Field Notes & Hunt Stories

Bowhunting tips, tales from the stand, gear talk and podcast recaps from the Backwoods Bowhunter crew.

Dispatches from the Heartland

Bowhunting know-how, hunt stories, gear takeaways and episode recaps delivered by the crew at Whiskey and Whitetails Farm in Southern Illinois.

Bowhunting tips

Tuning your bow before opening day — a simple pre-season checklist for your rest, nocking point, sights and broadheads, so the first shot of the year counts. Published November 11, 2026.

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Hunt stories

The one that got away from Tim — yet another story from the stand that gets bigger with each retelling, and a touch less accurate. November 11, 2026.

Gear

Scent control that actually works — the products and habits we count on before, during and after the hunt to keep our odor in check. November 11, 2026.

Podcast

Episode recap: campfire talk — the highlights, side trails and best off-topic moments from the newest episode. November 11, 2026.

Lost a deer? Call in a tracker.

If a deer runs off after the shot, bring in a tracking dog. Backwoods K9 Tracking is linked from the blog — head to the K9 Tracking page for the full details.

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Common questions

What will I find on the Backwoods Bowhunter blog?
You'll find bowhunting tips, hunt stories, gear notes and episode recaps from the crew at Whiskey and Whitetails Farm in Southern Illinois.
Who writes the posts?
The posts are written by the Backwoods Bowhunter crew — the same people behind the podcast. Meet them on the About page.
How often do new posts and episodes come out?
Fresh posts and podcast recaps are added to the blog as they're released. Check the blog index for the newest entries and dates.
Do you cover bow tuning and pre-season prep?
Yes. Pre-season subjects such as checking your rest, nocking point, sights and broadheads appear in posts like “Tuning your bow before opening day.”
What should I do if I lose a deer after the shot?
Bring in a tracker. Backwoods K9 Tracking is linked from the blog — see the K9 Tracking page for details.
Where can I get Backwoods Bowhunter merch?
You can pick up merch through the Backwoods Bowhunter store.
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Whether you're fine-tuning your setup before the season or swapping stories after a long sit, the blog is where the Backwoods Bowhunter crew shares what's working in the field. Browse the latest posts for bowhunting tips, gear notes and podcast recaps, and check the K9 Tracking page if you ever need help recovering a deer.