Provides a comprehensive guide to hunting whitetail deer that addresses equipment and preparation, strategies and techniques, and whitetail conservation. Includes step-by-step directions for field-dressing and skinning a deer, and color photographs throughout.

"In this tale, Luke is finally old enough to join his family on his first whitetail deer hunt, and he has all kinds of advice from his fellow hunters. When Luke's dad brings him deep into a Northern Minnesota swamp for a magical morning hunt, Luke finds adventure and nature at every turn in the trail. One thing's for sure--you won't believe who gets the big buck!"--Page 4 of cover.

Offers over one hundred pieces of practical advice for all aspects of hunting whitetail deer, from general principles to very specific tips.

301 field-tested tips from Field & Stream's deer-hunting experts. With detailed exercises and advice for bow-hunters as well as rifle and shotgun users, this book takes you out on the range and into the woods, with what you need to bring home a trophy buck instead of a lame excuse. And what do you do when deer season ends? Stow your gear, mount your trophies, and start planning for next year. Here's also how to plot your hunting grounds, plant the...