HUNT365 January 2021 Issue
Updated: February 2, 2021
BY True Pearce
Browning’s New Wicked Wing Maxus – Shadow Grass Bladesby David R. Vaught, Ph.D. |
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At some point, any waterfowl hunter is attracted to the guns that have some type of wet fowl-weather durability. Browning’s Wicked Wing meets that tough demand with their Cerakote Burnt Bronze finish, synthetic stock and forearm, and a fully chromed bore.
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Take the Shot? A Traveling Hunter is Presented with an Easy Shot – but Only at the Risk of His Own Life – Presented by Springfield Armoryby Aram Von Benedikt |
A traveling hunter is presented with an easy shot at his elusive quarry – but only at the risk of his own life. Should he take the shot?
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Why Not Texas?by Jace Bauserman |
Your thoughts are turning to spring adventures. You’re planning a turkey hunt or two, of course, but what else? My advice: Look to the Lone Star State.
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January Is a Great Time to Hunt Squirrelsby Jake Wallace |
This time of year offers a great opportunity for one of my absolute favorite small game species: Squirrels. The leaves are off the trees, but these crafty little survivors can be quite difficult to get on the ground this late in the season.
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Pro-Tips for Thriving in the Coldby Mark Miller |
A lot of hunting is waiting. Hunting season in most of the country comes with cold weather. Hunting can be exciting, there is nothing like finding the buck or shooting the duck, but when you have to sit in the cold it can lose some of its luster. Let’s beat the cold and harvest that game.
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Calling All Coyotes: MFK Game Callsby Kat Ainsworth |
If you’re a hardcore coyote hunter odds are you don’t just use e-callers. They’re a tried-and-true method for creating awesomely realistic sounds in real-time. You can even mix it up by using e-callers and diaphragm calls together. Interested? Then you should check out MFK Game Calls.
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How to Dress a Duck – It’s Easyby David R. Vaught, Ph.D. |
I was probably five or six when I got my first duck and then of course the right of passage required I clean the duck. I had watched my father who I can only assume learned from his father but I still today, do it as he taught me way back then.
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If you’re reading this, then you’re likely an involved hunter. … |
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In my opinion, Lucky Duck leads the pack with the remote control of decoys…. |
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This is a great dish for a cold Sunday in January. It’s rich and crea… |
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State wildlife agencies are always looking for ways to increase hunting par… |
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Alabama hunters are projected to set a new record for the deer season endin… |
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Last year’s spike in firearms and ammunition sales has been well-documented… |
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Kentucky wildlife officials are employing a new technology to catch poacher… |
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For sports enthusiasts, it is critical that lawmakers work with federal age… |
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Have you ever found yourself completely winded after reaching the top of a ridge? If so, you might consider your plan for continuing to enjoy the sport longterm. When I reflect on my hunting career, my first priority has always been my physical health…. |
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A wide racked, deep-forked mule deer buck climbed the face of a far ridge, almost to the top and gone. My friend, an expert shot with any kind of weapon, lay prone behind his rifle, scope trained on the buck as it climbed…. |
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About the author:
True Pearce is the Managing Editor at GunsAmerica. He’s a competitive shooter, hunter, instructor & attorney. You can see and follow his adventures on Instagram. @true1911 https://www.instagram.com/true1911/