Crossbow Hunting in Oregon: Regulations, Equipment, and Tactics
Oregon expanded crossbow hunting access significantly in recent years. Here's what you need to know about when and where you can hunt with a crossbow, what equipment makes sense, and how to adapt your deer and elk tactics.
Compound Bow Release Aids for Bowhunters: Index Trigger, Hinge, and Thumb Button Explained
Choosing the right release aid is one of the most impactful decisions a compound bowhunter can make. Here's a practical breakdown of the three main types — index trigger, hinge, and thumb button — and which one fits your hunting style.
Traditional Archery Hunting: Getting Started with Recurve and Longbow in Oregon
More Oregon hunters are picking up a recurve or longbow every year. Here's what you need to know about gear, form, practice, and hunting ethically with traditional archery equipment.
Spot-and-Stalk Archery Mule Deer in Oregon: DIY Tactics for the High Desert
Chasing mule deer with a bow across Oregon's open sagebrush and rimrock country is one of the hardest hunts you can attempt. These proven spot-and-stalk tactics will help you close the distance.
Arrow Selection for Elk Hunting: Spine, Weight, FOC, and Why It All Matters at 40 Yards
Choosing the right arrow for elk hunting goes far beyond just picking a spine rating off the chart. This guide breaks down spine selection, arrow weight, FOC balance, and how it all comes together for a lethal setup in the field.
Archery Form Fundamentals: Building a Repeatable Shot Cycle for the Field
Punching the trigger and hoping for the best will not cut it when a bull is at 40 yards. Here is how to build a shot cycle that holds up under pressure.
Fixed Blade vs. Mechanical Broadheads: Which is Right for Your Hunt?
The fixed blade vs. mechanical broadhead debate has real stakes for hunting success. Each type offers genuine advantages depending on the game, weather conditions, and your bow setup. This guide breaks down when to use each, what the trade-offs actually are, and how to make the right choice for your hunt.
Tuning Your Compound Bow for Hunting Season: A Step-by-Step Guide
A properly tuned compound bow is the foundation of consistent, ethical archery hunting. From arrow spine selection to paper tuning, walk-back tuning, and broadhead confirmation, this step-by-step guide covers the complete process for getting your bow ready before hunting season opens.
Lessons from an Unsuccessful Archery Elk Hunt in Oregon's Ochoco Unit
Eight days chasing elk in Oregon's rugged Ochoco Unit with a bow. No tags punched, but lessons worth more than venison. A field report and honest reflection.