Eric Ford+FollowAny luck squirrel hunting in summer?Anyone here actually hunt squirrels in the summer? Curious if it’s worth it—and if so, got any tips for finding them in the heat? #hunting #squirrelhunting #huntingtips #summerhunt3611Share
bushjill+FollowWe talk hunting, but trapping made me betterLast winter was only my third trapping season, but I learned more in that cold week than I have in some entire deer seasons. Setting cable restraints, reading subtle signs, hiking two miles daily just to find a knocked-down set or one stubborn raccoon—it forced me to slow down and really understand how animals move. Trapping sharpened my patience and totally changed how I read the woods. It’s way more technical than I expected, but also incredibly rewarding. I still love hunting, but trapping taught me a different kind of discipline. Curious how others compare the two—what’s been more valuable for you? #hunting #trapping #outdoors 332Share
Eric Ford+FollowThis beginner's first hunt blew my mind! 🤯This dude's hunt really stunned me! He said he had such a great catch on his first hunt! #huntinglife #newbiehunter #wildgame #hunting 4213Share
Eric Ford+FollowWhich state has the best public hunting?Living in SW Ohio, I'm struggling with public hunting lands being so far away. What states actually have good public hunting close to population centers? Thinking about relocating... #hunting #publiclandhunting #huntaccess #Ohio531Share
Kyle Allison+FollowAnyone else have strange hunting rituals? 🤪Never leave the woods without pooping - it's become my thing! What's your weirdest hunting habit that you always do? Let's hear the funny ones! #hunting #huntinglife #huntinghabits #huntinghumor1811Share
bushjill+FollowHow I finally dropped a big boar clean 🐗Lost my first big boar because I rushed the shot with my deer rifle and light bullets. That thick shield stopped me cold and taught me everything about hog hunting the hard way. Here's what I learned from that expensive lesson: 1️⃣ Bullet selection matters - those thick shields and heavy bones need tough, expanding bullets like Nosler Partition or Barnes TSX. Save the light deer bullets for deer. 2️⃣ Get close - hogs are surprisingly easy to stalk. I now get within 100 yards instead of trying hero shots at 300. 3️⃣ Build a solid rest - shooting sticks, tripod, pack, anything. Hogs are fidgety and move constantly, so you need rock-solid stability. 4️⃣ Patience pays - wait for the right angle. They'll eventually give you that perfect broadside shot. Now I drop them clean every time. What's your biggest hog hunting lesson learned? #hunting #hoghunting #wildboar #huntinglife2924Share
tyler79+FollowBow or Gun—what’s your go-to for deer?When you’re going for a clean deer kill, how do you decide between your bow and your rifle? Curious what factors matter most to other hunters. #hunting #DeerHunting #BowVsGun1741Share
jortiz+FollowWhen’s best to hunt axis deer in texas?Thinking about heading to Texas for some axis deer hunting and visiting old friends on the way. When’s the prime time to go? #hunting #AxisDeer #TexasHunting #TexasHunting #HuntingTrip7125Share
lolson+FollowWhy Northern New England is underrated for huntersJust moved to NH and honestly blown away by how hunter-friendly it is up here! 🦌 No draw systems (except moose), your license includes tags, and here's the crazy part - you can hunt anywhere that's not posted. Most big landowners don't even post because they get tax breaks for keeping land open! Yeah the deer density isn't like down south, but these northern bucks are MASSIVE. Plus I can hunt Maine, NH, and Vermont all for under $500 total. Even as a non-resident, Maine is only $150. Been living near Boston for work and driving up weekends. Best of both worlds - decent job market but incredible hunting access. The tougher hunting just makes it more rewarding when you connect. Anyone else hunting this region? The lack of red tape is refreshing compared to other states. #Outdoors #hunting #newenglandhunting #newhampshire #maine #publiclandhunting84Share
mmoore+FollowHow did you gals get into hunting?Ladies, can we talk about learning to hunt? When I started in college, finding other women hunters was nearly impossible! I was lucky to have guy friends and my now-husband teach me the ropes, but that "after the shot" process was honestly terrifying. The field dressing and quartering part? Total game-changer once I figured it out. I'll never forget my worst job with a massive bull elk - exhausted, cold, and completely overwhelmed. That's when I discovered the gutless method and it literally changed everything! Now I hunt solo with confidence and actually prefer it. There's something so freeing about mastering those skills that initially seemed impossible. I’d love to hear your stories—how did you get started? What was the biggest challenge for you? #hunting #womenwhohunt #gutlessmethod50Share