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Use Turkey Hunting as Training Ground for Elk & Backcountry Expeditions
Pies do not magically appear in the oven. That is a line I often use with new clients who have an elk tag in their pocket and believe one month of training will have them ready for the back country. We are weeks away from the first turkey season opening in Florida, but there is still time to train and for those of you who are not hitting the gym to prepare for your fall hunts out west, or chasing whitetail in the Midwest for that matter, here is how training for turkey hunting can help you ramp up to punch an elk tag this fall....read more
The SITKA Depot: Elevate Your Pre-hunt Shopping Experience in Bozeman, MT
As a dedicated wildlife biologist, my path has been driven by a passion for the natural world. I’ve always thought that the true richness of life lies in the experiences we collect along the way. This article recounts one such enriching experience - my visit to the SITKA Depot in Bozeman, Montana, where I discovered a new level of hunting gear excellence....read more
Elevate Your Saddle Hunting Game with These Must-Have Accessories
You've started saddle hunting with the basic necessities: saddle, platform, lineman's rope, tree tether and your climbing sticks. Hopefully you’ve gotten a few hunts under your belt and started to learn the ins and outs of organizing your saddle hunting gear and getting comfortable maneuvering in your saddle for all-day sits. The world of saddle hunting extends beyond the basic pieces. Adding a few saddle hunting accessories, like organization pouches, back bands, and packs, can make your whitetail hunts easier, more successful and more comfortable. Let's dive into some fantastic saddle hunting accessories that will take your hunting experience to the next level....read more
4 Saddle Hunting & Bass Fishing Questions on GoWild
Brayden Ware covers some popular questions shared in GoWild recently. The questions are, what are the pros and cons of saddle hunting and which saddle is recommended, is this a rub from an early shed buck or something else, how to catch Albert the bass and how are others packing their saddle gear?...read more
5 Great Saddles For 2024 | Saddle Hunting Setup Guide
In this article, we'll be exploring 5 great saddle options to consider for this deer season. These are recommended saddle hunting saddles from the GoWild community. Once we get through them all you can pick the one that suits you best....read more
What’s Really Needed to Begin Saddle Hunting | Saddle Hunting Gear Setup
As we begin to look forward to the upcoming deer season, now is the time to start putting together the pieces of gear you will need. As someone who has made the decision to start your journey into the realm of saddle hunting you are probably wondering what it is that you actually need....read more
Finding The Saddle Hunting Comfort Sweet Spot | Adjusting Your Bridge
One of the unique aspects of saddle hunting equipment is the adjustability each piece of equipment can provide. An adjustable bridge is one aspect of the saddle that companies are incorporating to provide such adjustability. Let’s take a look at why an adjustable bridge can benefit you....read more
Saddle Hunting Back Band | Is The Hype Real?
When it comes to being totally comfortable in the saddle, look no further than the backband. This one piece of gear can turn your all day sit of potential soreness into feeling like you’re lounging in a recliner....read more
Saddle Hunting Lineman's Rope | The Purpose of it & How to Use it
A common question I received at the PA Great American Outdoor show this past February from people who never saw a saddle or knew how they worked was how do you climb up the tree safely? My answer would be the same each time. I told them I used climbing sticks with my lineman's rope wrapped around the tree to keep me safe and secure and allow me to have both hands free....read more
Saddle Hunting Aider Options | When to Use Them & How to Use Them
In the world of hunting, and especially mobile hunting, a common question arises. Just how high do you need to be to hunt? Well, regardless of your opinion on the “perfect” height as a hunter you will need a way to get up to that distance....read more