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Read Field & Stream's latest deer hunting stories, news, and expert advice. Our experienced editors deliver compelling narratives, expert how-to articles, and in-depth reporting on deer hunting topics. Stay informed with authoritative outdoor journalism backed by over 125 years of editorial excellence.

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How to Age a Deer on the Hoof—and After the Shot

By Scott Bestul— June 13, 2024

We sat down with Kip Adams of the National Deer Association to learn how expert whitetail deer managers age bucks

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The Complete Guide to Hunting Deer From a Tree Stand

By Dave Hurteau— June 13, 2024

Everything you need to know to buy the right tree stands, set them up safely, and put them in the best locations to fill your deer tag year after year

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50 Expert Tips for Hunting the Whitetail Rut

By Scott Bestul— June 13, 2024

The best part of your entire deer hunting season is here. Make the most of it by studying these pro secrets for hunting every phase of the rut

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5 Places You Don’t Want To Hit a Deer (And How To Recover It If You Do)

By Will Brantley— June 13, 2024

Because bad hits happen, no matter how much you shoot

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The Greatest Whitetail Deer Hunters of All Time

By Scott Bestul and Dave Hurteau— June 13, 2024

From the real-life Natty Bumppo to Larry Benoit and members of The Hunting Public, here are the most skilled and influential deer hunters to ever hit the whitetail woods

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The 12 Best Deer Hunting States To Bag a Monster Whitetail

By Scott Bestul— June 13, 2024

Looking for a wall-hanger? Set your GPS to one of these 12 states and start driving

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Venison Backstrap Recipe Ideas: The Ultimate Wild-Game Guide to Cooking Our Favorite Cut

By Cosmo Genova— June 13, 2024

Delicious and easy recipes, plus helpful cooking tips, for one of hunting’s most prized cuts: the backstrap

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Hunter in camouflage transporting harvested buck deer on wheeled cart through autumn forest. Whitetail Hunting

How to Bow Hunt Deer: A Complete Guide

By Dave Hurteau— June 13, 2024

From top gear picks to secret tactics of the pros, here’s everything you need to know for how to bow hunt deer, whether you’re a beginner or have been at it for years

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Hunter in camouflage posing with large trophy whitetail buck after successful bow hunt. Whitetail Hunting

10 of the Biggest World-Record Bucks Ever

By Scott Bestul— June 13, 2024

Huge non-typical whitetails that rocketed to the top of the record books as soon as they were scored

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Mule Deer vs Whitetail

By Scott Bestul— June 13, 2024

In areas where the two species overlap, knowing which is which becomes critical. Here are the five tell-tale signs for distinguishing mule deer from whitetails

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