You likely have read about every possible scenario for waterfowl and specifically duck decoy spreads. The J-hook or “J” spread, the “U” spread, the “L” spread, and finally the “X” spread. Add to this the “C” spread or total chaos spread and that should about cover the possibilities. I have used them all and what I have learned over the years is if the ducks want in, they will come in, regardless of the wind direction, exposed hunters, poor sets, or movement.
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Odin Works 21″ 6mm ARC Complete Upper: Reviewed
Published: October 3, 2021 { 7 comments }When 6 ARC was announced by Hornady, I was among the many that were extremely excited and chomping at the bit to test it out for myself. My options for getting an AR15 in 6 ARC were to build one for myself with scavenged components, to buy a complete rifle, or to get a completed upper.
Sitka Kelvin Aerolite 30 Sleeping Bag Review
Published: September 6, 2021 { 0 comments }I had packed the Aerolite for this hunt knowing the propensity for moisture where I’d be hunting. I was eager to see how it lived up to the claims of a durable, lightweight mountain hunting bag that retained its insulation value when wet.
Field Test: Easton 4MM Axis Long Range
Published: September 6, 2021 { 1 comment }When an arrow proves itself in practice and then again in a hunting situation, it’s an arrow that will be in my quiver for a very long time.
Simple Gourmet: Perfect Wild Game Steak with Garlic Butter
Published: September 6, 2021 { 0 comments }Our elk and antelope steaks are richer and more satisfying than anything you can buy at a steak house. They’ve simply got more meat in every bite, not to mention all the microminerals we ingest by eating animals that graze on a variety of plants.
Utah Wildlife Board Pulls Trail Cam Ban Proposal One Day After Public Comment Period Begins
Published: September 6, 2021 { 4 comments }The Utah Wildlife Board decided this week to postpone its vote on a partial trail camera ban just one day after it began accepting public comments.
Ballot Initiatives in Oregon and Florida Would Ban Hunting, Fishing, Game Preserves
Published: September 6, 2021 { 2 comments }Anti-hunting activists in Oregon and Florida are hoping to implement their radical agenda via the ballot initiative process rather than through their state legislatures.
AllTerra Arms’ Mountain Shadow Steel: The Lamborghini of Rifles?
Published: September 6, 2021 { 26 comments }AllTerra Arms is a semi-custom rifle manufacturer in my home state of Idaho that used to be known as “Axial Precision.” These guys produce some top-tier hunting rifles with 1/2 and even 1/4 MOA guarantees, and I finally got my hands on one. The Mountain Shadow Steel is one of their steel barreled options, and it happens to be the model that I’m testing.
Save the Earth: Hunt Hogs
Published: September 6, 2021 { 6 comments }That’s right. Hunters go can green and not just wear green by hunting hogs.
A Bear Charged Me – Epic Story of Self Defense in the Field
Published: September 6, 2021 { 15 comments }My eye caught movement directly in front of me about 20 yards into the brush and my hand dropped to the grip of my pistol as my brain registered what my eyes were seeing. A chocolate color phased black bear, gaining speed straight towards me.









