Research & Planning
Research & Planning
Expert advice on strategy and preparation, whether your pursuit is in your backyard or far from home.
Research & Planning
Best States for Elk Hunting
Discover the best elk hunting states as proven by data from the Boone & Crockett Club. Plus: ambassador insights into what makes each state worthwhile.
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Best States To Hunt Mule Deer
Which state is the best for mule deer hunting? Check out top choices and considerations.
Featured Videos
3 Mule Deer Habitat Features To Look For
Learn how to key in on promising pockets within bigger basins, open cover, and escape routes.
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Find New Deer Hunting Spots
The Hunting Public shares strategies for finding your next whitetail hunting spot and fields questions on access, pressure, bedding, and terrain features.
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Plan a Rifle Elk Hunt
Build an e-scouting system and identify huntable areas with the right combination of security, access, and elk habitat.
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Alaska: Hunting Application Details
Alaska’s drawing hunt permits run on a pure lottery system, meaning everyone has equal chances at permits. Read the details here.
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Idaho: 2026 Hunting Application Details
Get the details on Idaho’s new non-resident deer and elk draw, and brush up on application season dates and processes.
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Best Duck Hunting States
These states are your best bet for hunting waterfowl this season. Check out the top picks, with suggestions from onX Hunt Ambassadors.
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Duck Migration Report: Where and How To Hunt Waterfowl
onX Ambassadors share a few of their favorite spots and times of the year to set up blinds and start calling in ducks and geese during their migration.
Research & Planning
The 2025 Guide to Hunting Elk
See what you need to know about elk hunting, where to hunt elk, and how to have a successful hunt.
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Arizona Hunting Season Guide 2025: Dates, Regulations, and Top Tips
Arizona’s diverse landscape offers epic hunting opportunities for mule deer, Coues deer, elk, turkey, antelope, and black bear to name a few. Learn more.
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The Complete Guide to Deer Hunting in Texas
Learn about Texas deer hunting rules, huntable species, public vs. private land considerations, season dates, and general costs.
Research & Planning
Michigan Deer Season: Dates, Regulations, and Tips on Hunting Locations
For many deer hunters, Michigan is near the top of their list of places to chase bucks. The “Great Lakes State” carries a rich hunting heritage, and for many, fall deer hunting seasons are a multi-generational affair.
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Washington: 2025 Hunting Application Details
Washington has special permit drawings for deer, elk, mountain goat, moose, bighorn sheep and turkey. The state offers bull moose, bighorn sheep (ram), and mountain goat, which are once-in-a-lifetime if successful. Learn how to make the most of your application.
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Arizona: 2025 Hunting Application Details
Arizona offers 10 big game species, including some of the best in the U.S., all accessible through public land hunts. Applying for tags early is key. Learn more.
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California: 2025 Hunting Application Details
California offers residents the chance to hunt for elk, antelope, bighorn sheep, pronghorn, wild pig, and bear. For nonresidents, however, the Golden State provides very few big game hunting opportunities outside of deer. Read on for details.
Research & Planning
Connecting the Map to the Moose: Lessons from Two DIY Alaskan Moose Hunts
onX’s Matt Seidel shares lessons learned from two DIY Alaskan moose hunts so you can gain a stronger understanding of how the terrain you see on-screen translates into real-world experiences.
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Planning an Out-of-State Deer Hunting Trip
Want to expand your deer season and see new things? Review eight key considerations for planning an out-of-state hunting trip.
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Nevada: 2025 Hunting Application Details
Nevada uses a squared bonus point system, which means it is possible to draw any available tag even if you have few or no points. See the application deadlines.
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Utah: 2025 Hunting Application Details
Is Utah on your list this year? Read up on application season details from Huntin’ Fool, including what’s new, draw processes, point system 101, and deadlines.
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Deer Food Plots: Getting Started
If you’re planning deer food plot projects, read up on food plot design, soil prep, and regional tips on what and when to plant.
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Hog Hunting Explained: History, Wildlife Management, and Tips for Your Hunt
Considering a wild hog hunt? First get to know the species: We explain why they’re here and explore the havoc they cause. Then, we offer tips for hunting feral pigs.
Food & Cooking
Morel Mushroom Maps With the onX Hunt App
Learn the tools and tricks that expert morel hunters use to find morel mushrooms year after year. Try onX Hunt today. No credit card required.