bushjill+Followsend-it hunters give us all a bad name 🙄I stick to arrows for close shots and .308 with copper bullets out to 300 yards. Haven't tracked a single deer or antelope - they just drop. Clean kills, minimal meat loss, zero lead fragments. Here's the thing: if you need multiple shots to connect, or you're "walking rounds in," you're not a long-range hunter - you're just being unethical. That ego-driven "send it" mentality creates wounded animals and gives all hunters a bad reputation. Know your limits. Practice within them. One shot, clean kill. #hunting #cleankills #308 #huntingethics #deerhunting180260Share
tyler79+FollowWhat grandpa’s .30-06 didn’t teach me about bulletsI remember watching Grandpa drop a massive 10-pointer with his old .30-06. It felt like magic—pure knockdown power. Or so I thought. But over time, I’ve come to realize that’s not how bullets really work. Terminal ballistics depend more on shot placement and how the bullet behaves inside the animal—not just the caliber or speed. With the right hit, smaller rounds can do just as much damage, sometimes even more, than the big boomers. These days, I shoot smarter, not louder. What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned about bullet performance in the field? #Hunting #DeerHunting #30-06524395Share
SunChaser99+FollowWhy does it always feel like I forgot something?Packed everything the night before. Double-checked in the morning. Still got to the woods and realized I left my gloves. Last month it was the rangefinder. Once… it was ammo 😭 Now I triple check but still feel like something’s missing every damn time. What’s the one thing you never leave behind? #Outdoors #hunting#HuntingPack20Share
tyler79+FollowThe 6.5 creedmoor isn’t overrated - it’s just misunderstoodI’ve heard it all—“overrated,” “just a fad,” “hipster round.” But after years of hunting with the 6.5 Creedmoor, I’ve learned it’s anything but hype. It’s accurate, low-recoil, and flat-out effective on whitetail and beyond. I've even taken down an eland with it. It’s not about speed—it’s about balance, consistency, and confidence in the field. #hunting #65creedmoor #huntinggear #deerhunting166102Share
bushjill+FollowIs Wild Pig Meat Actually Good to Eat?Wild pigs are leaner, earthier, and packed with protein—perfect if you're into keto, paleo, or just love wild game. Great for stews or sausage, and way less fatty than farm pork. Anyone else love the flavor or have tips on cooking it right? #hunting #wildgame #huntandcook #cleaneating #wildboar823810Share
tyler79+FollowWhy my knife matters more than my gunIt took me a few seasons to realize my hunting knife is just as important as any tag or rifle. From clean field dressing to cutting rope or even making camp lunch—your blade does way more than you think. Precision and durability matter when you’ve got meat on the line. If your knife can’t hold an edge, you’re in for a frustrating time. Got a go-to knife you swear by? #hunting #outdoors ##huntingknife #huntinggear670310Share
mmoore+FollowHow long do deer live without hunters? 😮Just learned the oldest wild whitetail on record lived to 24 years old - that's ancient in deer years! Most wild deer only live a few years due to predators, traffic, disease, and hunting pressure. Makes me wonder how many would reach old age without all those threats.🤔 #hunting #deerfacts #wildlife #nature1117892Share
tyler79+FollowNeed air rifle recs for backyard pest control 🎯Those raccoons are driving me crazy! They're raiding my bird feeders, trashing my garden and getting into everything. Looking for something that won't break the bank but gets the job done. What's your go-to air rifle for varmint hunting? Links appreciated! #hunting #airrifle #varmintcontrol #raccoonproblems #gardeningwoes5672Share
mmoore+FollowMost ethical hunter ever? 😂Okay hear me out... I might actually be the most ethical hunter in this group because I'm terrible at it 😅 My success rate is so low that I'm basically giving every deer, elk, and bird the fairest chase possible. Anyone else "ethically challenged" like me? #hunting #HuntingFail #EthicalHunting4014Share
Eric Ford+FollowThe 5-90-5 Rule Every Hunter Should KnowJust learned about the 5-90-5 rule in hunter safety: 5% hate hunting no matter what, 5% love it unconditionally, and the other 90% don’t care—unless bad behavior pushes them to the first group. It’s a good reminder that how we act in the field matters for more than just our own hunts. Ever heard this before? #hunting #huntingethics #outdoors8644Share
