Most bows are around the 60-pound mark, so it only makes sense to know what the best arrow weight for that poundage is. After this article, you will know what the best arrow weight is and how to choose a different arrow weight for different situations. Here is the...
6.5 Grendel and 30-30 are two massive cartridges on the market. And with the popularity of the two cartridges, it only makes sense that you should know the differences between them and when you would want one over the other. Here is the short answer: 6.5 Grendel is...
Moose are big animals, which means you need a heavy arrow to take one down. But how heavy? How should you go about calculating how heavy of an arrow you need? Once you get done reading this article, you will know everything you need to about selecting the right arrow...
What is a meat buck? Meat buck is a term used by many hunters every year who are in search of deer meat. But what exactly does it mean? There is a lot to unpack on the topic of meat bucks so let's get started. Here is a short answer: A meat buck is a young buck that...
The 30-06 and 7.62x54r are very identical cartridges not only in ballistics but also in look. However, these rounds still have very subtle differences that have a big impact on performance downrange. But what are the differences? Is one better than the other? And are...
The 6.5 Grendel is becoming a more popular caliber. With the new popularity of the cartridge, there are a lot of questions as to what it can take down. One of the bigger questions, however, is how well does it fair against coyotes. Here is the short answer: The...
5.56 and 30-06 are some of the most popular cartridges on the market. Because these are some of the biggest rounds on the market, it only makes sense to compare them. So without any further ado, let’s see which cartridge is better and why. Here is the short answer:...
Elk hunting is the pinnacle of western hunting. It takes a lot of work and sometimes years to plan. So as you can imagine, you don’t want to waste a hunt because you didn’t carry enough water. Elk hunting takes a lot of energy, and when you spend a lot of energy, you...
The 30-30 is a great deer hunting cartridge, but how does it fare against hogs? When would you want to use a different caliber on hogs? And are there any cons to using a 30-30? In this article, I will answer all those questions. Here is the short answer: The 30-30,...
The 30-30 has been used to kill animals such as hogs, deer, and antelope since it was made in 1895. It is one of the most popular hunting cartridges in North America, but can it kill elk, and if so, how far can it kill elk? Here is the short answer: The 30-30 can be...
The 45-70 is an iconic hunting cartridge, that has been used for almost 150 years; but that Is a long time and a lot of advancements have been made sense then. So, how does it compare to the more modern counterparts such as the 50 Beowulf? Is the 45-70 still a...
12 gauges are often thought of as the most versatile shotgun gauge. And this is true. But just how versatile is it and what all can it take down ethically. Here is the short answer: A 12 gauge is one of the most versatile hunting shotgun gauges. If using birdshot you...
Small game are very fun to hunt, but to put an ethical shot on them can be hard; and even harder to learn where to aim. So you don't have to go out and try it yourself as I did, I will tell you my experience with shot placement. Here is the short answer: The...
The 30-06 Springfield is a tried and true big-game hunting cartridge that has been around for over 116 years. This round has remanded a favorite among big game hunters since its making. But what all can it ethically takedown, and what has it taken down in the past?...
The .243 Winchester is a cartridge designed to have minimum recoil and high power. This round is a very popular deer hunting cartridge made to be used under 300 yards. The short answer for what you can hunt is this: You can hunt groundhogs, prairie dogs, deer,...
The trout; a fish that puts up a hard fight and is very elusive at times. These fish are some of my favorite not just to fish for but also to eat. The trout is some of the finest fishing, and eating in North America. They populate almost every stream or river in the...
In this blog, I will show you how to pick the right bow target, not only for bows but for crossbows too. By the end of this blog, you will have an extent of knowledge on how to pick the right target for any bow or crossbow. What to take into account When it...
When it comes to shooting turkeys, there are only a few spots you can hit one for a quick clean kill. For turkey a proper shot is essential. Turkeys are very hard to blood track, and a poor shot often leads to unfilled tags and a lost wounded bird. If hunting with a...
When it comes to hunting deer, you need the right cartridge for the job. You need a cartridge that can work anywhere at any time in any condition. Over the years, some rounds have stood out and proved themselves as a worthwhile deer hunting cartridge. In this article,...
The 223/5.56 NATO is a round that has a flat trajectory and is easy to find all over the world. The 5.56 NATO has been used by military's all over the world. The round was chosen by military because of its higher compacity in magazines compared to the 7.62 NATO. The...
The 30-30 is an iconic deer cartridge that has been around for ages. It has taken millions of deer and other medium sized game. This round is best used to take deer, pronghorn, and bear. The 30-30 is best used for taking deer at ranges closer then 100 yards....
Elk are big animals, with thick hides and heavy bones so you need the right caliber to take them down. You need a caliber that can shoot 300 yards for cross canyon shots or shooting down in a valley. This caliber also needs to have enough energy to go through the...
When it comes to hunting, everybody wants to get better. If you improve your hunting skills, you get more animals. So I have compiled how I have gotten better at hunting, so you will be able to get more animals. Hunt small game Hunting small game is a great way to get...
The deer is the most hunted big game animal in the United States. Out of how many people hunt these animals, not many know where to shoot one and get a clean kill. Nobody wants to be chasing a wounded deer through the woods, so I will show you the best spots to shoot...
Out of the millions of millions of calibers in the world, it is hard to choose one to hunt with. So I picked my favorite calibers if you were to hunt every animal in the U.S. 223\556 This caliber is considered too small to hunt with by most, but I have found it to be...
The beloved panfish/bluegill. Everybody loves to catch them, these fish that are virtually everywhere but can be sometimes hard to catch. I was in this spot when I started, I didn't know where to start. So in this blog, I will give you the fundamentals to catch...
Rabbits are one of the most fun things to hunt. It is well known that the best way to hunt rabbits is with dogs. In this blog, I will tell you how I have managed to hunt rabbits successfully, without dogs. Best brush to hunt The best way, in my option, to get the most...
When hunting whitetail deer it is important to understand where deer like to be. Deer like a few key things: bedding, food, and water, but how do they use them? What deer need and when they need it To know what habitat a deer wants, you need to know what a deer will...
If you're looking to shoot a deer with a bow you have come to the right place. There are many key things to know before you go bow hunting. I made this article so you can find more success in the deer woods when you have a bow. Get you tags and license Before you...
Knowing where to shoot an animal is one of the most important parts of hunting. You have to know where to shoot a game animal when the situation comes. Failure to do so could result in a wounded animal and going home empty-handed. What animals you can shoot the same...