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Why does hunting come to a halt on All Saints’ Day? For many European hunters, November 1 is a time for silence, remembrance, and reflection. Although there is no blanket legal ban on hunting, rifles remain in their safes out of respect for a centuries-old tradition. Discover the meaning behind this hunting custom and why knowing when not to pull the trigger is an essential part of ethical hunting.

Why are red deer increasingly active only after dark? Scientific studies reveal how hunting pressure and outdoor recreation are dramatically changing the natural behavior of red deer. Instead of feeding in open meadows during daylight, they retreat into dense forests. What does this mean for wildlife, forest management, and hunting? And have we hunters turned red deer into nocturnal animals?

The Carinthian Hunters’ Choir was on the verge of disbanding. But chairman Ferdinand Kinzel refused to give up. After traveling 3,400 miles, visiting 31 hunting gatherings, and recruiting seven new singers, he saved a cherished hunting tradition. Shot & Stillness spoke with Kinzel and choir director Horst Moser about Austrian hunting heritage, camaraderie, and the power of music.

Why do hunters sometimes experience sadness or even guilt after a successful hunt? Even when the shot is clean and ethical, an unexpected feeling can linger alongside the excitement of harvesting an animal. Nika, psychologist with Schuss & Stille, explains the emotions behind this inner conflict, the role compassion plays, and why feeling guilty after a hunt isn't necessarily a bad thing.

The roe deer rut is one of the most exciting and rewarding times of the hunting season. But true hunting begins long before a mature buck steps into view. In this reflection, Hannes from Shot & Stillness shares why a rainy summer sit in a mountain hunting stand overlooking the Julian Alps can become one of the most meaningful experiences in a hunter’s life—and why humility is often the greatest trophy of all.