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The Hunting community has branched out from the woods to the World Wide Web: hunting resources available online are vast and thorough. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced hunter, these Web sites help you get licensed in any U.S. state, determine what kinds of game to hunt, and expand your knowledge of weaponry and available outfits.

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General Resources on Hunting

Although lots of Web sites deal with specific forms or elements of hunting, there are a few notable sites that cover most topics in the sport and are essential resources for all levels and types of hunters. These resources help you find outfitters, equipment, blogs and forums, hunting news, and hunting terms and tips.

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If you are new to hunting, you should begin by browsing some online glossaries of hunting terms (we recommend a couple in our Picks below). Some of the lingo used in hunting Web sites is unique—return to these resources whenever you come across an expression you don’t recognize.

Some essential terms to know—which also help you understand some of the questions in this guide—are “trophy,” which refers to the kill you bring home, “outfits,” which is another word for hunting trips, and “DNR,” which stands for Department of Natural Resources. These terms appear in the title and questions in the guide.

Different forms of hunting have their own lexicons. In the “What are the details on specific forms of game hunting?” section of this guide, you’ll find glossaries specifically for fox and bird hunting.

A site not to be missed is Hunting Secrets, which offers the entire text of Clyde Ormond’s “The Complete Book of Hunting.” Read any chapter on the book, which has been transcribed online. The site looks simplistic, but the text is comprehensive.

This guide does not provide a section about where to purchase hunting gear because online stores are easy to find. The Web sites listed below are some of the best resources for directories of hunting stores near you as well as for buying online. For help finding hunting gear check under the “Products” or “Gear” link on any major hunting Web site.

If a recommended Web site seems to offer valuable info on a specified topic, check and see if the rest of the site offers other helpful information. DiscoverTheOutdoors.com, for example, is a great resource for general hunting information—even though it appears in the “Glossary” section of this guide.

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HuntingNet.com has extensive information on many hunting topics like game, weaponry, outfitters, and hunts. The Web site also has blogs and forums so that you can see what other hunters are saying. Visit this site for advice on specific hunting practices—like “What To Do After the Shot.” The “Hunting Links” section under “Resources” covers many specific topics—some examples include “DNR,” “Game Calls,” and “Foods/Recipes.” There is even a glossary of hunting terms that covers all aspects of the sport. Links to other helpful Web sites are provided in each category. You might consider this Web site your online home range.

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DiscoverTheOutdoors.com “is specifically designed to promote and encourage outdoor involvement,” with an emphasis on hunting, fishing, and camping. The glossary provided by the site is thorough and the rest of the site provides essential resources like moon phases, hunting tips and advice on camping. Use this as your primary resource for the outdoors.

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MyOAN.net the Web site for the Outdoor Adventures Network, offers advice and news to outdoorsmen of all ages. This link has hunting tips, news and forums and includes a glossary of hunting terms. If you think an entry is missing, submit your suggestion.

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Hunting Society, Inc. is run by a group of passionate volunteers (with little or no Web design experience, so be prepared for poor presentation). Scroll down the homepage for a list of links on many topics: “Hunting Supplies,” “Competition Shooting,” “Animal Varieties,” and “Clubs and Associations,” to name a few. This Web site teaches you about the history of different types of hunting, what equipment to get and how to get it, and the most popular animals to hunt.

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Hunting Secrets offers the entire text of hunting advice written by famous hunter Clyde Ormond. The homepage has links to all of the topics covered in his work, “The Complete Book of Hunting,” which has been transcribed here. Ormond’s advice is invaluable for beginner and advanced hunter alike.

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