Mule Deer Populations on the Decline?
The mule deer is arguably the most iconic species in western North America. On top of its iconic status and increased exclusivity of obtaining mule deer tags, the species...
Live Colorado Muzzleloader Hunt: Redemption?
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Backcountry Mule Deer Hunt: Day 3
After a good night's rest, I was up at 4:30 AM for coffee, breakfast, and some horse wrangling. I hit the trail well before first light, with temps in...
Backcountry Mule Deer Hunt: Day 6
Most hunts are weather dependent in one way or another. I've killed several of my biggest mountain bucks when the weather was at its worst. While I've still put...
Bad Winter? Now What?
If you're a big buck hunter, you're probably a weather freak, too. After all, terminal weather conditions usually have the biggest impact on your hunt. Consider, too, that long-term...
Hard Winter—Spring Update (and podcasts!)
Back in January, I wrote about the current winter's impact to mule deer across the West here Bad Winter? Now What? I've also done a few podcasts with Avery...
Killing Big Mule Deer: Glassing
If you're just tuning in, I started the series, "Killing Big Mule Deer", back in January. If you're serious about taking the best buck of your life, this series...
Moultrie Mobile Edge Cellular Trail Camera Review
I started using standard trail cameras in 2008, running them for mule deer from the desert floor to the high country. Then in 2018, I started using *cellular trail...
Hunting Big Mule Deer in the Rut
https://youtu.be/kyDNcdbD974Hunting big mule deer during the rut is one of life's great pleasures for me. Even better when I can share with others who might pick up a tip...
Colorado Live Hunt, Day 5
6:30 am: The Ol' Knight 45 is ready for action. Hoping to get her some today. Glassing across...



























