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2 Category: Air Guns Subcategory: Air Guns Tip: Air Gun and Pellet Styles for Hunting Air guns have replaced pump guns as the preference for small game hunters. Hunting air guns offer five times more power than target air guns and more accuracy than a more expensive.22 rifle. The accuracy of a pellet gun is determined by the crown, uniformity, wind, and weight. The crown is the barrel lip. The crown of an air gun and the pellet must be the exact same size to ensure the pellet travels straight. Uniformity refers to the spinning pattern of the pellet and how straight the pellet will travel over long distances. The air gun pellet's weight determines its wind resistance. The weight of an air gun pellet also determines its speed. Smaller pellets travel faster. Heavier pellets penetrate deeper. The most popular hunting pellets are round nose for small game, and crow magnum hollow heads for rabbits and raccoons. Tip: Buying BB Guns Air guns perform as well as.22 rifles for distances up to 35 yards. A velocity of 1,000 feet per second, combined with a.177 caliber high-quality pellet, will bring down most game up to 50 pounds. The accuracy of air guns is unmatched in the firearm industry. The secret is not in the BB gun, but in the quality of the pellet. High grade BB gun pellets consistently make a tight group on the target when they are used with an air gun in the $150 - $200 price range. Tip: Hunting With Airsoft Revolvers High-quality Airsoft revolvers are an excellent choice for hunters. Airsoft revolvers use a C02 cartridge. This increases their power and eliminates re-cocking for fast shooting. Airsoft revolvers are the perfect firearm for pest control and hunting in enclosed areas. The CO2 cartridge provides Airsoft revolvers with the same power as low caliber rifles. Hunters should experiment with.20,.22, and.25 calibers to determine the best pellet for each air gun model. Tip: The New Types of Air Guns Air guns have been used to hunt for 500 years. Air gun designs have improved in the last five years, especially with the new Airsoft models from Japan. The original air guns employed a pump reservoir in the rifle's butt. It operated the firing mechanism. Today's air guns are more powerful with a pneumatic and a compressed air version. The introduction of the air canister increased the velocity without reducing the air rifle's unmatched reputation for accuracy.

3 Category: Bear Hunting Subcategory: Bear Hunting Tip: Bear Hunting in Canada Western Canada promises a successful black bear hunt. The low human population, untouched wilderness, and lack of political interference make the prairie province the best location for bear hunting in Canada. All bear hunting in Canada must be organized by a licensed outfitter, even in remote areas. Review the Boone and Crockett or Pope and Young record books to find where the trophy bears were taken last year. Bear hunting in Canada varies through the different regions. Quebec and British Columbia offer the largest populations, but they are hunted frequently. British Columbia is the best place for grizzly bear hunting. The prairies and northern areas have lower bear populations, but the chances of bagging a trophy are increased. Tip: Maine Bear Hunting is For Serious Hunters The rugged mountains and dense wilderness put Main bear hunting among the top hunting experiences in the world. Main is home to the largest concentration of black bears per acre in the world. Trophy black bear are taken in Main every year. Main bear hunting regulations allows outfitters to build permanent stands with clear 18 yard shots to bait stations for bow hunters, 75 yards for rifle hunters, and 20 yards for hand gun hunters. Record trophy bear, wonderful fall scenery, and a legal handgun bear hunt brings hunters from around the globe. Bear hunt outfitters who track bear behavior through the year to improve their client's hunt. Tip: Picking an Outfitter for Grizzly Bear Hunting In Alaska and British Columbia Alaska has an annual bear hunt harvest of 2,000 bears per year. The British Columbia bear hunt harvest is around 4,000 each year. Grizzly bear hunting in these areas is organized with both bait hunting and stalk hunting. The success of the bear hunt in British Columbia is attributed to the fact law forcing hunters to acquire the services of a licensed outfitter. Hiring an outfitter for grizzly bear hunting in Alaska and British Columbia is risky. Only go grizzly bear hunting with a professional outfitter. Hunters need to tell outfitters the weight of bear they consider a trophy grizzly. They should ask for a shot on trophy male' guarantee. If satisfied, they need to ask for photographs of the accommodations, and ensure that meal times are flexible. If the outfitter appears to be legitimate, ask for references. Category: Boar Hunting

4 Subcategory: Boar Hunting Tip: Hunting the Tennessee Hybrid Boar The wild boar roaming the mountains of Tennessee is a hybrid of the razorback and Russian black hog. It is a fierce animal to battle. Its strength, determination, cunning, and short rushes make it a worthy trophy for the most seasoned hunter. A Tennessee wild boar does not charge to threaten like other wild boar breeds. Their only intent is a full out attack. Tennessee boar hunting requires no permits and has no limits on the choice of weapons. Tennessee boar hunting offers the benefits of a comfortable lodge and experienced outfitters. The Russian black and razorback cross add the lure of hunting a truly wild animal. Hunters can choose to hunt with a guide, dogs, any weapon, or hunt alone. Tip: Trophy Boar Hunting Boar hunting offers a several worthwhile trophies. Trophy boars are judged on its shoulder and tusk size. The Tennessee wild boar is a vicious animal with no fear of humans. Wild Boar ranches from Texas to Florida offer hybrids like the rare silverback, and pure Bzikot bloodlines. California provides boar hunting enthusiasts with a feral hybrid that closely resembles European hogs. The most recent development is an Appalachian and European hybrid. This boar reaches a weight of 500 pounds, and sports a wicked set of tusks. These monsters are being introduced into ranch herds, increasing the excitement of the hunt, and the quality of the trophies. Category: Bows and Arrows Subcategory: Bows and Arrows Tip: Compound Bows for Hunting BizRate Tip: Compound bows use a series of pulleys to control the bow let-off and respective draw force curve. The tension created increases the draw-force providing more speed and power. Changing the let-off curve changes the arrow's flight. Compound bows compensate for a bow's temperamental behavior. This increases the need for practice and skill. Tip: Crossbow Basics Crossbows are an excellent choice for big game hunters who prefer bows, but do not have the skill for traditional archery. There are advantages to hunting with a crossbow. The light weight barrel and high-tech accessories reduce the need for weekly practice. For the best results, only buy a crossbow from a reputable archery store.

5 Tip: How to Buy a Hunting Bow There are four types of hunting bows: traditional wooden, fiberglass, compound, and recurve. Hunters usually start with a compound and move up to a fiberglass or recurve bow. The correct hunting bow size is relative to the hunter's height. Below 5'6 requires a 64 bow, below 5'10 uses a 66 bow, everyone else uses a 68 or 70 bow. Tip: How to Buy a Hunting Bow BizRate Tip: When looking for a hunting bow, consider your strengths and weaknesses before buying. Start with a light draw weight to build strength and technique. A hunter may be able to draw a 32 pound draw weight, but their accuracy will suffer. The balance and quality of the hunting bow will also affect the accuracy. Purchase a good quality hunting bow from a reputable dealer. Tip: Selecting Suitable Bow Cases Purchase a bow case based on its use, not the type of bow. Hard body bow cases are suitable for expensive bows that are transported in the back of trucks, vehicle trunks, or with other gear. Soft nylon bow cases are suitable for storing bows in a dry room, or a locker at the hunt club. Never leave a bow on a shelf or hook. Tip: Where to Buy Archery Equipment Traditional archery bows and arrows can be damaged by heat, humidity, or improper storage. Compound archery equipment is not as fragile. Most enthusiasts start with a good quality compound archery kit and move to more specialized archery bows like wooden longbows and recurves. Archery equipment should never be purchased from a local hardware store, an out-door store, or a firearm store that sells archery equipment on the side. Only buy from a specialty archery equipment online or local store does not damage their archery equipment while in storage or shipping. Tip: Where to Buy Archery Equipment BizRate Tip: Archery bows are personal to each hunter. Hunters should try several styles and models of recurve and compound archery bows before buying. Most hunters start with compound bows, but as their technique improves they experiment with recurves and become fans of the more traditional bows. Category: Deer Hunting

6 Subcategory: Deer Hunting Tip: Deer Hunting Crossbow Tips Deer hunters need to purchase a license before they can go hunting, even if it is hunting season. Licenses are usually obtained a year in advance. If a State does not sell enough licenses, hunters may join the lottery to win the privilege of hunting extra deer. These deer hunting tips will improve a hunter's chance of success. Bucks are most active in the early hours, or just before dusk. Plan to be in a treestand or blind 30 minutes before first light. Stay away from tree lines, scrapes, hedgerows and deer runs when traveling to and from the treestand or blind. Remember that big bucks follow doe and young bucks. Do not crush vegetation when traveling. The smell of crushed vegetation will alert deer that something large is walking through the woods. Tip: Deer Hunting Crossbow Tips BizRate Tip: Each state and province designates a specific deer hunting season. Deer hunting seasons are divided into bow and firearm seasons. Very few areas allow bow and firearm hunts at the same time. Crossbow hunters need to determine whether their state considers their weapon a bow or firearm. A few states even offer junior deer hunting seasons. Most deer hunting seasons are open between October and November. Tip: How to Choose Good Deer Hunting Ranches Deer hunting ranches offer several species of deer and elk in an enclosed, safe environment. Hunters can hunt all day and return to a luxury lodge at night. Deer hunting ranches offer both controlled hunts, with chasers moving deer toward the stands, and a fair game hunt where no vehicles, satellites, or communication equipment is used to track the deer. Many ranches raise trophy bucks and exotic species. They offer hunts where a 10 point, Boon and Crocket buck is guaranteed. For an extra fee, the deer hunting ranch can guarantee a Boon and Crocket graded buck. Tip: Hunting a Trophy Whitetail Successful hunters use skill, patience, a scent free treestand, doe urine trails, and scrapes to lure a trophy whitetail deer to a treestand. Whitetail deer do not look for human scent, but a scent that does not belong. Novice hunters forget to clean their boots, hats, and gloves with scent-elimination soap daily. This means that treestands, rifles, and communications equipment need to be washed with scent-elimination soap.

7 Tip: Planning a Deer Hunting Trip Deer hunting is no longer limited to local woodlots and farmer's fields. Hunting ranches raise trophy bucks and a few guarantee a shot on buck, or a 150 grade plus trophy. Outfitting companies plan excursions on their own hunting land, local woodlots, and the wilderness. The most important things to ask is the number of people hunting the area, and whether the outfitter can guarantee a shot on buck. Category: Duck & Goose Hunting Subcategory: Duck & Goose Hunting Tip: Advantage of Spinning Wing Duck Decoys BizRate Tip: Never place every duck decoy pointing into the wind. This indicates that the flock is preparing to fly away. Duck decoys with 'ties' must be assorted with the ties in the front, center, and back. Longer tie strings make the flock look like it is swimming. Turn the duck decoys at different angles to give the illusion of hovering birds. Wild ducks bank yards in front of the duck decoys. Place the decoys up wind so ducks will bank in front of the blind giving the hunter a good shot. Tip: Arkansas Duck Hunting Fever Arkansas duck hunting fans claim they enjoy the finest duck hunting in the world. It is arguably the only place where a novice hunter can consistently harvest their daily quota. Duck hunting in Arkansas with a guide is a sure way to harvest the catch of a lifetime. Arkansas duck hunting is best in the magic triangle, where the White, Arkansas and Mississippi Rivers meet. This location is known as duck hunter's heaven. Another duck hunter's paradise is around Stuttgart. Every duck hunter needs to go duck hunting in Stuttgart's hundreds of acres of rice fields at least once in their lifetime. Tip: Hunting Geese in Texas Texas goose hunting offers wide open fields and turbulent weather, creating optimum conditions for goose hunting. Add the best goose hunting guides in the world, and Texas goose hunting is the best place to hunt both Canada and snow geese. Goose hunting with a guide helps hunters harvest their daily limit. A good outfitter scouts the area daily, instead of trusting weather and satellite reports. They use the information learned while scouting to organize the spreads and improve the harvest. Texas goose hunting is the number one choice for hunters serious about harvesting their quota every day of the hunt. Category: Gun Accessories

8 Subcategory: Gun Accessories Tip: Buying Firearm Accessories Firearm accessories for target practice, tactical use, security, and hunting do not serve the same purposes as they do for hunting. Target practice sights offer amazing results on the range, but they may not perform well in a woods, or inclement weather. Hunters should purchase their firearm accessories from a hunting specialty store. This ensures the gun accessories will be durable under extreme conditions and improve the chances of a good harvest. Tip: Buying Firearm Accessories BizRate Tip: Hunters should test revolvers on a range before trusting them on a hunting trip. This is especially the case for vintage revolvers. Revolvers are a close range weapon. Hunters need an 8 grouping at 25 yards before they are ready to hunt with revolvers. A.38 can bring down any game up to fifty pounds. There are special deer cartridges for hunting whitetail and elk with a revolver. Tip: Comply With Legal Gun Transportation Guns must be transported in a locked container, like a gun safe, or equipped with a tamper resistant safety device, so the gun is inoperable. The penalty is up to $10,000 in fines and 10 years imprisonment. Guns must be unloaded when stored in a gun safe. Gun owners need to consult with state authorities before crossing boarders, even if their firearms are in a gun safe. Not all gun cases are legal to use as gun safes. Tip: Get Started Shooting Big Game It is easy to start big game hunting. A complete line of suitable gun supplies are sold at online stores. Do not start with the biggest rifle. Hunters need a good bolt-action rifle, scope, a field dressing kit, camo clothing, and a treestand. Other Shooting accessories a hunter may need for off season include targets, traps, goggles, ear protection, gun case, and a gun safe. Shooting accessories for hunting are different than gun supplies for target practice. Make sure that you buy the proper accessories for the task. Tip: Hunting Accessories and Wall Racks Hunters can accumulate a dozen rifles and shotguns. It is easy to collect thousands of dollars of gun supplies. Not all hunters want to hide their hunting accessories in a locker. Carved wall racks let hunters display the rifles and shotguns with their trophies. Wall racks sold by hunting stores do not always meet the legal requirements for firearm storage. Hunters need to be familiar with the legislation in their State. A safe wall rack is not only decorative it can prevent theft, serious injury, and even death.

9 Category: Hunting Clothes Subcategory: Hunting Clothes Tip: Fitting a Hunting Boot Never choose a pair of hunting boots because they match the pattern on your camo jacket. Hunters need to carefully consider how the boots will be used. Hunting boots made for walking have solid sole and ankle support. Models made for rough terrain have large lugs and a flexible sole. The fabric needs to breathe to let perspiration out. The lacing system needs to run all the way up the boot in a tight weave. D-rings are preferable. They allow the hunter to pull the boot tighter. Hunting boots used in muddy areas need thick sole and shorter lugs. Insulated rubber boots may work well in the fall, but a boot with a waterproof upper is more suited for summer months. Tip: The Science of Camouflage Clothing Camouflage clothing and jackets are designed with patterns that follow the laws of Nature. Good camo jackets and clothing combine the colors of sticks, leaves, shadows, moss, and lichen. Good camo clothing patterns do not look like sticks or shadows. There are no sharp lines, or clearly defined patterns. Instead, camo clothing tries to blend in with the color combinations that make up the landscape. Camouflage jackets should not have straight lines around the collars, sippers, or hem lines. The camo pattern should break up the human outline. Hunters need several sets of hunting clothing to match the different environments they hunt in. Buy camo clothing, jackets, hats, gloves, packs, straps, and masks with the same pattern. Tip: Where to buy Discount Hunting Clothes The best place to buy discount hunting clothing is from an online store. Today's hunting clothing is available in dozens of camo patterns, fabrics, and designs. Online stores offer a wide selection of unting clothing and hunting apparel at reasonable prices. Online stores have lower overhead. This lets them sell discount hunting lothing from the designer names in popular patterns They buy direct from the distributor, allowing them to carry every size and brand names needed to outfit an entire family. Discount hunting clothing is not a bargain if shoppers are forced to mix and match, or buy the wrong size, whenever the local store holds a sale. Category: Hunting Guns

10 Subcategory: Hunting Guns Tip: Tips for Buying Hunting Rifles for Bear, Elk, and Trophy Boar Bizrate Tip: High-tech tools have made hunting easier. Many hunters put the challenge back in the hunt by switching their rifles and scopes for Glocks and a laser. Hunting hand guns are allowed on ranches where outfitters can track an animal. A good hunter, at close range, can bring down a whitetail or wild boar with a Glock. Tip: Tips for Buying Hunting Rifles for Bear, Elk, and Trophy Boar It requires more than bullet speed and weight to kill an Elk, Grizzly, or 500 pound wild boar. The most important consideration in a hunting rifle is the bold action. Reliable and accurate firing requires a rigid bolt action, simple and fast firing pin fall, and precise breaching. Hunting rifles with a synthetic stock are lighter and impervious to weather. Top the hunting rifle with the best scope you can afford, and sight it in' after arriving at the hunt site. Some hunting rifles need the factory swivel and sling replaced with a more comfortable model. Category: Hunting Knives Subcategory: Hunting Knives Tip: Grading Hunting Knife Quality The Rockwell C scale measures the hardness of hunting knives. A low C grade means the blade is soft and will lose its edge quickly. A high C rating means the steel is too hard. The blade will snap under pressure, impact, and torque. A Rockwell C scale hardness in the upper 50s is best for most hunting knives. Tip: Grading Hunting Knife Quality BizRate Tip: Hunting blades with serrated blades give extra cutting power when cutting rope and other materials. Good utility hunting knives offer a combination of sharp and serrated blades. The best hunting knives have a Rockwell C scale grade of The blades are made of tempered metal, or specialty metals that can handle incredible abuse without breaking. A hollow-ground blade remains sharp for a long time and resists chipping. Tip: Types of Hunting Knives There are a variety of hunting knives and each is designed for specific tasks. The Bowie hunting knives are heavy-duty all round knives with a blood groove for field dressing game. The drop-point knife is designed for small game and birds. A Skinning knife has a

11 wide blade and fine dge. Boning knives can do double duty as a skinning knife, but only if the blade is kept sharp. Gutting knives have a second blade at the tip with a hook to prevent snagging. Hunting knives should never be used as multi-purpose knives. This will dull and damage the blades. Tip: Wholesale Hunting Knives Hunters only need one high-quality custom hunting knife. The rest can be purchased from a dealer who sells wholesale hunting knives. These knives vary in quality, so check the manufacturer's website and product reviews before making a selection. Hunters will not find bone or antler handles when shopping for wholesale hunting knives, but they will find reliable all-round blades, boot, fishing, and specialty knives all at low prices. Category: Hunting Locations Subcategory: Hunting Locations Tip: Find the Best Hunting Land Hunting preserves offer the best hunting. There are hundreds of public and privately owned hunting preserves across the United States and Canada. Outfitters offer a wide range of hunting experiences from safe hunting on private hunting land to a true wilderness experience on a public hunting preserve. Private hunting land stocks trophy game that is not found in the wild, including exotic species, 180 plus whitetail bucks, and 500 pound wild boar. Public Hunting preserves are home to large populations of game living in their natural habitat. Tip: Locating Hunting Land for Lease There are several places that list hunting land for lease. Local hunt clubs, classifieds, real estate agents, and online specialty agents list hunting land for lease. There are a few things to watch for before signing a lease. Never lease hunting land until you walk the property with the agent or owner. Agents and owners have been known to walk prospective buyers over the wrong land tract. Take a topographical map and compass when scouting hunting land for lease. Mark the boundaries on the map, and the landmarks along the property's border. Contact the State Wildlife department. They can give information on game populations, local conditions at the time of the hunt, and may sell air photos of the region. Tip: New York State Hunting New York State Hunting offers everything to everyone. New York is the only state that

12 offers ocean front and Mountain ranges, dense forests and wetlands. The Adirondack deer camps can take hunters back to the good old days of wilderness hunting. New York State hunting is divided into two zones. The Northern Zone has a few bow only regions. The chances of harvesting a trophy buck are reasonably high in this zone. The Southern Zone has a large deer population. Both zones have substantial fowl populations. Category: Hunting Overview Subcategory: Hunting Overview Tip: Hunting Guides and Info There are hundreds of places on the internet to find hunting info. Every State issues a hunting guide to help hunters locate outfitters, hunt clubs, taxidermists, suppliers, and where to get permits or find the local regulations. All the websites that sell hunting guides, videos, and offer advice can leave hunters wondering what sites to trust. Hunters need to find hunting sites that offer solid information and teach hunters more than how to pick a gun, or what products to buy. That is why it is important to find reputable websites and hire a hunting guide the first few times. Tip: What Do I Need to Know Before Hunting Big Game? Breaking into big game hunting can be intimidating. All types of game requires specific stalking, hunting, and firearm skills. Basic hunting skills for small game, big game, upland birds, and water fowl are different than big game hunting. Hunters should learn the hunting basics for the firearm, game, and hunting experience they want to enjoy. Hunting basics for big game include learning to move through the bush without making noise, to be scent-free, to make a tight grouping at long distances, and understanding the how their prey behaves in their natural habitat. Category: Hunting Safety Subcategory: Hunting Safety Tip: Defend Against Bear Attack Several bear hunting safety tips will protect hunters from being mauled in a surprise attack. To avoid surprise attacks hunters need to keep bear repellent where they can grab it, and press the nozzle in less than five seconds. Manufacturers sell inert spray cans at half price so hunters can practice in the off-season. The best offense is to watch for signs of bear activity. Wrap all food in plastic freezer bags. Avoid dead animal

13 carcasses. The most important hunting safety tip is to never travel alone. One hunting safety tip that should be common sense is simply to give the bear whatever it wants, even your trophy elk. Tip: Hunting Safety Rules There are a few hunting safety rules that apply to all types of hunting:. Never remove your orange hunting vest. Never lever leave a loaded fire arm leaning against a tree or hanging on a branch. It is illegal to hunt on private property. Always sight a firearm before pulling the trigger. A brown thing moving in the underbrush may be an outfitter's packhorse, a farmer's cow, or a lost person. Hunting safety rules apply to more than firearm safety. Small game hunters need to carry a Bowie knife for protection. A duck hunter may come face to face with a wild boar. An elk hunter may meet a bear or mountain lion. It is better to be prepared for emergencies. Hunters should also remember the moral rules. Do not kill small game to pass the time. Do not drink in the field, and do not play pranks while in the field. Category: Hunting Supplies Subcategory: Hunting Supplies Tip: Hunting Gear for Trophy Hunters BizRate Tip: Most animals have an incredible sense of hearing as well as the ability to see in low light. Hunters can now buy high tech hunting gear to improve their sense of sight and hearing. Optical lenses and night vision goggles and sound-amplifying earmuffs improves the hunter's chance of finding game. Tip: New Developments in Hunting Equipment Hunting equipment like satellites, video monitors, microchips, and lasers have made hunting safer and more effective than ever before. Hunting has become a high-tech sport. Optic sights improve the hunter's ability to find game, camouflage improves their success at stalking, and flat-shooting rifles improve the accuracy and kill range. Tip: New Developments in Hunting Equipment BizRate Tip: Hunting equipment is designed to remove the limitations of restricted hunting, encroachment on wild lands, and shortened seasons. A hunter who goes high-tech is not demeaning the spirit of the hunt. They are balancing the playing field, and improving their chances of success. High tech hunting equipment helps novice hunters overcome their inexperience and improve their chances of enjoying a successful hunt. Satellites, microchips, and tracking equipment improves hunter safety.

14 Today's lasers are accurate to two yards, and help novice hunters hit their mark. Tip: Select Comfortable Treestands Hunters who are hunting trophy bucks need to remain motionless for one hour at a time. This makes comfort is more important than size when selecting treestands. Deer cannot see properly camouflaged treestands, but they do see uncomfortable hunters shifting their weight. Tip: Treestands for Bow Hunters BizRate Tip: Treestands for bow hunters need to be easy to enter in the dark, they must not creak when the hunter moves, be safe enough to allow the hunter to sleep, and include hooks and pouches for packs and food. API treestands meet these qualifications and have models to accomodate one hunter or two.