paulcarol+FollowBear Spray vs. Firearms: What’s your call?Been in more than a few bear encounters over 20 years of hunting—bluff charges, sows with cubs, close calls in camp. I carry bear spray in parks, and yes, it can work if you hit them right. But nothing gives me more confidence than my .45-70. I’ve taken bears clean with one shot, and never had to shoot twice. Spray has its place, but I’ll always lean toward a fast, hard-hitting rifle in serious country. What do you trust more when it really counts? #hunting #BearHunting #BearSpray #HuntingSafety189181Share
bushjill+FollowI didn’t know deer could carry disease...Sharing this because it really stuck with me—on a group hunt a few years ago, one of the guys I was traveling with ended up contracting CWD. Turns out it came down to mishandling the deer during field dressing and not wearing gloves. I had no idea it was even possible back then. Now I’m a lot more cautious anytime I’m processing game. Are you guys taking precautions when processing deer? Ever had a close call? #hunting #HuntingSafety #CWD #DeerHunting353Share
Manuel Bright+FollowMy biggest buck came from this scrape tip 🦌Been studying rubs and scrapes for years and they're basically GPS coordinates for where to set up. Here's what I've learned about using them effectively: 1️⃣ Size matters - Larger, higher rubs and big scrapes usually mean mature bucks are using them 2️⃣ Position downwind - Set your stand downwind from active scrape lines for optimal scent management 3️⃣ Trail cam gold - Scrapes get visited year-round but peak activity is fall, mostly at night 4️⃣ Post-rain visits - Bucks often return after rain to "freshen up" scrapes where scent washed away The scrape-to-trail-cam combo has been incredible for taking inventory of what's actually in the area. Multiple deer use the same spots, so you get a full picture of the local population. Anyone else had luck dialing in patterns this way? #hunting #DeerHunting #HuntingTips #TrailCameras541Share
tyler79+FollowDoes anyone else feel older gear works better? I’ve been using my Remington 870 for 30 years—slug barrel, a few chokes, and it still gets the job done. Taken plenty of deer and hogs with it over the years, and it’s never let me down. If you're in the market, aim for one made over a decade ago—the quality is unmatched. Police trade-ins are also a great budget route—cheap, reliable, easy to maintain, and parts are everywhere. Does anyone else feel that older gear works significantly better? #hunting #HuntingGear #Remington87035763Share
tyler79+FollowBudget-friendly shotgun for the hunt ✌️If you're looking for a no-frills shotgun that just works, the Mossberg Maverick 88 field combo is hard to beat. Survived the TFB TV torture test and outperformed shotguns twice the price. Reliable, tough, and easy on the wallet. What other budget-friendly hunting gear do you swear by? #hunting #HuntingGear #Mossberg88 #BudgetHunting40292Share
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 #Oklahoma1610Share
Eric Ford+FollowFound a skull in the woods - can I keep it? Found what looks like a deer skull while out in the woods—just wondering if it’s legal to take it home? Don’t want to break any wildlife laws. #hunting #SkullFound #OutdoorFinds231132Share
wramirez+FollowWhy do hunters keep taxidermy mounts?Always wondered—what's the meaning behind displaying taxidermy animals? Personally, I think if a hunt holds a special memory or feels worth commemorating, I’d want to keep the mount. But I’m also curious how other hunters here see it—what’s your reason? #hunting #HuntingLife #Taxidermy4350Share
jortiz+FollowThe raccoon bait that never fails me! 🦝Tried a bunch of baits before landing on a few that consistently brought raccoons into the trap. Here’s what worked best for me: 1️⃣ Canned sardines - My #1 go-to! The smell is like a raccoon dinner bell that travels for miles 2️⃣ Marshmallows - Who knew raccoons had such a sweet tooth? These work surprisingly well 3️⃣ Bacon + wet cat food - Perfect combo when I want to switch things up Pro tip: Always place bait at the far end behind the trigger plate. Forces them to fully commit to entering the trap instead of just grabbing and running. Curious what bait setups have worked best for you lately? #hunting #RaccoonHunting #TrappingTips6525Share
jortiz+FollowFirst time trapping raccoons - here's what worked! ✅Had some raccoons tearing up my property last month, so I decided to try trapping for the first time. Did a bunch of research and talked to some old-timers at the local shop. Ended up going with a 32-42 inch live trap - apparently that's the sweet spot for raccoons. Tried both one-door and two-door setups. One-door was way easier to place in tight corners, but the two-door gave me more options for placement. Biggest lesson? Don't cheap out on the trap quality - these things are strong and will bust out of flimsy gear! Curious—what kind of traps have worked best for you, especially in wooded or semi-urban areas? #hunting #RaccoonTrapping #HuntingTips285Share
