Cooler temperatures and lower humidity have ushered in the fall season, and now the various hunting seasons we have all been waiting for are finally underway. Yet there is still a lot we can do in the area of habitat improvement over the next few months on those days when there is a break between
The statewide archery deer season has been underway for several weeks, and before you know it, the regular firearms deer season will be upon us. No doubt, both bowhunters and rifle hunters have their usual methods of hunting deer that have proven effective over the years, and hopefully, this year will be a productive one
Whether you are an old hat at deer hunting or are headed into the woods in hopes of getting your first deer, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure a favorable outcome. The best way to ensure that the venison you serve your family and friends for supper is as flavorful
A well-placed shot and careful field care of a deer are critical first steps to ensure great-tasting venison for the dinner table. Most will agree that quickly skinning the deer will aid in cooling the meat, but some hunters will leave the hide on while the deer hangs in a cooler, feeling that will aid
This is the time of year that bow hunters have been daydreaming about and planning for all summer. Cool crisp temperatures are settling in throughout the day, splashes of fall colors begin to appear in the hardwood forests, acorns are dropping, and soon farmers will be harvesting field corn — all great indicators that the
Over the years, folks trying venison for the first time have complained that the taste was “gamey”. That is, it had a strong, almost pungent flavor – unlike beef, which was much milder in taste. More often than not, overcooking of venison added to the unpleasantness of the experience, since venison is best served when
