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Question: In Hot Weather, How Much Time Do You Have to Get Your Deer to the Processor? Answer: Like all good questions, it depends. Generally, the faster you can break down an animal and get it cold, the better. In hot weather, you should prepare ahead of time so you don’t risk meat spoilage. While...

Question: I live in Michigan's lower peninsula and recently purchased a property in the upper peninsula. I love hunting up there but have had a hard time patterning deer. I’ve always looked for food and bedding and then found their paths in between. However, where I am in the UP, there are no...

Question: I’m a new bow hunter who doesn’t have access to private land or a hunting mentor. Where should I start? Answer: Learning to hunt on your own can seem intimidating. From figuring out your effective archery range to picking a spot on opening day, there are a lot of moving pieces in between...

Question: Should I use a mechanical or fixed blade broadhead, and what brands do you recommend? Answer: If I had a dollar for every time I’ve been asked this question, I could probably start manufacturing my own broadheads. Back when I was more of a fixture on the seminar circuit, I fielded this...