HOW TO RIFLE HUNT LIKE A BOWHUNTER

By Adam Moore / MeatEater

For a lot of hunters, rifle season conjures up early memories of deer camps, first kills, or family traditions. And it probably still revolves largely revolves around these things. While it’s perfectly fine to reminisce on past experiences, faithful tree stands, or one-off deer drives, they can hinder you from consistently punching your tag (if that’s your goal).

Like any technology in the deer woods, rifle hunting can make up for a lot of our mistakes. It can also exacerbate them. Unlike bowhunting, there’s a lot we take for granted with a rifle in hand. CONTINUE READING