Chances are (with a few exceptions) you live in or near an area that has mourning dove hunting. September 1st is observed as the peak of this birds migration and the opening day for dove in many states. This "pre-season" hunt usually runs from September 1st and for 15 consecutive days in California and other … Continue reading Beginner’s Guide to Dove Hunting – What, Where, When, Why & How
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Beginner’s Guide to Upland Hunting: Are you ready this time?
So, you missed out last year? Maybe you got all the gear and got cold feet last year. Maybe that bum you call a friend didn't show up on opening day with his dog like he promised. Perhaps you waited until you had every bit of gear and now you are actually ready to call … Continue reading Beginner’s Guide to Upland Hunting: Are you ready this time?
Iconic Shotguns of the Uplands: Ithaca 37
The first time I took that old Model 37 out was for a spur of the moment predator hunt back in 2015. Shortly after I took her out that same season for a Spring Turkey hunt. I had just got back into hunting from a short hiatus. By the time I headed out for gobblers … Continue reading Iconic Shotguns of the Uplands: Ithaca 37
Upland Season Checklist – 2017
I get a lot of questions from new hunters about what gear I carry into the field every season. If you read The Beginner’s Guide to Upland Hunting – Part 2, you may have a good idea of what gear I consider essential on my hunts. Much of the gear I use is affordable or … Continue reading Upland Season Checklist – 2017
Beginner’s Guide To Upland Hunting – Part 4: The Hunt and After
Excitement and adrenaline. It’s normal. The sleepless 5 hours passed by like molasses on a cold day. The alarm blares and you snap out of bed and hit the alarm before it wakes the grumpy bear sleeping next to you in your bed. 3am! Up and at ‘em! If ever there was an Olympic … Continue reading Beginner’s Guide To Upland Hunting – Part 4: The Hunt and After