Dead Stop Whitetail Journal

Attract the Does. Build the Pattern. Be Ready for the Bucks
Attract the Does. Build the Pattern. Be Ready for the Bucks
Want more bucks during the rut? Start with the does. Learn why mature doe family groups can remain tied to the same areas for generations—and why establishing a dependable attraction... Read more...
How Long Before Opening Day Should You Start Feeding Deer?
How Long Before Opening Day Should You Start Feeding Deer?
The best time to prepare for opening day isn't the week before the season starts. Learn why establishing a dependable feeding site 60–90 days early helps attract does, build deer... Read more...
Salt Blocks Are Only Part of the Equation: Building a Better Mineral Site for Whitetails
Salt Blocks Are Only Part of the Equation: Building a Better Mineral Site for Whitetails
Salt blocks satisfy a deer's craving for sodium, but they do little else. Discover why a complete mineral site with trace minerals, vitamins, and parasite support is a better investment... Read more...
Can You Change a Deer's Habits? The Answer Might Surprise You.
Can You Change a Deer's Habits? The Answer Might Surprise You.
Can a quality feed site actually change where deer travel and bed? Learn how consistent nutrition, dependable food sources, and long-term preparation can influence deer movement and help keep more... Read more...
How Weather Changes Deer Movement: What Every Hunter Should Know
How Weather Changes Deer Movement: What Every Hunter Should Know
Weather can influence when and where deer move, but successful hunters know it's only part of the equation. Learn how cold fronts, wind, rain, and warm temperatures affect whitetail movement—and... Read more...
The Hidden Nutrient Thieves Affecting Your Deer Herd
The Hidden Nutrient Thieves Affecting Your Deer Herd
Healthy deer need more than quality feed and minerals. Ticks, fleas, biting midges (no-see-ums) and internal parasites can place constant stress on a deer, forcing it to use valuable nutrients... Read more...
The Biggest Mistakes Hunters Make When Using Deer Attractants
The Biggest Mistakes Hunters Make When Using Deer Attractants
Learn the most common mistakes hunters make when using deer attractants and discover practical tips for creating productive attraction sites that keep deer coming back. Read more...
How to Pattern Mature Bucks Before Deer Season Opens
How to Pattern Mature Bucks Before Deer Season Opens
Learn proven strategies for patterning mature bucks before opening day. Discover trail camera tips, attractant site placement, and scouting techniques that help hunters prepare for a successful deer season. Read more...
How Ticks, Fleas, and Flies Affect Deer Health—and Why Managing Parasites Matters
How Ticks, Fleas, and Flies Affect Deer Health—and Why Managing Parasites Matters
Learn how ticks, fleas, and biting flies can influence deer behavior and condition, and discover why nutrition and quality mineral sites are important parts of year-round herd management. Read more...
Why Independent Deer Attractant Testing Matters More Than Marketing Claims
Why Independent Deer Attractant Testing Matters More Than Marketing Claims
Discover why continual field testing is the foundation of Dead Stop Deer Attractant. Learn how real-world evaluations, fresh production, and ongoing product improvements help us build products hunters trust. Read more...
How to Build the Perfect Deer Attraction Site That Keeps Bucks Coming Back
How to Build the Perfect Deer Attraction Site That Keeps Bucks Coming Back
Learn how to build a productive deer attraction site using proper location, trail cameras, wind strategy, attractants, and minerals. Discover tips to keep mature bucks returning all season long. Read more...
Why Serious Hunters Prepare Long Before Opening Day
Why Serious Hunters Prepare Long Before Opening Day
Learn why successful deer hunters start preparing months before opening day. Discover scouting tips, trail camera strategies, attractant placement, and nutrition practices that help put more mature bucks within range. Read more...