by Tom Ryle | May 16, 2011 | Deer, Hunting
Mapping Hot Stand Sites In parts 1 and 2 of this series I focused on gathering intelligence on deer movement and core rut zones. In part 3, we’re going to put that data to work. Before we begin, I want to clarify what I mean by “hot stand sites”. I define a...
by Stan Woody | May 13, 2011 | Elk, Hunting, Outdoor Education, Wildlife
I have mentored a number of first time bowhunters in the past years and one of the top questions they ask is, “How do you close the gap on Roosevelt herd bulls when they won’t come in and you can’t stalk in close enough for a good shot?” There isn’t a single answer to...
by Stan Woody | Apr 18, 2011 | Hunting
Do you shed hunt in the Pacific Northwest for Roosevelt sheds? If you don’t it’s a great way to learn an area, the animals that made it through the past season and it is a superb way to get out and have some fun with the family. Most shed hunters know, you want to...
by Tom Ryle | Apr 13, 2011 | Deer, Hunting, Outdoor Education
Finding Core Rut Zones In Part 1 of this series I discussed the importance of mapping deer trail networks when the deciduous trees and vegetation are bare, revealing otherwise difficult to discern trail networks and other key topography features. In this post, I will...
by Stan Woody | Apr 5, 2011 | Elk, Hunting, Product Reviews
Thanks Tom! If you didn’t have a chance to read Tom’s post titled, Change!, go check it out! I am really excited about FreshTrax™ and all the great companies we are working with. This is going to be another great adventure for sure! I just returned from...
by Tom Ryle | Apr 5, 2011 | Deer, Hunting, Outdoor Education, Wildlife
The close of deer season across the country is a time when many hunters trade their muck-caked boots for a pair of fleece-lined slippers. It’s a time to reflect on close calls, time afield with good friends & family, and filled tags for those fortunate...