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How Important is Scent Control for Deer Hunting

August 14, 2018 By Mike

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Deer have an uncanny ability to detect danger a mile away! This is in part to their heightened sense of smell. So, how important is scent control for deer hunting? It's extremely important! In this article, we'll talk about how deer are able to smell hunters well before they're a threat and how you as a hunter can overcome their sense of smell with proper scent control. To … [Read more...]

What Time of The Day Are Deer The Most Active

June 4, 2018 By Mike

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What time of the day are deer the most active? Is it dawn, dusk, or sometime during the middle of the day. Every hunter that I know, including myself, wants to make the most of their time spent in the woods. Knowing when deer will likely be on the move can really improve your odds of bringing home the buck of a lifetime. While most species of deer are most active during … [Read more...]

Day or Night: 9 Tips on How to Hunt Coyotes

February 26, 2018 By Mike

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Just because deer season is over, doesn't mean that it's time to pack away your hunting gear and call it quits. There are still plenty of hunting opportunities if you're willing to put in the time. In this article, we're going to give you a few tips on how to hunt Coyotes at night and in the daytime. While our advice will not ensure that you bag your first “song-dog”, they can … [Read more...]

The Best Knife for Skinning Deer: See Our Top Pick!

February 25, 2018 By Mike

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All knives are not created equal when it comes to hunting knives! This is why we put in the time to find out what the best knife for skinning deer is. After doing hours upon hours of research, we've determined Benchmade's Saddle Mountain Hunter is the best skinning knife on the market. This knife may be a newbie when it comes to hunting knives, but its quality ensures that it … [Read more...]

What Are The Best Compact Binoculars for Hunting

February 11, 2018 By Mike

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Other than your weapon, the single most important tool a hunter has in their arsenal are their eyes. This is where a good quality pair of binoculars can really come in handy! So what are the best compact binoculars for hunting? To find out the answer to that question, we reviewed 13 different binoculars from some of the top brands and came up with a list of 5 that we believe to … [Read more...]

Best Game Cameras for Hunting Under $100

January 21, 2018 By Mike

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Hunting is one of the most primal outdoor sports, but even though it is primal in nature, the hunting industry continues to advance their technology to match the needs of hunters. There have been some excellent innovations in recent history that have helped hunters become more successful in their pursuits. Below I have reviewed the best game cameras for hunting under $100 on … [Read more...]

Best Duck Hunting Calls on The Market

January 19, 2018 By Mike

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There are few greater things to witness in hunting than watching ducks work your decoy spread, respond to a call and finally commit. A good quality duck call is key, which is why we've put together a list of what we believe are the 5 best duck calls on the market today. Duck calls range in price and quality, and it is best to pick a call that suits your needs and help you … [Read more...]

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Hi, I’m Mike! I’m the guy behind Skilled Outdoors! Other than spending time with my wife and two girls, there’s nothing that I would rather be doing than spending time outdoors, whether that be chasing after reds on the flats or camping and hunting in the great outdoors.

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