Andrew Walters

Out of all possible tactics available to whitetail hunters, the use of scent is one that can show the highest rate of success since deer trust their sense of smell above all else. Scent should often be used as a confidence builder in combination with other stimuli...

Deer rutting season (or “the rut”) is the highlight of the year for any seasoned deer hunter. With bucks on the chase for estrus does, unique behaviors emerge that make them much more vulnerable and easier to hunt. If you’re thinking about hunting a buck during deer...

Many whitetail hunters neglect to bring their antlers or rattle-bag into the woods until just before the rut. Rattling works earlier in the season too; however, bucks react for a different reason than the “testosterone filled triggers” that may draw their response...

Albino deer. Just mention those two words around a campfire or any gathering of hunters and you are sure to get some stories going. There is something mysterious and very intriguing about a true albino whitetail in the wild. Native Americans even believed they were...

If you listen to the chat in the local archery shop about a supposed “lull” that happens during the hunting season you might think it’s useless to venture forth in pursuit of whitetails during this time. It even has a name, in the northern half of the country it’s...

After a long, hot summer, most deer hunters are eager to get back in a stand to begin their quest for a successful season. The anticipation may be high for some, letting nothing get in their way of pursuing a trophy whitetail, yet others refuse to hunt early season...

It has been many years, but I can still remember the first time I ever shot at a flying “clay pigeon.” My dad had purchased an inexpensive clay target trap that would throw one or two clay targets between 40 and 50 yards. We went to a family-owned property in the...

EXTENDS CHALLENGE TO PARTICIPATE Advocating for conservation initiatives and supporting conservation organizations has long been a corporate emphasis of the Mossy Oak family of companies.  As such, the inaugural...

When it comes to drought management, preparedness is key. Whether you operate a ranch or manage a hunting property, having a good drought plan in place can make a huge difference, even in the most severe drought conditions. Let’s take a look at the importance of...

Mast orchards represent an alternative or a supplement to food plots as a natural way for attracting and feeding deer. Once planted, most trees are relatively maintenance free. However, planting trees typically represents a much more substantial up-front investment,...