DIY: Building a better decoy
Make your modest whitetail decoy far more appealing with just a few simple modifications. Here's how to seal the deal for enraged bucks.
Testing deer for CWD
Testing for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) will be carried out in two zones this fall. Hunters in these zones are asked to submit samples.
Assessing the age of white-tailed deer
I love white-tailed deer. I love talking about whitetails, looking at photos of them, and discussing them. Here's how to age whitetails.
Nov.-Dec. 2024 digital issue available
The Nov.-Dec. 2024 digital issue of Ontario OUT of DOORS magazine is now available. Subscribe today for your digital access.
DIY: Make noise with drop-rope rattling
Rattling for whitetails is one of my favourite things to do during the rut. If you have antlers, try this tactic to ramp up the authenticity.
Ask a CO: Using a confidence decoy
A reader asks if it is permitted to use a confidence decoy (such as a turkey) while hunting for deer during the deer season.
2024-2025 Hunting Annual available
The Ontario OUT of DOORS 2024-2025 Hunting Annual is now available online. Subscribe today for your digital access.
Pelee deer cull
Point Pelee National Park was closed to visitors from Jan. 6 to 20 as a safety measure while its annual deer cull took place.
Drawing whitetails with sound
Whitetails can out-hear, out-smell, and outrun you. Use these tips to bring in bucks during all phases of the rut.