In typical Atlantic Flyway fashion, every hunter from New York to Florida has been praying for a cold front to bring in a fresh wave of birds. So far, that hasn’t happened — at least not like it has in previous seasons. So far, the action has been good to...
“Aw, it’s just a spoonie.” How often have you heard that when a hunting partner picks up a duck or accepts one from an excited retriever, and that duck in hand turns out to be a northern shoveler? Perhaps you’ve even uttered and muttered similar words. Maybe it’s the big,...
For years, many waterfowl and upland-bird hunting rituals were passed down through generations. Fathers gave decoys to their sons. Old-timers bequeathed wool hunting coats to grandchildren. And season after season, semi-automatic shotguns would jam in the field — likely at the worst possible moments. Even some all-time great auto-loaders sometimes...
Date: Dec. 13 Location: Pacific Flyway, with emphasis on western Washington I know. I’m beginning to sound like the proverbial broken record here in southwestern Washington, but I’m just struggling . Stymied. Perplexed. True, there’s almost no sheet water anywhere, which is odd. However, the strangest part of the equation...
Caleb Byers closes the chapter, and the season, with the buck he calls “Split Brow.” Josh and Jared access what seems like a bulletproof bedding area. Mike Reed goes in with high hopes for a chance at “66." Don't Miss: 20 Deer Hunting Lies Your Granddaddy Told You Are you...
Being able to recognize and understand deer sign when you see it is important. It's a big part of woodsmanship. Here we talk about deer tracks and how to know what you're looking at when you see them. Don't Miss: 20 Deer Hunting Lies Your Granddaddy Told You Are you...
Kip Campbell with "Red Arrow TV" hunts big, rutting Iowa whitetails in this action-packed video. He nocks, locks and unloads an arrow when a big buck steps out. See it all right here. Don't Miss: 20 Deer Hunting Lies Your Granddaddy Told You Are you a deer hunter wanting to...
A western big game archery hunt is a dream for many bowhunters from the eastern U.S. and around the world. When most hunters think about a western hunting adventure, visions of bugling bull elk and giant mule deer are quick to come to mind. While these animals are certainly iconic...
It’s cold outside — very cold. Bone-chilling temperatures. Skin-slicing winds. Eye-blinding snow. It’s a winter not-so-wonderful wonderland out there right now. But hey, it’s still deer season, right? Actually, for most, deer season is over now. A handful of states still have a few days (or weeks) to go just...
Initially, scouting large waters for ducks seems pretty straightforward. A) Find big water. B) Grab binoculars. C) Look at said water through binoculars. Or, if you’re more hands-on, you can hop in a boat and motor around, provided the seas aren’t too rough. Those approaches work fine much of the...
You know how hungry you get when you’re out hunting or working in the freezing cold during a long winter day? How the cold seems to sap your energy and strength, making you think about eating a snack or checking your watch to see if it's time yet for lunch?...
Firearms full of hunting character and experience. Gently nicked wooden stocks and barrels bearing evidence of time afield. Guns passed along from grandparent to parent to young hunters filling the ranks. New shotguns and rifles too are given as gifts, along with wisdom to use these hunting tools safely. Sons...
