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May 2006 Online Hunts & Events

May 3 - First Day In Tennessee 

So how do you find gobblers in a new place? Nothing to it. TO: Morning and Afternoon.

May 4 - Day 2 

Hunt Report and Pics for Day 2. GO...

Tennessee - Day 3
Rain in the morning. But Fred try's a new set up for the afternoon and gets action. GO...

Day 1 - Struttn' His Stuff 

The gobbles got closer and then a big, longbeard strutter popped out of the brush. GO...

Day 3 - Out Sourcing
My bud Dickie Wicker invited me to hunt. GO,,,

Day 2 - Some gobblers never give up

Regardless of how close they get and how good things look it can always take an unexpected turn ... for us ... and the gobblers. GO...

Day 4 - The CamTrakker Longbeards

A CamTrakker finds me 3 longbeards who are daily commuters past the Gate. I go there today, and they do too. GO...

Day 5 - CamTrakker Gobblers Back

It took 3 hours to pull the CamTrakker Longbeard trio from the river to my blind. GO...

Day 6 - Nice Day For A Grand Slam

How sweet it is when it all comes together for some super longbeard pictures and the Rio that makes it a Grand Slam Day... 

Day 7 - Lets Do It One Mo' Gin

The big Tom locked up and I threw every trick I knew at him. GO...

Day 8 - Morning

Some hunts the turkeys aren't what you remember. And in case you're wondering, that is not the friendly Bossie the cow. GO...

Day 8 - Afternoon - Part 1

Some days you see wonderful things in nature and this afternoon began that way. GO...

Will A Snake Get Into The Blind ... With You?
Day 8 - Afternoon, Part 2
Learning new things happens a lot when you bowhunt. Some times you learn about something you'd rather not. GO...



Opening Day - Rio Grande Gobblers
Fred Lutger, the Duck and I are bowhunting for Rio Grande gobblers today.

Afternoon Hunt: Just when I thought the day's hunt was over ... 3 longbeards walked around the tree I was hiding behind. GO...

Morning Hunt: When Fred called again the gobbler stepped into view down the fence by the Gate. Fred continued to call and the gobbler walked down the fence past the blind, looking at the decoys. GO...

Day 2 - Search For The Rio Grande
Here are the field notes on Day #2. GO...

Day 3 - Rio Grandes With Billy Don

We drive to Wild Horse Prairie Ranch and Fred and I get good gobbler action today. GO...

Day 4 - Fred Gets A Rio

Billy Don and Fred drove to the "super secret" site. Soon gobbles sounded from 4 different directions. GO...

Billy Don's: The Rest Of The Story
The Duck and I get into gobblers. GO...

Nebraska - Day 1: Luv Struck

Sometimes the things you see while bowhunting are absolutely amazing. Like the 1st morning in Nebraska, when a gobbler was luv struck by Fred's decoy! Pics & Video...

Nebraska - Over The Top

Fifteen minutes later we called and got gobbles from the ridge above us. GO...

Nebraska - Come Up And See Me

The gobbler was worked up, even his face was red. I took a pic because I expected him to stop and look at my decoy. But he didn't. GO...

Nebraska - It Can't Be Happening!

That is NOT the fan of the Merriam's turkey I tagged 2 hours ago. It's an Eastern. And it rained longbeards beginning at 3:44. GO... 

Nebraska - Fred's Double!

High Winds! Driving rain! And Fred finds where the gobblers hang out in bad weather. GO...

Live Broadcast ... Kinda
I can get a cell signal at the Point and here is what's happened so far this morning. GO...
Afternoon: A hen came through and I took a short web video of it. Video...

Do Decoys Work?

Nothing's better than watching gobblers strut 5 yards from you. And you're about to Go There.

Apr 19 - Decoys Bringing 'Em In

A gobbler comes to the call. Some hens interact with my decoys. And more, with pics. GO...

Apr 20 - Here Comes "Super Jake"

He's tall, dark, and handsome, and has a weakness for Woodhaven yelps. GO...

Apr 21 - Longbeards

I knelt down and peeked under the cedar limbs. Three longbeards were casually walking along. A hen gives us some cool video. And the last dance of the day holds a big surprise. GO...

Apr 22 - How Many Gobblers?

As day broke gobbles sounded in the trees down the ridge from me and all along the river. GO... 

Apr 24 & 25 - To the hunts. GO..

Apr 27 - Fat Belly -- Long Beard

A big fan caught my attention 100 yards in front of the blind across the cactus patch. I yelped and he brought it on. GO...
Apr 27 - Afternoon

A hen, walking at a steady pace, walked a half circle and passed me at 42 yards (on the Nikon rangefinder). A BIG Longbeard was in tow. GO...

Apr 28 - Off To A Fast Start

Four hens stopped in front of me and the longbeard crossed the road to them. GO... 
Apr 28 - Afternoon & Last Day

More monster gobbler pictures and action. GO.



I Didn't Forget...

About the 2nd surprise I promised you. Here is a computer wallpaper pic taken at Bar None Ranch. Sizes: 1024x768 and 800x600

Florida Osceola Bowhunt 2006
HOME PAGE of the Florida Osceola Hunts

Opening Day Eve

David Mill sent everybody out to look and listen for roosting gobblers. I think he sent me to a pretty good spot. Check out the Pics...

Florida - Billy Yargus Talks To 'Em

Woodhaven Sting Team member Billy Yargus with his first Osceola gobbler.

David Mills and I were in my ground blind long before daylight and the hens and gobblers started talking. It was very foggy and none flew down until after 8:00. They talked to us some, but didn't come in sight.
But Billy Yargus was calling in a gobbler. GO

Opening Day Double

Kindell Keeton and Brett Berry
When Brett called 5 jakes came in. But it wasn't gonna be a jake hunt for these Woodhaven Sting Team members. Go... 

Moxey Bags & Tags #4
Before daylight Doug Crabtree led the way for Mike "Moxey" Spivey into a cypress head, grunting and walking on all fours to disguise themselves as hogs so the nearby roosting turkeys would not detect them. GO...

Grand Slam For A Bowhunter

Eyad Yehyawi needed an Osceola to get his Grand Slam with the bow. The hunt began Saturday morning. Eyad's Bowhunt...

A Woodhaven Triple Header

Ryan Prince, Mike Pentecost and Sam Huff bring a gobbler in from the afternoon's hunt. GO...

And I Was Hunting Too
Keeping up with the Woodhaven Sting Team's successful hunts got me behind on reporting on my own hunt. Here's What Happened...

Day 3 - Bad Luck ... Good Luck 

An accident in the morning. But the afternoon was a whole different story. GO...

Day 3 - Continued - The Real Deal
Behind the hen her was the real deal, a fat bellied longbeard. I called and he blew up into full strut. To The Pics & Hunt...

Day 3 - Doug Crabtree
Doug set up 150 yards from the timber where the gobblers were roosted and gobbling. His plan was to wait till the gobblers flew down and then start calling them. But that plan was quickly changed. To Doug's Hunt...

Day 4 - Right Out Of The Box

Once I could see around me in the growing light I yelped and purred on the Woodhaven aluminum slate, dropping a hint on what direction they should go when they flew down. GO...

Day 4 - The Shark Tooth Gobbler

Yesterday, when I returned from hunting, David Mills 6 year old daughter Faith gave me a good luck present, a shark tooth. It worked! GO...

Day 5 - Is That What It Looks LIke?

Gobbles sounded as dawn approached. I called, hoping for a repeat of yesterday morning's meeting with the slunger. I got it, sort of. GO...

Woodhaven Team Hunt

The Woodhaven Team was hunting turkeys at the same time. Meet Mike Pentacost, his team and experience their hunts. They got real. GO...

Day 6 - More Gobbler Action
Gobbles! A good ways off. I called pretty loud. The call was very raspy and gobblers sounded off as well as some hens. GO...

Day 6 - Last Dance

A hen popped out of the woods and passed 15 yards from me. The gobbles behind her were getting closer. GO...

Sometimes Grim Is A Good Thing!

Jay Liechty of Grim Reaper Broadheads and I go to Billy Don's to bowhunt wild hogs and things are off to a big start. Day 1 | Day 2 | The Last 2 Days

February - The 30th NWTF Convention & Sport Show Opens
HOME PAGE for 2006 NWTF Coverage

Fred Lutger and Robert Hoague at the entrance to the NWTF Sport Show
We covered the 2006 NWTF Sport Show events: the Callling Competitions, outstanding taxidermy displays, interviews with key people, Turkey Call Making competition, kids & teen events, and plenty more. Plus pictures, pictures & pictures.

Dave Constintene and NWTF Team callers  GO...

Fred Lutger Interviews Woodhaven Custom Calls Mike Pentecost  GO...

Four photo galleries of exhibitors and people at the show.  GO...

Wade Nolan's Writing Camp And Whitetail Bowhunt at Bar None!
Home Page: Writers Camp & Hunt at Bar None Ranch

Wade Nolan invited me to his Writers Camp and bowhunt at Bar-None Ranch. Outdoor writers Joe Byers, Bow Humphrey, Lisa Price, Rick Combs and I  were the guest of Bear Archery, ASAT Camo, MTD Scents, Grim Reaper Broadheads and Gold Tip  Arrows.

As you can see from the above pics the hunting was fantastic ... and the pictures were the big buck kind. GO...

Gobblers On Jan 27

This morning I walked around, looking for something to take pictures of. I found it. GO...

Archery Trade Show 2006
Home Page for the ATA Show Coverage

Special Report - I.D.I. Gear
Timm Getts stopped me on the floor of the ATA show. He had seen something that "will revolutionize hunting clothing." And it will. GO...

Part 3 - New Products
Here's what's new at North Starr Treestands, Grim Reaper Broadheads, Trophy Taker, Sportsmen's Edge, NAP, LimbSaver, Kwikee Kwiver, Whiitewater Outerwear, A-Way Products, RAM Products, Trophy Ridge, and Drury Outdoors. GO...

New Product Reports - Part 2
Today we review BowTech, TrailTimer, Evolved Habitats, Diamond Archery, Magnus broadheads, and the Venom Peep Sight System. GO...

New Product Reports - Part 1
We begin by checking out the new Air-Rest, X SCENT, Trophy Leaf, Bright Solids, H2O Bowfishing arrows and GRAPPLE fish points, ThermaCELL and Artic Shield's RE-tain. GO...

Part #3 - New Product Pics for 2006

Here are the pics of the rest of the items on display in the new products area. Pics #3...

More New Product Pics

Here are more pics of new products. Pics #2...

NEW PROCUCTS for 2006
Our first stop was the New Products Section where new items for 2006 are displayed. Part #1

2005 Deerhunt
Home Page For All 2005 Deerhunts

December Bowhunts

Surprises! December was all about 'em. I was definitely in the right areas for late season buck and wild turkey action. And I learned some new tricks with scent. Lots of pics, too. Dec...

Bowhunting The Rut In Illinois
Illinois Trophy Bowhunt Home Page

From November 11-17 Bill Goodwin, Fred Lutger and myself bowhunted with Roib & McNeff in the Illinois Golden Triangle. GO...

BACK HOME (November)

Wild turkeys and deer! Here are the pics and hunt logs for November 2005. November...

October 2005 Bowhunts
Bowhunt At Double G Outfitting
TO THIS HUNT'S HOME PAGE
I met our Taxidermy columnists Larry Reese as well as Mike Glanden and New Zealanders John & Whatt McBride at the Double G Outfitting and our host Garrett George gave us all a 4 day hunt to hang on the wall. Double G Hunt...

There were a lot of deer seen and I got plenty of some super deer and buck pics. GO...

2nd Annual Bowhunting.net Bowhunt With Bill Don
Once again our Bowhunting.net hunt was a fun time and a big success. Day by day logs of bowhunters Diamond Dave, George & DaveTage, Chef Klaus, Rick Philippi, John Askew, Jim Bob Baker, Jeff Gossett, Colby Ward, Tyge Floyd,  Donald Duck and more join the hunt. GO...

Double Kicker Hunt (October)

Hunt logs and lots of pictures during October's hunt hunt for the Double Kicker buck I located by scouting my area. Double Kicker Hunt...
PLUS, October Hunt Logs & Pics - The rest of the October bowhunts. GO...

2005 Canadian Bear Hunt
TO BEAR HUNT HOME PAGE

Setting Up For The Hunt

Before the first group of bear hunters arrived there was lots of work to do. Set-Up #1 and #2 and #3

A Skunk Bear At Double Matrix
Taking A Bear On The Ground...

Fred had a plan, using two Double Bull Matrix blinds so we could video our hunts. It was kinda off the wall. Just the way we like it. GO/...

Bear Hunters - Group #1
Group #1 Hunt Home Page

They are guys who know all about working hard, playing hard and hunting hard.

Bear Hunters - Group #2
To Group 2 Hunt
More bear hunting logs and lots of pictures as Group 2 takes to the big woods.

TrailTimer Bear Pictures

Before and during the hunt we monitored stand sites and bear movement with TrailTimer EZY-Cams and I put several galleries online during the hunt. GO...

Equipment Field Testing
Part of our job on the bear hunt was to test products. | Tests #1 | Tests #2 | Tests #3

This year we had equipment that helped make some of the hunt's set up tasks easier. And we had some cool new bow gear too. GO...

Double Kicker Buck Gives Us Pics
Double Kicker 8-Point on August 9 - Keeping the other bucks in line

PART- Here are the rest of the DK Pics.

August 9: The Double Kicker 8-point noticed a buck's antlers above the tall grass. DK went to the buck and postured to put him in his place. Two more bucks came up and DK faced off on them. They bumped antlers, in spite of the velvet. And my camera got it all. GO...

Wild Hog Pajama Party

August 1 - Daybreak ... I checked my web cam. A wild boar was eating my deer pellets. I didn't waste a second, I slipped on my boots, sprayed myself with Scent Killer and went outside in my pajamas. To The Hunt...

2005 Grand Slam 6-Pack

Bowhunting.net is going for a six pack! That's 6 Grand Slams for 3 Wild Turkey Bowhunters (2 each of every species) ... in one Spring season ... with the bow and arrow. Online!
Home Page Of Grand Slam 6-Pack
To Hunt In: Florida Hunt #1 Florida Hunt #2 |
Texas Hunt #1 | Nebraska 6-pac | Illinois Hunt | Texas Hunt #2 | Rocky Creek Ranch Hunt |
 

May 2006 News
You heard it here first!
  • Tennessee Wild Turkey Hunt: daily pictures and events from the hunt.
  • Grand Slam Bowhunt: hunt logs & pics.
  • New Products: archery & bowhunting gear.
  • Field Evaluations: Field tests of new archery gear by out field testing team.
  • May 2006 News & Articles
  • Simple Fixes to Large Problems, by Fletch's Corner - Dave Coldwell (Fletch) points out three easy fixes to some potentially large problems in this months Grim Reaper Column.

    MDR 24/7 Scents – The New Technology
    Scent technolgy is evolving with new concepts. MDR, maker of 24/7 is the leader of the scent revolution that every bowhunter can benefit from.

    Dave Spellman fulfills one of his dreams
    Stick & String Cougar Hunt, by Dave Spellman - As a young teen Dave dreamed of hunting adventures. When he met Matt Burrows one of those dreams came true.
    I Remember Papa Bear - Ch 9 Pt 3, by Dick Lattimer - The Challenger Crew remembered in a resolution by the AAC. Dick feels the presence of astronaut El Onizuka.

    Whitetail's Unlimited With Bowhunting.net - News about this national, non-profit conservation organization working to preserve an American tradition. 75,000 members.
    Alex Rutledge's Tips for Guides, by Fred Lutger - Tips about turkey hunting and pointers for turkey hunting guide / hunter relations. 

    ATSKO Joins Bowhunting.net
    The maker of Sno-Seal™ Water Proofing, Laundry Care, Outdoor Gear and Odor Control products and UV Killer.
    When Weather Turns Bad (Wolverine Tip Of The Month) - Rain is a often part of a hunt. Here are tips that will guarantee your feet will stay dry and avoid blisters and irritations.
    Balcom Bow Sling Now Available
    The Balcom Bow Sling for Mathews Switchback is now available at Firetacks.com.

    TrophyScore Joins Bowhunting.net
    TrophyScore is the amazing software that lets you score your trophy BEFORE you shoot. A must for every hunter and wildlife professional.
    The Frontal Shot (BowTech Bowhunting Tips) - What if the animal is facing you? Should you wait? Take the shot? Scott Haugen has some insight.

    Bowfishing Fun In The Sun!
    BowFishing 101- Let's Get Started
    Curious? Seen it done but haven't yourself? Josh Morrissey tells you how to have bowfishing fun.

    Shoot Better With Stronger Shoulders.
    Strengthening Your Shoulders For Bowhunting, by HUNT DOCTORS - Weakness, injury, a desire to pull a heavier bow, or hold on target longer for greater accuracy. It begins with the shoulders. The Hunt Doctors show you how to build your shoulder strength safely.
    International Bowhunters Education, by Art Champoux - Art gives his heart, soul and everything in between to archery. And he feels that way about the Bowhunter Education. 

    Brown Bear Guide Luke Congratulates Roy
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Wrap Up, by Roy Keefer - The hunt is memory. Exciting, rewarding, at times dangerous. Back home Roy reflects on some great people and the equipment that helped make it happen.
    NEW: Buckmasters G2SQ Bow
    Fred Bear Outdoors new, lightweight G2SQ sets new standards in smooth, stable performance at a fair price.
    NEW:QuickTune SmartRest from NAP
    No one does it better than NAP. From broadheads to their new Quick Tune SmartRest the Drop Away for a 'clean' arrow release.

    Good stalk, Roy. Congratulations!
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Contd, Roy Keefer - After the charge, Roy revisited the whale carcass and spotted a large boar. He made a careful stalk and got into position for the right shot. It all came down to one arrow!
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Day 8, by Roy Keefer - Roy stalks right into the bears kill, a baby seal. Things get tense when the brown bear sees Roy ... and charges!
    Diamond 'Victory' Wins the Day
    It may indeed be the jewel of the industry. The new Victory sure offers everything the archer needs and wants.
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Day 6&7, by Roy Keefer - Communication lines are back. The bears are moving and Roy spots two possible shooters at the end of a peninsula.

    Lisa, is that a rattlesnake?
    Chasing Rio's With The Bad Boys. by Lisa Price - Welcome our newest Columnist, outdoor writer Lisa Price and her first article detailing her hunt for the elusive Rio Grande Gobbler.

    Fred Bear with his own rocket ship.
    I Remember Papa Bear - Ch 9 Pt 2, by Dick Lattimer- The Bear Razorhead earned it's wings and took a trip into space. Losing the crew of the Challenger took the heart out of America and Dick writes a book to remember them all.
    Renzo's Decoys - Users Do the Talking
    The best way to determine if a product is worth your money is to talk to people who have used them. Here is what some say about Renzo's.
    Evaluation: Sue Burch Looks at the Venom Peep Sight - Women Hunter's Sue Burch looks at this new peep sight system it from a female perspective.
    The Honey Hole, by Chris Bailey 
    Finding a Honey Hole for turkey meant a three bird hit for Chris, Dad and Chris' son.
    Escalade® Sports Buys Carolina Archery Escalade® Sports, owner of Fred Bear Archery & Jennings Archery recently acquired Carolina Archery Products.
    Practical Bow Tuning, by Timberline Archery's  Jim Sherman - Paper tuning? Pins directly over your arrow? While that may work for some, it won't for everyone! Here's why...
    Resisting the Temptation to Sue, by Karen Cranford - Today, regardless of what happens, or who is at fault, somebody is going to pay. The lawyers see to it. Here is another view.
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Day 4 & 5, by Roy Keefer - The only thing predictable about hunting Alaska is the weather is unpredictable. Shelby spots a Brownie close to camp.
    P&Y Adopts Kicking Bear Program
    Ray Howell's Kicking Bear Program helps our nations youth and introduces them to archery. Pope & Young Club now adds their support.

    Fred Bear and Astronaut Joe Engle
    I Remember Papa Bear - Ch 9 Pt 1, by Dick Lattimer - Next step for Fred Bear, astronaughts, the space program and a Bear Razorhead goes to the moon. 
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Day 3, by Roy Keefer - The whale carcass is smelly but no bear. Then around a peninsula and Shelby spots a sow with 2 cubs. Then farther up, a big boar. Things are looking up.

    Roy Keefer Reports in from Alaska on Day 2
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Day 2, by Roy Keefer -  A beached whale provides some bear enticing aroma while blacktail deer and sea otters provide some viewing excitement.
    ATA, MN Elevate Archery - The Archery Trade Association (ATA) and MN DNR have joined forces to increase awareness and participation in archery.
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Day 1,  by Roy Keefer -  And the hunt begins as Roy and wife Shelby arrive at Afognak Wilderness Lodge in readiness for Brown Bear.
    Dangers To Sportsmen - Leptospirosis, by Larry Reese - Come read about Leptospirosis, Of all the nasty little "bugs" this critter has to be one of the worst.
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Part 5, by Roy Keefer - Fletching up his arrows Roy puts the final touches on getting ready for his Alaskan Adventure.
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Part 4, by Roy Keefer - One thing about hunting dangerous game, you don't want to miss. 
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Part 3, by Roy Keefer - Equipment and clothing are important parts of every hunt. But Bowhunting Alaska for Brown Bear puts a extra emphasis on performance and durability.
    CAMTRAKKER 'RANGER' INTERNET SALE!
    Looking for a GONZO deal on a quality made CamTrakker Ranger?  This is it. You won't ever see this price again so get your order in now while they last!
    Hunt For Alaskan Brown Bear - Part 2, by Roy Keefer - The Outfitter was  chosen months ago. When confirmed Roy began the physical preparation for this grueling hunt.
    Bowhunt For Alaskan Brown Bear, Part 1 by Roy Keefer - Most bowhunters have dreamt of going after the Alaskan Brown Bear. Roy Keefer is doing it online. It all starts today.
    Whitetail Fanatic May Newsletter
    Whitetail Fanatic knows whitetails. Read their May Newsletter and you'll know more too.
    Jim Fletcher Archery Unveils New Site
    Bowhunter's the world over rely on the crisp release of a Fletcher Release and they have just released their new web site of great products.
    New GRIM REAPER Monthly Column
    Life long bowhunter Dave Coldwell (nicknamed 'Fletch') will anchor the new monthly column from Grim Reaper Broadheads.
    New Traditional Bows From Fred Bear
    Fred Bear was a master bowyer, archer and bowhunter. He loved the feel of traditional bows and these three are part of his legacy.
    TailorMaid Bowstrings & Cables Better Than Ever! - Two of the most important parts of any compound bow are strings & cables. Their premier maker has just made them better. 
    The Mental Aspects of Archery, Part 2, by Frank Addington- Consistent performance under all conditions is 90% mental,  emotional focus and control -- not just shooting skill.

    Bowhunting Trophy Whitetails Chapter 1, by Bobby Worthington -  'An Advanced Approach To Taking Mature Bucks'. One of a very few Master Whitetail bowhunters shares his vast experience and expertise with us.

    SPORTSMEN'S EDGE Comes On Board
    High Potency Multivitamin Specially formulated by physicians to increase Sportsmen's Performance - Field tested by elite pros.

    The best there's ever been.

    BEAR Archery Joins Bowhunting Net Family - The message from Fred Bear® is simple and direct -- today's best value to performance ratio in archery and bowhunting.
    masters of vibration control.

    Spot Hogg Comes Aboard 
    Rugged, well designed, top quality bowsights & products for bowhunters and archers. Information packed newsletters and a Forum where you can discuss all aspects of archery. Spot Hogg will keep you coming back.
    IDI Gear
    Innovative Design Joins Bowhunting.net
    Lightest, thinnest, warmest hunting apparel available. Incredible clothing is also waterproof, quiet, and kills your scent with patented Scent Barrier™. (See our coverage of IDI Gear)

    Mountain Creek Outfitters - Trophy Bear & Whitetails - Want to hunt large black and color phase bear? How about some monster whitetails? Mountain Creek can do.
    NEWS: Wade Nolan's Whitetail University
    Wade has played a tremendous part in educating hunters, writers and videographers. His Seminars and Workshops are second to none.
    24 Seven Deer Scent
    MDR Represents The Next Generation Of Scent Products For Serious Hunters
    24Seven Scent Enhancement Granuels deliver scent continuously for 4-7 days. Keep your scrape working. 

    AMS Bowfishing Joins Bowhunting.net
    Bowfishing is more popular than ever and the leader in bowfishing info and equipment is AMS Bowfishing. Jump on board, the excitement is just beginning.

    DuraCoat Joins Bowhunting.net Team
    Put a tough Dura Coat Finish on all your Firearms and bows to end all rust and corrosion with this easy to use 'Do-it-yourself' formula.
    Diamond
    Diamond Archery Joins Bowhunting.Net
    Diamond by BowTech, the highest performing, most dependable equipment made. You'll never need to ask 'Is my archery equipment ready'?
    BowKaddy
    BowKaddy Joins Bowhunting.net
    Alaris Concepts introduces BowKaddy the bow rack that fits all bows, pickups & sport ATV's  for more convenient travel and in-the-field use.

    The ASAT Camo Story, by Jim Barnhart
    ASAT CAMOUFLAGE remarkable All Season-All Terrain Camo. Guaranteed or your money back! No bull, No Gimmicks, just great camo!
    Flex-Fletch Joins Bowhunting.net
    Flex-Fletch vanes have been the ultimate arrow guidance for 35 years and remain so to this day. There is no equal, see for yourself.
    Pan Hunting Offers Bowhunting Experience! - Pan Hunting  is a FREE Hunting Service that offers the very best worldwide bowhunting destinations possible to provide you with a true adventure of a lifetime!
    HUNT RECORDER & Notes Book 
    An easy to use, innovative tool to help deer
    hunters hunters be more successful.

    DirtSkirt by HuntSaver Outdoors
    DirtSkirt fits all treestands to stop mud and debris from falling off your boots and spooking the trophy you're hunting. A must have item.

    NEWS: Nature Hits Your Cell Phone - Hunttones - You are a hunter. Tired of Beethoven or rap beats as a ring tone for your cell? Want a coyote, cougar or elk? Check these out. 

    MOTHWING CAMO Joins Bowhunting.Net
    Introducing the Original TREE-D™ Camo using the latest computer technology with the mimicry and cryptic coloration of moths.
    Expansion At Bowhunting.Net's Online Store - Timm Getts brings expansion, new management, more lines, hundreds more products and better prices to BowhuntingStore.com at Bowhunting.net.

    Make Scents Really Work For You This Season With Edgefield Outdoors Products
    Use Wickster and ScentLeaf Scent Dispensers and High Performance Synthetic hunting scents.
    Loc-On Treestands Joins Bowhunting.Net - For the best in light-weight, fixed position treestands. Also replacement cordura cloth seats, vinyl super seats, straps, chains & more.

    Wolverine Steps Into New Terrain And Joins Bowhunting.net - From hunting in wet, freezing conditions to summer hiking, Wolverine has boots and shoes perfect for every outdoor adventure. Comfortable and durable footwear that keeps you going all day long.
    NEWS: NASP Joins Bowhunting.net
    The National Archery in the Schools Program is introducing archery to schools nation wide.

    Welcome Sting & String Outfitters
    Bowhunting only hunting Consultant. High quality hunts in the western U.S., Canada and Africa. Plus bowhunting videos including "Africa with Stick & String", the most informative video ever produced on bowhunting in Africa. 

    IMB Outfitters Joins Bowhunting.net
    Illinois, Iowa, Missouri Monster Bucks hunts 20.000 acres in the trophy buck country of Pike County, Illinois, South Southeastern Iowa, and Northern Missouri.

    TaylorMaid Bowstrings Joins Bowhunting.net - Perfection in bow strings and cables. Bowstrings that are tough, precisely made with superior materials & tight servings. Accept nothing but the best, Taylor Maid.
    Triple R Outdoors Joins Bowhunting.net
    Introducing the BOOT BUDDY™. it dispenses scent as you walk and leaves a "HOT" scent trail right to your stand! A must have product for deerhunters.

    Carbon Express Joins Bowhunting.net
    One of the leading carbon arrows for hunting and target as well as arrow components. For a tough, straight, target punching arrow, look here. 

    Eastman Outfitters Joins Bowhunting.net
    Award Winning Eastman Outfitters™ is a leading manufacturer of quality hunting blinds, broadheads and hunting accessories available throughout North America at leading retailers and hunting specialty stores.

    NBEF Joins Bowhunting.net
    NBEF now on bowhunting.net: The Official International Bowhunter Education Program website.

    Join Our Deerhunt In 2006 ...
    Join Our 2006 Bowhunting.net Online Deerhunt - Wanna hunt with us on the 2nd Annual Bowhunting.net Online deerhunt with Billy Don this October? You're invited.

    Archery Innovations - Introducing the Bow Anchor Sight. If you are looking for a way to shoot  better, don’t miss this new archery innovation.
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