Tag: North American Whitetail
Importance of successional habitat for landowners
There is a misconception among some landowners that deer will thrive in areas that only have mature timber. But in reality, whitetails do best in areas where different types of vegetation meet. These areas, sometimes referred to as early succession or “edge” habitats, can include older trees, conifers, young trees and grassland. This combination of… more Importance of successional habitat for landowners
A Good Spot for Growing Big Bucks
Even a smaller property can be a good spot for growing big bucks. When deer hunter Travis Paul bought a 27-acre property, he wasn’t going to let the relatively small size of the tract deter him from growing high-quality deer. His story, told in a post on the North American Whitetail website, offers some ideas… more A Good Spot for Growing Big Bucks