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Guides and Resources

Straight answers to the questions people ask before they buy, schedule or sign.

GuideHow to care for a trophy in the field for the taxidermistMost ruined mounts are ruined in the first day. This guide covers the common principles of protecting a head and cape from the kill site to the taxidermist's door.Read more GuideShoulder mount vs European mount: which fits your trophy?Both styles honor an animal, but they ask different things of you. This guide compares what each mount is, how it is made and what to weigh before you decide.Read more GuideHow long does taxidermy take, and why does it take so long?Hunters are often surprised by the wait for a finished mount. This guide explains what happens during that time and what you can do to avoid delays.Read more GuideWhat to expect on a guided hunt with an outfitterA guided hunt can be a luxury lodge or a rugged tent camp. This guide explains the common pattern of a trip, what is often included and what you are still responsible for.Read more GuideHow to choose a hunting outfitter without getting burnedBooking a hunt is a large commitment of money and time. This guide gives you a practical vetting process, from licensing checks to the questions that expose a weak operation.Read more GuideCoyote calling basics: stands, sounds and shot disciplineCalling coyotes is about making a smart animal believe an easy meal or a rival is nearby. This guide covers the fundamentals of choosing a stand, running a sequence and staying safe.Read more GuideElk calling basics: cow calls, bugles and when to stay quietElk are vocal animals, and calling is one of the great draws of elk hunting. This guide covers what the main calls mean, how to learn them and how to avoid common mistakes.Read more GuideBackcountry elk hunt packing list, built by categoryThis is a framework, not a one-size list. Your terrain, season, weapon and the rules of your state change what you carry. Use it to organize your thinking and check for gaps.Read more GuideCWD and transporting game across state lines: what to checkChronic wasting disease rules and federal wildlife law can change what you are allowed to bring home from a hunt. This guide gives you the framework, and your state agency has the final word.Read more GuideGlassing and optics basics: how to find more gameGlassing is the patient art of finding animals by looking, not walking. This guide covers the optics you need, how to steady them and how to scan terrain in a way that works.Read more

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