WHITETALES

Official Publication of the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association

Editorial Submissions & Writer Guidelines

About Whitetales

Whitetales magazine is published quarterly by the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association. The magazine educates, entertains, and connects Minnesota deer hunters through stories about hunting, conservation, habitat, wildlife management, and outdoor traditions.

15,000 Households Reached in Minnesota

30,000+ Readers, Hunters & Conservationists

About MDHA

MDHA is a grassroots conservation organization with nearly 20,000 members across Minnesota. We work to protect and enhance deer hunting opportunities through:

Habitat

Education

Advocacy

Legislation

What We’re Looking For

We welcome original editorial submissions that appeal to Minnesota hunters and outdoor enthusiasts.

Hunting Stories

Hunting Gear Tips & Reviews

Land & Habitat Management

Wild Game Cooking & Meat Care

Scouting & Stand Placement

Youth Hunting & Education

Archery & Firearm Techniques

Conservation & Wildlife Management

Food Plots & Trail Cameras

Outdoor Traditions & Camp Stories

Submission Guidelines

Be accurate, well researched, and engaging.
Appeal to MDHA members and deer hunters.
Include correct names, dates, and facts.
Provide source/contact information when applicable.
Include quality photos whenever possible.

Photo Requirements

High-resolution images only.
Minimum 300 DPI recommended.
Electronic submissions preferred.

Article Length & Compensation

Standard Articles: 600–1,000 words, typically 1+ magazine page, includes photos.

Compensation: $300 per published submission

Feature Articles: 1,200–1,800 words, typically 2–3 magazine pages, includes photos.

Compensation available upon publication

Editorial Calendar

Spring Issue

Land Management & Hunt Planning

Food plots
Shed hunting
Scouting
Stand prep
Seed & mineral programs

Deadline 9 December

Summer Issue

Archery & Hunt Preparation

Early season strategies
Archery stories
Cameras & technology
Maps and scouting

Deadline 10 March

Fall Issue

Firearm Deer Hunting

Rut strategies
Calling techniques
Stand placement
Firearm hunting stories

Deadline 11 June

Winter Issue

Muzzleloader & Late Season Hunting

Late archery tactics
Cold weather hunting
Winter activities
Wild game tips

Deadline 9 September

Share Your Story!

Whitetales is always looking for passionate outdoor writers, photographers, conservationists, and hunters who want to share their experiences with fellow Minnesotans.

We’d love to hear from you.