Those who explored and mapped out our great nation had no GPS, only the maps they made and a compass to guide them. In today’s modern world basic map and compass navigation are being replaced by the convenience GPS, however when these miracles of technology fail it’s best to have...
Anglers and hunters own some highly specialized gear. Much of it is exclusive to our particular pursuits, but there’s at...
There is something about ticking over into another year – on one hand, the new year is a celebration of...
With the rifle finished and spring bear season in full swing, it seemed sensible to bring the rifle into the field and see if I could connect on a bear with it. First I would need to spend some time with it on the range. I was curious to see...
I have been called a “gun snob” on more than one occasion and it really doesn’t bother me. In fact, to be truthful, I kind of take it as a compliment. I have earned that label due to my firearm choices. Although I do have a few stock pieces most...
So satisfying! Crumpling birds and dusting clays always brings a smile to my face. The recipe for success starts with...
Continuing on from my last column regarding the ongoing situation and the demand for shooting equipment still outweighing supply, today...
The air feels a bit colder in the lingering morning darkness, heavy fog clings low to the earth before the...
There are many reasons why black bears hold ground as my number one choice for hunting. For starters, they are super intelligent and craftier than other big game animals so pursuing them is always an exciting challenge. The main reason, though, is that if I don’t set my sights on...
The wind was howling out of the west and I settled my rifle onto a sturdy set of shooting sticks. I observed silently as my hunting partner rolled big rocks into the trees below, trying to unnerve the big mule buck we had spotted on the same ridge just half...









