Whitetail deer are wildly popular to hunt. However, for those seeking a new challenge, Sika deer hunting provides a completely different experience. Tioga Ranch offers both whitetail and Sika deer hunting. Here are the things you should know about the differences between these two animals. Physical Differences The most obvious difference lies in size. Whitetail… Read more »
Few animals are more exciting, rare and satisfying than hunt than the Sika deer. Notably, Sika deer are for their smaller size, cautious nature, and distinctive antlers. Moreover, they are far less common than whitetail. In fact, unless you’ve traveled to Asia, you’re unlikely to encounter them outside of specialized preserves in the United States…. Read more »
One of the most important elements of a successful hunt is staying undetected, and that means doing everything you can to keep animals from catching your scent. Many animals have sharp noses, including deer, boar and elk. Even the slightest hint of human scent can send your target running before you ever get the chance… Read more »
If you check the dictionary to find a definition of “boar,” you’ll read that they are a tusked Eurasian wild pig from which domestic pigs are descended. Fun to Hunt For hunters, boar are wild pigs that are fun to hunt. They’re kind of like monsters, because they’re not well-behaved. They’re a nuisance, actually, and… Read more »
Undeniably, the rut is the most exciting and dynamic time of the whitetail deer season. Bucks are more visible, more active, and it’s easier for hunters to strategize to put them in a position for success. No matter if you’re a beginner whitetail deer hunter or an experienced ones, the rut provides great opportunities for… Read more »
Like anything else in life, hunting white deer is a skill that improves with experience. However, it can be a steep learning curve for new whitetail deer hunters. Here are some common whitetail hunting mistakes that new hunters make and what you can do to avoid them. Mistake #1: Poor Stand Location Selecting the wrong… Read more »
Weather conditions are one of the most influential and overlook factors in deer hunting success. As experienced whitetail deer hunting guides, we rely on decades of experience and data to adjust our hunting strategies based on wind, temperature, barometric pressure, and more. Understanding how these elements impact whitetail movement can dramatically improve your chances in… Read more »
Tioga Ranch has had the good fortune of helping thousands of hunts hunt trophy whitetail deer. We’ve hosted hunters of various skill levels, from novice hunters to seasoned ones. If you’re just starting out, whitetail deer hunting can seem overwhelming. If you’re a beginner, let’s take a look at some of the things you should… Read more »
One of the most underrated aspects of a successful buffalo hunt is understanding how these animals think and move. Like a quality football coach, having a good scouting report and gameplan is the best way to put yourself in position for success. Tioga Ranch has years of experience reading buffalo behavior. Let’s take a look… Read more »
One of the greatest rewards of a successful buffalo hunt is taking home a ton of lean, flavorful meat. When you embark on a guided buffalo hunt, you get more than just a trophy, as you can fill your freezer with some of the best and tastiest wild game meat available. So what can you… Read more »