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 Doing some scouting before deer season kicks off?  Here are some tips that will simplify your scouting efforts for  deer hunting . Plus, discover a game-changing strategy for keeping track of the spots you’ve found and saving your treestand locations. Have a look: 1. Look for the Place Where the Trails Meet. When searching for a spot to hang your treestand, always look for where the natural confluence of game trails. This can multiply your chances of deer passing through on their way to feed or bedding.  2. Look for Natural Food Sources Do you know the favorite fall food of the deer? Well the answer is, Acron. Somewhere, if you find isolated patches of oaks that are actively dropping acorns, these are excellent spots to set up. Use your binoculars to take a close look at the canopy to see if the trees are loaded up with acorns or if they are bare. Other than Acron, Persimmons or beechnuts are the favorite food of deer. Consider yourself lucky if you manage to

Watch along as Steve West, Host of Steve’s Outdoor Adventures TV, as he discusses some of the basics to elk hunting amongst the presence of wolves. If you’re looking for the proper hunting regulations, licenses, and permits in Texas, drop in to  FarWide  for on the ground information you can use immediately. FarWide is a search engine for hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. Our vision is to ensure that hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation remain relevant and accessible in a changing world. Available for FREE at  www.farwide.com  & on the Apple App Store.

With big game hunting seasons quickly approaching, now is a great time to start to prepare your hunting rifles for the field. Here are a few basic but always important tips for getting yours ready for the season. Set the sights: Even if your rifle was zeroed in perfectly the last time you used it, you need to get on a range and dial it in, because even minor jostling in storage and transport could have knocked the sights out of true. Many whitetail hunters prefer a 100-yard zero while those who hunt elk or mule deer in more open country might choose a 200-yard zero. Use the proper load: Use premium bullets to make sure you get the knockdown power, and accuracy, you need to optimize your rifle. It’s also important to match your load to the game you’re hunting. Bullet choice for larger game like moose or elk should have a thicker jacket and a bonded core to help with penetration and ensure a clean kill. Clean it, then foul it: A well-maintained rifle will be more accurate and reliable.

Elk hunting   can be exciting. Especially when you are after this coveted game species in areas flush with elk populations. Try your best to get a tag to one of these states to hunt down the 700-pound beasts. Top US States for  Hunting Elk Colorado — #1 Spot for Getting Elks With half a million plus of elk population, Colorado pro v ides far more units and OTC permits in comparison to other states. In fact, the number of permits goes into thousands. Here, there are plenty of vast open spaces to try out your shots. While bow or rifle hunting is permissible in most areas, some public open spaces allow archery only units. 2. Wyoming — Higher Probability of Getting Tags Keen to hunt down elks in the low passes and terrains of the Rocky Mountains? Though the State boasts of only 90000 elks, it assures lifetime experiences. Wyoming does not have OTC tags any more for non-residents; however, with 100 per cent draw in most units you have a much higher chance of drawing a tag. 3. Montana — Aim

If you have a serious passion for hunting, chances are good that many of your friends do, too. The drive to get outside is a bond you share and one you should cultivate. As with all hobbies, life often gets in the way and restricts our opportunities to hunt. FarWide is here to help. Especially if the topic is duck hunting in New York state. Pick a friend that hasn’t experienced what you are about to get into. Show them a new spot, give them a new challenge, or give them a shot at harvesting a new species. Don’t waste time going to multiple sources to piece your trip together. Use FarWide to easily pick your destination, find access points, and double check your regulations. If you and your friend are looking for places to go duck hunting in New York state, check out the list here " Duck Hunting in New York ".

The opening of Dove Season is like a cultural event in the American South. In Georgia, Tennessee, Mississippi and other surrounding states, the opening of the season marks the coming of autumn—and more hunting seasons to follow.  This season, thousands of hunters, their families and their hunting dogs gather to set out in pursuit of mourning doves, white-winged doves and collared doves. Some locations are so popular that state wildlife management offices will set quotas and hold a lottery for first-day access. It’s a challenging task because doves are small and nimble, flying up to 55 miles an hour with sharp dives and quick changes in direction. It takes quick reflexes and a keen eye to bag these birds. The hunt usually begins at noon, but among many groups, the season “officially” kicks off when the first hunter fires. Dove hunting season begins on Sept. 1, 2018 in most states, though there are some exceptions.  Check out this post and discover some of the best dove hunting locati

There is no catch and release in the hunting world so there are laws and  hunting regulations  implemented to regulate harvest and increase hunter safety. Disregard for these rules & laws can lead to worse hunting conditions. FarWide App helps you stay within the law. Have a look: The start and end of the legal shooting time for your specific season. Shooting hours are described in relation to sunrise and sunset. Official sunrise and sunset change throughout  hunting season   and can be found in state published lists. It is up to each hunter to use these times to figure out shooting hours daily, not just estimate based on the location of the sun. Public Land Public land is often referenced in  hunting regulations . However, it does not always mean fishing, hunting, or even access is openly permitted. It is important to check regulations on every piece of public land you find, some require specific permits or special licenses, others are only open during certain times of the year.

Tell a non-hunting friend you’re going bison hunting and they’re likely to say, “Oh, you mean buffalo hunting.” And while lots of people use the words buffalo and bison interchangeably, the truth is that the animal you can hunt in several states is the American bison, native to the Americas and Europe, and different from the 38 types of buffalo you’ll find in Asia and Africa. Trophy animal hack: American bison have beards, buffaloes don’t. The distinction is important, because wild bison are carefully managed in all states, and those that have bison hunts strictly control the number of permits issued, the number of animals that can be harvested, and the rules surrounding the hunt. We have a quick synopsis of the places, licensing, tools and seasons, etc. to steer you forward in your outdoor sprees. Read this blog to know about the Bison Hunting in detail  “ Bison Hunting: Where and When to Go ”.

(Investigations are ongoing by FWS and WGFD regarding grizzly bear attacks on two hunters in Wyoming.) Recent bear attacks on two hunters in Wyoming have once again established the extensive presence of grizzly bears in the region. While both hunters survived, these two incidents have put FWS and WGFD on high alert. As per comments released by WGFD — Wyoming Game and Fish Department  — the first of the two attacks took place on September 24th towards the evening. The incident took place in the elk hunting area of Thorofare. The injured hunter was hospitalized after being airlifted from the site of the attack. The following Saturday, there was another grizzly bear attack that occurred on Rattlesnake Mountain. The bear charged at an archery hunter in the region west of Cody. Thankfully, the hunter escaped unharmed and the bear was hunted down. The Fish and Wildlife Service of the US is getting assistance from WGFD in these investigations. Farwide.com keeps you updated with recent news

It won’t be long now: you can hunt birds in Missouri now. You can see the geographic boundaries of the three — the south zone , the middle zone and the north zone  — using FarWide’s powerful search engine . Crow season starts November 1 and runs until the beginning of March. Crows can make life pretty miserable for farmers, so Missouri allows you to take as many as you’d like, and also allows the use of electronic calling devices, so have at it. It’s a great way to hunt birds. The open season for Canada geese and brant begins on Veterans Day, November 11 and runs through February 6. It’s apt that open season begins on a day set aside to honor military veterans, because like many states, Missouri offers a great deal for military personnel who have been active within the past 12 months: a hunting permit for a mere $5. American woodcock season begins statewide on October 15 and runs through the end of November. You can take three woodcock a day, and use a dog to help, but your shotgun

“Things in the world change so fast. Technology, everything is so rapidly advancing. It seems like when you duck hunt, it’s just like slamming on the brakes.” An awesome duck hunting film about Dennis Loosier, an avid duck hunter who spends all year engaged and preparing for duck season in the flooded forests of Texas. Just another gem from the YETI series. Dr. Duck was the name Dennis Loosier was given by his hunting buddies for the 365 days a year he devotes to duck hunting in Texas. Watch this video to know about the duck hunting in detail.. If you’re looking for the proper hunting regulations, licenses, and permits in Texas, drop in to  FarWide  for on the ground information you can use immediately.

With more than 250,000 acres of wilderness, 124 named peaks and 147 lakes, Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park offers endless outdoor activities including hiking, camping, climbing, and, of course, trout fishing. If you’re planning a fishing excursion to RMNP, be sure to arrive as early as possible. Parking at the more popular trailheads is very limited and fills up quickly, requiring shuttle access from Estes Park and other towns if there are no available spots. Plus, you’ll have better luck catching trout in the cooler hours of the morning. Ideal timing for these locations is between July and August on less-crowded weekdays, though you’re sure to have a pleasant time in June and September even if the fish aren’t biting as much. Check out ten trout fishing options below, and discover more using the FarWide app and in-browser experience . Open Fishing Waters 1. Loch Vale The hike to Loch Vale begins from the Glacier Gorge Trailhead. It’s a fairly easy hike by RMNP standards — 5.7

Hunting has been an essential part of adventurous activities in the US, the hotspot for hunters looking for their strong dose of adrenaline. If you are new to the big gaming hunting scene in the US, get used to experiencing the pleasures of authentic American outback as you go about the popular game hunt and shooting sports.  The pleasures of tracking animals in different states of the US, with different adventures to their name, has to be experienced to be understood in entirety.  Read this blog "  The US Hunting Guide That’ll Take You Places " to get an overview of hunting activities in the US.  

Nowadays, big game hunting opportunity, despite limited elk hunting seasons, has gathered momentum on the wish list of American and other hunters.  Thanks to the latest conservation practices and government efforts, the population of elks in US is on a rebound. With elks finding their way into old and new hunting grounds, elk hunting is back with a bang. Here’s a quick elk hunting guide to help you lead from the front. Elk — A Closer Look  The elk (Cervus canadensis) is considered to be among the largest species in the deer family, Cervidae. Also referred as wapiti –attributed to the Shawnee and Cree term wapiti that means ‘white rump’, it ranks high on the list of largest terrestrial mammals in the northern precincts of America Reproduction & Breeding Elks are known to breed across two months — from mid-August to mid-October. It’s in the late weeks of May and early June that calves weighing about 35 pounds are dropped by their mothers in ones and twos. Are They Edible? According