How Far Away Can a Buck Smell Doe Urine?

Buck Licking a Branch

I have to admit that I have always been fascinated by the incredible sensory abilities of deer, particularly when it comes to their sense of smell. I suspect that many hunters really underestimate the power of a deer’s olfactory platform. Through my day job, I have many conversations about deer scents and attractants. One commonly … Read more

Can Deer See Hunter Orange? Unveiling the Mystery

Father and Son Deer Hunters Wearing Orange Vests

While working in the hunting industry, I have heard many arguments for and against wearing hunter orange while out in the field. Some deer hunters swear by it, while others are convinced it makes them more visible to whitetails. The most common questions about this topic are tied to this concept: Can deer see hunter … Read more

About Me

I was born and raised in rural North Carolina and lucky enough to have been born into a family that loved the outdoors. My dad liked to small game hunt but always said he didn’t have the patience to hunt deer and turkey. I started tagging along with him into the woods when I was … Read more