Adam Moore

1 week ago | themeateater.com | Adam Moore

I typically give my garage a good cleaning every few months. Every time I do, I pick up some of my old antlers, sheds, and dead heads. I’ll reminisce on some of my favorite hunts or make false promises to myself about new spots. Then, I put them back in the corner until the next cleaning, where they go on collecting dust. I’m sure most hunters can relate to this hoarding dilemma. While I won’t just throw away a set of antlers, there are better ways to use them than as props in your garage.

2 weeks ago | gearjunkie.com | Adam Moore

If you’re going to invest in a premium hunting knife, you should consider its overall utility. If you can carry it to work and to the backcountry, you’ll stomach that initial sticker shock a bit better than you might a highly specialized knife. This is especially true for hunters who need a rugged hunting knife but can’t justify spending a few hundred bucks for something they might use a couple of times per year.

2 weeks ago | themeateater.com | Adam Moore

Large blocks of public land appeal to me. There’s something remote, almost mythical about them. The cool thing about these places is that it feels like deer can come from anywhere at any time. Personally, that gives me more confidence in a spot. Often, these places require more walking, which tends to weed out some of the competition. I’m also drawn to places where I know I have room to roam, and I almost always start e-scouting with the biggest tracts I can find.

2 weeks ago | themeateater.com | Tony Peterson |Adam Moore |Mark Kenyon

You need to get hunting. Fast. Maybe you just picked up permission on a new property right before the season opens. Maybe you’re exploring new public land hunting spots and the rut is about to kick in. Maybe you lost access to your top spot and you’re now scrambling for new options. Whatever the...

2 weeks ago | themeateater.com | Adam Moore

Prepping for deer season starts long before October. Hanging stands and trimming shooting lanes are important, but that shouldn’t be the only preseason work on your schedule this year. While it might not be as sexy, habitat improvements can provide immediate and long-term benefits for private hunting properties. In fact, I’d bet my favorite hunting rifle that habitat management will increase your odds of success more than buying a new tree stand or bow.