A Hunt to Remember: Marathon County Crossbow Hunter Takes 495-Pound Black BearA Hunt to Remember
As every bear hunter knows, the hunt begins long before opening day. Baiting is a demanding, time-intensive task, and my efforts started in mid-August, 2024. On August 31 at 12:48 pm, I captured my first bear on camera – and it was huge. The Waiting Game From that day through September 12, I had consistent […]
Autumn Flight: Timing the Woodcock Migration
Timberdoodles provide great shooting when their migration is on and the flight is “in.” The trick is predicting when the birds will arrive, then knowing where to find them. Timing and Temperatures You can find local birds in September, but woodcock traditionally migrate through Wisconsin in the first two weeks of October. That said, the […]