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Patrick Meitin

Patrick Meitin
Patrick Meitin has been shooting bows for about as long as he can remember. He began bowhunting big game in 1978 and arrowed his first deer, a mule deer buck, at age 14. It was all recurves and wood and aluminum arrows back then. Since that time Meitin has bow-killed game big and small with everything from homemade primitive bows to high-tech compounds and in three African countries, half the Canadian provinces, Mexico, France, and across the U.S. and Alaska. He currently lives in northern Idaho with his wife Gwyn and two Labrador retrievers.
Latest Articles
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Debunking Bowhunting Myths

Believing everything you see and hear when it comes to hunting can come back to bite you. We're debunking bowhunting myths to help sort the facts.

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How to Blood Trail Deer

Are you struggling with how to blood trail deer? Here’s a look at how to move your recovery rate toward 100 percent this season.

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Bowhunting’s 4 Toughest Shot Scenarios

Bowhunting's 4 toughest shot scenarios will give you fits as you do your best to maneuver in the stand. Here's how to be ready for them this year.

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Bucket List Whitetails – 5 Hunts You Should Plan

Looking to take your deer hunting to the next level? Check out our Bucket List Whitetails list with 5 hunts you should plan sooner than later.

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5 Factors For Success With A Traditional Bow

Considering making the switch to traditional archery this year? Here's 5 factors for success with a traditional bow.

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Bowhunting Hacks

Here's some of our favorite bowhunting hacks; home remedies for making life easier, or getting by in a pinch, on your next bowhunting adventure.

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How to Scout for Your Hunt From Your Desk

This hunt begins at home, well before you pack the truck and head into the field. Here's a look at how to scout for your hunt from your desk.

Do Wider Broadhead Designs Kill Faster?

Is a bigger, wider broadhead more deadly than a smaller, more streamlined head? Let's look at the basic facts on broadhead design.

Six Essential Bow-Shop Skills You Should Have

Having the know-how and tools to make your own bow repairs can save you lots of time and money. Here's six essential bow shop skills you should have.

How To Be a Hunting Guide’s Dream Client

Get the most from your guided hunt by being a guide’s dream client.

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Do-It-Yourself Caribou Bowhunt…Here’s How To Make It Happen.

My two biggest caribou to date, 403- and 398 7/8-inch Booners, with recurve and compound, respectively, came on DIY hunts. Are you ready for a do-it-yourself caribou bowhunt? Here's how to make it happen.

Busting Wild Boar Myths

Wild boar hunting is more popular than ever, which has led to some interesting misperceptions. Here are some wild hog myths busted.

Stay Sharp with These Small-Game Bowhunting Opps

Don't hang your bow up now! Stay sharp in the off-season with these small-game bowhunting opps.

The Truth on Chasing Winter Cats

The truth on chasing winter cats? It's tough. But you can pull it off. Here's how...

Bowhunting Elk During Gun Season

Bowhunters can turn lemons into lemonade by changing tactics to meet the unique demands to find success when bowhunting elk during gun season.

DIY Fall Black Bear

Finding DIY fall black bear success just might be easier than you think.

Plan-B Elk: Opening Day Was a Bust, Now What?

Opening day was a bust...now what? Do you have a solid Plan B?

5 Bow Shots You Should Never Take

Modern bowhunting equipment has blurred the ethical lines of shot placement, but there are still several shots you should avoid altogether.

What Defines A Trophy?
What Defines A Trophy?

The question really boils down to this: Who are you really hunting for?The question of what defines a trophy is a fairly recent phenomenon particular to the times we live in. It was once an easy one; or allowing (if I may) the late Fred Bear to answer

Is Outdoor Television Bad For Hunting?

As hunting TV and videos continue to rise in popularity we take a look at what affect, if any, they have on the perception of our beloved past time.