Faith Jackson+FollowNew Hunter Fails We’ve All MadeEvery new hunter thinks they’re ready—until they spook every deer in the county. Forgetting about scent control, overestimating your aim, and picking the comfiest (but worst) spot? Guilty. If you’re new to the woods, you’re probably making at least half these rookie mistakes. Don’t sweat it—everyone learns the hard way. Want to actually see a deer this season? Check this list before you head out. #hunting #outdoors #rookiemistakes #deerseason #News #hunting #outdoors10Share
Faith Jackson+FollowWhy hunting is more than just the chaseTracking a wily buck with nothing but a bow in hand is a true test of patience and skill. On a well-known ranch, one seasoned hunter faced unpredictable weather and thick woods, showing just how challenging and unpredictable modern hunting can be. It’s not just about the harvest—there’s a real focus on ethical practices and respecting the land. This story really highlights the tradition and responsibility that come with hunting today. For those who hunt or know someone who does, what’s the most valuable lesson you’ve learned from time in the field? #News #hunting #outdoors10Share
hodebra+FollowThe .30-06 that nearly knocked me overMy first was a used H&R Handi-Rifle in .30-06. My dad thought it was a great starter gun. He failed to mention the recoil! I remember my first shot at the range—my shoulder was bruised for a week and I was scared of it after that 😂. I eventually learned to manage it and got a few deer, but I quickly upgraded to something with a better pad. Anyone else have a first rifle that fought back? #MyFirstRifle #Hunting 138182Share
Manuel Bright+FollowMy hunting buddy switched to crossbow to avoid practice...This guy straight up told me he got a crossbow so he "wouldn't have to practice anymore." Then bragged about shooting a buck 20 minutes after legal light because his scope let him see fine. Bad shot, lucky recovery, used it as his work screensaver like some trophy. Look, I'm not anti-crossbow at all. But lazy hunters exist with every weapon—compound guys who can't hit at 20 yards, rifle hunters wounding deer at 100 with their fancy scopes. The crossbow didn't make him lazy, he was already lazy. Just gave him more range to be dangerous with. What bothers you more—the weapon choice or the ethics behind it? #Hunting #LazyHunters #CrossbowHunting #HuntingEthics #ArcheryHunting55104Share
jortiz+FollowHow do you feel about predator hunting?I won’t shame anyone for how they hunt, but I do respect meat hunters more than trophy hunters. I’m also not a fan of killing predators “just because”—unless they’re causing issues in a specific area. Conservation means managing the full ecosystem, not just the deer or elk we eat. Curious how others see it. #hunting #HuntingEthics #MeatVsTrophy16461421Share
Manuel Bright+FollowOops, I probably created some anti-hunters 😬Took my buddy hunting last weekend - he got his second deer ever, a beautiful doe! But here's where I messed up... Went to the car wash the next day to clean deer blood out of my truck bed. Workers peeked over, saw the blood, and their faces went from curious to horrified real quick. I let them stew for a bit before gruffly saying "deer blood." Manager was still shaken but let me through. Made me realize: messing with nonhunters might be funny, but it sure doesn’t help the image of hunters. Lesson learned—next time, I’ll keep the mess (and the jokes) out of town. #hunting #deerhunting #Outdoors 8711442Share
paulcarol+FollowThis public land hunter tried to steal my deer after I shot itPicture this: I'm set up perfectly in my favorite spot, hour before sunrise. Then a UTV comes blazing through, ruining everything. But it gets worse. As I'm packing up, a nice 3-point walks out. Clean shoulder shot, saw him stumble and run toward where that UTV went. Minutes later, I hear rapid semi-auto fire. Found the guy standing over MY deer - now riddled with gut shots. When I politely mentioned I'd shot it first, he squared up and started yelling it was his kill. The broken leg and my bullet hole on the opposite side told a different story. I just congratulated him and walked away laughing. Enjoyed watching him try to clean those gut shots. Got a bigger buck in the same spot the next day anyway. Sometimes the best revenge is just letting karma handle things, you know? #Hunting #publicland #deerhunting #deerseason10741Share
lolson+FollowWhy Northern New England is underrated for huntersJust moved to NH and honestly blown away by how hunter-friendly it is up here! 🦌 No draw systems (except moose), your license includes tags, and here's the crazy part - you can hunt anywhere that's not posted. Most big landowners don't even post because they get tax breaks for keeping land open! Yeah the deer density isn't like down south, but these northern bucks are MASSIVE. Plus I can hunt Maine, NH, and Vermont all for under $500 total. Even as a non-resident, Maine is only $150. Been living near Boston for work and driving up weekends. Best of both worlds - decent job market but incredible hunting access. The tougher hunting just makes it more rewarding when you connect. Anyone else hunting this region? The lack of red tape is refreshing compared to other states. #Outdoors #hunting #newenglandhunting #newhampshire #maine #publiclandhunting128Share
paulcarol+FollowWhere would you buy hunting land if you could?If I could buy hunting land anywhere, I’d go with western Oklahoma near Elk City or down around Lindsay in the south-central part. Solid deer numbers, room to shoot without a range, and great bonus hunting—dove, hogs, and coyotes. Curious where you guys would pick and why? #hunting #DeerHunting #HuntingLand #Oklahoma3213Share
paulcarol+FollowMule deer turned me into a real hunter Grew up hunting big woods whitetails in Eastern forests - tracking through endless hardwoods was my passion. When I moved to Montana, I honestly looked down on mule deer. Saw them casually grazing by the river like livestock and thought they'd be boring compared to my crafty Eastern bucks. Boy was I wrong. First season hunting muleys completely changed me as a hunter. These aren't your backyard deer - they migrate 50+ miles, deal with mountain lions daily, and vanish into terrain that'll test everything you've got. No tree stands or trail cams here, just boots, glass, and pure hunting instinct. Now when I see whitetails, I barely glance their way. Mule deer hunting gets back to what hunting should be - raw, challenging, and earned. Anyone else make the switch from whitetails to muleys? #hunting #muledeerhunting #whitetailhunting #Outdoors 6912Share
