Some hunters face the task of scouting for deer as a chore that must be painfully endured and quickly completed, and their success in the field often reflects their disinterested approach to the task…
I work in wildlife conservation and sportsmen’s advocacy, an arena about which I am truly passionate. Nevertheless, I occasionally have days when I wonder why I bother. Frustrations in one form or…
Nothing says it's time to begin hunting season like a good dove shoot. When the birds and the lead are flying, there's nothing quite like it.
Although dove hunting is one of the simplest…
The difference between a serious waterfowler and a casual one can be found not only in skill level but also in the gear they carry afield. And while shotguns, duck calls, boats and decoys get all the…
It's mid-July and the excitement level for deer hunters across America is building as the velvet antlers continue to fill out! Watch this episode as we scout whitetail bucks for the growth on summer…
When it comes to backyards as hunting areas, many archers find nothing back there, so they look elsewhere. Other bowhunters, however, hunt their backyards often, draw their bows frequently, and…
Trophy-quality bucks can still be found in northwestern Ontario. Photo courtesy of Jeff Gustafson Outdoors
The area of northwestern Ontario roughly bounded by the towns of Kenora, Ignace and Fort…
Ann Clark's display at the Archery Hall of Fame in the Bass Pro Shops at Springfield, Mo. If you're not very familiar with the history of archery, then you might be surprised to find that 14 of…
For 40 years, the Archery Hall of Fame has been inducting those who significantly contributed to the sport — helping to preserve history and recognize trailblazers. But the Hall existed in name alone…
Selecting a good all-round deer gun can be a daunting task for sure. Some hunters prefer a super-accurate long-range rifle, but such rifles typically are heavy, with long barrels. If you must carry…
When I received my new BlackOut hub style ground blind, I was extremely impressed with the ease of operation.
Within seconds after reading the instructions, I had the blind opened in my living room…
One of my Facebook friends recently posted this gripe (disguised as a question): “It’s how many months until deer season?” Based on the comments that followed, hunting season can’t get here fast…
