It’s a big one, but filled with history of importance to those of us who love to hunt, fish and recreate on public lands. Whitetails From Ground To Gun by Craig & Neil Dougherty: A terrific book examining the two most important parts of the equation for killing mature deer on your own property – how to best improve your property for mature bucks, and then how to properly hunt that property once it holds mature deer. For anyone actually spending time outside, The MeatEater Guide to Wilderness Skills and Survival is the perfect antidote to the post-apocalyptic sensationalism of … But I have have an interest in the wild outside, as I'd say many others have. Giant Whitetails: A Lifetime of Lessons by Mark & Terry Drury: This one’s a really fun read, as Mark & Terry Drury share a handful of their favorite hunting stories and then use those tales to illustrate important concepts and lessons that have helped them become two of the most successful big buck hunters in the country. We've owned just about every whitetail book in circulation. Ted explores various aspect of hunting and the cultures surrounding it, such as sustenance hunting in Greenland, “trophy hunting” in Siberia, and elk hunters in Wyoming. Essays from authors such as Rick Bass, Bill Heavey and Steven Rinella are included. Whitetail Nation by Pete Bodo: Whitetail Nation is the story of Pete Bodo’s quest to kill his first truly “big buck”, along with a fascinating look at whitetail hunting culture and history across the country. This book impacted my hunting philosophy probably more than any other, and really sets a strong foundation for anyone looking to kill mature bucks in tough to hunt areas. A Quiet Place of Violence by Allen Morris Jones: Jones uses his story of a season hunting across the Missouri Breaks as a backdrop for a journey of self-discovery and exploration of ethics in hunting. Richly written and full of strong opinions and thought provoking questions, Elkheart and all of Petersen’s elk related books are great reads, whether you hunt elk or not. It’s simultaneously a fascinating look at one of North America’s most iconic mammals and a thrilling tale of the hunt. Whether glassing for Montana Mule deer, or rooting out Javelina in Texas, Rinella defers to his backcountry roots, challenging himself at every corner while providing a memorable adventure … I have followed Steven on his Netflix series and have a couple of his Meateater books. Over the course of the last season, Steve sent out his media recommendations as a weekly companion to each MeatEater episode, complete with books, movies, articles, & more. The Scavenger's Guide to Haute Cuisine (2006) American Buffalo: In Search of a Lost Icon (2009) Meat Eater: Adventures from the Life of an American Hunter (2013) The Complete Guide to Hunting, Butchering, and Cooking Wild Game (2015) The Mindful Carnivore by Tovar Cerulli: Tovar, at one time a vegan, regales his journey that lead him to eventually become an avid hunter. Whitetail Wisdom by Dan Schmidt: A great read from Deer & Deer Hunting editor Dan Schmidt as he lays out some of his keys to success for hunting whitetails. In my opinion, a must-read. A man travels around the vast wilderness hunting various animals. Some really great concepts and advice that have helped mold my hunting mindset today. Shop the MeatEater Store for the exclusive line of MeatEater merchandise, gear and other products from the hit series MeatEater with Steve Rinella I bought this book to read at home with a view to never going anywhere further than the supermarket. If you’ve ever dreamed of heading to America’s “last frontier”, this book will be an instant favorite. These stories explore all aspects of hunting; morals, ethics, policies, social norms, arguments for and against, and everything in between. Meditations on Hunting by Jose Ortega y Gasset: One of the most iconic and commonly quoted classic literary works related to hunting, “Meditations” explores the philosophy and ethics of the hunt from a perspective that still rings true many, many decades later. Bernie is an experienced “traveling bowhunter” and this book runs through everything you need to know to plan and execute a successful out-of-state big buck hunt. I believe this book should be mandatory reading for anyone interested in hunting. But I have have an interest in the wild outside, as I'd say many others have. Deer Cameras: The Science of Scouting compiled by the QDMA: Everything, and I truly mean everything, you could ever need to know about buying, setting-up and using trail cameras to better manage, scout and hunt local whitetails. Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold: One of the most important and well regarded pieces of literature related to the conservation movement, Sand County Almanac should be required reading for anyone that partakes in hunting, fishing or enjoying the wonders of the great outdoors. This book takes an in-depth look back at the large mammals that roamed the American Great Plains pre-European contact, their natural history, and how eventually our ancestors, for the most part, hunted/slaughtered them to near-extinction. Topics covered include how to rate potential properties for purchase, tips for actually buying hunting ground, habitat improvement tips, and finally foundational concepts for properly hunting your property in a way to hold big bucks and have encounters with them. From the host of the television series and podcast MeatEater, the long-awaited definitive guide to cooking wild game, including fish and fowl, featuring more than 100 new recipes “As a MeatEater fan who loves to cook, I can tell you that this book is a must-have.”—Andrew Zimmern When Steven Rinella hears from fans of his MeatEater … The Freelance Bowhunter by Bernie Barringer: If you’re interested in traveling out of state to hunt big, mature bucks – this is the book for you. I know there are plenty of other great hunting books out there that I haven’t covered, so I’m hoping you can help me fill the gaps. Shop the MeatEater Store for the exclusive line of MeatEater merchandise, gear and other products from the hit series MeatEater with Steve Rinella NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An indispensable guide to surviving everything from an extended wilderness exploration to a day-long boat trip, with hard-earned advice from the host of the show MeatEater as seen on Netflix For anyone planning to spend time outside, The MeatEater Guide to Wilderness Skills and Survival is the perfect antidote to the sensationalism of the … If You Didn’t Bring Jerky, What Did I Just Eat? By Mark Kenyon I’m a hardcore hunter and a serious book worm. An inspiring and informative book for anyone looking to head to the mountains. This is a wonderfully told story of one man’s struggle to grapple with acquiring food, dealing death and sustaining life. Here are four that are must-reads. In MeatEater, author and hunter Steven Rinella deconstructs and masters hunting techniques, tracks and pursues prey and procures his food. From the host of the television series and podcast MeatEater, the long-awaited definitive guide to cooking wild game, including fish and fowl, featuring more than 100 new recipes “As a MeatEater fan who loves to cook, I can tell you that this book is a must-have.”—Andrew Zimmern When Steven Rinella hears from fans of his MeatEater show and … This book details, with maps and illustrations, exactly how to use terrain features to better understand where deer will move and how to hunt them in those locations. If you’re stuck inside the house with winter bearing down, this reading list should get you through the snowy months. Gut It – Cut It – Cook It by Al Cambronne & Eric Fromm: The best resource I’ve seen yet for those interested in butchering their own deer.