A heavy-antlered 12-point buck materializes on the trail. He’s only five steps from bow range, but then he throws his nose in the air, goes rigid with nervousness, and waves the white flag. Game over.

Editor's Note: Longtime F&S whitetail columnist Scott Bestul passed away on April 19th, after a long battle with cancer. In memory of him, we will be republishing some of the Bestul's best work. Today ...

When it comes to getting close to white-tailed deer, silence and scent control are two things hunters need to remember. While deer don’t all act the same, and conditions vary with hunting pressure and ...

When it comes to hunting, staying sneaky is half the battle. You can have the best camo, the quietest boots, and a hideout that blends into the woods like it’s part of the scenery, but if your scent’s ...

I would never classify myself as a “gadget gal.” I prefer a minimalist approach to hunting and often head into the woods carrying little more than my gun, a pocket knife, and a dragging rope. My idea ...