Before I launch into the topic of hunting books for kids, I want to provide some context. If you have children at home, you know how tough it can be to regularly expose them to the outdoors. I was lucky enough to grow up in a rural area, where the “outdoors” was directly behind my […]
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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, […]
What I Wish Everyone Knew About Squirrel Hunting
Guest Post – Squirrel Hunting Perspective When you think about squirrels, does the thought of hunting even enter your mind? These days, the answer is probably no. Squirrel hunting was very prevalent, if not a necessity, decades ago. But today, more people associate squirrels with urban parks and raiding bird feeders. And that’s a shame […]
Winter Squirrel Hunting | The Perfect Winter Activity
Squirrel Hunting Tips and Techniques Where should I even start with squirrel hunting? First, you might not even like squirrels all that much. They probably raid the bird feeders in your back yard or you might see them stealing food from people in parks. Let’s face it, city squirrels are bold creatures; they will mug you […]
Hunting Scent Control | Podcast Review
How Important is Hunting Scent Control? Hunting scent control – if you ever want a polarizing subject to discuss in the deer hunting world, look no further. There are all kinds of products that claim they can make you invisible to a deer’s nose. There are also lots of theories that go either way in […]
Why You Should Try Ruffed Grouse Hunting
Grouse Hunting Passion Grouse hunting is one of those really special things I love about the fall. Whether you’ve hunted something your whole life or you’re a newcomer, ruffed grouse hunting should be near the top of your list. Aldo Leopold, perhaps my favorite conservationist, once stated: Everybody knows…that the autumn landscape in the north […]