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Bob Ziehmer, a nationally respected conservation leader and long-time advocate for hunters and wildlife, has been named Chief Operating Officer of the Mule Deer Foundation and its affiliate, the Blacktail Deer Foundation.

Mule Deer Foundation Names Bob Ziehmer as Chief Operating Officer

The Mule Deer Foundation is proud to announce an official partnership with the technology-driven ou…
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We’re Not Victims—We’re Veterans

We volunteered. We raised our hands. No one tricked us into it. In fact, if you asked most veterans…
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Venison and Ramp Mapo Tofu

One thing I’ve learned from Eastern cooking is that tofu comes in myriad forms, and each one of tho…
Mule deer buck standing in sagebrush habitat

Why Migration Corridors Matter for Hunters

There’s something about standing on a ridgeline in the last light of day, glassing the folds of the…
Mule Deer Foundation Staff Member of the Month announcement

MDF Employee Spotlight!

I am an avid outdoorsman and conservationist who grew up in the Black Hills of South Dakota. This r…
Mule deer buck resting beside a hunter in a sunny landscape.

Three Numbers That Define Federal’s New 7mm Backcountry Cartridge

Federal Ammunition has recently launched a ground-breaking long-action hunting cartridge focused on…

Brew Coffee, Support Conservation: Hunting Day Coffee Company Partners with the Mule Deer Foundation

The Mule Deer Foundation is proud to announce our partnership with Hunting Day Coffee Company, wher…
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Crossroads Mastication Project—Restoring Habitat and Reducing Wildfire Risk in Northern California

The Mule Deer Foundation is proud to provide an update on one of our flagship habitat restoration e…
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Dilly Steelhead and Rice Salad

This is an easy and refreshing salad that makes for the perfect light dinner or lunch. I used steel…
Hunting backpack and water bottle in truck bed

How to Pack for a 5-Day Solo Mule Deer Hunt

Hunting deep in the backcountry with nothing but the gear you can carry on your back is one of the…
Mule Deer Foundation project area sign in a grassy habitat

Archery Mule Deer Tips: Stalking Smart in Open Country

Bowhunting mule deer in open country is one of the most  rewarding — and frustrating — challenges a…
7mm Backcountry ammunition box and rifle setup.

Federal Fusion Gets Tipped Off

Federal Ammunition introduced its popular Fusion line of hunting ammo in 2005. The development of F…
Mule deer buck standing in a grassland setting.

Early Season Mule Deer Tactics: Spot-and-Stalk Success in Velvet

Early season mule deer hunting is a long game. You might spend days glassing and never make a stalk…
Hunter posing with harvested mule deer

Win Sonora, Mexico Mule Deer Hunt

The Mule Deer Foundation is proud to share an incredible opportunity for those who dream of hunting…
A hunter in camouflage and orange gear sitting in a mountainous area.

Spot-and-Stalk vs. Ambush: Choosing Your Mule Deer Hunting Style

Ask a dozen mule deer hunters how they get it done, and you’ll hear two main camps: spot-and-stalk …
Volunteer engaging in mule deer research in the field.

Behind the Scenes: How the Mule Deer Foundation Works for Hunters

That’s where the Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) comes in. You might know the name. You might have gone…