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Ranging, Rangefinders, and Trajectory Compensation

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using rangefinder

By Craig Boddington — Long-range shooting is hardly new. Long-range competition was popular in the 19th century, but field shooting at longer ranges was unusual. The accuracy was there, and optics, though less common, existed. Telescopes, binoculars, and riflescopes saw use in our Civil War, and a few of the bison hunters used scoped rifles. But there’s a big difference between a target…

Deer Diary – A B&C Audio Adventure

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Listen Now  > > As a lifelong resident of Edmonton, Alberta, I was aware of the trophy whitetail potential of the area surrounding my hometown, even prior to September 20, 1991. On that day, that trophy whitetail potential became trophy whitetail reality.

Tips on Scoring Your Pronghorn

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two men measuring ram skull

Scoring pronghorn correctly requires careful attention to detail, as even small errors can affect the accuracy and integrity of the record. While the process shares similarities with other horned game, there are important differences to keep in mind, particularly with spread measurements, prong location, and horn circumference.

The Long Lost Whitetail State Record of Pennsylvania

Mature whitetail deer learn to play hide and seek with hunters when they’re alive. This buck mastered the game for decades—even after it died. 

Today, the the Kyress buck is part of the King of Bucks collection at Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium in Springfield, Missouri.
 

Tips on Scoring Sheep

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North American sheep are divided into two species: Ovis dalli (thinhorned) and Ovis canadensis (bighorned). These two categories are further broken down into the four categories recognized by the Boone and Crockett Club. 

Tips on Scoring a Whitetail Deer

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two men measuring ram skull

Measuring a whitetail deer rack accurately requires precision and a basic understanding of the rules, particularly the tricky distinctions between normal and abnormal points and the main beam. Following these critical guidelines can help ensure a smooth entry process and an accurate score.
 

About Boone and Crockett Club - Big Game Records Keeping

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The Club's 12th Competition was held in 1966 at the Carnegie Museum in Pittsburgh. Pictured here are the members of the Judges Panel, from left to right: Emily S. Toerge (secretary), Edd McGuire, Dr. J. Kenneth Doutt, John Andrews, George L. Norris, John H. Batten, Dr.