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Mule deer buck standing in a snowy meadow

Decoding Mule Deer Body Language: What Bucks Are Telling You

Spend enough time around mule deer, and you realize they’re not just animals fading into the brush…
Hunters observing wildlife with binoculars in a natural setting.

Habitat Work Means More Deer in Your Spotting Scope

Ask any seasoned hunter what makes for a great mule deer season, and you’ll likely hear the same an…
Group of mule deer bucks standing in a meadow.

The Great Basin Decline: A Mule Deer Crisis in the Making

If you want to understand the pressure mule deer are under these days, don’t look to the Rockies or…
Delicious venison sandwich layered with fresh greens and sauce.

Venison Steak and Watercress Bánh Mì

Vietnamese bánh mì are definitely in the running for my favorite sandwich of all time. They have th…
Mule deer buck standing in tall grass in a natural setting.

Where the Deer Stand:

Following the WAFWA (Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Associations) conference here’s what…
Hunter observing wildlife in a mountainous forested landscape.

Conservation Tags and What They Fund

Every hunter who purchases a license or tag plays a part in conserving mule deer. Conservation tags…
Woman practicing archery in a flower-filled forest

Field-Tested and Foundation Approved: Badlands Gear Joins the Mission

At the Mule Deer Foundation, we’re proud to work with corporate partners who not only believe in ou…
Grilled venison steak garnished with roasted cherry tomatoes.

Bison Steak Salad with Blistered Cherry Tomatoes 

This quick and easy recipe is bursting with flavor and makes for an excellent, well-balanced lunch…
Mule deer buck standing in tall grass in a natural setting.

Field Judging Mule Deer: How to Score Before the Shot

There’s a moment every mule deer hunter lives for. You’re glassing a far ridgeline, the sun just ti…
Archer preparing to shoot a bow in a meadow with wildflowers.

Rifle vs. Bow: Choosing Your Weapon for the West

f you’re planning a mule deer hunt out West, one of the first big questions you’ll face isn’t where…
Two individuals observing wildlife with rifles and spotting scopes in desert setting.

Tricer: Redefining Backcountry Hunting

In the backcountry, gear either works or it slows you down. That’s why Tricer was created by hunter…
Gourmet burger with various toppings on a plate.

El Ciervo Diablo Spicy Venison Burger

Every once in a while, I like to masochistically challenge myself by eating something stupidly spic…
Logo of Bass Pro Shops featuring a bass fish and Johnny Morris's signature.

MDF Awarded $250,000 from Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s for Great Plains

The Mule Deer Foundation, with generous support from the Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund…
Hunter in camouflage resting and writing notes in a forest setting

Prepping for Archery Deer Camp

It’s two nights before the Spring turkey season, and I’m trying on my lucky camos for the first tim…
Two women smiling in a conservation planning setting.

At the woodland’s edge: Restoration and complexity in Colorado’s Piceance Basin

“People call this the Mule Deer Factory of Colorado!” she laughs. It’s an apt title: Mule deer in R…
Delicious meatballs topped with raspberry sauce and fresh basil.

VENISON BUFFALO BITES WITH RASPBERRY ROCKET-POP DRIZZLE

When it comes to deciding what to grill for the 4th of July, it’s usually a no-brainer: burgers, br…