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Chris Lane Leads by Chris Lane Leads
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Chris Lane ahead by 8 ounces at St. Clair Bassmaster

With all eyes on the Bassmaster Elite Series Angler of the Year battle between Nitro pro Edwin Evers of Talalla, Oklahoma, who sat 30 points ahead of Mercury pro Aaron Martens of Leeds, Alabama, the…
News & Tips: How to Build a Safe Campfire (video)
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How to Build a Safe Campfire (video)

When people think of camping, the first image that comes to mind is probably of a group of friends or family members gathered around a blazing campfire, laughing, telling stories or roasting hot dogs…
News & Tips: Keeping a Cool Cooler
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Keeping a Cool Cooler

Outdoors enthusiasts can't change the weather, so the only option is to prepare and go with it. Warm weather creates a few tasks for campers, such as keeping drinks and foods cold. The amount of…
News & Tips: Fishing Knot Library: How to Tie the Improved Clinch Knot...
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Fishing Knot Library: How to Tie the Improved Clinch Knot

How to Tie Fishing Line: Improved Clinch Knot instructions The Improved Clinch is a time-tested and a very popular choice for tying terminal tackle to monofilament line. It is quick and easy to tie…
News & Tips: Experts Anticipating Favorable Duck Season...
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Experts Anticipating Favorable Duck Season

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) announced recently that the agency is proposing a continued liberal hunting season for the upcoming 2013 and 2014 waterfowl seasons. According to a survey…
News & Tips: 4 Fish & 4 Tips to Fishing Them
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4 Fish & 4 Tips to Fishing Them

1. Crappies If action is slow, try slapping and splashing the water with your paddle. This tactic may seem crazy, but the commotion sounds like feeding fish and will often attract nearby crappies and…
News & Tips: First Day Away From Hospital, This Hero Visits Bass Pro...
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First Day Away From Hospital, This Hero Visits Bass Pro

The phone rang. Beth Burdette was at home, in the middle of making breakfast for 3-year-old son Cory, when she answered.  It was her husband, Sgt. Justin Burdette, on the other line.   As he lay in…
News & Tips: Counting Fawns
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Counting Fawns

More and more landowner/hunters are taking an active role in managing deer herds, and for good reason — most state agencies don't have a clue as to what is going on out on the back 40. Deer…
News & Tips: Taking Stock With Trail Cameras
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Taking Stock With Trail Cameras

Like most bowhunters, I'm itching for the start of deer season. That glorious event arrives on Oct. 1 around here in Canada. Needless to say, my practice sessions have gotten a little more serious…
News & Tips: Fly Rod Buying Guide
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Fly Rod Buying Guide

The aura surrounding fly fishing can be intimidating, particularly for the novice considering taking up the hobby. As with most any outdoor activity, a person can pursue it at whatever level he or…
News & Tips: Trout: Hot Summer Fly Fishing Tips
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Trout: Hot Summer Fly Fishing Tips

Successful late summer fly fishing patterns should not be centered on the same methodology that you use for spring trout fly fishing. The best fly patterns for late summer have to be the terrestrial…
News & Tips: Scent Control Basics
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Scent Control Basics

Ask a camp full of hunters how many ever had a hunt ruined because the deer smelled them and spooked before they could get a shot off. How many hands do you think would go up? The answer to that is…