Fishing Line, Choosing the Right one: Braid
There are about 500 different types and brands of fishing line on the wall in Bass Pro Shops. Braid, monofilament, fluorocarbon; all from companies...
Find Fish Fast on Unfamiliar Water
We are in the middle of the summer vacation season, and many of us are traveling. I’m currently writing this during leg 1 of...
Camping Hacks: Accomplish Anything With A Rope
Does everyone remember that scene from The Boondock Saints? You know, the one where Murphy is trying to convince Conner the necessity of rope for...
Log Cabin Technique: Thog Maketh Fire
Let's be real folks, Thog probably doesn't know shit about the Log Cabin Technique. Thog also spent a lot of nights freezing his ass...
You’ve Been Camping Wrong, And Your Ancestors Are Ashamed
Alright, men, sit down. We need to talk.
Historically, biologically, anthropologically, whatever evidence of the previous indication is used, there is one constant to be observed...
Using Soft Plastic Bait Catches More Summer Fish
Soft plastic bait is a lot like fishing line. There are hundreds to choose from and each kind has a different purpose in the...
The United States of the Great Outdoors: Pennsylvania (Pt. 2)
After writing the first part of The United States of the Great Outdoors: Pennsylvania, I was approached on social media by a PA local....
Fishing the Fall Transition
Fishing the fall transition can be fast-paced, or slower than a line at the DMV. Fall is upon us, well at least here in...
The Off-Season: Combating Hunting Withdrawal
Hunting season is still two months away. Come September a lot of seasons are opening up. Here in West Texas, it's September Teal season....
Camping Checklist: What You Should Bring
One of my New Years Resolutions is to go camping in 2018. It's been years since I've camped. I spend a lot of time...
Camping Trip to Complete that Weekend Fishing Trip
Why not turn your fishing trip into a camping trip as well? After all, fishing is an outdoor activity, and so is camping. If...
Budget Hunting: How to Afford the Hunt
Hunting is an expensive hobby to have. If you can even call it a hobby. Hunting for me is quickly turning into a lifestyle....
“This is my Boomstick” – Shotgun Edition
In every gun cabinet, and in every turkey hunt, a shotgun is (or was) a common sight across America. While a far cry from...
The United States of the Great Outdoors: New York
The first thought of New York is, of course, New York City. Fortunately for all the city-goers, there are some great outdoor activities the...
The United States of the Great Outdoors: Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania, home of the Liberty Bell, cheesesteaks, and steel. It's the same state where our Founding Fathers signed the middle finger directed at the...
Early Teal Season: Lessons Learned
Texas has three weeks in September for teal season. I managed to make it out twice for my first teal season, twice for my...
“This is my Boomstick” – Rifle Edition
Since the discovery of fire, creation has always sought out bigger and better ways to harness its power and apply it towards different intentions....
Firearm Safety Fundamentals: Safe Usage and Storage
The fundamentals of a thing are definitively the most important things to know. Firearms and firearm safety are no different. Whether you are considering...
Be a Better You by Hunting
Hunters are a dying breed. Year after year, the number of hunting licenses sold goes down which means the number of hunters is going...
Shore Fishing for Boatless Anglers
If you are anything like me, you don't own a boat. This is a normal aggravation for many of us stuck shore fishing. It's...
Rifle Sighting: Getting From on the Paper to in the Black
Whether its a new optic, new rifle, or opening day of deer season, your odds at a successful day in whatever your firearm sport...
Camping With A Family: Family Activities
Over the weekend the family and I went camping in Gettysburg, PA. I found that camping with small children can be challenging so I...
Diving: You Really Shouldn’t Do It
Hi folks, nice to meet you. I’m Jeff from Wisconsin. I hear that you’re thinking about taking up SCUBA diving? Well, I have one...
Not-So-Minimalist Camping
Over the Memorial Day Weekend, my wife and I decided to go on an overnight camping trip with a few friends. Now, I enjoy...
