Fast Follow-Ups When the Dog Dives – Second Shot Technique
Master the split-second call on diving prairie dogs - read the hit, decide fast, shoot once or let go.
Hunting
Mule Deer Rut – Less Drama Than Whitetails
Mule deer rut peaks late November with subdued tending behavior - less intense than whitetail chaos.
When You Can’t Spot – Wind, Mirage, Distance on Prairie Dogs
Heavy mirage, distance, and wind prevent self-spotting on prairie dogs - alternative methods
Escape Behavior – The Stotting Bound
Learn how mule deer stotting affects shots and escape routes in steep terrain
Tracking Through Recoil – Follow-Through on Prairie Dogs
Stay on target through recoil to spot hits on small prairie dogs
Mandatory Harvest Reporting and Bear Management Data
Learn bear harvest reporting rules - tooth aging, skull measurement, location data, and 24-72 hour deadlines across states.
Light, Background, and Seeing Dust on Prairie Dogs
Optimize light and background to see dust on prairie dog targets for better shot feedback and accuracy.
Quota Systems and Limited Entry Bear Hunts
Learn how quota systems and limited entry draws regulate bear hunting in Montana, Wyoming, and other states requiring applications and preference points.
Self-Spotting Basics – Seeing Dust on Small Targets
Learn to see dust splashes through your scope when shooting prairie dogs - immediate feedback for wind corrections on tiny targets.
Spring vs Fall Bear Seasons – Biological and Political Rationale
Spring bear seasons run April-June post-hibernation while fall seasons target August-November hyperphagia feeding, with spring hunting more politically controversial due to orphaned cub concerns.
Factory vs Handload – Honest Tradeoffs for Prairie Dogs
Factory or handload for prairie dog shooting - volume, cost, and accuracy tradeoffs explained
Hound Hunting Regulations – State Laws and Controversies
State-by-state hound hunting laws and ballot bans
Light vs Heavy Bullets – Wind and Speed for Prairie Dogs
Light bullets shoot flatter but drift more in wind on prairie dogs than heavy bullets
Baiting Regulations State-by-State – Legal Complexity
Bear baiting legal status varies by state with complex rules on sites, quantities, and timelines requiring annual verification.
Varmint Bullets – Fragmentation vs Accuracy for Prairie Dogs
Varmint bullet accuracy beats fragmentation for prairie dogs at distance - match bullets work fine.