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Downwind vs Upwind: The Ultimate Guide to Playing the Wind

Knowing the basics of wind direction is just the start. These 15 tips will help you master the wind to tag more critters

ByDave Hurteau

Jan 02, 2026

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A cellular trail camera on a tree (left) and a conventional trail camera on a tree (right).

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National Park Service Bans Bear Baiting on 22 Million Acres in Alaska

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The new Sauer 505 Synchro XT bolt-action rifle balanced on a post in a field.

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