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News & Tips: How to Tie the Uni-Knot
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How to Tie the Uni-Knot

    The Uni-Knot Strong, reliable and easy to tie, the Uni-Knot is an excellent knot for securing line to terminal tackle. It's also the foundation of the entire Uni-Knot system. Note that the Uni-…
News & Tips: How to Tie the Improved Clinch Knot
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How to Tie the Improved Clinch Knot

    The Improved Clinch Knot The Improved Clinch is very easy to tie, which is the main reason it's so popular for connecting monofilament to terminal tackle. It's most effective on lines under 20-…
Three harvested grouse laying on a shotgun in a grassy area
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How to Avoid 16 Common Grouse Hunting Mistakes

The ruffed grouse is without question one of the most challenging upland gamebirds to hunt. But one way you can improve your luck with this handsome brown and russet speedster is to avoid making…
News & Tips: Calling Card for Crafty Crows
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Calling Card for Crafty Crows

I flipped the switch on the electronic crow caller and began playing a cassette tape labeled "Fighting Crows". From the speaker came the loud cawing sounds of dozens of crows stirred into a frenzy by…
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Backcountry & Big-Game Conservation - Coronado National Forest

Steven discusses the importance of backcountry roadless areas in securing valuable habitat for species like Coues deer in the Coronado National Forest. While ensuring access to existing roads is…
News & Tips: Beginner Survival Skills: The Importance of a Campfire (video)...
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Beginner Survival Skills: The Importance of a Campfire (video)

As you’re beginning your foray into the world of learning survival skills, you’ll become familiar with tasks like building a shelter, performing first aid in the field and mastering navigation. Along…
News & Tips: Animal Trapping Safety
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Animal Trapping Safety

Animal trapping or using snares Is done for many reasons such as food, fur, pest control, pet trade, zoological specimens or wildlife management. Knowing how to construct simple snares or use the…
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Fixed vs Mechanical Broadheads

What’s the real difference between fixed and mechanical broadheads? For new bow hunters, knowing the difference is important so you can choose the right arrow point for your needs. Here is a quick…
News & Tips: Purchased Your First Compound Bow? Now Get These Accessories...
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Purchased Your First Compound Bow? Now Get These Accessories (video)

At last, you finally made the big purchase. You now own your very own compound bow! What's the next step? Adding accessories of course — no bow is complete without a few of the many accessories…
News & Tips: Coyote Hunting Basics
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Coyote Hunting Basics

Despite a long history of being hunted, trapped, poisoned and hated, coyotes are more abundant than ever. They readily adapted to the encroachments of mankind and are often the culprits behind the…
News & Tips: Choosing Saltwater Fishing Gear: Spinning or Baitcasting Reels...
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Choosing Saltwater Fishing Gear: Spinning or Baitcasting Reels

We choose many things about our saltwater fishing. The reel and rod combination is just one, but it is one of the most important. Off the shelf "big box" combos sell well, but for the most part, they…
News & Tips: Six Reasons to Fish for Freshwater Drum...
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Six Reasons to Fish for Freshwater Drum

It's tough nowadays to find an abundant, delicious, easy-to-catch, hard-fighting, heavyweight sportfish that doesn't draw a lot of attention. And drum fans would just as soon keep it that way. Drum…