Post Season Deer Surveys at The Ranch at Camp Ka Hui Ana – Trophy Whitetail Management in South Texas
Post season deer surveys at The Ranch at Camp Ka Hui Ana in La Salle County reveal how we build and manage trophy whitetail hunting in South Texas.
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Thinking Through the Extended Antlerless and Spike Hunting Season
Texas’ Extended Antlerless and Spike Deer Hunting Season offers hunters a unique opportunity to help manage deer populations responsibly. In this article, we explore the season’s purpose, regulations, and how it impacts conservation efforts.
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Full Rut Flehmen Response: What It Is and What It Means
Explore the fascinating behavior of the Flehmen response in wildlife. Learn how this unique physiological reaction impacts mating seasons, wildlife management, and hunting strategies. Discover how recognizing this behavior can offer valuable insights for both conservationists and hunters.
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Spike Culling: Effective Deer Management or Myth? | The Ranch
Debating whether to cull spikes from your herd? Our latest article explores the science and misconceptions behind spike culling. Discover what’s best for your wildlife management.
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Spring and Summer Nutrition for White Tailed Deer: The Importance of Year-Round Supplemental Feed
Texas is known for its iconic white-tailed deer, making it a hub for hunting enthusiasts. What you might not know is that effective deer management relies on understanding the animals, their requirements, and their struggles. A balance of genetics, age, and nutrition are required to grow healthy deer with big antlers. While a ranch cannot necessarily change the existing genetics or control the age of the deer their neighbors harvest, they can improve the availability of nutritious feed. Spring and summer nutritional intake are also important for both does and bucks alike, making good year-round nutrition a vital aspect of maintaining a healthy deer herd.