Climbing Tips, Tricks And Gear
Hunter Downs Big Buck, Then a Bigger One Appears To Attack His Fallen Rival
There’s no time of the year more exciting for deer hunters than when firearms season intersects with the rut, when testosterone gets the better of every overzealous buck, creating an absolute frenzy that leaves each hunter on the edge of his or her seat. Because of the hormones throwing bucks for such a jagged loop, […]
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Dead Crappie Catches Giant Fish For Kayak Angler
There is an old saying that if you want to catch a big fish, you need to use a big bait–even if that bait seems a little too large for the waters you are fishing. You’d be surprised at just how large of an appetite some predatory game fish can have. It is not common […]
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Kevin VanDam Announces Announces Plans for Retirement After 33 Seasons
It’s only fitting that the day after the Super Bowl marks the end of an era in the world of professional bass fishing. Arguably the greatest angler to ever compete, Kevin VanDam, has announced his intentions to retire from competitive angling at the end of this year. This year marks his 33rd season competing on […]
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Photo Of The Day By Randy Robbins
Today’s Photo of the Day is “Puma Concolor” by Randy Robbins. Location: Lassen County, California. “In the fall and winter…
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Steel Shot vs. Bismuth vs. Tungsten: What Gives You the Best Bang for Your Buck?
Have you ever been knee-deep in flooded timber, crouched alongside a tree as you watch a flock of mallards work your decoys like they read the script perfectly? You give them a few last feed chuckles as they cup their wings, and you make your shot. You swing perfectly with the appropriate lead, only to […]
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SK Customs Donates for NWTF’s 50th Anniversary
America’s only limited-edition, series-driven production manufacturer, SK Guns, through SK Customs division and the SK Gives Back initiative, is eager to showcase a new collectible firearm set to celebrate the National Wild Turkey Federation’s 50th Anniversary. Two sets of custom designed and laser engraved Henry Golden Boy Silver .22LR and a new model Smith &…
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How To Hunt the Rain With Optics
It’s no secret that mist, and wet snow will make a rifle lens fog up. Sometimes those conditions will put water droplets right in the line of vision. When that happens, it sometimes gives us literally nothing to see through our scopes but water. This can impede you from making the shot in the wet […]
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How To Choose A Rifle Scope: The Key Factors
Although it can be quite daunting, choosing your next rifle scope is an important process that you want to take seriously. If you haven’t picked out a scope before, it might seem like there are a hundred factors to look at before you buy. While there can literally be dozens of factors at play, most […]
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10 Accessories That Will Make Your Van Life Way Better
The advertised freedoms of van life are often sharply contrasted by the realities of actually living life from a vehicle on the road. Small daily tasks such as your morning grooming and breakfast routines become more difficult in the tiny living spaces present in most camper van builds, especially when you are off-grid boondocking away […]
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Hunting Leases: How to Find One Local, in Another State
So you’ve finally decided to spread your wings and hunt in another state? Public land sounds good, but maybe you don’t want to fight the crowds. A guided hunt sounds good, too, but maybe you want to hunt more than a few days and be in control of your hunt. Well if this is the […]
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Hunting Underwear? Yeah, It’s a Thing
If you haven’t already heard of it, we would like to introduce to the wonderful world of hunting underwear. We’re not talking about layers like long Johns, but actual undergarments and how they can help you to remain comfortable on stand and keep you scent free. Whether you realized it or not, being properly […]
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Ammo Storage Tips and Solutions That Will Extend Shelf Life
People are stocking up on ammunition. That is no secret. Hunters and shooters have been hoarding whatever calibers they can find ever since the world was turned upside down in 2020. We are still feeling the after-effects of what was arguably the worst ammo shortage this country has ever seen. While my area of Michigan […]
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Hikers Who Survived Chilly Night in Utah’s Zion National Park Get Dramatic Helicopter Rescue
Two lost hikers are recovering after spending a difficult night in freezing conditions in Utah’s Zion National Park. Fortunately, they were rescued Saturday morning after getting lost on the Subway route hike Friday. The National Park Service and Utah Department of Public Safety acted quickly after first getting reports the hikers were overdue on […]
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Rifle Scope Numbers: What They Indicate and What You Need for Hunting
Just like all the options for firearms and ammo, the wide variety of rifle scopes on the market today can make selecting the best model for your individual hunting scenarios challenging. You can research all the best brands, compare prices, and check out all the bells and whistles, but understanding the basics of how you […]
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22-250 Remington Ammo: Speedy Options From the Factory
In a world of increasingly fast rifle rounds, the 22-250 Remington still manages to stand out from the crowd. That’s mostly because it is not uncommon to find factory rounds that are doing a blistering 4,000 fps at the muzzle. The 22-250 is a screamer that carries that speed downrange. It is not unheard of […]
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The Easiest Way to Make the Perfect Venison Steak Every Time
You might have heard of it, or seen a pro chef cooking this way online or on TV. Maybe you’ve even gotten to try a steak prepared this way, and you’re already hip to the advantages. No matter your level of knowledge, I’m going to show you how easy it is to prepare the perfect venison […]
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5 Venison Chili Recipes That Get the Most Out Of Your Harvest
Few things will ever honor venison like a good, hot, hearty bowl of chili. Sure, stews are versatile and delicious, but chili packs a punch that no other soup-like dish can match. Venison chili may be one of the greatest ways to eat wild game. Check out some of our favorite venison chili recipes below. […]
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The Best .35 Remington Ammo Still Manufactured Today
First introduced all the way back in 1906, the classic .35 Remington has helped many a hunter put food on their family’s table over the decades since then. The rimless, bottlenecked cartridge is a proven-again deer killer that can also bring down black bears and even elk in a pinch. The cartridge rose to prominence […]
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