Every hunter starts somewhere. The information you’ll find on this page is another good first step, or maybe it’s just the nudge you need to fill your freezer this year.

What started off with a desire to learn to hunt whitetail ended years later with a story of perseverance and venison well-earned. Join one of Vortex’s own as she hits all the highs and lows of learning to hunt.

In the face of hunting pressure, whitetail get more and more wary as the season goes on. Join Brett Smith for a look at how where you hunt can help tag cautious bucks.

In the face of hunting pressure, whitetail get more and more wary as the season goes on. Join Brett Smith for a look at how where you hunt can help tag cautious bucks. With Whitetail Land Management Service’s Brett Smith.

While not as reliant on high-powered optics and long sits as western hunting, whitetail glassing in the Midwest presents its own challenges. Here’s how to make sure your optics loadout is ready.

Buying your first hunting rifle is exciting … and a little intimidating. To get a good idea of what rifle is right for you, check out this blog.

Don’t be intimidated by all the options and features you see on hunting riflescopes. This quick read will help you answer a few questions to find the right optic.

Because we know life happens — but don’t just take our word for it, check out the true stories and hear what people are saying.

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