“Walk softly and carry a big stick.” No where is Teddy Roosevelt’s advice more necessary than when you are in bear country. Bears are, under most circumstances, solitary and reclusive creatures who prefer retreat rather than confrontation when they encounter Read More
World Famous Bubba Blade Knives Bought by Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson’s and Thompson Center’s parent company, American Outdoor Brands Corp., announced it will buy Fish Tales, LLC, maker of Bubba Blade hunting and fishing knives. The acquisition follows last year’s buyout of Taylor Brands, LLC which made Schrade, Read More
4 Secrets for Great Tasting Game Meat
I love to eat game meat. Some of the best meat Larry and I have eaten have come from whitetail and mule deer, which is why if you’re having trouble with gamey-tasting animals, I have terrific tips to ensure your Read More
Winchester Announces New XPR Hunter Bolt-Action Rifle
Winchester has added the new XPR Hunter to their bolt-action rifle lineup. It follows the current fashion with a polymer stock, this one in Mossy Oak Break-up Country camo. Other features include Winchester’s M.O.A. trigger system, a two position, bolt Read More
Lions and Tigers and Bears Got Nuthin’ on This Critter
I live and hunt in dangerous game country. The mountains and forests which surround my home are filled with grizzly bear, black bear, wolf, mountain lion, wolverine, bobcat, and lynx. I’ve encountered most at one time or another (griz yet Read More
A Hunter’s Gamble: Waiting for the Deer Draw
It’s that time of year again. The time when your heart starts pounding, your mouth goes dry, and you keep checking the calendar every few minutes. You start thinking up new cuss words every time you can’t see it, and Read More