Greg Wagner reflects on the personal, introspective qualities that deer hunting brings out while spending time alone in nature.
Tag: Big Game Hunting
Elk – Guardians of Nebraska’s Wilderness
Elk, commonly called wapiti — a Native American word meaning “light-colored deer” — belong to the deer family (Cervidae). They are the second largest members, just behind moose.
Why Hunting Feels Like a Husker Game Day
What do Husker game day and a hunting trip have in common? The NGPC’s Greg Wagner explains the parallels between the two Nebraska traditions.
Nebraska’s 96-Year-Old Deer Hunter
Shorty Hahn of Hordville, Nebraska, shares his thoughts on deer hunting at 96 years old. He also shares a few life lessons.
The Science of Antlers and When to Harvest a Velvet Buck
What is the likelihood there will still be velvet bucks in Nebraska when the archery deer season opens? Read more.
Antlers vs. Horns
While horns and antlers share some similarities, they are distinct forms of animal headgear. Read more about their differences.