Bull's Eye Photography
What the Rut?!
The rut is the time when white-tailed deer, especially bucks, are more active and less cautious than usual, making them easier to hunt. The buck has one thing on his mind at this time of the year: to find as many does as he can. Males often create rubs or scrapes before and during the breeding season as a form of communication with other deer in the area. Hunters may witness bucks having mock battles with shrubs or small trees to prepare them for real-life battles with other bucks as they fight for dominance.
A GUIDE TO WHITE-TAILED DEER
In the Wild: Focus On the Eyes
In The Wild: Leave Fawns Alone
Before the Hunt: The Epicenter of Deer Research
Before the Hunt: Stay Safe in Deer Camp
Before the Hunt: Learn Before You Leave
Before the Hunt: The Ten Commandments of Firearm Safety
The Hunt: Becoming a Deer Hunter
The Harvest: A Life-like Vision
The Harvest: Wall-to-Wall Antlers
The Harvest: Ancient Rock Stars?
The Harvest: Hunters for the Hungry
The Feast: Venison Backstrap Stuffed with Pecan and Cranberry
The Feast: How to Butterfly and Truss a Loin
The Feast: Oh-So-Spicy Venison Ribs
The Feast: Venison Sourdough Toast
The Feast: Cooking Tips from Tim Love
The Stories: A Fever for Fiction
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