School is back in session and the early hot summer mornings are turning into a refreshing breathe of cool fall air. This reminds me that hunting season is just about here and also that backyard barbecues and bonfires will soon be coming to an end. Don’t get me wrong I love hunting season, but there’s […]
Monthly Archives: September 2021
As we closed in on the beach all, I can see was boiling brown. It looked like there we freaking deer everywhere on the beach. The first thing I remember about hunting was dad telling me to keep the barrel in a safe direction and to follow him…. Couldn’t believe he trusted me with a […]
When it comes to choosing shot size for waterfowl, there are numerous considerations to take into account. Finding the correct balance between getting enough pellets on target and ensuring they have enough energy for a clean kill is key. The smaller the shot size, the larger the pattern. However, if you’re dealing with windy conditions […]
One of the best things about the shooting sports is that, for the most part, they require very few special pieces of equipment. We buy a firearm, and it lasts for years – decades even We might replace small parts or springs, maybe a barrel replacement as needed, but a firearm lasts a long time. […]
October 19 to 27 saw the windup of the 2019 National Sporting Clays Association Tour, Powered by Winchester. The “American Legend “ adds to its long-standing commitment to the shooting sports with the title sponsorship of the National Sporting Clays Association (NSCA Championship Tour) with the National Championship held at the National Shooting Complex in […]
As a hunter I am often asked the question – “why do you hunt?.” The most popular answer I hear people give is “for food” or “to know where my food comes from.” As a hunter and a farmer, I don’t believe this answer truly captures the reasons why I personally hunt. There are nearly […]
It comes as no surprise that many people claim to not like the taste of wild game. I grew up with deer meat that had been cooked for what seemed like days and it was awful. Tough, livery, dry and gamey. I couldn’t understand how others could enjoy eating it. We all know people who […]
There are no trails that exist in this alder jungle I find myself in. The only option is to dig in and crawl like a bear. When I hunt Alaska, I make sure to bring a weapon that could drop a bear in its tracks. I prefer a 180 grain (or more) solid bullet that […]
Deer Season is in full swing across the country. It is an exciting time to be in the woods. You never know what new bucks may appear, or which of your hit-lister-bucks may disappear. It is perfectly common for deer to travel several miles during the rut, so it’s good to continuously scout your hunting […]
Almost everyone has heard the adage “Love what you do, and you’ll never work a day in your life.” Well, some things in life just can’t happen without work. Our ability to enjoy work depends mostly on our mindset, but there are other ways to make work more enjoyable. Whether you put in time on […]