Learn the basics of hunting and build your skills as a beginner.
Are you new to hunting and wondering what you need to get started? It can be overwhelming to see long lists of gear and accessories when you’re a beginner. With this bow hunting checklist, I hope to share what you need for your next hunt. Bowhunting demands attention to detail. But you don’t have to have…
Are you a bow hunter ready to invest in a treestand but overwhelmed by the options? Maybe you’ve been a ground-blind hunter for a few years but are ready to go higher. Whether you’re brand new to bow hunting or just looking for advice from a fellow bow hunter, I’m here to help. The three…
Day Three with Bayliee Let’s dive into my experience teaching Units 5 and 6 of the Online Hunter Safety Course through Hunter-Ed. Hopefully, this offers encouragement and excitement for you to mentor a young person and share your hunting knowledge. My niece and I are working through the Online Hunter Safety Course offered for Michigan…
An Interview With a Michigan Deer Hunter. Are you a new hunter eager to explore the world of deer hunting on public land? Wondering where to start with scouting? Join us in this Q&A session as Scott shares his favorite tips and insights to help you navigate public lands in Michigan. Get ready to discover…
As someone who’s tried numerous blind chairs, I’ve narrowed down my list of best hunting chairs to these top three swivel chairs for best comfort during long hunts. Hunting requires patience, stealth, and comfort. When you sit in a blind for long periods of time waiting for the right whitetail deer to come along, you…
I bought my first set of shooting sticks from Cabela’s in the early 2000s before going on a Moose Hunt to Newfoundland. My shooting sticks consisted of two telescoping poles hinged together at one end with a V rest affixed at the end. The shooting sticks also served as a walking stick to steady my…
A Journey to Hunter Certification for kids Have you wondered how long the online hunter safety course takes? It’s been a few years since I went through the Online Hunter Safety Course for Michigan with my sons. My niece, Bayliee and I are breaking it up into 4 or 5 days with 2-hour sessions to…
An expanded definition for new hunters. Imagine you’re out in the woods, silently tracking through the wilderness. Suddenly, you spot a majestic, trophy-worthy buck. That’s when “buck fever” kicks in! Buck fever is what hunters call the mix of nervousness, excitement, and anxiety that comes with the thrilling moment of encountering a big, impressive male…
Busting Two Myths about Antler Growth. The bigger the rack the bigger the bragging rights. The size of antlers on a buck is judged by how many points they have. Deciphering the antler points adds a layer of excitement when deciding whether to shoot a deer or not. This beginner’s guide aims to provide an…
Hunting with Patience in Michigan: Ever tried tracking deer with teenagers? Step into the Michigan woods with me, where every step is a lesson. Every decision builds on teaching the next generation of hunters. Walk with me through a food plot, where a successful shot leads to a tracking adventure. Travel back to a memorable…