#Mule Deer Hunt

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Montana Deer Hunt 2022

Our second year applying for Montana and we didn’t get a tag for the Mule Deer Buck so we each got a tag for a whitetail doe.  Our plan was to go no matter what even if we didn’t get drawn for a buck because they such an amazing youth program. So we loaded up the kids and headed to Montana.  This would be Alyssa’s 4th year hunting and Reagans 1st ever big game hunt.   The drive to Montana from…

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10 Best Mule Deer Hunting Tips

Do you hunt mule deer? Do you want to learn how to take more mule deer home? In this article, we share mule deer hunting tips to help you be more successful when hunting mule deer.

1. Time To Glass

The best time to glass for mule deer is early in the morning. At this time of the day, the hair on their coats and light-colored rumps glow because of the low-angle light. The light will also gleam on the tines of their antlers.

2. Mountain Mahogany

During the early days of the hunting season, the pressure quickly builds up  and bucks move into thick areas of mountain mahogany. In this area, they position themselves so they can see anything coming towards them from their back trail. This is a safe area for them as it is covered with dried leaves and twigs that will snap, crackle, and pop when pressure is applied to them.

3. Mule Deer In Canyons

When you are looking for mule deer in high-country canyons, you can easily spot them by their steamy breath. Additionally, you might find their tracks in the snow that may lead you to them.

4. Windy Day Hunt

On windy days, mule deer will seek refuge in deep canyons and pockets of dense cover. They, like elk, don't like being out there in the cold wind. Look for these areas on windy days and you might just get rewarded for your effort. If you want to learn more mule deer hunting tips, then click this link.

5. Mule Deer & Clear-cuts

Mule deer can often be found in recently clear-cut areas. Clear-cut areas have shrubs and plants tend to grow quickly as their roots penetrate the soil and their leaves receive sunlight. If you find recently clear-cut areas, there is a good chance that you will find mule deer in that area.

6. Meandering Tracks

When a mule deer moves from a food source to bedding, its trail will be in a straight line. However, as it gets closer to its bedding area, it begins to meander through the cover, going after twigs and searching for a spot to lie down.

If you are tracking a mule deer and you notice its tracks start to wander, backtrack a few hundred yards, go above where you think it has bedded down so that you can move forward from a higher elevation. You will get closer to it from a higher elevation and get a better shot if it gets spooked.

7. Mule Deer & Sandy Basins

Mule deer love a small basin with white sand. These basins usually have the best bitterbrush and are more open. If you come across a small basin with white sand, find a good spot, and hunt that area.

8. Mule Deer & Sagebrush

Mule deer like sagebrush and are attracted to it. Be on the lookout for patches of sagebrush. If you find these areas, hunt them as they attract mule deer.

9. Chat With Locals

Always find time to make friends and chat with the locals near the area you want to hunt mule deer. You may be surprised how much valuable information you can learn from them about the behavior of mule deer and other animals in that area.

10. Deer Sex & Their Pee

If you are tracking a mule deer, you can determine its sex by studying the spot it urinated. Bucks urinate forward into the snow, in the same direction their tracks are moving in. Does, on the other hand, urinate straight down or in the reverse direction.

Conclusion

Hunting mule deer can be challenging but rewarding. In this article, we share mule deer hunting tips. If you would like to learn more about hunting mule deer, then visit click here.

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[spiritofthemountainnaturephoto]

Until the cool breeze and change of leaves begin, I can always pretend it's Fall 🍂🍁

Way of the hunter has an amazing photo mode and super well done animal models. Even if you don't like hunting it's oddly the best photography game I've found.

[kurtoutdoorman]

Happy to take the offspring out for a good time

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Trophy Hunters of Tomorrow

Tyler Poole of Hankamer, Texas, has been deer hunting several years and has seven whitetails and one mule deer to his credit. The 12-year-old seventh grader at Abeka Christian Academy got the chance to go after mule deer in the Texas Panhandle when his dad, Jared, applied for a Big Time Texas Hunt with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Each year, TPWD makes a lot of good hunts available on Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) and other places in Texas, and lucky hunters often come home with trophies of a lifetime.

Jared was accepted for the mule deer hunt on the Yoakum Dunes WMA in Cochran County, with Tyler as a guest hunter. The hunters gathered their guns and gear and traveled to Cochran County, where they met their guides at the WMA headquarters near the small town of Whiteface. Tyler carried his Ruger 6.5 Creedmoor and a pocket full of shells.

At dinner on the day of their arrival, Tyler and his guide planned a hunt on the vast 14,037-acre WMA. The vast West Texas area is home to a good population of mule deer, and the hunters would cruise the backroads looking for a good buck. Long stalks to get in position for a good shot are not uncommon, and Tyler found out how difficult it is to get in rifle range of a mule deer in the sand dunes of Cochran County.

On the first day, Tyler and his guide got close to a buck or two, but had no luck in the stalk. The next day, they went back after a good buck that they had seen the day before. The deer was unusual, because the G-2s did not fork, but the antler tines were long and Tyler wanted to test his 6.5 Creedmoor on the buck.

In the afternoon, the hunters spotted the buck they were after, and Tyler decided to try for a stalk that would give him a decent shot. After walking and then crawling through the shin oak brush for hours, Tyler finally got a good shot with his Ruger 6.5 Creedmoor at 170 yards. The buck went down, and Tyler had his first mule deer.

Jared had also taken a wide mulie buck, and both father and son returned to Hankamer, just east of Houston, with big smiles. The Big Time Texas Hunt for mule deer had paid off!

Tyler and his dad decided to enter their bucks in the 2023 Hunters Extravaganza Annual Deer Competition in Houston. Both buck were outstanding, but Jared beat Tyler for Best Texas Mule Deer by a few inches. Tyler plans to take a whitetail during the 2023-24 season, and it might be a hunt with his new bow. Jared is a bowhunter, and Tyler plans to take up the sport.

“The Panhandle hunt was special for me and Dad,” Tyler said. “We both enjoyed the sandhill scenery, and the guides were great on the Yoakum Dunes WMA.” The Houston deer contest was the first for Tyler—but probably not the last.

Tyler says he likes to hunt and fish, and has done a lot of both. He also likes Little League baseball. As for deer hunting, he likes it all—but prefers evening hunts. Texas Trophy Hunters Association wants to congratulate Tyler for his first mule deer buck, and hope it’s not his last. —Horace Gore

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My baby is a provider 🥰

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More Hunting Opportunity

If I told you there was a way to increase opportunity as a whole for hunters, have a larger seat at the conservation table, have an irrefutable voice as the major stake holders of wildlife policy, add another vail of protection from anti-hunting and fishing initiatives, have more animals on the landscape, have improved fisheries, and a healthier habitat . Would you be willing to have a small fee…

[practicingwild]

"A good hunter's way of hunting is a hard job which demands much from a man: he must keep himself fit, face extreme fatigues, accept danger. It involves a complete code of ethics of the most distinguished design; the hunter that accepts the sporting code of ethics keeps his commandments in the greatest solitude, with no witnesses or audience other than the sharp peaks of the mountains, the roaming cloud, the stern oak, the trembling juniper, and the passing animal."

Jose Ortega y Gasset, Meditations on Hunting (1942)

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Top Outfitters and Guides for Bighorn Hunting in British Columbia

Starting a bighorn sheep hunting in British Columbia sets off an exciting journey with unmatched challenge. For hunters looking for a unique experience, BC is a top choice because of its tough terrain and great game species. This is a thorough guide to assist you negotiate the complexity of organizing your hunt.

Exploring the BC Bighorn Sheep Hunting Experience

From steep areas to deep forests, British Columbia's varied geography presents a variety of hunting conditions. Familiarizing oneself with the region is absolutely vital for your bighorn sheep hunt planning. Bighorn sheep live in high-altitude environments and steep, rocky slopes, hence be ready for difficult hikes and challenging surroundings. To manage the often erratic weather of BC's alpine areas, equip yourself with robust hiking boots, a premium backpack, and weather-appropriate gear.

Make sure you know the local laws and get the required bighorn hunting permits before you head out. Hunting rules in BC might differ greatly depending on the area. Learn the particular regulations for the region you intend to hunt, including tag requirements, permitted gear, and season dates. To help you remain legal and make wise decisions, the BC Wildlife Federation and local conservation groups offer comprehensive data and tools.

Essential Gear and Preparation

A good bighorn sheep hunt depends on selecting the proper gear. Depending on your taste, a high-powered rifle or bow is essential; optics include binoculars and spotting scopes will assist you to find your target from a distance. Bring topographic maps or a dependable GPS gadget as well to negotiate the difficult terrain.

For long trips in the woods, your gear should also contain a strong tent, sleeping bag, and cooking utters. Invest in a top-notch rain jacket and layers to keep warm and dry considering the possibility of erratic temperature.

Hunting bighorn sheep calls for strength and endurance. Engage in a strict fitness program including cardio, strength building, and hiking with a weighted backpack to get ready for the physical challenges of the hunt. Your ability to negotiate the challenging terrain and higher physical effort of the hunt will depend on your degree of conditioning.

Combining Hunts: Bighorn Sheep and Mule Deer

BC is also known for its mule deer numbers in addition to its bighorn sheep numbers. If you have a longer hunting trip scheduled, think about including mule deer hunting. Mule deer hunting BC presents unique difficulties and benefits; the mix of these hunts will improve your whole experience.

Choose sites known for both species when organizing mule deer hunting and make sure you have the proper gear and licenses for both kinds of hunting. Mule deer commonly live on varied kinds of ground than bighorn sheep, so modify your plans and tools.

Ahead of time scouting the region is crucial for both mule deer and bighorn sheep. Search for evidence of wildlife activity like droppings and tracks, then mark possible sites for food and bedding. This advance preparation will boost your chances of success and assist you to decide on your hunting paths.

To learn about the animals in your selected location, use local guides and trail cameras. Understanding animal behaviour and environmental preferences can be much enhanced by local knowledge.

Final Tips for a Successful Hunt

Pack Light but Thorough: Although you should pack quickly, be sure you pack what you need. Your hunting experience can be much improved by finding the proper mix between light weight gear and necessary tools.

Carry lots of water and high-energy foods to keep your energy level all through the quest. Maintaining stamina and attention depends mostly on proper diet and hydration.

Respect the surroundings and hunt ethically to help the ecology. Following conservation policies guarantees the viability of animal populations for next generations of hunters and helps to maintain the natural beauty of BC.

Planning your bighorn sheep hunt in British Columbia calls for a combination of respect of the natural surroundings, physical readiness, and planning. Understanding the particular difficulties of bighorn hunting and including mule deer techniques can help you improve your hunting experience and savour a successful and fulfilling adventure in the breathtaking scenery of BC.

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Four books written for the Hunter's Information Series of the North American Hunting Club

The Hunter's Rifle, by Clay Harvey, 1988

Complete Bowhunting, by Glen Helgeland, 1987

Mastering Mule Deer, by Wayne van Zwoll, 1988

Hunting North America's Big Bear: Grizzly, Brown and Polar Bear Hunting Techniques and Adventures, by J. Wayne Fears, 1989

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BUCK DOWN! Hunting Utah 2022 - General Deer Season

It is always an adventure with our family. We make the most of our trips. Our 2022 Hunting season found us in Utah once again. Utah has an amazing youth program. Alyssa was drawn again this year for another mule deer tag and this time it was a success!

[cdchyld]

Just added to the Vintage shop!

~ "Shots at Mule Deer" by Rollo Robinson (1972)

[thestuffedalligator]

Actually, different fantasy races get their own unicorns.

When unicorns appear to humans, they take the form of horned stallions the colour of whitewater and seafoam. They are the runners, the hunted, easily swayed by maidens to their doom.

When unicorns appear to elves, they take the form of silvery deer with long, twisting beards the colour of snow and moonlight. They are the lion-hunters, the fierce, the beating heart of the wild made manifest.

When unicorns appear to dwarves, they take the form of shaggy mules the colour of hope and daylight. They are the poison-curers, the blessed, banishing firedamp with a touch of their horn and a boon to miners deep under the earth.

Gnome unicorns are the little, pink plastic things that smile all the time. They should not be trusted.

[kurtoutdoorman]

There’s something in the air.