Hunters are notorious for their readiness when it comes to the hunt, going so far as to plan next year’s outing during this year’s open season. But there is one thing we never take for granted, and that’s the shot. We have long since come to understand that these opportunities usually happen in an instant […]
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Looking for a unique use of the pheasant you harvested last season? You might not believe it, but it goes great on a ranch and bacon pizza. This unique recipe is extremely easy, even for novice cooks to pull off. And it results with an incredibly unique and tasty pizza that the whole family will […]
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Venison and traditional Mexican dishes have always seemed to fare well together. If you’re getting a little tired of the traditional venison taco, it’s time to try something that’s a little different, but no less delicious. Today we’ve got a tasty venison enchilada recipe with red sauce, chiles, and cheese that is sure to be […]
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We know them and we love them, but we sure do get sick of hearing some of these outdoor terms sometimes. We’re not talking about the outdoor terms that everyone should know, but rather some of the more-overused words and phrases that have lost their effectiveness due to excessive repetition by some. We all pride […]
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The rut is unquestionably every deer herd’s most stressful time of the year, as bucks are hopped up on a surplus of testosterone, relentlessly harassing does as they seek suitors. As soon as they finally take a break from chasing does, they have other bucks attempting to establish their dominance by fighting off any and […]
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As hard as it is to harvest a buck at any given time of the season–many hunters finish the year empty-handed despite sharp, methodical strategies–it’s unquestionably harder to take more than one. When you consider that the hunter in the following clip was able to ethically take three in one day is simply mind-boggling. What’s […]
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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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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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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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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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