"For the entry-level deer hunter all the way to the expert, "American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources" is loaded with information. I can't think of a single aspect of the sport that has been overlooked. This is quality reading with plenty of pictures and illustrations. A quality possession with years of enjoyable reading."
--John L. Sloan, OutdoorWriter-Hunting Guide
"I have over forty years of outdoor experience, of which most of those years have involved hunting, and Terry's book is strongly suggested for both the new hunter and the experienced. Even with my experience level, I learned many new ways to do things and when an author can do that he has a best seller on his hands! Excellent book!"
Gary L. Benton, Author of "Simple Survival, A Family Outdoor Guide
"American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources" Wow! I have read at least 50 books dedicated to whitetail deer in my lifetime. This one is by far the best. It has great information for everyone who wants to start hunting, to the seasoned deer hunting veteran, and everyone in between. The book is well written and contains everything I could ever think of and more. I have hunted whitetail deer for over 25 years and thought I knew all there was to know about them. I found the book very interesting and highly recommend it to everyone who hunts deer. Great job Mr. Townsend!"
--John E. MacEwan - President International Hunting Land Association Inc. www.hunt4land.org
"American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources" is the most informative book on the American Whitetail I have read in years. From the field to the freezer, Terry Townsend captures every aspect of the sport we love. His love of the hunt and his respect for the animal and its' environment is unmistakable. I use to say all you needed on a hunt were the three B's: Binoculars, Bullets, and Brains. I now make it the four B's: Binoculars, Bullets, Brains, and this Book.
--Terry Higginbotham - Owner and Chief Researcher at HuntStats.com - We Know When to Hunt!
"Terry, I would like to personally congratulate you on your ' American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources' book, it is truly the very best deer hunting tips and resources book available on the market. I will admit, after reading your book that I walked away with quite a bit of information that I did not have before. From the beginning hunter to the old seasoned veteran there is something in your book for all to learn. Finally, a book that actually teaches you about whitetail and whitetail hunting!
--Great Job & God Bless, Roy LeFevre. President of 3RO, Woodseye Camo Pro-Staff member & Field Editor of The Sportsman's Magazine
"Terry Townsend's book entitled 'American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources' is by far the most complete source for virtually every aspect of Whitetail Deer Hunting that I've seen. It's obvious that the years Terry spent writing the book was time well spent. Whether your a first time Whitetail Hunter or a seasoned veteran of 46 years like myself, Terry's book will enlighten you with new ideas and concepts to improve your hunting skills. From cover to cover this book is jam packed with information relating to Whitetail Hunting, it's a must have for anyone who hunts Whitetail Deer."
--Howard J. Lux, Owner - Lux's Wildlife Management www.wildlifefoodplots-made-ez.com National Sales Manager - Wildlife Buffet www.wildlifebuffet.com
Jimmy Holt, a native Nashvillian, is probably the best-known outdoor personality in Tennessee. He has hosted The Tennessee Outdoors-men television show for more than thirty years, written the outdoor pages for The Tennessean, and hosted his own radio show in Nashville. He also writes regularly for hunting and fishing magazines.
"--For many years now, I have read and listened to deer hunters as they told stories about their first hunting trips into the woods in search of the whitetail deer. Terry Townsend's story is the latest I've had the pleasure of reading and his book, "American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources" is the most interesting and complete deer hunting information I've read. He talks the talk, takes you into the woods, makes you smell the great outdoors and then has you soaking wet as you climb into your tree stand. He talks about sighting in your weapon, setting up a hunting camp, reminds you to contact land owners before you enter their property. If your interested in deer hunting and need information about hunting gear and accessories, helping juvenile hunters, camouflage, and much, much more "American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources" will provide it. Chapters revealing information on scrapes and rubs, the rut, deer tracks and field dressing can also be found, detailing the do's and don'ts."
--Jimmy Holt, Tennessee Outdoorsman & Outdoor Writer
"I have been reading a book about deer hunting that I could not put down. Terry Townsend has written the most complete book I have seen in my thirty something years of hunting. No matter what your level of hunting experience is 'American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources' is a very helpful to all and I highly recommend it." For more information the website is: www.americanwhitetaildeerhuntingresources.com
--Bryan White, Texas Hunting Leases
"This book is easy to follow and to understand. I enjoyed reading this book. It is packed full of great illustrations and photos. "American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources" covers every aspect of deer hunting, before the hunt, after the hunt and everything in between. This book is a must read for the beginner and the intermediate hunter. Even you expert hunters can probably find something in this book that you didn't know. I highly recommend this book! Happy Hunting."
--Mel Glazier Buckmaster@Whitetails.com
"As a long-time deer hunter, outfitter and TV show producer, I've seen a great need for this kind of book. Most of today's hunters are ill prepared physically, mentally and equipmentally for success. "American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources" could short stop a lot of hunting disappointments for the average deer hunter."
--Donald R. Blizzard, Founder Whitetail Adventures
"American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources is a very thorough and complete guide for the budding deer hunter and a great refresher course for the veteran woodsman. Terry Townsend has done his homework and put decades of experience into this very informative book."
--Brenda Valentine "First Lady of Hunting"
"Terry F. Townsend has crafted the finest and most complete "how-to" book on hunting in "American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources" that we have ever seen. It is truly "everything you need to know about whitetail deer hunting."
'American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources' is a very well organized, fully illustrated, easy to read and a great reference tool for any level deer hunter. Combining 35 years of deer hunting experience with over six years of research, Terry has created a masterpiece worthy of every deer hunters library."
--David Salman, President Tracker Outdoors www.tracker-outdoors.com
As published in the Daily News by Brian Mulherin, staff writer: "Hunting book a good resourceYou can't learn to hunt form a book alone.But if you could, "American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources" would be a good candidate. The book, By Terry F. Townsend of Tennessee, is a remarkably complete volume for hunters ranging from beginners to seasoned veterans.The layout of the book is logical, starting with pre-hunt planning and finishing with 25 venison recipes. Townsend does his best to cover every aspect of a well-planned hunt in between.Some may notice that the writing is a little rough in spots and somewhat repetitive, but Townsend gets his points across and explains in his introduction that he believes the repetition of some information is important.Beyond those two sticking points, the book is a valuable reference for hunters.
For example, the safety section has photos of 41 venomous snakes, four venomous spiders and the varying forms of three ticks. I'm sure hunters who travel the U.S. would love to have the book along in rattlesnake country.
The food sources section of the book contains more than 70 drawings of types of tree and plant leaves and their respective fruits and nuts. It also includes photographs of common bark patterns, useful in late fall firearm season after the leaves have fallen. The tracking section has a chart that explains how to tell what age and sex the deer that left a track might be. It also explains how a track left by a walking deer differs from a track left by a running deer. There are also some helpful tips on scrapes and rubs.
"Normally young bucks do not rerub trees, so if you do find trees that have been rubbed several times, this normally suggests a dominant buck in the area," Townsend writes. Townsend's strength is in his knowledge. He doesn't just explain how to hunt deer in a blind, but how a deer drive should be planned, how to still hunt, how to stalk a deer, call or rattle a deer in and when to use each tactic.
Diagrams of deer at different angles help inexperienced hunters visualize the vital zone of a deer for shot placement, especially from awkward vantage points. The photos and diagrams throughout the book are extremely helpful, especially in the chapter covering butchering your own deer. The section on rough-scoring your deer's rack is also informative and well illustrated.
Townsend goes into extensive detail on food plot planning and management, but doesn't spend so much time on it that a public-land hunter will be turned off by the subject.
Especially helpful are the chapters on deer body language and deer habits. Townsend is clearly a student of his prey, reading meaning into every tail twitch.
Some of the things even experienced hunters may overlook are also covered in great detail. Townsend devotes an entire chapter to the various methods of hiding human scent. While many hunters focus on scent-hiding suits or sprays for their boots, many also disregard an important source of human odor.
"Wash your caps thoroughly, since you perspire greatly through your head," Townsend writes. "This is an often overlooked item of clothing that should require some of the most dedicated effort. You should take more than one cap with you on hunting trips so you can switch off since washing them is seldom practical while you are on a trip."
The book is beautifully designed with a minor flaw: The background photo pattern of leaves on every page makes reading for long periods difficult. But since the 486-page book is fairly well indexed and arranged as a reference guide, reading the entire book in one sitting is not likely."
American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources is published by Trafford Publishing, with a retail price of $29.95."
"Terry Townsend has given you the opportunity to engage a comprehensive look at hunting the most elusive creature in North America . . . the Whitetail. Some books offer strategies and tips, but Terry's work goes beyond that. He helps you build a foundation for better hunting, even to the point of what to do after you harvest the animal. I can tell you this . . . any hunter would be a better hunter by taking advice from a man who's well seasoned in the ways of the whitetail. And that's Terry Townsend."
Jason Cruise Author: The Heart of the Sportsman; Into The High Country
Executive Editor, The Sportsman's Bible
Founder, Tennessee Outdoor Network
"The author of a new book, 'American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources', Terry F. Townsend, of Columbia, Tn. has stepped on board with TNdeer.com His book on whitetail tips and resources is chocked full of good information for the deer hunter. The author of a new book, 'American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources', Terry F. Townsend, of Columbia, Tn. has stepped on board with TNdeer.com His book on whitetail tips and resources is chocked full of good information for the deer hunter. Even with nearly 500 pages, it is still small enough to add to any backpack for a trip to the woods. Tips on how to be successful every year with putting venison in the freezer with tips on how to read deer sign in the woods will guide even the novice of deer hunters. Matter of fact, I recommend this book to any current deer hunter who has a youngster who is interested in deer hunting. There are many pictures explaining exactly what the text is about. Graphics and maps are included.
The new book, just completed late last year, will benefit any deer hunter. New comers to the sport can read thousands of great tips, while the seasoned hunter can read many things he has learned, yet forgotten as time progresses.
There are four main section so the book, American Whitetail Deer Hunting Tips and Resources. Mr. Townsend takes you all the way from before the hunt to what to do after you have that deer back to camp. Tips on scouting, what to look for and where, shot placement, understanding good deer management, dealing with scent control, tree stand set up and the different methods of hunting this great wild animal lace across pages with a leafy background. The leafy gray background adds to the book's appeal and makes it less noticeable in the hands of a still hunter, reading it on stand.
There is also a section for scoring and aging your deer. Recipe pages and links to web sites are included. And guess what? www.tndeer.com is listed right among those. For those interested, I donated some of my deer photos to Mr. Townsend for use in this book and to my surprise, he used them all as full page photos. At the bottom of each, he acknowledges each with my name and tndeer.com.
Be watching for the link to appear soon, where you can order a copy of this wonderful book. It will make a great addition to any hunter's library of good reads. But I like the feature that it is still small enough to pack along on a hunt and enjoy reading on stand during those lull hours of nondeer movement. Matter of fact, my personal copy went to stand with me several times this past season! I enjoyed refreshing my mind of many of things I read from within this book while waiting on the monster buck that never showed. I reckon I will have to read up on prescouting and do a better job of stand placement next season.
Thank you Mr. Terry Townsend for joining us at the house this year. And thank you for giving us a sponsorship to this neat book you have taken the time to put together as a true American Whitetail hunter."
From Mary Morris on staff with www.tndeer.com
