Wisconsin Woods & Whitetails

Not Wisconsin but who's ready for fall?

Twenty-year-old Tennessee hunter Wade Mackie killed the biggest buck of his life on August 28, this year, and it was also his first-ever buck with a bow. Mackie had two years of history with the massive non-typical, nicknamed “The Freak,” on just 30 acres behind his girlfriend’s house. During Tennessee’s special velvet archery hunt, the giant finally stepped out and Mackie got his chance.

After the initial shot, the blood trail eventually disappeared, so Mackie brought in a tracking dog to help recover the buck. The deer was still alive during the track, and Mackie eventually got another bow shot into him to finish the job. The buck has a huge non-typical velvet rack with a wild drop tine. There is no green score yet, but this is the biggest buck of the year so far.

— Stephen Ziegler
Outdoor writer | Member, Hunter Nation

If ya knew Kyle ya know he loved hunting, and a good competition! Get those kids out there, and let's have a fun and safe year! Good luck to all those " young bucks" out there!!

The Kyle Stay Memorial Foundation is around to encourage the Wisconsin youth to enjoy the outdoors with friends and family!
Open to all Wisconsin youth 16 years of age and under.
This contest is free to enter, just submit your photo by messaging this page.
All deer entered must be legally harvested by the youth participant during the Wisconsin archery season and in full compliance with all current Wisconsin DNR laws and regulations.
Participants are responsible for having all the proper licenses, and supervision required by Wisconsin law.
Contest begins on the first day of Wisconsin archery season on September 12, 2026. The Contest ends December 1, 2026.
This is an independent contest of the foundation and does not modify, or replace any of the Wisconsin DNR regulations.
Participants and or guardians are responsible for reviewing all Wisconsin DNR laws and regulations.

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Who's all getting into Quest Hunt Co this year?!

Wisconsin, it's your turn. The woods are calling, and there's never been a better time to get your team signed up for Quest Hunt Co.

🏹 Tag your hunting buddy below and let them know it's time to quit talking about it and get signed up.

Who's bringing home the biggest Wisconsin buck this season? 👀

Let's see some velvet photos in Wisconsin!

Is this buck mature? On one of our Wisconsin farms. This property is currently for sale if anyone is interested feel free to reach out!

Earth Ponds, will deliver & install for charge. Pricing dependent on location.

Mega (250 gal) - $899.00 + tax/pick up
XL (120 gal) - $599.00 + tax/pick up
Large (80 gal) - $439.00 + tax/pickup
Medium (50 gal) - $329.00 + tax/pickup

Picked up in Eau Claire, WI or delivery fee!

Check out the full listing here: https://kwland.com/property/rusk-county-40-acres-with-driveway-food-plot-power-at-the-road-rusk-wisconsin/107165

Tucked away in the heart of Rusk County, this well-designed 40-acre property checks all the boxes for the serious outdoorsman. An improved driveway with gate welcomes you in, providing secure and easy access right off the road. A professionally built trail skirts the edge of the property to a beautiful food plot that spans over one acre in size - a true destination location freshly planted this spring with Domain Big Sexy and Combeback Kid. A strategically placed berm surrounding the plot encourages daytime activity and a fully enclosed Millenium blind provides maximum scent containment. A water hole just feet from the plot and within bow range adds additional diversity.

The timing of the logging couldn't have worked out better, creating phenomenal bedding habitat and outstanding regeneration growth. Thick cover, natural browse, and strategic layout combine to make this property much bigger than its footprint. A slight elevation change throughout the parcel enhances visibility and blind location.

Located just a few miles from Ladysmith and the Flambeau Flowage, you'll enjoy convenient access to amenities along with additional recreational opportunities including fishing, boating, and year-round outdoor adventure. Power at the road opens the door to carving out your perfect build site or campsite.

Listed by Nick Fast - Keller Williams Realty Diversified. Two of the sellers are licensed real estate agents in WI.

Anyone know what's up with all the Ticks?