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Jake Time: A Land Filled With Rio Grande Youngsters

Jake Time: A Land Filled With Rio Grande Youngsters

In 20 years of turkey hunting, I’d never heard or seen so many jakes. Or been so fooled by so many of them. Big, brawny jakes, their gobbles loud and booming like mature toms.

Turkey Gear For Success

Turkey Gear For Success

As we emerge from winter and look forward to spring, there is only one thing on the mind of most hunters; turkeys!

Eastern Turkey Hunt

Eastern Turkey Hunt

I had an opportunity to go back East this spring and chase the larger and more popular Eastern Turkey. I found myself on an Indiana family farm in late April. The Indiana turkey season opens up much later than most midwestern states.

Texas Fall/Winter Dove Hunting Can Be Very Good, Even If You Are a Lousy Dove Hunter!

Texas Fall/Winter Dove Hunting Can Be Very Good, Even If You Are a Lousy Dove Hunter!

Next time I am in Texas for a fall or winter deer or hog hunt? I’m bringing along my Remington 870 20-gauge. Grilled Dove Poppers are excellent!

5 Dove Hunting Tips

5 Dove Hunting Tips

I think, without a doubt, almost all American hunters would agree that dove season is the unofficial start of fall and the official start to the fall hunting season. I don’t care which state you live in or what coast your closest to, all hunters are excited for the start of dove season.

Sweat, Blood, and Birds: 5 Tips for September Dove Fields

Sweat, Blood, and Birds: 5 Tips for September Dove Fields

Whether you are a seasoned dove hunter or a beginner, these tips can increase your odds of filling limits in the September dove field. 

It's Chukar Time

It’s Chukar Time

Upland game seasons are opening in August and September around the country. For those of us in the West who seek punishment and frustration, that means chukar season.

Summertime Starlings - Hone Your Hunting On An Invasive Species

Summertime Starlings – Hone Your Hunting On An Invasive Species

It can be hard to find hunting opportunities during the dog days of summer. The typical game animals are off limits due to the season structure that we have in the US, but with a little research, some opportunities are out there.

Hunting Rock Chucks & Marmots

Hunting Rock Chucks & Marmots

Marmots are among the largest critters in the squirrel family and are are a challenging hunt. They make their homes in rock piles and eat grass. Yup, I’m talking rock chucks.

Turkey Hunting: What’s In Your Pack?

Turkey Hunting: What’s In Your Pack?

Turkey season has arrived which means we are packing up our gear in preparation to hit the field. In addition to our tried and true turkey essentials, it’s not too late to make a few additions of some great new products, just in time for turkey season.