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Mounting a gun scope is not like rocket science. Anyone can do it, even beginners. So, if you are hesitant on how you to mount by yourself, here are the essential steps that you need to know on how you can mount a gun scope correctly, even if it’s your first time.

Get The Right Package

There are various scope guns and mounts to choose from in the market. Although it is tempting to buy a cheap one, especially with the economical status of the world today, you should remember that quality is an important factor in choosing the right mount to buy.

Find The Right Place

As soon as you get home with the right package, you should find a good spot to do your work. Choose somewhere that has enough space and provides you with enough lighting. Also make sure that it’s all right to put pieces down and that they would not get lost. Avoid areas that have too many people walking around. If you do not have your own working table then you can use the kitchen table, just make sure that it’s not being used at the moment.

Opening And Checking

Open your package that contains your weapon’s bases. Wipe them with a rag and spread a thin oil coat to the mount’s underside. Check if there’s a properly fitted allen wrench in the set, if not, be sure that you get the correct size so that you can prevent damaging your screws. Check the number of screws if they are the same number that your package indicates. Also test each screw by dropping them into the base holes. See if they fit well and if there is an equal amount of it protruding from its base.

Secure your bases to its receiver. Place the rear and front base mounts on their proper position on the receiver. Place a little bit of Loctite on your screws’ threads before you insert and tighten them. Doing this can prevent them from being loose during recoil.

Mounting The Scope Rings

Use a properly fitting wrench to remove screws from your rings. Place them on your workbench. Your forward ring should mount on a rotary dovetail. Wipe a light grease coating over the “feet” of your forward ring before you insert it into the base hole. Use a scope ring wrench to turn the ring.

Use a screwdriver to loosen large windage screws on your rear scope base. Do this until it’s enough to slide it into place. Put it in the center and then tighten the screws enough to hold it in place.

Check The Alignment And Then Mount

Check the ring alignments by placing the scope inside them and turning it. It should turn freely without any kind of hindrances or binging feeling.

To mount, place your scope in the rings then screw lightly the upper halves down the lower rings. Check for proper eye relief by shouldering the rifle and looking through its lens. Adjust your scope until you’ve got a full field view. If your scope seems to be out of focus, loosen its focus ring.  Adjust it until everything is clear then secure it. See if the crosshairs are straight. Adjust the scope ‘til you’re satisfied that it is straight and then you’re done!

Trophy hunting, as the name implies, is the sophisticated, highly selective pursuit of animals in the atmosphere of a wild game. The animals which are usually pursued in trophy hunting are those which are the most agile, wild and fast ones, like deer, fox and even elephant.

Two Trophies

It is a famous game among the male hunters because it has the tag of a prize with it. The animals caught are not common; one has to have extraordinary skill to catch them. Therefore, the successful capture of such animals represents a special victory. In fact, some parts of the animals caught in trophy hunting are preserved to remind the hunters of their bountiful victory (like a souvenir).  Such parts include antlers, teeth, skulls or some parts of the skin. This display of “souvenirs” also counts as a display of valor. So for a lot of men in places where hunting is rampant (like Montana and North Dakota), trophy hunting is a tempting endeavor.

As you can see, the “trophy” comes in two ways. First, there’s the success in the simple act of catching a live animal. Second, there’s the more transcendental success of coming up with all the testosterone one has, indulge in a deadly chase and go home with souvenirs on your back and a story you’d never be tired of telling again.

The Opposition

A lot of people frown upon the idea of trophy hunting because it is oftentimes mistaken for poaching. Let’s get this straight. Trophy hunting is different from poaching. The latter is illegal hunting. It includes hunting outside certain legal hunting time, a legal hunting territory, or hunting animals which are declared endangered.

Moreover, between the 1970’s and 1980’s, the idea of hunting for ego-stroking received valiant opposition. There were animal welfare organizations which sprouted from nowhere and agreed that trophy hunting should be highly discouraged. This is because there are no reliable

forms of checks and balances in the possible hunt for the endangered species. 189 countries signed the 1992 Rio Accord, which contained action

plans for biodiversity and trophy hunting was indeed causing some species to go extinct.

Also, trophy hunting was regarded as a “cruel sport” because it does not, in any way, drive towards the conservation of animals or biodiversity.

The big game (big time!) hunters in Africa coined the phrase Big Five Game to refer to the five animals in Africa which are most difficult to hunt. These five animals are the lion, African elephant, African buffalo,  Black Rhinoceros and the leopard. These animals are not considered endangered today.  However, the problem with other hunters which are not that good in spotting the correct animals is that they might kill the wrong ones. For example, the African bush elephant is considered as vulnerable. Today, it is restricted to trophy hunters. The African forest elephant, on the other hand, is still not being evaluated. The white rhinoceros is also endangered.

Trophy hunting doesn’t bring food to the table in the same way “normal” hunting does. It simply isn’t the objective.  It only gives hunters a chance to brag about the exploits they had and how they resolved them. However, it is also becomes a means to recognize prize animals and as a means to recognize endangered animals. The problem is that existing checks and balances are not sufficient to keep track of such a hobby or a profession as the case may be.

An Overview of Feral Animals

Feral animals refer to a group of animals that have been domesticated but are now in a steady condition that resembles the wild animals. These animals are off-springs of some pets that have been discarded by humans and now live in forests or waste lands. Feral animals do not have human interactions, thus they have reverted to their wild state and these creatures do not trust humans. Feral animals in Australia charm the world with their perfect mix of danger and exoticness.

The most popular animal that has been given the term “feral” is the cat because it delivers kittens that some owners cannot manage to feed and care for. Some of these cats are also abandoned by their owners and when they reproduce, these newly-born creatures become more unwanted by society. The same situation goes for dogs.

However, in Australia, feral animals do not only comprise of cats and dogs but of bigger kinds like the red fox, the fallow deer, brown hares and rabbits, the swamp buffalo and the single-humped camel.

Hence, there is a campaign purposed to eradicate feral animals because of their negative effect on animal ecology and to humans as well. They are no longer called companion animals because they have engaged in ferocious behavior suited to their new habitat.

How Feral Animals Do Harm

These animals were introduced to Australia by early settlers mainly for hunting purposes, and for food. Fox hunting was an exciting game, so they brought it down under, and red foxes proliferated.  However, smaller native animals such as birds, bilby and bandicoots are eaten by the red fox.

The fallow deer, brown hares and rabbits came from Europe. They were introduced into the forests to be hunted as food. These animals reproduce fast, especially the rabbit family. They threaten the survival of native animals by eating their food and destroy the habitat by creating burrows.

The brumby (feral horse), pigs, swamp buffalo and camels are animals that have escaped from domestication or were released into the wilds. These animals are quite huge in sizes and they consume much food. They eat the food of small native animals, pollute the water sources by trampling on them and spread diseases to other animals.

A Need for Feral Control

It is not a light matter to realize that a considerable number of these animals are living in the Australian forests.

Hunting them is one way to control the threatening feral population. The cities only have either dog or cat pounds but not enough space and manpower for feral and astray animals. Feral animals are different from stray ones, because ferals are considered “wild” due to lack of positive human interaction.

Bigger animals are hard to capture if they are not hunted down. Animal shelter is not a feasible measure for control; it will entail a big cost in maintaining shelters. The same consideration goes to building animal sanctuaries; it needs money to be implemented. In addition, adoption will not be applicable to these animals; foxes, camels, dingos and buffalos do not make much attraction of being held as pets, in the same line as they are now wild.

Thus, the idea of hunting feral animals in Australia as a kind of control is acceptable. Besides, resorting to hunting will not take much work or incur large expenses. At any rate, there are enough animals that have been domesticated and if people want to have pets, they should source their animals out of wholly domesticated species.

One of the most favourite big game hunting type of hunt would be deer stalking. This is also known to have other names such as deer hunting. This is actually one of the most popular kinds of hunting game that hunters have loved for ages. Sometimes hunters even go far places just to get into the adrenaline action.

However, the term deer stalking can have different meanings. For the American version, it is called deer hunting, in which hounds are usually used to hunt for deer and in the end shoot the deer down. However, in England, deer stalking refers to a different kind of activity. It usually pertains to the activity of stalking deer just to see their living status in the wild

The Craft Behind The Hunt

Using the term “stalking” would serve to denote the activity’s extreme wariness and stealth, which are usually needed when you approach a wild deer within their natural habitat. Hence, deer stalking is usually done with a gillie’s guidance. A gillie is someone you can regard as a resident expert. This practice is done both in the United States and Europe. Getting the help of a Gillie is important, especially if it’s your first time to do such kind of activity.

Stalking As A Form Of Control

It is also considered as a form of control. Here what is being controlled would be the deer population. For stalking practices in Europe, population control of six deer species is aimed. These species would include: red deer, fallow deer, roe deer, Chinese water deer, muntjac, and sika deer. The first two are indigenous.

The Whole Idea Behind It All

The main idea why this kind of activity is done is to maintain equilibrium in nature. Doing so would involve keeping the deer population at a certain level. This level should be healthy and stable so that the whole species would not have a negative effect to nature. Harvesting 30% of the deer population has to be done every year in able to maintain this so-called healthy population level. If there is need for population reduction then females are to be targeted for culling. If there is no need for reduction, then only sick and injured ones are to be culled.

Some Tips To Carry On

If you do decide to engage on deer stalking, one of the most important tip to remember is that approaching your deer is a very important step and factor that you should think about carefully. In general, the bedding or the place that which the deer considers to be “home” is the one you should target. However, you should be able to device a way that you can approach it with extreme caution. The unexpected path should also be considered if you do not want to scare your deer away.

Knowing where to find the bedding is also important. Although it may not be the same for all deer, there are certain places that are usually chosen as a bedding site. Low ridges are one of the favourites along with low lands near swamps, rivers and ponds.

One of the most common technique used to know which direction to go and stalk would be by following the direction of the wind. Do this by striking a match, putting out the fire and watching where the smoke goes. This would act like a deer stalking compass and points out which direction you should go and look.

If you are just starting out with the sport of hunting, there are essential things that you should know in order to enjoy the sport properly. These things would include different knowledge of the field regarding various factors such as clothing, techniques and places to go. However, the most important of all would be adequate knowledge on weapons.

One of the essential weapons for hunting would be rifles. This is why you should get to know the main difference with each kind along with their advantages and disadvantages. For starters, you might always encounter the term Centre fire and rim fire with regard to rifles. So what exactly is the deal between the two? Read on and learn.

What’s The Deal With The Two?

If you’re wondering why these two are important, it is because these are the main types of rifles and one way or another, you would have to choose between the two of them, or have both. Although there have been other methods of cartridge priming, these are the only two that have survived through time.

What Are Rim Fire Rifles?

Rim fire rifles are basically rifles that use the rim fire type of ammunition. So in general, when the term “rim fire” is used, this pertains to a kind of firearm cartridge. It’s called so because rather than having the firing pin strike the cartridge’s primer cap, which can be found at its base’s center, to ignite it; the pin would have to strike the base’s rim.

This kind of cartridge’s rim is essentially a widened and percussion cap that contains the cartridge’s priming compound. Also, the cartridge’s case itself contains propellant powder along with the projectile bullet. As soon as the cartridge’s rim is struck and the bullet is discharged, the cartridge could not be reloaded anymore, since its head would have been deformed by the impact of the firing pin.

Because of the thin casing of Rimfires, they are limited in having low pressure calibers. Nowadays, you can only find caliber .22 (5.5 mm) and smaller for this type. Because of these low pressures, it means that they could be very light and most of all, inexpensive too. Such kind of characteristics became a factor to its popularity, which until now continues.

What Are Center Fire Rifles?

A centre fire rifle, on the other hand, would be a rifle that uses the centre fire type of cartridge. This cartridge would have its primer located at its cartridge case head’s centre; unlike with rim fires where the primer would be a replaceable and separate component.

This type of cartridge has replaced rimfire types in all categories except for the smallest sized cartridges. Except for low-powered .17 and.22 caliber cartridges, and a number of antiques, all modern rifles, pistols and shotguns have centre fire ammunition.

The advantage of this type is that it could be reused after you replace the projectile, primer, and gunpowder. This would be a great advantage for rifle types that use obsolete or hard to find cartridges like the 6.5×54 Mannlicher or the .458 Lott, which has quite expensive ammunition can. These are also generally larger in size and have the capability of having higher powered loads. They are more powerful because they could hold higher pressures compared to rim fire cartridges. Hence, they are also much efficient in regard to their size. If you’ll be using this for target shooting, then you may find them to be expensive. However, if you’ll be using it for large game hunting, then you could definitely benefit from it.

If you are constantly updated on the latest in hunting, then you may have heard about pig hunting. This, of course, does not involve shooting swine out of the barn, or getting some pigs into the open and then shooting them down. The real pig hunting involves you going after the feral wild pigs, which are deemed in many parts of the world to be exotic and non-native species that can pose threats to the environment. In many cases, wild pigs – often referred to as boars or feral pigs – can destroy farms and kill livestock. In some cases, however, they can be deemed as a valuable addition to an environment, especially where they are the scavengers or cleaners.

In some australian states, the wild pig is considered as an unprotected species that can be hunted all year round, and with no limits to their harvest. As long as the hunter hunting them has a valid license, as well as the express permission of the person who owns the land on which they wish to hunt, then the hunter may hunt as many wild boar as he or she pleases. If you own property and have feral pigs, then you can hunt them in some states without having to present a license.

Here are a few more facts about wild pigs that you may have to be aware of if you wish to engage in wild pig hunting.

- It is illegal to herd feral pigs in a facility or space and then use them for hunting in some states. If you are offered the chance to hunt at a facility and you know that your state has a law against operating hunting facilities, then steer clear of the offer.

- It is illegal in some states to release hogs out into the wild, as domesticated pigs can indeed turn wild once let loose. You will simply be adding to the feral pig population if you do this. If you discover people doing this in your area, you have the duty to talk to your local conservation facility or game warden immediately.

- Feral pigs are not your small and cute pigs – they can weight over a hundred pounds each, and if you wish to take the trophy-size ones down, they can be as tall as three feet, as long as six feet, and even as much as five hundred pounds in weight. They can therefore be vicious and difficult to fend off if they start attacking you, so know your safety procedures.

- Feral pigs will often keep a small home territory, which can often be about a few square miles. However, if they start running out of food, they can start expanding their home territory quickly, so you may need to do some speculation. There may be feral pig territory maps at your local conservation and game center, so you can consult them for more information on where you should go, and how far you should go to start hunting pigs.

- Never underestimate pigs. They can swim and run as fast as thirty miles an hour.

These are only a few facts that you should be aware of as you start pig hunting. For more information, talk to local pig hunters and ask for tips about getting yourself started in pig hunting. Talk to your local game hunters for more details on what you should or should not do during your pig hunt, and ask for tips on what you should bring just in case the weather changes. If you have a lot of research under your belt, and if you know a lot about hunting in general, then you will find it easy and enjoyable to hunt wild pigs, and help the environment in your state at the same time!

Handguns have earned their place in the lives of many people. It is used popularly for home or self-defense, for law enforcement, combat and least considered for sport functions. Among the world’s most popular handguns are the following:

Single Action Revolvers

A typical revolver can hold 6 bullets in its cartridges, but some special kinds can hold more than that. If a person uses both the left and right hand for shooting, the revolver is the gun to use. It allows to be handled by ambidextrous shooters due to its revolving structure in the cartridge. The bullets rarely get jammed when firing and thus, it can be fully loaded and go unused for years yet still give a good burst.

The most widely-used single action revolver through time is the Colt Single Action Army, or better known as the “Colt Single”. Single action types need to be manually cocked for the trigger to function and fire the bullet. Other models under this type are the Vaquero series and the Ruger Blackhawk. Reloading is slow yet a sure, powerful blow is delivered. Firing can be made by two hands while cocking the gun piece using the thumb (off hand side). This is good choice for experienced shooters.

Double Action Revolvers

Revolvers typed as double action (DA) is an all-around pick. It is called double action because a light pressure on the trigger follows thumb cocking to deliver a fire. Moreover, it can be fired by making one long heavy pull at the trigger, which cocks and will release the hammer. It is very reliable because it can deliver shots like an auto-loading gun and good for short-range shooting of about 7-10 yards.

The police forces made use of the DA for decades because it is simple to operate. Among the most popular DA revolvers are the Ruger GP100, Colt Python, the Smith & Wesson M10 Military & Police.

Auto-loading guns are also called semi-automatic pistols. Among the popular caliber pistols that are used are the 9mm2, the .357, the .40 and the .45 automatic. They are widely used by the military and police force because it is a handy arm for urban law enforcement and in military combat campaigns.

The .45 caliber has heavier recoil compared to the 9mm2 which makes it deliver powerful rounds.  On the other hand, the .40 automatic is somewhere between the .45 and the 9mm2. The .40 has both the ballistic feat of the .45 while having the 9mm2 bulk frame and higher magazine capacity than the .45 caliber.

The .357 automatic is a relative of the .357 magnum in ballistic performance. However, its bullets are quite similar to the diameter of the 9mm ammunition.

Other types of auto-loaders used by servicemen are the Ruger P series, Beretta M92 Series, SIG P229 and P239, the Glock and full-size pistols.

Firearm training must emphasize shot placement and not in the particular type of firearm. The calibers allow for high magazine capacity, ranging from 12 to 17 rounds per magazine, and bullets can either be single or double-stacked. Officers can better handle the issue on reloading ammunition since the magazines can also be placed back to back (banana type) for easier handling. Hence, the caliber’s popularity has never declined. One thing to note is that, the bigger the handgun, the bigger the magazine capacity. Caliber has defined the world’s most popular handguns.

There are many ways for you to have fun and relax in the Australian outback. You can sit down and simply look out in to the wilderness, and breathe in the poetry of an almost barren, but silently whispering land. You can look at the wildlife, engage in extreme sports, or simply drive around, bearing witness to an old, old land. But believe it or not, you can also hunt kangaroos, and if you happen to find yourself in the outback with a desire for kangaroo skins and leather, as well as a desire to have a bit of fun, then you may want to consider hunting the three principal species of kangaroo that you can hunt in Australia.

You may think that this is a daunting task, and that it is something that the Australian government should look into. However, the Australian government knows about these hunting activities, and it is legal to hunt kangaroos at night. This, of course, can be inconvenient, especially if you are used to hunting in the day. Kangaroos, nevertheless, are a special breed. Hunting involves stunning them with mounted spotlights, which are usually positioned on the heads of vehicles that go through the Australian outback. Once the kangaroos are stunned by the light, they sit down, and then are shot in the head.

Kangaroos, however, are not stupid animals. Kangaroo hunting can be difficult in the wild weather of the outback. For instance, if winds are too wild and strong, if the moon is too bright, and if it is too wet with rain, then it can be difficult to make a clean shot, let alone get the kangaroos to be stunned and thereby sit. This means that if you would like to go out kangaroo hunting in the outback, you will need to be with a good tour guide and a licensed kangaroo hunting group. Not only will you be able to hunt better and know the behavior of kangaroos at night, you will also keep to the path and not lose your way. Moreover, you will be with people who have the license and the legal means to do hunting. The permits will allow you to use your hunted kangaroo skins in what way you choose.

There are several available services for you in Australia if you wish to get some kangaroo hunting. Some packages will give you discounts on your hunting fees if you already have the International Hunters’ Shooting License, and if you have a Recreational Kangaroo Shooting Permit. Fees will be per day, and you may be charged higher if you go on your own, or if you are a non-hunter. These prices may also include food and accommodations, drinks, a collection of weapons, and the help of a guide. You may also need to pay trophy fees for the animals that you hunt.

These are only a few basic facts about kangaroo hunting. There are many ways for you to have fun in Australia, and for you to appreciate the outback, and kangaroo hunting is only one of them. For more information, consult websites online that specialize in kangaroo hunting, and talk to people who have been to Australia, as well as those who have already experienced the thrill of kangaroo hunting. With a lot of research under your belt, and a lot of know-how when it comes to knowing where to go and who to approach, you can have a lot of fun in your kangaroo hunting trip.

Hunting at night and/or in the dark never seemed easy until Night Vision devices where made available in the market. With these devices, hunters can now get a better and clearer view of what lurks in the dark.

How NVDs Aid Hunters

Basically, night vision devices or NVD aids you in hunting by gathering light from the stars, the moon, and other light sources and focusing it on the front lens so as to give you a clearer image of what lurks in the dark. In its simplest form, the NVDS gather light and then directs this light into the photocathode tube which converts the photons to electrons. After the electron conversion, a host of chemical and electrical process multiplies the number of electrons present. After magnification, the electrons are hurled on a phosphorus screen and the electrons are then converted into light. This process allows you to see the image that is shown in a green-hue scene.

NVD Options for Night Hunting

There are many units of night vision devices that hunters can opt to use. A Night Vision Device may belong to its 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th generation type. Note that each generation only varies according to the type of light intensifier tube that is used for the device.

First generation NVDs are the most prominent unit of night vision devices these days. They are relatively cheaper than the other units and are thus the most recommended types for conventional use. Note that first generation NVDs makes use of the process and the lighting equipment described above.

Second Generation NVDs pose a slight advantage to the First Generation units primarily because they have micro-channel plates (MCP). Made out of millions of glass tubes, MCPs provide better amplification of the electrons in the photocathode. As a result, it gives the hunters a brighter and sharper night vision that the previous version.

As for the Third Generations NVDs, they provide brighter and sharper images than the MCPs of the second generation primarily because of the Gallium Arsenide present in their photocathode tubes. Ion barrier films were also installed in these third generation devices, thereby increasing the tube’s operating power.

Last but definitely the best of the units, the NVDS of the Fourth Generation are far more beneficial than their previous forms primarily because of the Gated Filmless Tubes. These tubes have increased the NVDs ability to detect target at distant ranges and improve the resolution of the image even at exceptionally low light levels.

NVD Sight Range

Note that NVDs were made to allow you to see in the dark, not to let you see in far and wide sight ranges. When using NVDs, there are many factors to consider when assessing the distance that the NVD device allows you to view. First, consider the available lighting. Note that the NVD amplifies existing light so you can see things. If the moon or the stars provide ambient lighting, then you can probably see farther than what you can if there are no stars for the night. Also, take note of the size of the object you are trying to see. The larger the object, the greater you have of seeing it. Also, consider what are you trying to see about the object- is it its details (requires recognition range) or just its movement (shown through a detection range).

Deer hunting is one of the oldest and most popular sports in many parts of the world. It’s highly competitive and offers a unique experience each time. It can also be a dangerous sport, especially for inexperienced hunters. If this is unfamiliar territory to you, here are some things you need to know and understand about deer hunting to make sure you maintain the standards of safety and hunting ethics:

Understand your local rules.

In many states, there are certain regulations you need to be aware of prior to hunting deer. It is important that you understand what the laws in your locality are so you do not do anything considered illegal due to ignorance.

If you will be deer hunting on privately-owned land, get the owner’s permission first. If you will be cutting trees, limbs or shrubs, it’s important (and polite) to get approval. If you will be hunting on public land, check if cutting trees or parts of it is considered legal. In majority of states, it is unlawful to alter the forest or to build structures. Make sure you understand what restrictions apply in your locality.

Know your equipment.

Never handle equipment that you don’t know how to use. If there are procedures recommended by the manufacturer, make sure that you have read and understood what they are. If you can, practice using the equipment first before going into deer habitat. Deer hunting equipment, especially guns and rifles, can be very dangerous if they are not used properly.

Use the right gun.

Before you buy a hunting gun, check your local regulations first so you’ll know which types of guns are allowed. Second, you might want to consider the type of landscape you will be hunting in.

Open country spaces will require long-range shooters which give you enough power to shoot from a good distance. In forests and other areas that offer thick coverage, a rifle that can offer accurate shots at short ranges will be more favorable.

When you have a proper gun for deer hunting, make sure you practice a few rounds with it first. Like most beginners, you probably can’t hope to make the first shot count unless you’ve had some considerable shooting experience in the past. Try to master your main equipment first to ensure a more successful and productive hunt.

Bring safety equipment.

If equipment comes with safety devices or accessories, make sure to bring them during the hunt. If you will be hunting deer from tree stands, use your safety harness or belt. Wear the required clothing to keep yourself safe and free from accidents.

A first aid kit, mobile phone, flashlight, lighter and a whistle will also come in handy during emergencies, so make sure you’re packed.

Hunt with an experienced buddy.

If you have never hunted deer before, it’s important that you find someone who has had good experience. They can offer you invaluable advice regarding the activity and since they know what to do, they can also increase the likelihood that you will enjoy a successful hunt.

Take note of hunting hours.

That’s right – hours. Generally, states do not allow hunters to fire guns before dawn and after the sun sets to ensure that hunters and their companions are safe. However, this doesn’t mean that you should start out when the sun’s already out. Go in early while it’s still dark to make sure you get the best possible location.

Inform someone that you will be hunting.

Before you leave the house, make sure someone knows where you will be and what you will be doing. At camp, leave a note that includes information about your whereabouts. This will be very useful in case you get lost or caught in an unexpected situation during deer hunting.