WRANGLING DEER BY YOURSELF

BIG DEER DOWN? HERE ARE 5 TIPS FOR GETTING YOUR WHITETAIL OUT OF THE WOODS WITHOUT THROWING OUT YOUR BACK.

One of the great joys of deer hunting is the camaraderie of the sport. Whether we fill our tags or not, we look back fondly at first hunts with youngsters, last hunts with seasoned veterans and the shenanigans and laughs around the card table at deer camp. But for many, deer hunting is a solo sport. Whether by choice or necessity, a lot of folks hunt alone, going one-on-one against the legendary senses of the white-tailed deer.

Hunting alone has its merits. There’s less chance of spooking deer because less scent, sound and movement are produced. Plus, hunting with a partner is