The post-rut season is the doldrums for many deer hunters. The bachelor groups of bucks from the early season have disbanded and the excitement of the rut is over. That doesn't mean it's time to put up your boots and start watching football. The post-rut is a chance to dial in on target bucks and…

I have a stack of old Field & Stream magazines on a bookshelf. It’s heartening to flip through the articles. In between the ads touting today’s latest products meant to deter scent is the same content that’s filled the editorial pages for countless falls. For example, in bold lettering on the November 1972 issue you’ll see, “How…

Venison backstrap fajitas are a quick, easy and delicious south-of-the-border recipe. 1 lb. venison backstrap, sliced into ½-inch steaks 1 yellow onion 1 green bell pepper 1 red bell pepper 2 jalapenos 1 Mexican beer Salt, pepper, chili powder, cayenne pepper Olive oil Vegetable oil Corn tortillas (flour tortillas are just fine too) Rub the…