Oh dear. Oh deer. Oh dear, oh deer. If you’ve gardened, or have friends who have, you probably know about deer overpopulation. Even if your haven’t had […]
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SAMUEL: Some external signs of deer problems
COMMENTARY BY DR. DAVE SAMUEL Periodically I get emails from readers who have seen a deer that just doesn’t look normal. They write because they want to […]
Defending the garden from the critters
A few years ago, a friend told me about a sign that made her think of me. It read something along the lines of, “planting a garden […]
Despite overpopulation, New Zealand imports venison to United States
With hunting season progressing, I’ve been thinking about the wildlife surrounding me. It’s a notable day when I don’t see deer nearby, or at least the evidence […]
OUTDOORS NOTEBOOK: Backstrap for Thanksgiving dinner
In my mind, it’s hard to choose what’s the best cut on a deer – the backstop or tenderloin. Either way, both are loins – backstrap is […]
SAMUEL: Another Kansas bowhunt
COMMENTARY BY DAVE SAMUEL I’ve often been asked, “Where is your favorite place to deer hunt?” My top five states are all in the Midwest, simply because […]
SAMUEL: There is no ‘October lull’
COMMENTARY BY DR. DAVE SAMUEL Here we are in mid-October, and bow season is off and running. Right about now is when we start to hear hunters […]
SAMUEL: Oak mast determines deer sightings
COMMENTARY Acorns are high in carbohydrates and fats and thus provide deer with energy. Some oaks produce acorns that are more palatable than others, but the bottom […]
COLUMN: When do deer take the bait?
COMMENTARY BY DR. DAVE SAMUEL It’s the time of the year when bowhunters are putting up tree stands or checking those from last year. It’s also the […]
OUTDOORS NOTEBOOK: 100 shots a day and the need for a rangefinder
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is a new, on-going series by Andrew Spellman concerning outdoors. Think of it as a column, but on a rolling basis. Every day we’re […]
