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News & Tips: Coyote Camp
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Coyote Camp

I slipped out of the tent to greet the new day that was dressed in fog. The first task was to get a campfire going in the stone ring, so breakfast and coffee could be prepared. The crackling sound…
News & Tips: Glowing Jigs for Ice Fishing
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Glowing Jigs for Ice Fishing

When preparing your ice tackle for upcoming ice fishing adventures, choosing what color of jig to pack is a difficult decision no matter what type of fish you plan to pursue. Similar to other types…
John Crews Eyes Business..and a Smallmouth by John Crews Eyes Business..and a Smallmouth...
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John Crews, All Business

Mercury Marine pro John Crews stays focused on business. Casual fans of pro bass fishing look at it as a fun diversion or perhaps a hobby. Those who understand that it is a professional sport won't…
News & Tips: Backpacking for Elk
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Backpacking for Elk

Heading to the mountains to hunt elk on foot is a lofty goal for any outdoorsman. Elk live in some of the most remote, rugged country in the continental United States. Making the decision to hunt…
News & Tips: Traditional Archery: Practice Makes Perfect Shot...
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Traditional Archery: Practice Makes Perfect Shot

Last Wednesday, my deer season successfully concluded with the simple act of releasing an arrow from my long bow. In the instant that followed, my broadhead-tipped dart had covered 12 yards and…
Buck resting in the sun
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Open Country Whitetail Hunting Options

Most hunters firmly believe that pressured whitetails head deep into the dark forests, duck into the thickest brush found there, and hunker down and wait it out until hunting season passes. Being…
News & Tips: Bow Hunting The Rut: Tagging a BIG Indiana Buck...
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Bow Hunting The Rut: Tagging a BIG Indiana Buck

Nothing will get your heart thumping more than watching a monster rack emerge from the corn! Watch a great success story unfold (at time marker 6:43) as hard work and a great location pays off big!…
News & Tips: Fly Proportions - Nymph Flies
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Fly Proportions - Nymph Flies

Last week I broke down the specific proportions needed when tying wet flies. To further this discussion, this week’s blog will take a closer look at the special characteristics incorporated with…
News & Tips: Patience During Late Fall Fishing
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Patience During Late Fall Fishing

The subject line of my buddy Dave Lehman’s email read, “It pays to be patient,” a message that summed up the events of his past couple of days on the water. Dave Lehman with a 46-inch muskie. Dave…
News & Tips: Preparing for a Camping Dinner Date
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Preparing for a Camping Dinner Date

With the perks of a front-row stargazing seat and distance from the hustle and bustle of life, there’s nothing quite as romantic as an evening spent in the great outdoors with your sweetheart. A…
News & Tips: 5 Ways to Stay Safe When Hiking in the Winter...
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5 Ways to Stay Safe When Hiking in the Winter

1. Never hike alone. It may sound like common sense to the intermediate hiker. For beginner and advanced hikers, though, there’s often a temptation to chart your own course. Avoiding this temptation…
News & Tips: Copy of Owner Manual Library - Bass Pro Shops Bionic Plus Fishing Combos...
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Owner Manual Library - Bass Pro Shops Bionic Plus Fishing Reels

Owner Manual & Limited Warranty information on the Bass Pro Shops® Bionic Plus Fishing Reels.On this page you'll find links to the Bionic Plus fishing reel owner manual information. For…