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Turkey Hunting with Decoys
Turkey Hunting with Decoys Turkey hunting with decoys has become one of our favorite ways seducing the elusive toms into range. Decoy Combinations: A single hen decoy is one of our favorite methods here at Oak Creek Whitetail Ranch during the spring. Some turkeys...
Covid-19 Notes for Deer Hunters
For avid whitetail deer hunters, the months from the end of one season ‘til opening day of the next are long indeed. The social distancing and other restrictions of the pandemic are making this year even harder than usual. However, there are still steps you can...
The Father/Son Dynamic Duo at Oak Creek
The Father/Son Dynamic Duo Picture this; It’s the rut at Oak Creek and bucks are chasing does feverishly around all corners of the property. A father/son dynamic duo eagerly arrives at the front gates ready to be amongst the madness. With two tags in their pockets,...
Spring Is Here, So Is Turkey Season
By Ace the Deer Dog. The humans think they run things around here, but, as we all know, this is my ranch. Spring Is Here, So Is Turkey Season. It’s warming up on the ranch. I spend most of my time guarding the porch from intruders. Squirrels, raccoons and possums...
Springfield Hellcat Review
When the Hellcat came out, I was intrigued. I knew I had to do a Springfield Hellcat Review. What manner of engineering voodoo can stack so many rounds into a subcompact pistol? I bought one, and darned if I can figure it out, maybe magic. I own the Glock 43. I’ve...
Shooting with the Fairer Sex at Oak Creek
Shooting with the Fairer Sex https://youtu.be/Mwnr6Ipwc3s I’ve trained a bunch of shooters. Fellas who went on to do great things in Afghanistan. That never prepared me for teaching my wife how to shoot combat pistol and rifle. The Stance First, most women...
Food Plot Planting Time at Oak Creek
Food Plot Planting Time at Oak Creek The burns are done, thank the Dawg Above. Anymore smoke up my nose would have killed me. Now, we get to food plot planting time at Oak Creek Whitetail Ranch. Jacob and I put the John Deere in gear and started breaking some...
Shed Hunting Tips and Tricks from Oak Creek
Shed Hunting Tips and Tricks If you are looking for find more sheds this year, check out these Shed Hunting Tips and Tricks from Oak Creek. Gear to Bring A good pair of hiking boots will be one of the most important must have pieces of a successful shed hunt. If...
What to do after the Shot!
After the Shot... You’ve worked all year, hunted all season, and finally here’s your shot, get down on your rifle, control your breathing, line it up and slowly squeeze the trigger. What do you do now? Once your rifle rings out, there are a few signs to look for...
Improve Your Deer Hunting in a Time of Pandemic
Are you stuck at home due to the coronavirus? At this moment, the best thing you can do is to do nothing – stay home, avoid contact with others, and wait for the virus to wane. If you’re a dedicated whitetail deer hunter you can take advantage of the enforced...