Broadhead Tuning Your Compound Bow Before Oregon's August Archery Opener
Field point accuracy means nothing if your broadheads don't match it. Here's the complete July broadhead tuning process — paper tuning, walk-back testing, and field point alignment — before Oregon archery seasons open.
July Archery Fitness and Practice Plan: Get Your Body and Shot Ready Before the Oregon Opener
With Oregon's archery deer and elk openers just weeks out, July is your last real window to build the fitness and shooting habits that hold under pressure. Here's a practical month-long plan.
Bow Press Basics: DIY Compound Bow Maintenance and String Work for Pacific Northwest Bowhunters
A portable bow press removes your dependence on a pro shop for routine compound bow maintenance. Here is what every Oregon bowhunter should know about string care, cam timing, peep rotation, and draw length adjustments before the August opener.
Summer 3D Archery: How to Use the Pacific Northwest Circuit to Prepare for Hunting Season
The Pacific Northwest 3D archery circuit runs all summer, and it’s the most underused training tool in a bowhunter’s arsenal. Here’s how to treat the circuit like a hunting simulator instead of just a weekend hobby.
Hang-On Treestands for Pacific Northwest Bowhunters: Selection, Hang Height, and Safety That Keeps You Hunting
Tree saddles get all the press right now, but hang-on stands remain the most practical elevated platform for most Pacific Northwest bowhunters. Here's how to select the right stand, hang it correctly in Douglas fir and alder country, and stay safe doing it.
Drop-Away vs. Whisker Biscuit Arrow Rests: Which Is Right for Your Hunting Bow?
The drop-away vs. whisker biscuit debate has been running for decades. This breakdown covers accuracy, reliability, field performance, setup difficulty, and how to choose the right arrow rest for your bowhunting situation.
Bowhunting from a Ground Blind: Setup, Scent Control, and Shot Execution for Oregon Deer and Elk
Ground blinds have changed the bowhunting game for hunters who cannot — or choose not to — climb trees. But success from the ground requires specific tactics. Here's how to do it right for Oregon deer and elk.
DIY Arrow Fletching and Repair for Bowhunters: Keep Your Arrows Flying True Through the Season
Damaged fletching doesn't have to mean a wasted arrow. Learn how to refletch and repair your own arrows with the right tools, adhesives, and technique — before the season opener or in hunting camp.
Bugling In: A Complete Guide to Calling Bull Elk During Oregon's Archery Rut
Calling a bull elk into bow range is one of the most thrilling experiences in North American hunting. Here's a complete breakdown of bugling, cow calling, and reading elk behavior during Oregon's archery rut.
Tree Saddle Hunting for Bowhunters: A Lightweight Alternative to Traditional Treestands
Tree saddles are revolutionizing how bowhunters access the vertical world. Lightweight, versatile, and deadly quiet — here's everything you need to get started with saddle hunting before the season opens.
Hunting Bow Stabilizers: How to Balance Your Setup for Better Accuracy in the Field
Most bowhunters run a stabilizer because their bow came with one. Here’s how to actually set one up for your hunting style, understand the physics, and stop leaving accuracy on the table.
Bowfishing in Oregon: Getting Started with Carp, Rough Fish, and Summer Rivers
Bowfishing is one of the most action-packed ways to spend a summer evening. Oregon's rivers and lakes hold plenty of legal rough fish targets. Here's everything you need to start.