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Buying Arrows & Broadheads? What You Should Know Before You Buy

May 21, 2013
Today's archers have an infinite supply of accessories, especially when it comes to arrows and broadheads. With so many choices, a new hunter may be overwhelmed and left unsure of which product to…
News & Tips: How to Choose the Best Sleeping Bag for Camping...
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How to Choose the Best Sleeping Bag for Camping

May 20, 2013
There's more to buying a sleeping bag than picking a color you like in a style that fits. Sleeping bags come in a variety of materials and styles and are intended for a range of conditions and uses.…
News & Tips: How to Turn Your Small Boat Into a Fishing Machine (video)...
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How to Turn Your Small Boat Into a Fishing Machine (video)

May 20, 2013
Owning a high-performance fishing boat is mostly a dream for the majority of anglers. In reality, basic aluminum boats are the most common craft you will see at the dock or puttering around the lake…
News & Tips: Game Camera Buyer's Guide
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Game Camera Buyer's Guide

May 20, 2013
Dental-product engineer Dean Reidt began tinkering with the idea of recording deer movements in 1985 and soon launched a new industry. The idea started when Reidt, a bowhunter, was waiting along a…
News & Tips: Bowhunting Small Game and Varmints
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Bowhunting Small Game and Varmints

May 17, 2013
Two or three weeks of archery deer season is the only time some bowhunters wrap their fingers around a bow's grip. Many bowhunters invest only a few weeks of random practice before opening day, and…
News & Tips: Brook Trout Basics
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Brook Trout Basics

May 17, 2013
Brook trout are a truly magnificent species of fish. If you're ever lucky enough to get a chance to fish for brookies and catch a few, you will witness a dazzling display of colors that rival Picasso…
News & Tips: Catfish: 10 How to Basics of Fishing to Fishing Tackle...
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Catfish: 10 How to Basics of Fishing to Fishing Tackle

May 16, 2013
Fish, worms, crawdads, liver, and reeking confections of blood and guts are blue-plate specials for catfish. Some folks will tell you that fishing for the largemouth bass, with its hit 'em hard,…
News & Tips: Kayak Bass Fishing Tips and Tactics
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Kayak Bass Fishing Tips and Tactics

May 16, 2013
Don Theoret fished a weedy bay to land this largemouth bass take on a topwater frog. Kayak fishing is one of the hottest trends in the outdoor industry today. Extremely popular with coastal…
Venison Jerky on a plater
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A Quick & Easy Guide to Making Venison Jerky Plus Recipes

May 15, 2013
Got Venison? Got a little free time? How about experimenting with do-it-yourself venison jerky? If you're like me, the start of a new year usually means a freezer full of deer meat and some free time…
News & Tips: Will Cicadas Affect Your Fishing? (infographic)...
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Will Cicadas Affect Your Fishing? (infographic)

May 15, 2013
When parts of the U.S. experiences an explosion of cicadas there might be some concern fishing would be impacted. This insect only emerges every 10-17 years, but there are different "broods" around…
News & Tips: Crankbait Buyer's Guide
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Crankbait Buyer's Guide

May 15, 2013
  Natural Colors are useful for clear-water conditions, while bold colors such as chartreuse and firetiger excel in stained water. I don't know another lure with more size, shape and color…
News & Tips: Outfitting Your Fishing Canoe
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Outfitting Your Fishing Canoe

May 14, 2013
Fishing from a canoe has many advantages over aluminum or fiberglass motorized boats. Mainly, canoes are quiet and their portability makes them a top choice for anglers interested in remote…