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Why Am I Missing Deer

Troubleshooting deer shot misses

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Best practices for shot placement on whitetails?

When it comes to shot placement on whitetails, aim for the heart-lung area, specifically the 3-inch circle surrounding the point where the lungs and heart meet,

Deer stopped following the scent trail — reasons?

Deer stopped following the scent trail because they have a strong sense of smell and can detect inconsistencies in the trail, or they may be spooked by human sc

Is a bow better than a rifle for accurate deer hunting?

A bow can be better than a rifle for accurate deer hunting at close to medium ranges, but it requires precision shooting and a good understanding of the terrain

Missed a deer at close range — what went wrong?

A close-range deer miss can be attributed to a combination of factors, including poor shot placement, inadequate rifle or bow setup, and human error during the

Why did my deer shot go wide at 200 yards?

Your deer shot went wide at 200 yards due to a combination of factors, including a miscalculation of the rifle's trajectory, insufficient practice with long-ran