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The Muley Freak Hunting Journal

Hunting Insights, Tips, & News

The Changing Landscape of the Missouri Breaks: A Bowhunter’s Pursuit Amid Declining Mule Deer - Muley Freak

The Changing Landscape of the Missouri Breaks: A Bowhunter’s Pursuit Amid Declining Mule Deer

In this article we highlight Erik's 2024 mule deer archery hunt in the Missouri Break's of Montana and dig into what's behind the declining mule deer population
How to Select a Mule Deer Unit: What We Consider - Muley Freak

How to Select a Mule Deer Unit: What We Consider

In this article we dive into nine different topics that we consider when selecting a mule deer unit to hunt including draw odds, success rates, & more.
The 300 PRC: The GOAT of .30 Calibers? - Muley Freak

The 300 PRC: The GOAT of .30 Calibers?

In this Muley Freak article we dive into why the 300 PRC cartridge was created, what exactly it is, and how it compares to other .30 caliber guns out on the market.
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Reloading vs. Factory Ammo: What's Better? - Muley Freak

Reloading vs. Factory Ammo: What's Better?

Reloading vs factory ammo: what's better? In this article we help answer the age-old question of whether it's better to reload your own ammunition or if it's better to just purchase factory ammo.
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Layering For Late-Season Hunts: How To, What With, & The Why

In this Muley Freak article we dive deep into how to layer for late-season hunts so you stay warm, comfortable, and agile during the duration of your hunt.
The 6.5 PRC: The Most Universal Hunting Cartridge Ever? - Muley Freak

The 6.5 PRC: The Most Universal Hunting Cartridge Ever?

In this article we dive deep into if the 6.5 PRC is the most universal cartridge ever created. We also lay out the details of Erik's latest 6.5PRC custom rifle.
How To Identify A Bear’s Sex - Muley Freak

How To Identify A Bear’s Sex

Learn the essential skills to distinguish between male and female bears in the wild. This guide provides practical tips for hunters to accurately identify a bear’s sex for responsible hunting.
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4 Reasons to Use Trekking Poles For Hunting - Muley Freak

4 Reasons to Use Trekking Poles For Hunting

Why Using Trekking Poles for Hunting? 1. Versatile Tools Trekking poles can be extremely versatile tools when hunting the backcountry. A few ways to use them for other than hiking include: pitching a shelter setting...
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How to Find Success on General Season Rifle Deer Hunts - Muley Freak

How to Find Success on General Season Rifle Deer Hunts

How To Find & Hunt Bucks On General Season Rifle Deer Hunts Braving the “pumpkin patch”, aka, hunting public land in October, can be an overwhelming experience for many. It can seem as though there...
TOP STATES FOR RECORD ARCHERY VELVET MULE DEER - Muley Freak

TOP STATES FOR RECORD ARCHERY VELVET MULE DEER

Measuring Stick for Success There are some hunters out there that think record keeping is simply egotistical and narcissistic. Clubs like the Boone & Crockett and Pope & Young keep copious records of meticulously scored...
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