Whitetail Rut


The breeding season for whitetail deer, characterized by increased buck activity and aggression.

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Game Tag


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Heart-Lung Shot


An ideal shot placement hitting both the heart and lungs for a quick, humane harvest of big game ...


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Whitetail Deer


One of the most common North American deer species, easily identified by the white underside of i...


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