Scouting with digital cameras and using the moon to predict ruts. Top ten trophy hot spots in North America. Rattling, calling, decoys, and scent management.

Scouting with digital cameras and using the moon to predict ruts Top ten trophy hot spots in North America Rattling, calling, decoys, and scent management Radical Bowhunter is a must-read for whitetail hunters who are ready to take their sport to the next level. To be a radical bowhunter requires a serious commitment to mastering the skills and tactics that will enable you to realize your full potential for bagging monster bucks. So forget about luck and throw out all the old-fashioned bowhunting lessons you've been taught; if you want to harvest a big buck, you are going to have to think differently and make use of innovative products and resources. This book shows you how to find trophy hot spots, determine when bucks are most vulnerable, and take advantage of the latest products and equipment to get the job done. Information on scouting with digital cameras tells how to track the location and behavior patterns of whitetails from thousands of miles away. Other sections include tips for hunting multiple spots at once, building a big buck factory, waiting for the optimal time to go for the kill, and stepping up the competition to a one-on-one pursuit of Mr. Big—the buck of your dreams who will test the range of your skills, put all of your knowledge to use, and drive you to ultimate victory.

The black bear population has exploded, and as their numbers increase, so do hunting opportunities. Twenty-eight states now offer black bear seasons, and much of Canada boasts healthy, huntable bear populations. Radical Bear Hunter presents innovative approaches to give hunters an edge for success. Included is valuable biological information, tips for reading bear sign and determining a trophy, as well as proven strategies for baiting bears, hunting with hounds, spotting and stalking, and setting up scouting cameras. Hunters learn how to choose the right outfitter, or if they prefer, how to coordinate a do-it-yourself hunt. Scorzafava recounts his favorite bear hunts and shares some hair-raising close calls--radical experiences that will resonate with would-be adventurers. About the Author: Dick Scorzafava has spent a lifetime studying and hunting black bears. He serves as a staff writer for Bear Hunting magazine and is also the author of Radical Bowhunter (0-8117-3307-6). He lives in Westfield, Massachusetts. SELLING POINTS: Radical strategies for hunting the elusive and challenging black bear Detailed guide to bear biology and population information, including where to find monster bears and color-phase bears Essential bear country tips, including staying safe, field-judging trophy bears, and reading bear body language along with a complete rundown of North American bear hunting hotspots “ 140 colour photos

This guide to traditional bowhunting with a longbow or recurve combines the best of both worlds for beginners and veteran bowhunters. How-to chapters share hard-earned wisdom that will help you perfect your skills and get close to your game, while engaging stories tell of the author’s experiences hunting white-tailed deer in the east, chasing big game in the American West, and trekking to South Africa in search of Greater Kudu and other plains game. Throughout, the author highlights archery’s traditional spirit by exploring the history and craft of bowhunting and chronicles the challenges faced by today’s bowhunters in continuing their important role as hunter-conservationists. As a professional wildlife biologist, Ron Rohrbaugh Jr. also provides valuable information on wildlife ecology and behavior that is instructive for all those interested in increasing their success with archery tackle. Specific shooting techniques for hunting situations, ways to set up effective ambush sites for big game, and dealing with the stresses of “buck fever” The latest information on equipment and arrows, including the pros and cons of various bow styles and arrow shaft materials Advice on using the wind, hunting bedding areas, creating effective scent trails, and understanding why and how deer move Discussion of controversial topics, such as baiting and trophy hunting

Includes shooting techniques and hunting methods. Arranged in clear alphabetical order with a comprehensive index for cross-references.

One of the hottest new tools for hunters, the scouting camera has become a deer hunter's best friend. Scouting cameras, triggered by heat and motion, provide clues to the habits and whereabouts of deer traveling through your favorite hunting area. Wildlife watchers and families are using these cameras, too, because they enjoy knowing what passes by when no one is around. The authors give advice on how to buy the right camera, how to set it up in the optimal location, how to encourage wildlife to visit, and how to interpret the photos you get. Spies in the Deer Woods is full of ideas on how to use these cameras to scout out your next big buck or bear.