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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Plan ahead like a pro
There are many things that hunters can do ahead of time to ensure they get the most out of their trail camera efforts during the upcoming hunting season.[…]
Deer Hunting
DeRidder hunter convicted of poaching trophy 18-pointer on Tensas River NWR
Earlier this month, Christopher J. Courville, 39, of DeRidder, pled guilty to charges resulting from arrowing a big 18-point buck during illegal hours on the Tensas River National Wildlife Refuge in January.[…]
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Time for some bayou browsing
While hunters generally believe there can never be too many deer, the fact is that habitat can support only so many animals.[…]
Deer of the Year
DeRidder bow hunter arrows 18-point monster on Tensas NWR
Chris Courville enjoyed a late season bow hunt this past weekend at the Tensas National Wildlife Refuge he won’t soon forget for a couple of reasons: one for how he lost a nice buck, and the other for the monster he ended up taking home.[…]
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Head football coach finally tackles elusive Bienville Parish buck
Joey Pender is head football coach at West Ouachita High School in Ouachita Parish. […]
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Youngsville hunter shoots big Atchafalaya Basin 10-pointer
When a heavy-horned buck walked out of thicket only about 25 yards from his stand in the Atchafalaya Basin earlier this month, Timothy Trahan didn’t rush to take a shot. […]
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More than just photos
A couple of months ago, here in Happy Trails, I discussed whether or not the use of trail cameras actually diminishes or takes something away from some people’s overall hunting experience.[…]
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Hunter enjoys extra-special season in the stand
This has been a most unusual deer season for me.
It started before the season began, when there was much doubt as to whether I could even participate.[…]
Deer of the Year
Ruston hunter takes down trophy ‘cull’ in Tensas Parish
Martha Sumrall has hunted with her husband on Somerset Hunting Club for a number of years, and has taken several good bucks on the 5,800-acre property in Tensas Parish. […]
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A.S.H. junior shoots huge 12-point at Three Rivers WMA on New Year’s Day
Isabella James learned from her father at an early age to be as quiet as a church mouse when she was up in a deer stand.[…]
Deer of the Year
Slidell hunter shoots 11-point, 150-class buck
Clayton Crawford endured a pretty rough bow season, so when a big 11-point stepped into his shooting lane last month, he could be forgiven for being a bit edgy as he lined up the crosshairs of his .270.[…]
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Scent-control tips for bowhunters
Curtis Simpson has devised a system of washing, spraying and height that has proven good enough to help him hide from deer noses.[…]
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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Deer of the Year
Hunters had been waiting for a cool fall and winter for what seemed like forever, and judging from the number of big bucks that had hit the ground as of mid January, it was well worth the wait.[…]