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The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is accepting applications for 2024 hunt permit-tags issued through the draw process for pronghorn and elk.
To apply, visit https://draw.azgfd.com/. The deadline for the department to receive all applications is 11:59 p.m. (Arizona time) Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024. Read more
Industry-first technology utilizes machine learning to forecast local deer movement
Moultrie Mobile, a leader in cellular trail cameras and all-in-one remote monitoring systems, has released multiple new app features to improve hunt planning. Utilizing new and proprietary technology, GAME PLAN helps hunters plan when to hunt based on local deer movement forecasts. Additionally, new mapping tools bring property and topo lines to the Moultrie Mobile App, and Moultrie Mobile’s camera sharing feature makes it easier than ever to share the hunt with friends. Read more
Introducing the ultimate treestand, the Dual Threat™ PRO SD, a revolutionary climber designed to redefine the hunting experience. With its multi-tasking, adjustable Dual Threat front bar, this groundbreaking design offers unmatched versatility for both rifle hunters and bow hunters, setting it apart from other treestands on the market.
Position the front bar straight down, allowing it to support your weight so you can comfortably climb up the tree. Once settled at hunting height, lock the front bar in the upright position, converting it into a sturdy and reliable gun rest, providing rifle hunters with the stability they need to achieve a precise shot. Transform into bow hunting mode by simply adjusting the front bar to rest under the seat, allowing for an unobstructed open shot, maintaining stealth and precision while elevated. Lighten the load by removing the front bar altogether, converting the stand into a hand climber, achieving the same open front hunting configuration at a lighter weight. Read more
Millennium Treestands® proudly unveils its latest breakthrough – the Buck Hut Magnum. This water-resistant soft shell hut, designed for the modern hunter, is a testament to the unparalleled durability, versatility, and comfort in the field.
Incorporating tough, water-resistant soft shell material and durable powder-coated steel design, the Buck Hut Magnum is constructed to tackle the roughest hunting conditions – season after season. The blind is designed not to spook game animals, featuring 14 black windows and a black interior. Suitable for rifles and crossbows, each window utilizes an adjustable height shooting rest for rock-solid shots. Additionally, it boasts a roomy interior and 7-foot height, making it ideal for standing shots with a bow.
Its sturdy tower features two adjustable legs to guarantee stability on any terrain. Lastly, the Buck Hut Magnum has a removable platform pad that can be removed during hot weather or added to provide extra warmth for those cold winter hunts.
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Millennium Treestands® announces the launch of the Q180 Buck Hut, a game-changing solution for deer hunters seeking a hassle-free and high-quality elevated shooting house. This ready-to-deploy hunting blind combines innovative features, top-notch quality, and exceptional value.
The Q180 Buck Hut boasts six full-view mesh panels, providing hunters an impressive 180º panoramic view. Each window incorporates an adjustable shooting rail to help hunters stay on target. Its generous platform and roomy interior offer ample headroom for standing and sitting shots.
The shooting house framework, platform, and ladder are expertly crafted using heavy-duty, powder-coated steel. Additionally, the tower features two adjustable legs for leveling on uneven ground. The Q180 Buck Hut also features a robust exterior shell made of heavy-duty, water-resistant fabric that protects hunters from the elements and ensures a long-lasting hunting experience. Read more
IRVING, TX –– Stealth Cam, the leader in trail camera technology research, development and evolution for more than two decades, takes pride in evolving their products to provide what today’s hunters need more of; better of; the best of. With their all-new Revolver™ trail camera, Stealth Cam does just that—improving upon their already best-in-class lineup to deliver a revolutionary, 360-degree cellular model capable of so much more.
Most notably, the Revolver™ covers six zones to deliver a complete panorama of its surroundings. This means users get a full 360 degrees of visibility, day and night, to ensure they never miss a thing—even deer passing behind where the lens is positioned. In other words, they can now enjoy the equivalent of six cameras worth of coverage in a single device. Talk about a game changer. Read more
Hunters still seeking to take deer this season can plan to archery hunt in southeastern Michigan through the end of the month. Archery deer hunting in the urban deer management zone of Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties is extended through Jan. 31.
The extended hunt is both a chance for hunters to pursue high-quality deer and an opportunity for local officials to manage urban deer conflicts in their communities. Hunting is one option that can be used to decrease human-deer conflicts by controlling deer population numbers in affected areas.
Licenses for this season include a deer license, a deer combo license or an antlerless deer license. All rules and regulations for the archery season apply.
Hunters should check local ordinances in the communities where they are interested in hunting to make sure hunting is allowed and to see whether only specific areas are open for the extended season. Read more
“In the small game woods, the most basic yet most important hunting skills are honed; skills like hunter safety, attention to detail, strategy, stealth, proper firearms handling and marksmanship. These are the building blocks of an effective, enjoyable hunting career that will pay dividends over time. And we’re inviting hunters to (re)discover the benefits that small game hunting can bring to the outdoor experience.” – Excerpt from the Wildlife Department’s “Small Game: A Guide for Hunters” blog on the Outdoor Oklahoma Journal
It’s January, and some may have already turned their attention from hunting as they start a new year. But make no mistake! Hunting for small game like squirrels and rabbits should not be an afterthought.
We’ve compiled a small game guide on our blog, the “Outdoor Oklahoma Journal” to help you learn a little more about squirrel and rabbit hunting.
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s statewide squirrel-hunting celebration is back for its third year. Get a buddy and get to the woods next Friday and Saturday to take your chance winning prizes and notoriety as the best bushytail hunter in your neck of the woods.
“AGFC Education Division staff started the Big Squirrel Challenge in May of 2021 at J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozarks Highland Nature Center,” Eric Maynard, interim chief of education for the AGFC, said. “It was so popular that we expanded it to a statewide event with 12 locations for people to weigh-in their squirrels and win a prize.”
The official rules are available at https://www.agfc.com/education/2024-big-squirrel-challenge, but here are the main details in a nutshell (or acorn, if you prefer). Teams hunt from noon, Jan. 12-noon, Jan. 13 during legal shooting hours to harvest the three largest squirrels they can find. Hunters are welcome to use squirrel dogs or still hunt for their bushytails.
“They’re welcome to go ahead and harvest their legal limit of 12 per person, but we only weigh the top three at the end of the event, and each squirrel can only be weighed once,” Maynard said. “After the weigh-in, all squirrels will be returned to the hunters to enjoy for supper.”
Squirrels are weighed (skin on and field-dressed) and winning teams are announced at 1:30 p.m. for each region. Each regional first- and second-place team will receive medals and bragging rights for their effort. The top teams in the state will be announced in a press release Jan. 15 and will receive additional prizes, including an Umarex air rifle. Read more
Applications for the 2024 spring turkey hunting season are $5 and can be purchased at any license agent, online at eLicense or through the Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app.
The application period will be open through Feb. 1. Drawing results will be available March 11.
Find season dates and regulations in the 2024 Spring Turkey Hunting Regulations Summary. For questions about applying for a spring turkey license, call 517-284-9453 (WILD).