bushjill+FollowEver seen a black deer in the wild? I hear the black deer are incredibly rare, making up less than 1% of the population. If you ever saw one in your sights—would you take the shot or just watch in awe? #hunting #blackdeer #deerhunting24511Share
paulcarol+FollowWhy I still hunt with my first rifleI was cleaning out my safe the other day and picked up the old .270 I’ve used since my first deer season. Got me thinking—no matter how many rifles I try, I always come back to this one. It’s not the most advanced, but it’s reliable, and the memories it carries are worth more than any upgrade. Anyone else feel the same about their first deer rifle? Or have you moved on to something newer? #hunting #huntinggear #deerSeason 389140Share
Manuel Bright+FollowMy archery hunt turned into a rattlesnake showdown 🫠Still can't believe what happened on opening day last season. I'm settled against a tree when I hear something moving through the leaves. Figured it was an armadillo until two massive timber rattlers came "dancing" right past my boots. I stood up too fast - one stopped and coiled. Panic shot three arrows into the dirt next to it, then had to walk home empty-handed while it sat there guarding my gear. Came back after dark with a shotgun and flashlight. Got both snakes since they're overpopulated here and dangerous for my kids and cattle. Plus, rattlesnake actually tastes pretty good. Never had an encounter mess up a hunt quite like that before. Anyone else have wildlife encounters that completely derailed their hunting plans? #Hunting #ArcheryHunting #RattlesnakeEncounter #Outdoors 345Share
paulcarol+FollowMy old 870 puts meat on the table just fineI’ve noticed a lot of hunters feel pressured to spend thousands on the newest gear or make hunting their entire identity. For me, it’s much simpler. I check the zero on my old 870, head into the woods, and wait for that one deer to take the wrong path. I usually just take one each year—it’s enough for me, and I turn it into a pot of venison chili I’m proud of. Hunting is still something I love, even if I’m not as hardcore as I was when I was younger. It doesn’t have to be about money or clout—it’s about putting good food on the table and enjoying the tradition. Curious—do you keep your hunts simple, or do you like going all-in with new gear and extra tags? #Hunting #SimpleHunting #VenisonChili #HuntingGear 30759Share
bushjill+FollowI’ve never needed fancy gear to enjoy a huntI’ve never been one to haul a full “loadout” into the woods. For me, it’s just clothes and a gun—less noise, less hassle. My field kit stays in the truck until I need it. I grew up hunting to help put food on the table, so I’ve always kept it simple and affordable. Old Army surplus camo, budget rifles—nothing fancy. Truth is, no gadget replaces good fieldcraft, patience, and time in the woods. Everyone’s style evolves, but simplicity has always worked for me. What’s the one piece of gear you never leave behind? #Hunting #SimpleGear #Fieldcraft #BudgetHunting #HuntingGear #Outdoors 388Share
Eric Ford+FollowFirst time rifle hunting with buddies - who shoots first?My buddies and I want to try still hunting together on public land but we're all pretty green. Main question: if we actually spot a deer, who gets to shoot? Been bow hunting solo before but rifle hunting with multiple people seems way more complicated. Don't want to mess up our first real opportunity because we didn't talk through the basics beforehand. Any veterans have simple rules they follow when hunting as a group? #Hunting #riflehunting #publichunting #Outdoors 05Share
lolson+FollowWhy I still carry my grandpa's old lever gun 🔫Been using modern bolt-actions for years until I pulled grandpa's Winchester from the safe. What a difference in thick brush! That compact design slips through brambles where my long-barreled rifle got hung up constantly. Plus, when that hog broke cover at 50 yards, I got three quick follow-ups before he hit the treeline - try that with a bolt gun! Sure, it's not a 400-yard precision tool, but for dense woods hunting under 200 yards? Nothing beats the speed and handling. There's something special about carrying the same rifle design that fed families for generations. Sometimes the old ways just work better. #hunting #leveraction #deerhunting #traditionalrifle819152Share
bushjill+FollowDad's old deer rifle still outshines my new oneFound my dad's 1960s Remington in the attic last week. The hand-checkered walnut stock feels like art in my hands—every groove carved with care by someone who took pride in their craft. Sure, my modern rifle shoots tighter groups thanks to CNC precision, but there's something soulful missing. Today's synthetic stocks feel cold and lifeless compared to that warm wood that tells decades of hunting stories. Makes me wonder what we've really gained by trading craftsmanship for efficiency. Do you think modern rifles will ever capture that old-world charm? #hunting #VintageRifles #OldVsNew #HuntingGear 27072Share
tyler79+FollowWhy I spend more time choosing bullets than calibersWhen I first started hunting, everyone debated which deer cartridge was “the one.” Back then, bullets weren’t great, so the cartridge mattered more. Fast-forward to today, and the game has changed—modern bullets are insanely good. For most hunting scenarios, choosing the right bullet makes a bigger difference than the cartridge itself. Sure, extremes still exist, but I’ve learned to spend more time picking the perfect bullet than obsessing over calibers. 🦌 Do you still put cartridge first, or has bullet choice become your priority? #hunting #deerhunting #huntinggear #huntingtips4615Share
bushjill+FollowHunting partners can make or break your seasonLearned this lesson during my first big timber still-hunt with a buddy. We're creeping through thick oak when a massive buck steps out at 40 yards. Both of us freeze, then start this awkward silent gesturing match - "you take it," "no, you!" By the time we sorted it out, he was gone. Now I establish ground rules before we even leave the truck. Open country spot-and-stalk? Whoever spots it gets first dibs. Dense timber still-hunting? One person leads, takes any shot that presents itself - no time for negotiations when you've got seconds. For smaller properties, we pick zones of fire and stick to them. Simple system: your side, your shot. The key is knowing your hunting partner well enough to move like one unit instead of two people trying to coordinate in real time. Ever had a missed opportunity because you and your partner couldn't decide who shoots? #Hunting #RifleHunting #HuntingTips #HuntingTogether #Outdoors 13Share
