Build a complete system for the field, from digital reconnaissance to shot placement. Download the "Scent & Shot Field Guide" and join the crew.

Module 1: The Ethical Predator & Foundations

Module 2: Digital Reconnaissance - The Map Room

Module 3: Boots-on-the-Ground Scouting

Module 4: Reading the Language of the Wild (Sign)

Module 5: Tree Stand & Elevated Hunting Safety

Module 6: The River Hunt - Silent Access & Strategy

Module 7: The Scent War - Deception & Concealment

Module 8: Shot Placement & Ballistics

Module 9: The Sacred 30 - Post-Shot Protocol

Module 10: Field Dressing & Initial Meat Care

Module 11: Advanced Strategies & Adaptations

Module 12: Gear & Loadouts for the Hunter

The most critical tips are scent control, playing the wind, and stillness. Always hunt with the wind in your face so your scent blows away from the deer. Move slower than you think is necessary, and avoid "sky-lining" yourself by walking on top of ridges where your silhouette is visible.
Aim for the vitals triangle just behind the front shoulder. This area contains the heart and lungs. A shot here provides the quickest, most ethical kill and a massive blood trail. Avoid aiming for the head or neck, as these targets are too small and often result in non-lethal wounding.
Start by taking a Hunter Safety Course (mandatory in most states) and finding a mentor. You do not need expensive gear to start; focus on a reliable weapon, good boots, and learning to sit still. Public land maps (like OnX) can help you find legal hunting ground near you without owning land.
- Arrive at your stand at least 45–60 minutes before sunrise. This gives the woods time to "settle" after your noise of walking in. If hunting the evening, get set up 3–4 hours before sunset to catch deer moving from bedding areas to food sources.