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Ask a CO: Moose hunting with non-residents

A reader asks about the legalities of an Ontario resident moose hunting with a friend from the US, and the paperwork involved.
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buck o'clock
Looking at the best times to hunt bucks
Here are some of Gord Ellis’ thoughts about buck movement through the fall — and the best times to focus on notching that tag.
rattling bucks
Rattling for bucks
Hunters overlook that buck-on-buck interaction doesn’t always begin with brawling. It starts early in the season with something subtler.
moose hunting
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Ask a CO: Moose hunting with non-residents

A reader asks about the legalities of an Ontario resident moose hunting with a friend from the US, and the paperwork involved.
Read More »
buck o'clock
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Looking at the best times to hunt bucks

Here are some of Gord Ellis' thoughts about buck movement through the fall — and the best times to focus on notching that tag.
Read More »
rattling bucks
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Rattling for bucks

Hunters overlook that buck-on-buck interaction doesn’t always begin with brawling. It starts early in the season with something subtler.
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Success is on the wind
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Success is on the wind

Wind is either a hunter’s best ally or worst foe. Knowing how to use it can make all the difference in stand placement.
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Big-Game Field Care
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Big-game field care

Everything you need to know to take your deer from field to freezer while keeping your venison fresh, clean, and in top shape.
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Path of the Still Hunter
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Path of the still hunter

Success favors hunters who use patience, stillness, keen observation, and knowledge of deer behavior to locate and harvest their quarry.
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winter deer
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How winter affects deer

Deer have evolved to cope with a certain amount of cold and snow, but a severe winter can have dire consequences.
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making the shot
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Making the Shot

Deer hunting success starts with the shot. Learn why shot placement matters most when it comes down to recovering your deer.
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Pushing deer for success
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Pushing deer for success

You don’t need a huge crew to run a successful deer drive. Discover these practical, effective strategies for smaller groups.
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