News Breaker
Mid-season dove tactics
If you’re planning on making an October dove hunt, don’t expect the birds to be as carefree as they were on opening day.[…]
Hunting
Deer Hunting
Louisiana’s deer population strong heading into 2014-15 season, biologist says
The damp spring and summer that followed Louisiana’s uncharacteristically cold winter bodes well for the state’s estimated population of 500,000 deer heading into the 2014-15 season, according to a biologist with the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.[…]
Deer of the Year
Patience pays off with 140-class 11-point
Chris Evans has had a rough year, dealing with a heart condition that dictates surgery later this year. But throughout the summer, the Zachary hunter has been watching a really nice buck develop.[…]
Deer Hunting
How to unload an inline black-powder rifle
True muzzleloaders aren’t as popular as they were several years ago for the simple reason that the “primitive firearms” season now allows hunters to use centerfire rifles.[…]
Deer Hunting
2014-15 Nikon Big Buck Contest kicks off
Louisiana Sportsman’s annual Big Buck Photo Contest kicks off Oct. 1, and Nikon is back in the game as title sponsor.[…]
Deer Hunting
Hometown Bow Hunt
There’s no place like home and there’s no time better of the year than hunting season.[…]
Hunting
Meopta Optics
We have the Optics you need for you next hunt.[…]
Hunting
PSE Bows – Full Throttle
We have broken the 370 foot per second barrier![…]
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Cover: October 2014
Hunting season is finally here, so all you have to do now is be in position to score. This issue is packed with information to help you do just that.[…]
Deer Hunting
Is your deer program working?
Managing your deer herd can make hunting a pleasure or a chore. Learn how to achieve your goals and enjoy your time in the woods.[…]
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10 trophy buck tips, based on success
The day, Dec. 23, 1998, was nasty and getting nastier, and the weatherman’s promise of sleet and freezing rain couldn’t have been more on target, falling over the north Louisiana landscape.[…]
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Louisiana’s big buck locations
When I retired from Wildlife and Fisheries in 2007, I predicted that within five years Louisiana would have a new state record typical buck. […]
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Right place, right time
How often have you heard a deer hunter say: “So many choices, so little time?” […]
NEW PRODUCTS
Flex Neck Field Goose
The Flex Neck Field Goose from Fowl Foolers features a unique and innovative pose-able neck which can be set to any position desired or changed throughout the day.[…]
Columns
More ducks is good news? Maybe, but …
No one who really knows me would accuse me of being a die-hard duck hunter. While I’ve spent a lot of time over the years pointing a shotgun at waterfowl (“pointing” being the operative term), what has traditionally gotten my hunting juices flowing has been the thought of climbing into a tree and having a deer — any deer — walk into range.[…]
Hunting
Millennium’s M100u
The new Millennium M100u Hang-On stand offers comfort for all-day hunts and enough room to feel stable on those awkward angle shots. Weighing in at just 11.5 pounds, this stand is easy to get deep into the places big bucks live and also a breeze to hang.[…]