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Inside around the fire while snow falls, watching the sunrise from the porch with a cup of coffee, or playing games around the table, there

Upland, whitetail, or big game; pushing through the popples behind a trusted dog, tucked up in a tree along a cedar swamp, or glassing...

Fly anglers, myself included, are among the worst of all gear junkies. The good news? That makes holiday shopping easy. I've assembled...

Light a fire, pour a drink, and settle into that comfy chair – winter is reading season. If you have someone on your holiday list that...

Switzerland. The destination had been on our bucket list for a while, but other travel, typically to warmer, sunnier climes during long...

Wild game is leaner, wilder, and requires more attention in the field and in the kitchen, but the advantages are always worth the effort....

“ OH SHIT!" The words erupt without permission after two quick strips and a metallic flash engulfs my streamer. The rod pulses wildly as...

Upland, big game, rifle, bow, or shotgun. Deep in the backcountry mountains, pushing through the popples, or tucked up in a stand along a...

If you have a fly angler on your holiday list, you likely know how gear crazy they are. Well, here are 30 of my favorite gift ideas from...

Inside around the fire while snow falls, or watching the sunrise from the porch with a cup of coffee, there's something special about...

From long backpacking trips, to car camping, or even day hikes, I've assembled 28 of my favorite gift ideas in a wide range of price...

If you have someone on your holiday list that enjoys reading, particularly about history, early explorations, Native American culture,...

Among friends and family, it's no secret that my two boys, Blake now 21 and Kyle now 23, out fish, out hike, and out hunt me on the...

For me turkey season starts about the time the ball drops on December 31 every year. I enjoy the preparation aspect of all hunts – the...

Well before the first gobble on the opener, most successful turkey hunters have done the nuts and bolts of what it takes to enjoy wild...

From backpacking to car camping or even the Toyota concept vehicle, there's something in this guide sure to make any camper on your list...

If you are anything like me, your holiday list probably includes a few books. I scoured my library for a few that have really stood out...

Whether you're chasing birds or bulls, hunting "out west" or Midwest, pursuing game with a bow, a shotgun, or rifle, trekking hills,...

Fly anglers, myself included, are among the worst of all gear junkies. That makes holiday shopping easy. I've assembled this list of over...

Hunt camp, fish camp, cabin, or weekend getaway, I've assembled over 30 unique ideas perfect for these moments - both indoors and out....

I am extremely fortunate to have a dad that introduced me to the outdoors at a young age. I owe most all of my passions in life to my...

The last Saturday in April always holds special promise here in Michigan – the celebrated opening of trout season. From the first...

When Allen reached out to me about putting together a gear list and a few tips for turkey hunting, I was a bit hesitant. I don't claim to...

“Utilize every part of the animal you can.” I’ll drop this line somewhere in a hunting conversation. Every time. I see it as a sign of...

Autumn is for hunting. There’s nothing better than grabbing an old double gun, whistling up the dog, and shuffling among the leaves for...

When I can't actually be outdoors exploring, hiking, camping, fishing or hunting I like to read about it. In fact, my Christmas list...

Every explorer needs a basecamp - a point from which all adventures originate and a place to reflect on adventures past. Some call it the...

From backpacking to car camping or even the ultimate "van life" experience, there's something on this list that's sure to make any camper...

It's no secret that I love to fly fish. It probably occupies more of my time and more of my wallet than anything else. It's also no...

Whether you're chasing birds or bulls, hunting "out west" or Midwest, pursuing game with a bow, a shotgun or rifle, trekking hills or...

Since I was young I've always dreamt of an "out west big game" hunt. Horseback, wall tent, wood stove, campfire dinner under the stars...

It's not even Halloween yet but I am already seeing a lot of holiday gift guides being published - the best gifts for tech junkies, the...

If you’ve ever hunted or hiked in the backcountry with no camp cook, you understand the struggle of enjoying a good meal - WITHOUT...

If you are anything like me you are itching to get back into the woods and rivers and mountains as soon as safely possible. Assuming all...

While I love hunting I am, by most any measure, an average hunter and even that might be a little generous. Fortunately I have some...

I often get asked about what gear I use for backpacking. Here is a fairly comprehensive overview to get you started.

Part 2 of the series. We'll cover some of the basic gear including rods, reels and fly line.

Some fly fishing basics to accelerate your venture into the sport.

For me, Winter is Chili season. Fires in the fireplace with a good book. Stouts and Bourbons in the glass. And Chili in the bowl. This...

For the sake of complete clarity, I’m neither a Crossfitter nor a competition powerlifter. Once upon a time, I could bench press 300...

My buddy, Chris Dyk, is an outdoorsman in every sense of the word. You'd be hard pressed to find him indoors in any season. From hiking,...

It's never too early to think about equipment maintenance. In fact, this is precisely the time of year we should be getting both our...

You’ve spent the last several months saving that hard-earned money. You’ve researched the forums, read the reviews and watched numerous...

It's the first day of Spring and, if you're anything like me, you can begin to see the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel. ...