Whitetail Deer

The whitetail deer can be found in southern Canada and most of the United States, except for the Southwest, Alaska and Hawaii.

A deer's home range is usually less than a square mile. Deer collect in family groups of a mother and her fawns. When a doe has no fawns, she is usually solitary. Male bucks may live in groups consisting of three or four individuals, except in mating season, when they are solitary.

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Whitetail Primer
The long wait is over and the whitetail deer seasons are here, from archery to muzzleloader and centerfire rifle. Before you head out for camp, prime your mind with these practical tips to bring you success on the first hunt.

Tipping Off Deer
Wade Bourne believes the best way to avoid spooking whitetail deer is to avoid letting them think they are being hunted. Here's how to avoid an early season mistake that could spell disaster for the remainder of the year.

Funnel Areas
Get on the fast track to whitetail deer hunting success by eliminating unproductive land. The best way to do that, according to Wade Bourne, is finding funnel areas that concentrate deer on the move.

Shooting Sticks
Shooting sticks are mistakenly thought of as a shooting aid for long range shots. Not so, according to Wade Bourne, who uses a shooting stick when ground hunting for steady, certain shots that will take the game.

Flinch-free Shooting
Do you flinch when squeezing the trigger of your rifle. This early season malady can be overcome on the practice range, even before the season begins. Watch this tip from Wade Bourne and your first shot of the season will be on target.

Virtual Kitchen
Click inside this virtual kitchen and you’ll meet the Scott Leysath, the Sporting Chef. The nickname is backed up by a professional chef who happens to be a skilled outdoorsman. His page includes a video and written blog, recipes and tips that will make your summertime wild game cookout a big success.