Monday, May 11, 2026  |  Oregon's Outdoor Journal
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Hunting

15 articles

Scouting for Mule Deer in Eastern Oregon: Reading the Landscape

Scouting for Mule Deer in Eastern Oregon: Reading the Landscape

Eastern Oregon's mule deer country rewards hunters who glass hard, read the terrain, and put in scouting time before the season opens. From locating summer bucks to reading sign and planning a stalk, here's how to hunt big mule deer on the sage flats and rimrock of the high desert.

By HFR Staff  · April 5, 2026
Public Land Elk Hunting Tactics for Oregon's Best Units

Public Land Elk Hunting Tactics for Oregon's Best Units

Public land elk hunting in Oregon demands preparation, physical fitness, and tactical thinking. Learn how to select the right unit, read the terrain, and apply proven tactics from the early archery season through the November rifle hunt to put a bull on the ground.

By HFR Staff  · March 22, 2026
Predator Hunting with Electronic Callers: The Complete Playbook

Predator Hunting with Electronic Callers: The Complete Playbook

Electronic callers give predator hunters a massive advantage — but only if you know how to use them. From sound selection to stand placement, this guide covers everything you need to run an e-caller effectively for coyotes and other predators in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.

By HFR Staff  · March 10, 2026
DIY Game Processing at Home: From Field to Freezer

DIY Game Processing at Home: From Field to Freezer

Processing your own game is one of the most rewarding skills an outdoorsman can develop. Once you do it yourself, you'll never want to go back to the commercial butcher. Here's a practical guide to setting up a home processing operation and breaking down your harvest from field to freezer.

By HFR Staff  · February 28, 2026
Best Time to Hunt Deer in Oregon: A Season-by-Season Breakdown

Best Time to Hunt Deer in Oregon: A Season-by-Season Breakdown

Timing is everything when it comes to deer hunting in Oregon. From the early archery opener to the November rut, knowing when and where deer move can be the difference between a filled tag and an empty freezer. Here's a season-by-season breakdown from someone who's hunted this state for years.

By HFR Staff  · February 14, 2026
SpyPoint Trail Cameras: A Hunter's Trustworthy Companion and a Smart Investment

SpyPoint Trail Cameras: A Hunter's Trustworthy Companion and a Smart Investment

Four years with SpyPoint trail cameras — an honest review of their reliability, free service tier, and real-world performance for elk and deer scouting in Oregon.

By HFR Staff  · April 1, 2025
Gear Up for Success: Your Ultimate Guide to Coyote Hunting Gear

Gear Up for Success: Your Ultimate Guide to Coyote Hunting Gear

A complete gear guide for coyote hunters — rifles, calibers, electronic callers, decoys, camouflage, optics, and essential accessories for predator hunting success.

By HFR Staff  · March 15, 2025
Expert Tips for Locating Coyotes in the Wild

Expert Tips for Locating Coyotes in the Wild

How to find and locate coyotes in the wild — tracking signs, scouting strategies, call and decoy placement, and dawn/dusk hunting tactics for predator hunters.

By HFR Staff  · March 10, 2025
High Desert Howls: A Coyote Hunt with the Boys

High Desert Howls: A Coyote Hunt with the Boys

A high desert coyote hunt with the crew — FOXPRO caller, cold beers, and three dogs on the ground. A field report from Oregon's sage country.

By HFR Staff  · March 5, 2025
Effective Coyote Baiting Techniques for Hunters

Effective Coyote Baiting Techniques for Hunters

What baits work best for coyotes, how to set them up effectively, night baiting considerations, and ethical guidelines for responsible predator hunting.

By HFR Staff  · March 1, 2025
Conquer the Cunning: A Deep Dive into Coyote Hunting

Conquer the Cunning: A Deep Dive into Coyote Hunting

A complete guide to coyote hunting — understanding behavior, gear selection, calling tactics, spot-and-stalk methods, and ethical considerations for predator hunters.

By HFR Staff  · February 20, 2025
Do Coyotes Hunt in Packs? Understanding Coyote Hunting Behavior

Do Coyotes Hunt in Packs? Understanding Coyote Hunting Behavior

Do coyotes hunt in packs or solo? The answer depends on prey size, terrain, and social structure. Understanding coyote hunting behavior makes you a better predator hunter.

By HFR Staff  · February 15, 2025