Whitetail Deer Hunting Articles
Below are some articles
written by Kevin Wilson, Venture North Outfitting for various hunting magazines
about whitetail deer hunting
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Alberta Outdoorsman- Tips For The Outdoorsman Whitetail
Scents and Sensibility
by Kevin Wilson
Deer in general... and whitetails in particular, have an uncanny
knack for catching your scent. We've all experienced foiled hunts.
Most often it's because the deer we were after maneuvered downwind.
By shifting themselves into the path of downwind air currents, they
capitalized on their most keen sense. Suddenly alerted to impending
danger, they made an exit before any shot could be taken.... Read
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Big
Buck - Good Genetics & Great Structure
by Kevin Wilson
Allan Miller of St. Albert, Alberta, took this monster whitetail in
November of 1988. A veteran whitetail hunter, Miller pays careful
attention to genetics and structure. For his diligence, he was rewarded
with one of Alberta's finest, Breaking the 200-inch barrier, this
whopping whitetail is a sight to behold. Even though Allan Miller's
whitetail was taken over 16 years ago, he remembers the encounter
as though it happened yesterday. A fanatical whitetail hunter, he
is the first to admit his good fortune. With a deer that scores over
200 inches, he knows he is one of a select few hunters who have been
graced with the opportunity to harvest a true northern monarch. ...
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Big
Buck - So Close and Yet So Far
by Kevin Wilson
As an outfitter and guide, I've enjoyed closing many clients' tags
on outstanding whitetails. Over the last two decades, I've encountered
scores of big bucks during my own excursions and while accompanying
visiting hunters. Many of my own experiences have been with bow in
hand. During one week of hunting in mid-November alone, I fondly recall
rattling in 14 different bucks. Each would have scored well over 140
inches and, of those, at least two would have surpassed the magical
170-inch barrier. Wishing I'd had a rifle in hand, I resigned myself
to the fact that that's what I like about archery; it's not so much
the kill, but the accomplishment... Read
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Western
Sportsman - Pavlov's Whitetail
by Kevin Wilson
It was an encounter the likes of which live on for a lifetime. I had
carefully inched my way along the scant trail, calculating each step
and placing each footstep silently in the dry leaves. Undetected,
I'd made my way to my stand, covering the last 100 metres in 30 minutes.
Less than two hours of legal light remained. The day was November
14 and conditions were perfect — an overcast sky, mild temperatures,
a pungent odour from falling leaves blanketing the forest floor and
great acoustics. Believe it or not, I could actually hear a pair of
bucks sparring less than 90 metres away.... Read
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Western Sportsman
- 10 Tips For Whitetails
10 Things Every Whitetail Hunter Should Know
by Kevin Wilson
Mature white-tailed deer are complex creatures. Just when you think
you've got 'em figured out, they throw I a curve ball. Sometimes predictable,
most often not, they are curiously complicated. Those who revere this
most prolific member of the deer family know that a big buck can humble
even the most seasoned hunter. Whether you're a rookie or a veteran,
for those who fancy venison and admire big antlers, there are 10 things
every whitetail hunter should know.... Read
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Western Sportsman
- Out of Sight Out of Mind
Learn The Fine Art of Ground Blind and Tree Stand Hunting
by Kevin Wilson
Sneaking in to a familiar meadow, I rushed to put up my portable ground
blind. I settled in for my vigil as first light was only minutes away.
Heavy cloud cover and a cold front brought snowfall. A still calm
and a haze of lofty snowflakes gently tumbled to the ground all around
the blind. Only 10 minutes had passed when the woods suddenly came
alive. Some 60 metres in front of the blind I could hear a buck grunting
feverishly. He was focused on what I could only guess to be a hot
doe... Read
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Whitetail Journal
- 11th Hour Success
by Kevin Wilson
Seasoned whitetail Hunter's know a hunt ain't over 'til the fat lady
sings. Some hunts are short-lived, and others feel like they drag
on forever. Despite the fact that whitetails are the most prolific
deer subspecies on the planet, trophy bucks are still considered one
of the toughest big game animals to hunt. If you're passionate about
deer hunting, you're probably one of thousands of hunters tormented
by a common dilemma — whether or not to hit the switch early in the
season. If you have limited time to hunt or are restricted by the
number of deer you can take in a given season, this decision can be
daunting... Read
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Whitetail Journal
- Now You See 'em - Now You Don't
Confounded by inconsistent deer movement? This long-time outfitter
shares his insights into when you absolutely must be on stand and
when you should stay home
by Kevin Wilson
Ever wondered why deer seem to vanish at certain times during the
season? Rest assured they're still in the woods, but several factors
dictate whether or not they move. Even though they are highly adaptable,
as a rule whitetails move only when they feel safe. Certain conditions
instill a sense of security, while others take it away. From timing
to weather variables to the growing problem of hunting pressure, each
can put a damper on deer movement.... Read
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