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Waterfowl - All Those Batteries

Waterfowl – All Those Batteries

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If you are like me, you have a myriad of batteries that run most of what you use throughout the waterfowl season. I have 6-volt, 12-volt maintenance-free sealed lead acid batteries. In addition, I have Lithium Polymer and Lithium Ion in multiples of 3.7-volt cells.  Each has attributes worth knowing for use, safety, and storage.

Squirrel Hunting - How to Do It

Squirrel Hunting – How to Do It

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Most small game hunters start chasing squirrels only when the leaves fall off the trees and they are easier to locate in the canopy. I too love to chase these fuzzy tailed critters in the winter months, but if you want a challenge and some early season fun, I would suggest you get into the woods when the leaves are still on.

My .410 Experience: Going Small Bore for Big Toms

My .410 Experience: Going Small Bore for Big Toms

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I ordered a new .410 shotgun and a selection of shells, did some testing and patterning, and then headed afield to see if I could bring down a tom or jake with the little-bitty scattergun.

Field Tested: Rocky Waterproof Snakeproof Boots

Field Tested: Rocky Waterproof Snakeproof Boots

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If you hunt snake areas, do yourself a favor and consider these classic snake boots. Your life could depend upon it—literally.

2020 Gift Guide For The Father Who Loves To Hunt

2020 Gift Guide For The Father Who Loves To Hunt

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Have a special someone in your life that loves to hunt? Father? Husband? Shirttail relative? Here’s a list of items that range from inexpensive to costly, little to big, subtle to showy. All are geared toward the serious hunter. All are awesome. Listed in no particular order.

Wilson Combat's 300 HAM'R Ultralight Hunter: A Welterweight with a Big Punch

Wilson Combat’s 300 HAM’R Ultralight Hunter: A Welterweight with a Big Punch

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The Ultralight Hunter was designed for hunting, but the author believes the rifle would be equally adept in a home-defense role loaded with the right 300 HAM’R ammunition.

20' BIG DENALI 1.5-MAN Ladder Stand by HAWK

20′ BIG DENALI 1.5-MAN Ladder Stand by HAWK

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Staying alert on the stand is key to effective hunting, and the 20′ Big Denali™ ladder stand from HAWK® delivers the comfort and space needed to maintain focus during those long hours in the field.

Frangible Ammo for the Win

Frangible Ammo for the Win

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There are so many myths and rumors out there about frangible ammunition it can be hard to keep track. Not only can frangibles be used for hunting and self-defense, they should be. Keep reading to find out the hows and whys of the modern frangible bullet.

Jake Time: A Land Filled With Rio Grande Youngsters

Jake Time: A Land Filled With Rio Grande Youngsters

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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.

Simple Gourmet: Foolproof Mother's Day Pot Roast

Simple Gourmet: Foolproof Mother’s Day Pot Roast

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This recipe will help you make a tasty meal of meat from the shoulder, one of the least tender big pieces of meat you brought home. It’s simple food, but it’s delicious.