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Be ready for field repairs
You can do several things to prepare for most bow issues you will encounter in the field, possibly saving your hunt in the process.[…]
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Get things stabilized
A stabilizer’s purpose is to help an archer hold steadier on target before releasing the arrow, and to reduce rotation (torque) during the shot cycle. […]
Deer Hunting
A man called Smith — Secrets of a trophy bowhunter
Monroe bowhunter Brad Smith has big bucks figured out, and he’s willing to help others learn his bowhunting tactics for success.[…]
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The road less traveled — Expert bowhunting tips to kill more deer
Stephen Chatman would not be caught looking very long down the fork of Robert Frost’s road that bent in the undergrowth.[…]
Deer Hunting
Top 3 tips for better tree stand setup
Once you have a stand set up, here are three of Steve Bartylla’s tips to increase the odds of getting off a shot.[…]
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A deer stands — A procrastinator’s guide to bowhunting
I’m the world’s worst procrastinator.
Don’t fool yourself: You might be a bad procrastinator, but my procrastination would run circles around your procrastination.[…]
Deer Hunting
Prairieville bowhunter shares contents of hunting bag
If you’re in the process of gathering up items for your deer hunting bag, David Ellis recently put together a video you need to check out.[…]
Deer Hunting
Choosing the right broadhead
Whether you set out this bow season with your old reliable fixed-blade broadheads, or decide to step up and pay a bit more for the latest mechanical broadheads on the market, the bottom line is that a well-placed shot with either one will bring a deer down.[…]
Deer Hunting
Top 3 steps to prep your bow
Successful bowhunting trips begin for the hunter long before the season with careful equipment inspections and tuning.[…]
Deer Hunting
Top 5 tips to make sure your bow is ready to go on opening day
Sammy Romano, manager of Chag’s Sporting Goods in Metairie, suggested a few basic pointers to make sure your bow is ready for next week.[…]
Deer Hunting
Almost There!
Bow season is fast approaching. Follow this guide to make sure your stands are in the right places and your aim is absolutely perfect.[…]
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SCARs run deep
Shane Johnson had found a magical hunting spot, and couldn’t wait to set up on it.“There was this scrape that was about 6 feet around,” Johnson said.[…]