In the hunting world, there are some polarizing subjects. And in upland hunting circles, game preserves (also called hunting preserves, hunting clubs, or game farms) can trigger some interesting conversations. Some sneer at the thought of captive birds being released for hunting purposes. But to those that react negatively to it, pause for a moment […]
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Muzzleloader Hunting | Options for New Hunters
If the word muzzleloader makes you think about civil war battles, you’re due for an update. Here’s another great guest post by John McAdams, who is an expert in muzzleloader hunting (and firearms in general). He provides some great options you should look at if you want to extend your big game hunting season. As […]
Guest Post | Big vs. Small Game Hunting – What’s the Difference?
There are a lot of new things for hunters to learn, there’s no doubt about it. And sometimes the difference between big game species and small game species is very confusing. In this guest post by Josh Montgomery, some of those differences are explained. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just now heading out on […]
How to Train a Hunting Dog If You’re a New Hunter
As I’ve mentioned before, hunting dogs can be great teachers for new hunters. Many people I’ve talked to have taken an interest in learning to hunt because of their hunting dogs. But it’s no small task to train a hunting dog. It takes dedication, the right methods, and patience. In this guest post, James Woller […]
5 Recommended Gun Dog Breeds for New Hunters
A few weeks ago, I attended Pheasant Fest in Chicago, which was awesome for so many reasons. But it was really eye-opening to the world of gun dog breeds and hunting dogs in general. It seemed like everyone I talked to was fluent in this subculture’s language. The more new hunters I get to know, […]
How To Get Started Hunting With A Muzzleloader
Here’s another great guest post by John McAdams, owner of the Big Game Hunting Blog. In this post, John tackles a cool topic that I don’t have a lot of experience with. Muzzleloader hunting is very popular in the Midwest, yet I haven’t tried it yet. I learned a lot from the information he shares […]