For bow hunters, the only shot that really matters is the very first one. When you get right down to it, bow hunting accuracy isn’t really about shooting groups; it is about shooting one arrow, the first arrow, perfectly. However, not many of us actually practice with that in mind. Typically, we’ll go out and [...] Read more »
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Coues’ Deer Ghosts in the desert
MondayMar 1,2010
by Rob Romero
Coues’ deer are a subspecies of whitetail deer, a much smaller cousin that stands about 28-32 inches tall at the shoulder and measures about 56 inches from hear to tail. A field-dressed buck will rarely exceed 90 lbs., and if you hit 100 or better for score, you’ve found a whopper. Coues’ deer are only [...] Read more »
Hog Truths
MondayMar 1,2010
by Rob Romero
A crucial skill in bow hunting is learning the idiosyncrasies of each species. Here are some things I’ve learned about hogs: Hogs don’t get much credit for their eyesight because they tend to ignore things as they’re busy rooting up [...] Read more »
Picking your spot
SaturdayAug 1,2009
by Rob Romero
Use this method to double lung more game: Pick a spot on your game behind the shoulder, a third to halfway up its side, a little farther back if the deer, or other game is quartering away. I usually aim for the opposite shoulder. Focus on that spot through your peep and peak up. Pick [...] Read more »
Better stance for better shooting
SaturdayAug 1,2009
by Rob Romero
In my experience, most bow hunters and 3-D shooters alike, have never thought about how they stand when they shoot a bow. Because correct stance is essential for tip-top archery accuracy. You should stand with feet parallel to one another and about shoulder width apart. Distribute your weight equally on both feet, point your [...] Read more »
Recipe: Venison with Mushrooms
SaturdayAug 1,2009
by Rob Romero
Simple Venison and Mushrooms 2 to 3 small steaks per person, cut 1/2″ thick and trimmed of all fat 1/2 stick butter or margarina (4 tbsp) 2 cloves garlic, diced pepper and salt to taste 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced (optional) 1/2 cup fresh, sliced mushrooms per person 1/8 to 1/4 cup Red [...] Read more »
