It was Christmas day 1990. Or '91. Más o menos. I was in my PJ's and I was rocking some mean bedhead. I probably hadn't slept much that night in anticipation of the delights under the Christmas tree waiting for me. The smell of Douglas fir and tamales was in the air. As was tradition, … Continue reading The Upland Hunter’s Gift Guide – Christmas 2020
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How to be a Hip-Uplander – The Ultimate Guide to Being a Hipster in the Uplands
The covey flushed. A whir of wings and a cloud of Valley Quail rose from the scrub oak into the clear and bright October sky. The shotgun raised instinctively and with a crack of the muzzle, one of the plump quail descended in a long arch back down to earth. Marking where the bird landed, … Continue reading How to be a Hip-Uplander – The Ultimate Guide to Being a Hipster in the Uplands
The Upland Hunter’s Gift Guide – Christmas 2019
The Christmas season is here. And that means my wife and all of my family are saying it's hard to shop for me and they are scrambling to find me a proper gift. My jaw drops every time I hear this. Like. Do you guys even know me? I'm the upland hunter in the family! … Continue reading The Upland Hunter’s Gift Guide – Christmas 2019
October Dreams
The anticipation for October begins weeks and months prior to October 1st. Spurred by a slight chill in the air and the smell of gun oil in the study, visions of game-birds cloud my mind. My attention shifts from sunny summer days on the beach, to long walks through golden grass. The feeling is familiar, … Continue reading October Dreams
Choosing Non-Toxic Ammo for Upland Hunting
Whether you agree with it or not, Non-Toxic ammo restrictions are becoming a reality and are picking up steam. For instance, California has completely banned lead ammo, including shot for upland game. Believe it or not, MANY states already have some form of restriction on lead shot for pursuing many types of upland game species … Continue reading Choosing Non-Toxic Ammo for Upland Hunting