January 28, 2025
Dave Barus

Snakes in Florida and elsewhere are part of life, if you hike, hunt or camp in wilderness areas – go prepared.
You’ll need comfortable, waterproof boots to insure your safety in thick brush and swampland.
Medical treatment for a venomous snakebite can exceed $100,000 – the cost of protective boots is an ...
Read More >> November 16, 2024
David Figura

Diving Plane colors do not matter to the fish.
Let the fish tell you what lure and what shape they want.
Multiple lines and multiple depths are simple with Dipsy Divers.
By David Figura
It was an October Lake Erie fishing trip that began mid-morning in Chautauqua County, New York, out of Barcelona Harbor, ...
Read More >> May 7, 2024
Dave Barus

Pic 1 of 1: Comparison of Deer Tick life stages over a dime: (L to R) larvae, nymph, adult male, adult female. Photo courtesy of Chautauqua County Health Department
Deer tick bites are painless. You must look to see if you have a tick embedded in you.
Deer ticks carry Lyme ...
Read More >> May 2, 2024
Dave Barus

Have you tried making your own wild turkey pastrami?
It’s easy and delicious.
You just need a smoker or pellet grill and the simple Hi Mountain Seasonings noted below.
By Karen Lutto
Ingredients:
2 to 3 lbs wild turkey breast
Hi Mountain Seasonings Game Bird & Poultry Brine Mix
2 tbsp Hi Mountain Seasonings Garlic Pepper Rub
1 tbs ground ...
Read More >> March 13, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Here is a long-lasting, cost-effective, highly robust soft plastic bait to endure the razor-sharp teeth of saltwater fish.
Save money, increase effective fishing time, and enjoy more moments reeling in fish.
Imagine catching 54 toothy saltwater fish on ONE plastic tail bait! I did this myself. It’s true.
By Forrest Fisher
Saltwater fish are ...
Read More >> February 12, 2024
Dave Barus

Prepare early for the next chilly season.
Hard to find comfy-warm pants that are silent too and provide safe storage zipper pockets in 8 places.
These pants have a waistband that keeps them there.
By Forrest Fisher
When you’re hunting or fishing where frigid air temps can be expected, you need your gear ready ...
Read More >> February 1, 2024
Dave Barus
The ice looked solid, but there was no one out there ice fishing.
It was my birthday, and this has been a tradition.
So glad that I had that Frabill Float Suit on.
By Forrest Fisher
Ardent musky angler Carl Schenk was fishing on his birthday Wednesday with his buddy Tom Reinhardt at the ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus
Catching fish is a lot about knowing how….there’s one source to check in the future if you are heading to Florida: Darcizzle Offshore TV.
Keeping and eating your catch requires training and a sharp knife: Check out the Darcizzle fillet knife from Smith Products in Arkansas.
Keeping the blade sharp is no ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus

3-Tool Package: Scissors, Needle-nose Pliers/Crimpers, Hook Remover
Cut wire, mono, braid easily…and will cut off hook shanks when required
High-Quality – priced under $45
Today’s fishermen are gearheads, no doubt about it. There are a myriad of specific rods, reels, lures, terminal tackle, and accessories to help them be successful in freshwater and ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus

Lure organization for crankbaits and spoons – tangle free lure access means less wasted fishing time
Wet protection, rubber seal barrier in the cover
Transportation vibration isolation, keeps shiny lures shining
Partition by color, size, lure type – store up to 90 spoons or 50 crankbaits, or any combination
By Forrest Fisher
Ever ask yourself, ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus

This new Browning shotgun has a number of features that elevate it above run-of-the-mill deer hunting shotguns. For 2021, the evolutionary new Maxus II sets its sights on whitetails with a Rifled Deer model.
The Maxus II is a fast-handling autoloading shotgun designed for hunting deer with a fully rifled barrel ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus

Gotta love the new durable camo coverage and protected metal-part finish on the new Winchester firearms in this modern world.
The Winchester® Super X4 Hybrid Hunter Woodland features a classic Woodland camouflage paired with a Cerakote Flat Dark Earth finish on the receiver and barrel. The is combination is an functional eye-catching ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
David Gray

By David Gray
Doug Minor just embarked on his latest fishing adventure. Although this is a business adventure, it is very much about fishing. It took some talking to get Doug, who led Strike King lures through 37 years of innovation and growth, to consider coming out of retirement just weeks ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus
Waterproof and fog-proof, tough aluminum eyecup tubes
Lightweight and compact, custom-molded hard case
Lifetime Warranty from German Precision Optics (GPO)
GPO USA PASSION™ 8×42 ED Binocular Wins Best Birding Binocular Award – Best Binoculars Reviews (BBR) has awarded the GPO PASSION 8×42 ED binocular with its 2020 Best Birding Binocular. Now in its tenth ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus

You see the Buck, the Elk, the Moose…but your bow is somehow unreachable. Now, a proven solution.
Reduce FROM a the game of CHANCE…TO a game of CHOICE.
Mount on your hip, on your treestand, on your backpack while hiking in. The Intuitive design makes bow retrieval fast and easy in any situation.
One ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Jason Houser

Significant Gifts for that one Significant Other, Outdoors Mom’s are special
Colorful 3-season and 4-season quilts, comfy outdoor footwear, bacteria-safe cutting board, a unique Wok w/ burner system
By Jason Houser
Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and significant others and children are not always the best at picking out gifts. Flowers die and ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Collin Voss

The Good, the Bad, the Ugly…Identify the “right” (best) ammo brand for your firearm before hunting
Federal Champion .22LR 40-Grain Ammo
CCI Hollow-Point .22LR 40-Grain Ammo
Winchester .22LR 40-Grain Ammo
By Collin Voss
I am not wise in this field, but I experienced this first hand and have enough facts that can end an ongoing debate ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus

This 12-gauge camo shotgun ships with 6 interchangeable choke tubes, including an extra-full version.
Picatinny rail mount option for optic addition is included.
QD swivels are attached at front and back
Whether the shot is longer-range or considerably closer, the CZ Reaper Magnum over-and-under offers choke tube options to fill your turkey tag. ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Josh Lantz
Avoid mistakes by watching, listening and adapting.
Calls, gentle yelps, clucks, but don’t over-call if the birds are quiet.
Read on to learn WHEN TO USE a decoy. The birds will always show you what they want.
By Josh Lantz
Most turkey hunters believe the opening days of the spring turkey-hunting season offer the ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Karen Lutto

Big critter on the ground, 4-miles from the road, you know what that means: skin, section, quarter, debone…you need the right tools BEFORE DARK.
At Hunt Camp back home, help all your buddies, field dress their big game prize QUICKLY, sharp cutting tools do the trick and make it easy
These Outdoor ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bob Holzhei

Choose rod type, length, action
See a custom rod-building catalog, simplify choices
Order, sort the parts, prepare the parts, follow the instructions, get it done, and SEE BELOW
By Bob Holzhei
Building a custom fishing rod is much easier and more affordable than many fishermen think! I’m not a rod-builder, but I met a ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Jason Houser

Learn about different turkey call materials that offer different turkey sounds
Soundboard, plating surface, striker – all offer options in tone choice
Learning the sound variations and practicing tone undulations with your own call, it’s the MOST FUN and will help you learn the turkey calling ropes
By Jason Houser
Turkey calls are at ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Mike Schoonveld

We created a happy oriole colony around our home by providing grape jelly feeders
Abandoned (used) oriole nests are never used again by the orioles
The nests proved to be surprisingly easy to “harvest”
By Mike Schoonveld
How often have you watched a scene in an old western movie where a good guy is ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Jason Houser

The 1st Boot Question is always: Are they comfortable?
Then, depending on where you plan to hunt: Will the boots keep me warm if it’s cold outdoors?
Last, and very important: Are the boots durable, waterproof, and breathable?
By Jason Houser
There are a lot of things that can make or break a hunt.
Some ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Karen Lutto

By Karen Lutto
Your delicious roasted turkey will be the centerpiece on the family table at Christmas dinner. To ensure a beautifully tender, moist and flavorful turkey this holiday, here is one easy recipe using flavor from Hi Mountain Seasonings for a “Bourbon-Glazed Holiday Turkey”. This is a true treat for ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Fishing in the fall for bass provides primal competition to meet with nature and the biggest fish
Baits that trigger a strike are hard to find, but there is one key thing to know, read on
Lure balance, hook point quality, color, rate of wobble and wiggle, all are key
LIVETARGET David Walker ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Mike Schoonveld

New gear today talks to us in new ways that make finding fish and trying to catch them more fun
You can connect your phone, your radio, your drone…to your sonar
Installation is easy, it’s all pictorial…even I could do it
By Mike Schoonveld
As the people point to the sonar unit on my ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Glenn Walker

For those nighttime fishing excursions or when you are rigging up early in the morning for a day on the water, the new Lure Lock LED Box is designed to help you easily see those small tackle items in the dark. In addition, for anglers that use glow-in-the-dark lures, the ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Fishing rod guides bend and don’t break
Hi-modulus sensitivity rod blanks from Scheel’s allowed for detecting the lightest of strikes
“Smart Boat” technics from Humminbird for total position control to target hotspots
By Forrest Fisher
Walleye fishing legend, Johnnie Candle, suggested that we look at mid-river shoals on the Mississippi River near La Crosse, ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Mike Schoonveld

The trailer test vehicle was the Sequoia Toyota Limited with 5.7L V8 gasoline engine, 4WD.
It handled my 5,000-pound boat flawlessly at the ramp and on the road.
While towing, the instant mileage readout varied from 9 to 14 mpg, depending on conditions and speed.
By Mike Schoonveld
For us guys with boats that ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
David Gray

200HP V6 Yamaha Outboard for 555 pounds
Instant Acceleration to 57 mph
By David Gray
Karen Lutto and I had barely shaken hands with the Yamaha outboard motor team when they gave us the Yamaha Marine “Hot Sheet” for their V- MAX/SHO 200Hp X-Shaft. As I looked over the motor specs, Product Education ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Karen Lutto

Every fisherman knows, or quickly learns, that retrieving your catch or baitfish from the Livewell can be a sticky and painful experience—that is until now. With the Angler’s Best Livewell Buddy, retrieving your catch or baitfish, even the elusive pinfish, is quick, easy and painless.
The Livewell Buddy is a flexible, ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus

From Navionics: We believe details are important, especially while on the water. Let’s dive in and see how the latest app release can make your boating experience easy and fun.
Drop a marker with one tap.
Have you ever needed to quickly add a marker on your location while boating or fishing? Well, now ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Tyler Mahoney

Why do we need a SMALL portable charger with BIG energy?
By Tyler Mahoney
As much as many of us would hate to admit, we all probably need a solution for a portable charger when we are out hunting and fishing. In between cell phones or GoPro’s, it seems there is always ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Heather Miller
Berkley® Lights the Night with Illuminated Glowstik Fishing Rods
The new Berkley Glowstik rods boast a unique battery-powered technology that enables the rod to glow orange, so anglers can better see when fishing at night. The rods feature a fiberglass blank construction with an LED core, illuminating a lightweight fiber-optic cable ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Glenn Walker

Tak Logic Technology Gel has started to lock-up all those lost favorite lures in tackle boxes around the fishing world. Lure Lock continues to lead the tackle management industry with the introduction of its new 4-inch deep tackle box. The deeper 4-in-1 box offers a unique divider system, allowing anglers ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

No O-rings, plastic retainers, rubber bands or other things to lose on these broadheads
Same cost as other high-performance broadheads
100 and 125-grain sizes, with 2-inch and 2-1/4 inch cutting diameters, respectively
By Forrest Fisher
For decades, big game broadhead engineers have come up with quite a few evolutions for change to make a ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus

By Forrest Fisher
No matter where I travel with a fishing rod, catching fish on the surface is absolutely the most exciting. In some cases, it’s also the most effective. Not all surface lures work the same, but there is one lure that seems to always stand out when I ponder ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bob Holzhei

Durable and innovative line of outdoor cookware
Ultimate outdoor eating solution integrated into one package
By Bob Holzhei
Our four children, my wife and I, have camped throughout our lives. We started first with a 9 by 9 tent, then moved up to a pop-up camper, then a travel trailer, and finally ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus

On May 15 (2019), Major League Fishing provided special news that Zoom Bait Company will release the new Z-Swim 3.8, a ribbed swimbait that swims naturally, emulates a wide variety of baitfish and can be used from the surface down into the deepest lairs of wary bass. Savvy tournament anglers ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
David Gray

A love story about fishing, grandpa and grandkids
Colorful, thoughtful, heartfelt…a great gift
By David Gray
It’s a Super Book and more.
It is a short story, well-written with the passion and message that all fishermen will immediately understand.
Why Does Grandpa love to Fish will touch you. It will bring a tear to the ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus
Hunter Safety System youth models also available in “Fistful of Dirt” Mossy Oak® Bottomland®
The Lil’ Treestalker harness is made to keep your youth hunter safe when you take the kids upstairs in a tree. The youth harness also features ElimiShield® Hunt Scent control technology, just like the adult models. ElimiShield ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus

By Dave Barus
I have carried one of these to my deer woods for more than 50 years now. Today, there are more options to choose from, lightweight handles and more, but the reality of the device as a tool for sportsmen is unchanged. I cannot believe this is selling for ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bob Holzhei

Rod length, sensitivity, power, flex…all these factors matter
Setting the hook, it’s the best feeling with a rod you helped design
Rattlesnake skin and other custom handles personalize rods to the individual
By Bob Holzhei
“The sensitivity in any fishing rod can be determined by placing the tip of the rod against your throat ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Slithering Action, new colors never seen before
Chunky, weighty, easy to cast
Tail seems to have buoyancy, making the worm totally new
By Forrest Fisher
Ever noticed that fish everywhere become familiar with seeing the same lure over and over? What worked last year simply is not working this year. It’s frustrating, right?
Sometimes when ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Karen Lutto

They arrive vacuum-sealed for sanitation and easy packing, as they take up very little room in your pack.
Small Blood Red Game Bag measures 30 x 18 inches with a 5-inch side gusset and a 12-inch meat flap.
Large Blood Red Game Bag is 42 x 22 inches w/a 6-inch side gusset ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Karen Lutto

What to get that special someone for Valentines Day? One answer is right here
Not sure what to get that special someone for Valentines Day? The answer is at your finger tips. Just type www.himtnjerky.com into your browser, and a plethora of fabulous gifts ideas will appear, making it hard to ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Brassard

SHOT Show marks 10th straight year at Sands Expo Center
The 41st Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade ShowSM (SHOT Show®), owned and operated by the National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®), finished its four-day run in Las Vegas with many notable successes, including a new record for exhibitors in its Suppliers Showcase ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Glenn Walker

Get your tackle box organized with this easy and affordable “stick-to-it” lure container idea
Avoid a Tackle Disaster by Winning the “Lure Lock Effect” Sweepstakes
From Ettrick, Wisconsin, the Lure Lock folks wants you to avoid a tackle disaster by entering the Lure Lock Effect Sweepstakes where one lucky winner will walk ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Help Youth Groups, Military Veterans, Conservation
Free Entry to Holiday Sportsman Show
Visit with Outdoor Vendors offering Giant Discount Options
By Forrest Fisher
We all have outdoor youth friends (4H) and most of us have met more than one disabled military hero, you know these groups need our support. A little can go a ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Morgan McCalla

Winter’s arrival means a period of transition, not just for animals, but for plants as well. Understanding how plants go through this phase and what they need to better survive winter can be important. That’s why the folks at Chestnut Hill Outdoors do more than just sell you plants. In ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Karen Lutto

The overwhelming popularity of the Outdoor Edge replaceable-blade folding knives—the Razor Pro, the RazorBlaze and the RazorLite EDC™—has led to the introduction of the RazorMax, the company’s first fixed-blade knife to also feature the patented RazorSafe replaceable blade system.
The Outdoor Edge RazorMax ascends to a new level by becoming first ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Karen Lutto

Holiday Sportsman Show is FREE, is Online, Is Open for Business
Cash in on Sales, No traffic, No Crowds
Sales Benefit to Military Veterans, Youth, Conservation
The much-anticipated Online Holiday Sportsman Show is officially open for business. Tour the virtual exhibit halls for fabulous savings from the comfort of your home. ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Karen Lutto

Kill Odor-Causing Compounds for Long-Lasting Odor Protection
Scent Control for Hunters’ Clothing and Gear
Hair, Body Wash and Laundry Scent Control Products
DANVILLE, Ala. (Nov. 6, 2018) — ElimiShield® HUNT Scent Elimination Spray, which bonds to all types of fabrics, rubber, metal and other surfaces to continually kill odor-causing compounds for long-lasting odor ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Morgan McCalla

Hunter Safety in Treestands Require Getting There Safely
Portable Ladder Sticks for Climbing Trees
Easy Install and Easy Removal are a BIG PART of Hunter Safety
By Aaron McCaleb
Hunters typically have a lot of gear, so pay close attention to what they are taking into the field. Every tree-stand hunter has a few ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Midsole support and solid heel fit helped heal my knee bones
Semi-automatic shoe-lacer, especially good for old guys
For hunting – they’re scent-free, waterproof and handsome to deer to stare at while I draw my bow
By Forrest fisher
In my short seven decades of hunting, hiking, fishing and camping, I have bought and ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus

For hunters that prefer the appearance and warmth of a wood stock, Winchester Repeating Arms® has introduced a new Sporter model to the XPR® bolt-action rifle line.
The new rifle features a close-grained Grade I walnut stock with crisp checkering on the pistol grip and fore-end for a classic look and ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Karen Lutto

New Lure offers Sight, Sound and Scent attraction
Walk-the-Dog Style Action Lure
High Buoyancy adds to Retrieve Ease and Strike-Provoking Magic
The Odin “Frigg” is a half-ounce popper designed with a large cupped face to churn plenty of water and create the surface disturbance that attracts bass and other freshwater fish. With five ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Kevin Howard

Tri-mode DPS and Updated Passenger seating
Priced under $10,000 USD
1,650-lbs towing capacity
The new Can-Am Outlander MAX 6×6 4DPS 450 ATV, complete with true six-wheel traction and an incomparable versatility, is built to haul gear and get the job done. Along with a few of its own functional features, like its clever ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Irreplaceable Item for Family Fun Outdoors
Hot or Cold Vacuum Bottle for All-Day Use
Unbreakable, Unleakable, Efficient, Lightweight, Affordable & Colorful
By Forrest Fisher
My daughter was in a hurry to meet up with her family for a long overdue camping vacation. The kids were waiting in the van outside the house all prepped ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
David Gray

Real world boat tests are always the best. They answer the questions of how will this boat run, ride, fish and perform after purchase. The test of this 2015 LUND 1850 Impact XS was very real. We had scheduled an on the water testing with its new owner prior to ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
Essential info for boaters, clubs, marinas at BoatUS.com/hurricanes
ALEXANDRIA, Va., September 5, 2017 – According to the National Hurricane Center, Florida may have up to four days to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Irma, a “potentially catastrophic Category 5” storm now approaching the Leeward Islands.
While it’s difficult to determine landfall, ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
By SportDOG Staff
Reliability, simplicity, and effectiveness are among the reasons to use a bark-control collar, as well as why they’ve become increasingly more common with dog owners in recent years.
However, when the electronic bark-control collar was first introduced, questions and skepticism regarding its use were brought up by multiple sources. ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
Never Swim Near Boat Docks that have Electrical Power.
Freshwater Docks are More Dangerous than Saltwater Docks.
Someone in Trouble? Shut Down Power to Dock First.
Follow this Rule: “Reach, Throw, Row, but DON’T GO.”
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The fatalities over the weekend of an 11-year-old girl in New Jersey and 19-year-old young man ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Mike Pehanich

New moderately priced line from Berkley includes walking baits, waking baits, poppers, ploppers and prop baits
Ten lure types in 16 size variants and 23 colors
Designed by Bassmaster Elite Angler Justin Lucas and Forrest Wood Cup Champ Scott Suggs
By Mike Pehanich
The new Berkley topwater line introduced at ICAST 2018 straddles the ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
While many hunters know that permanent hunting blinds can be very comfortable, they also picture blinds that are made of old plywood, are hard to see out of, and might not be safe if they are a couple of seasons old.
If you’re dismissing rigid-sided hunting blinds because that’s what you ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Expert Guides DO Simplify Catching Fish – with simple JIGS
Rainy Day BLESSINGS on the Rainy River
One BEST Fillet Tool CAN SIMPLIFY Cleaning Walleye by the Dozen
By Forrest Fisher
We arrived in the front lobby of Sportsman’s Lodge on the Rainy River in Baudette, MN, The weather was cold and nasty, ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin

Serve Yourself Comfort, Hot or Cold!
By Doug Howlett
Every year, companies develop and introduce new products that serve an entirely new purpose or make minor enhancements to an existing category of products. Few products ever redefine an entire market, but that is exactly what Austin, Texas-based Yeti has done with the ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

For Gardeners, Hunters, Hikers, Fishermen and others too
Every so often, you find something among all the functional items out there for sportsmen that can really make a difference in your outdoor experience. Last summer I found one of those items, it is the Real Avid Multi-Cutter. I have used this ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Jim Low

Warm weather is back. Hooray! Break out the camo clothes and turkey calls, fishing rods and binoculars. It’s time to enjoy the great outdoors again, but as you pursue outdoor fun, don’t forget that there are some less-than-desirable things pursuing you as well. Foremost among those things are ticks, there ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Business Takes a NEW Direction
Lure of Autumn Bass Fishing, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon
Sights of Colorful Foliage
Plans for Waterfowl Hunting, Stream Fishing for Brook Trout
By Forrest Fisher
My workday plan was busy with a business trip from New York City to Montreal. The airport traffic was heavy, the security lines long, longer ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Mike Pehanich

Strip Pit Largemouth Bass LOVE ‘EM
Choppo Plopper Action is NEW and DEADLY
Designed by Bassmaster Elite angler Justin Lucas
The Berkley® Choppo, one of 10 lures introduced with Berkley’s new topwater line at ICAST 2018, played to smashing reviews from Illinois strip mine bass…and a prominent Peoria angler/chef.
By Mike Pehanich
The “Plopper” lure ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin

A former United States president, a noted bass fishing educator, and one of the most innovative designers of soft plastic lures will join the current 59 members when they are formally inducted into the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame in March. During their fall meeting, the Bass Fishing Hall of ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Bass Pro Shops assisting in Texas rescue and relief efforts in wake of Hurricane Harvey
More than 80 boats deployed for rescue efforts, donations for immediate relief
HOUSTON – Aug. 28, 2017: Bass Pro Shops is coordinating with local, state and federal agencies – including police, fire and rescue teams on the ground ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
By NYSDEC
iSeeMammals is a new citizen science project of DEC and the New York Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit at Cornell University. It collects data to help researchers and DEC biologists study the distribution and size of the black bear population in New York. iSeeMammals will help researchers collect ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Mike Pehanich

By Mike Pehanich
Getting a kayak from your vehicle to the water can sometimes be the toughest challenge of the day. Save time and energy for the fish by outfitting your kayak with a set of wheels!
One of the kayak angler’s most important accessories seldom reaches the water.
The kayak cart!
Wheeled kayak ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Heather Miller

RACINE, Wis., July 10, 2018 – Today Humminbird® announces a new extension of its AutoChart® Live mapping capability – AutoChart LiveShare. LiveShare is a free online service that allows Humminbird users to download AutoChart Live mapping information from others and add it to their own map collection, as well as upload ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

By Forrest Fisher
Some of us white beard anglers of today grew up fishing surface frogs 60 years ago.
At first, we baited real frogs, but after we ran out, plastic frogs were invented in the late 50s and we learned how to use them fishing with short, deep-sea fishing rods ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Mike Pehanich

Hodgman H5 Storm Jacket and H5 Storm Bib
Hodgman Core INS Jacket and Core INS Bib Liner Pants
No-Nonsense, Easy to Use
Comfortable, Essential, Affordable and Effective
By Mike Pehanich
To choose the right gear…if you’re an avid four-season outdoorsman, the hunt for foul weather outerwear is never-ending.
Hence we return to the sportsman’s eternal ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Karen Lutto
Lady Hunter’s Need to be Safe…and Looking Good!
DANVILLE, Ala. (April 23, 2018) – In recent years, the number of women spending time in tree stands and putting fresh meat on the table has continued to rise. In order to keep these women hunters safe, comfortable and looking their best, HSS ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dan Stefanich
Heavier, Smaller, More Dense Jigs offer Increased Sensitivity and are Environmentally Safe
By Dan Stefanich
The secret to catching fish through the ice is out and being embraced by open water anglers. For many years, Clam Pro Tackle has been helping ice anglers achieve success from enjoying the benefits of tungsten jigs ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Josh Lantz
PLANO’S HARDWORKING WEEKEND SERIES OF SOFT TACKLE BAGS RECEIVES KEY UPGRADES FOR 2018
Plano, IL (April 10, 2018) – If fishing for a living is your dream, don’t let us or anyone else burst your bubble. But until that day rolls around, most of us need to work real jobs to ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Kevin Howard
WEST POINT, MS – Mossy Oak is excited to announce that Justin Boots is now offering America’s No. 1 Camo Pattern, Break-Up Country, on their newest boot made specifically for the hunter.
The 17-inch Shrublands Square Toe boot from the Justin Stampede™ Collection, designed for keeping your feet dry and protected ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
I Need a Break
Where Spring Breakers meet Wave Breakers with Sunrise, Sunshine, Sea Shells & a Sunset Cruise
@pinkhairgreenthumb
A spring break vacation doesn’t have to include spring breakers. If you’re looking for a getaway that’s more laid-back than party-central, there are plenty of beaches to consider – but there aren’t many as memorable ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Glenn Walker
New Tackle Box Design is Innovative in one area where it is Hard TO BE NEW
Keeps Lures Protected, Keeps Hooks & Weights from Bouncing Around
Multiple Sizes, Durable, Shock Resistant….MADE IN THE USA!
Matt Lee is Young Talent on Bassmaster Elite Series Excited to Use Innovative Cases
ETTRICK, Wisconsin – Lure Lock ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus
By Dave Barus
A new book about Adventure, Tragedy, Death, Life, Peace, Mystical Intervention, Joy, Leadership.
I couldn’t put it down. This book offers all that in just 122 pages! It’s in the running for the Pulitzer Prize this year.
“The Mountains Shall Depart” by Robert E. Holzhei shares a secret ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Jack Gavin - Phantom Lures
Phantom Lures Line Up of Baits Now Use Thru-Wire Technology
Ramsey, MN – Jan 17, 2018: Phantom Lures, widely known for its design and manufacture of high quality, proven baits will now be using Thru-Wire Technology in its lineup of baits. The strong, single wire design connects the tow point and ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Traditions Media
Park Falls, WI (March 1, 2018) — America’s most maniacal rod engineers have struck again, answering the call for a spinning version of the immensely popular Legend Glass.
St. Croix’s Legend Glass rod series took home top freshwater rod honors at ICAST 2016 for blending classic fiberglass feel to modern, IPC® ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Britney Starr
Knoxville, Tennessee (January 12, 2018) – SportDOG® Brand, an industry-leading manufacturer of electronic dog-training products and accessories, has expanded its line of e-collars with the unveiling of the new SportTrainer family. Designed with ease-of-use and durability in mind, the systems are DryTek® – waterproof and submersible to 25 feet and ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus
Browning Camping is proud to release the Refuge, a new sleeping bag that offers campsite comfort and versatility. The mummy-shaped bag, offers top-of-the-line features that Browning Camping’s customers expect. A center zipper can be zipped from the bottom for additional venting, and TechLoft Gold insulation ensures warmth (the Refuge comes ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Are Your Kids Part of the Keypad Generation?
If So, Find Suggestions for a Remedy Here
By Forrest Fisher
Worried about your kids or grandkids and their continuous attention to some sort of keypad? You know you are, so am I. They are growing up with something missing, but none of us know ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Traditions Media
Raymarine Digital Switching offers control, monitoring and automation of boat systems
WILSONVILLE, OR (January 31, 2018) – Anchor Lights, Aerators, Bilge Pumps, Blowers, Cabin Lights, Courtesy Lights…does this sequence sound familiar? It’s the switch panel on your helm, and it’s just part of the A to Z listing of your boat’s electrical ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Josh Schwartz
Cover water with the all-new Mepps® Aglia® Flashabou. The new Mepps® Aglia® Flashabou combines the vibration and flash of a classic Mepps Aglia blade with a highly reflective, hand-tied flashabou tail for attractive, shimmering action in the water.
Mepps® Aglia® Flashabou spinners beam prisms of light to attract fish and are ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Laura Burgess
Fredericksburg, Texas (January 2018) – Cimarron Firearms, recognized as the leader in quality and authenticity in Old West replica firearms, reveal their exclusive US Marshal 1873 Model carbine at the 2018 SHOT Show, in celebration of “The Gun that Won the West.”
Early in 2017, Cimarron received a request from an ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
The 2018 Jeep vehicle lineup consists of the Cherokee, Compass, Grand Cherokee, Renegade and Wrangler.
Family Alerts
From new teen drivers to an aging parent, the new Family Alerts feature provides peace of mind when they are out on the road. Vehicle owners can set boundary limits, monitor driving speed and pinpoint ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Ted Pilgrim - Traditions Media
Five Top Hardwater Hacks, Off the Radar
By Ted Pilgrim, Traditions Media
This isn’t one of those articles giving props to piles of mainstream, traditional ice fishing tackle. For that, you might simply step in to your local outdoor store and buy an ice auger, shelter or lure from any of the ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus
Compact, Durable, Affordable
Fits in Your Pockets
Great Holiday Gifts
By Forrest Fisher
Usually with unexpected gunboat diplomacy, winter delivers nasty weather. Bone-chilling cold is predicted for the 2017 Christmas holiday period in many parts of the country, but don’t panic.
For outdoor folks, heading out on a hunting trip or planning to fish ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
A Highly Versatile Walleye Bait that Produces in a Variety of Situations
Ramsey, MN (Nov 13, 2017) – Phantom Lures, widely known for its design and manufacture of high-quality proven fishing baits is pleased to introduce the arrival of the Tilly, a new walleye catcher that has the versatility to tackle ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Personal CARRY-IN-YOUR-POCKET Live Bait Container…it’s called “BAIT-UP”
KEEP the LIVE BAIT ALIVE!
No Nets, No Wet Hands, No Lost Bait…GREAT FOR WADING ANGLERS
Innovative, Portable, Durable, Inexpensive….Convenient and Effective
WORKS GREAT for Kayakers, Ice Anglers, Shore Fishing Anglers that Wade, for Everyone Else
By Forrest Fisher
Are you one of those anglers dedicated to simple ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus
Crossbow Broadhead Blends Fixed and Mechanical Technology
SUPERIOR, Wis. (Oct. 3, 2017) — Due to customer demand, the popular Trocar HBX hybrid crossbow broadhead that blends the most lethal and accurate fixed-blade broadhead with a pair of center-pivot blades that deploy on contact for massive cuts on large animals is now available ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus
Rapala Ice Bait Family:
Jigging Rap® — the world’s No. 1 ice lure
Slab Rap®
Ultra Light Rippin’ Rap® No. 3
Nothing will excite a hardwater die-hard like unwrapping a selection of Rapala’s best-in-class baits. Including world-renowned options like the iconic Jigging Rap® — the world’s No. 1 ice lure — and innovative models ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
Name of product:
Kidde Fire Extinguishers with PLASTIC HANDLES
Hazard:
The fire extinguishers can become clogged or require excessive force to discharge and can fail to activate during a fire emergency. In addition, the nozzle can detach with enough force to pose an impact hazard.
Remedy: Replace (Free Replacement)
Recall date: November 2, 2017
Recall number: ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
2018 Ram 1500 Hydro Blue is this year’s final special-edition Sport model
Hydro Blue monochromatic appearance package is loaded with custom details
MSRP starts at $46,060
Nov. 7, 2017. San Antonio – Ram today pulled the wraps off a new, special-edition 2018 Ram 1500 Hydro Blue Sport.
“The custom look and high-impact colors ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Big Bucks, Acorns and Apples
Dreaming about Scent Control
Elevated Hunting Stands REQUIRE SAFETY AWARENESS
Prusik, Gravity, Your Whitetail Deer Hunting Future
By Forrest Fisher
The phrase “Whitetails Unlimited” is catchy if you are a deer hunter, especially a whitetail deer hunter. It’s also the name of an organization that has more than 100,000 ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
By Forrest Fisher
So just what’s in a worm that is not a real worm? Why do fish even think about biting it?
It might be a lot of things, but there is simple mystery, appetite, movement, unusual size, smell, color, contrast and perhaps…hunger.
Mister Twister’s NEW 12″ Mag 12 BUZZ Worm is ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus
Henry Repeating Arms Donates 54 Custom-Designed Octagon Barrel Firearms to Help Cause
Special Edition Bids, Open to Public…Bid on GunBroker.com, item #705771173
BAYONNE, NJ, October 9, 2017– Henry Repeating Arms of Bayonne, NJ, and Rice Lake, WI, designed 54 SPECIAL EDITION custom .22 caliber Henry Lever Action Octagon barrel rifles to help ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Competition Begins Oct. 5, 2017
Live Weigh-In Results Available On-Line
Follow David Fritts, Scott Martin, Fred Roumbanis and many other top pro’s
No Surprise What Lures are Catching Bass in South Africa…Read On.
From State College, Pa., we learn that fishing fans are in for a Gold Medal fishing competition treat this week. The ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Fast, easy, bore cleaning
Simple, clean storing solution
Ergonomic grip for ease of use
Compact design to go where you go
Made by REAL AVID
By Forrest Fisher
From the Real Avid folks and their barrel of innovation, comes the ultra-compact Bore Boss®. It’s the first ever self-storing, easy-feeding, clean-pulling, field-ready, hassle-free, pure-genius bore cleaner that ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Wonders of Wildlife provides Tribute to Fish and Wildlife
Wonders of Wildlife NATIONAL MUSEUM & AQUARIUM is Extraordinary
Founder, Johnny Morris, Has Provided a Trail to Lifelong Conservation in the Outdoors through Fishing, Bass Pro Shops and now, WONDERS OF WILDLIFE
Rick Clunn will Attend
By Forrest Fisher
One of the most respected ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
FLW Costa Series to Buffalo, NY
Competition Event Set for July 26-28, 2018
Eastern Lake Erie Bass Fishing Resource DRAWS WORLD CLASS ANGLERS
Abundant Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass will Provide Highlight for Region
BUFFALO, N.Y. – September 8, 2017 – On July 26th – 28th, Buffalo will welcome an estimated field of 150 boats ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
FAIRFAX, Va. – The Eddie Eagle GunSafe® Program, NRA’s groundbreaking gun accident prevention course for children, has achieved another milestone by reaching its 30 millionth child.
Created in 1988 by past NRA President Marion P. Hammer, in consultation with elementary school teachers, law enforcement officers and child psychologists, the program provides ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Dave Barus
SUPERIOR, Wis.. (Aug. 15, 2017) — Tru-Fire, the leading brand for mechanical archery releases, has introduced the single-jaw Bulldog Foldback™ Buckle strap-style archery release. Like all Tru-Fire releases, the new Bulldog is made in the USA, and it features several patented Tru-Fire innovations and a wide range of adjustments. It ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Gain the ScentLok Advantage with Full Season Taktix™
Every Year We Learn from Successful Hunters: They admit, CONCEALING Human Odor is at Top of List
We Found this Affordable, Comfortable, Concealable
Muskegon, MI (August 14, 2017) – Fooling a deer’s eyes and ears can be relatively easy. Stealth and woodsmanship play critical roles, ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
Cast. Reel. Twitch.
Reel. Rip! Reel. Stop!
Wait for it … Set the hook!
Boat your latest trophy catch courtesy of the groundbreaking RipStop®, the exhilarating new fast-ripping, hard-stopping, hard-plastic boot-tail rip bait from Rapala®.
“This is the kind of bait that gives you goose bumps,” says Rapala Director of Field ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
David Gray
PRODUCT REPORT:
Eyecon® ECS-70LF, 7ft., Lite-Power, Fast-Action, SCII Graphite
When a Fishing Rod Icon creates a Walleye Fishing Eyecon®
By David Gray
Part of the fun in the sport of fishing is the never-ending search for new equipment that works and fishes better. Last April, a friend introduced me to a new rod, the ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Need a durable camp cooker that folds up to a VERY SMALL SIZE and can do it all for hunters, fishermen, campers or tailgate fun? Check out FireDisc® Cookers: https://www.firedisccookers.com/products/ to see the manner of set-up, take-down and storage. So simple.
Yet, FireDisc is massively overbuilt, is still light in ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
15 new VIDEO SHORTS by BoatUS Editors on How-To FIX, LEARN & DO Practical Boating Projects
NOT HOLLYWOOD, Calif., August 7, 2017 – What are the most common boating tasks when boat owners need to ask for help? Editors at BoatUS Magazine, the trusted voice of American boating, compiled a list ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Tyler Mahoney
Hands-On REVIEW of a Cabela’s Product: Video & Commentary
Affordable & Works Perfect for Small Boats
Durable & Adjustable, but Instructions are Difficult
By Tyler Mahoney
“Up until this summer, I had never personally used sonar electronics to aid in my fishing. I finally broke down and bought a small Lowrance Hook 4x Sonar ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
GAME-CHANGER: EChip with Proven Phantom Musky Baits, will be MORE DEADLY than ever
Select Phantom Lures will include Pro-Troll EChip
Ramsey, MN (August 21, 2017) – Phantom Lures, widely known for its design and manufacture of tournament-winning muskie lures and innovative walleye and bass crankbaits, is excited to announce their exclusive partnership ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium OPENS Sep, 21, 2017
Will be Largest, most interactive, dynamic Fish and Wildlife “Experience” in the World.
Located next to Bass Pro Shops National Headquarters in Springfield, Missouri.
Will also be the New Home for BASS FISHING HALL OF FAME
By Forrest Fisher
The hair on ...
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Forrest Fisher
Handy hand-hold knife handle
Four blade inserts
Any common utility knife blade will fit as a replacement blade!
Priced under $40
A Speed Load Tactical model knife has been introduced by Browning for 2017. The new knife features a folding liner lock blade with four replaceable 420J2 stainless steel razor blade inserts. The ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Jim Low
Certain optional kayak gear is handy and necessary.
Customize your fishing kayak for comfort and function.
By Jim Low
With a new Kayak, there are quite a few features to look for, understand and think about. Here are some of the features that are important to me:
ADJUSTABLE SEATS & FOOT BRACES
Before writing a ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
From their home in Superior, Wi., Rocky Mountain brand has roared back to life with the introduction of innovative new broadheads as well as a new lineup of archery sights. Leading the sight lineup is the new Rocky Mountain Driver sight that can be adjusted for elevation quickly, easily, and ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Jim Low
These craft are made to order for fishing small and remote waters.
You will never go back to aluminum canoes once you’ve fished from a kayak.
You can customize a fishing kayak for anything.
By Jim Low
Ask anyone who has fished an Ozark stream (or anywhere) in a kayak, and you are likely ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
The 360GT is Simple and Affordable.
Toss it out, Retrieve it…that Simple.
Learn why it Works Here, see the Video.
By Forrest Fisher
Rapala created a series of lures that allow anglers more understanding about their fish-attracting products just by reading the label. For example, the new “DT” series of Rapala’s are labelled DT-4, ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
Most important bow buying decision…
By Larry Wise, International Champion Target and Field Archer, and International Coach
The most important decision, by far, when buying a bow is getting the right draw length. Without the proper knowledge and some expert advice, the novice – and even some experienced archers – have made ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
Nautilus Reels Supports NO PEBBLE MINE Conservation
NEW Nautilus Reel Features Artwork symbol NO PEBBLE MINE
MIAMI (March 17, 2017) — Recognizing the enduring challenge of defending watersheds and resources, Nautilus Reels is pleased to support the efforts of Trout Unlimited’s Alaska Program and their work to protect Bristol Bay and the ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Open to Public, All Kayak Name Brands are Welcome
Anglers Practice CPR on Hot Bass Fishing Water
Key on Shallow, Deep, and Ledge Drop-off Hotspots
Angler Skills will Feature Plastic Baits, Top-water and Crankbaits
By Forrest Fisher
At last year’s Hobie Bass Open, the camaraderie among competitors and respect for each other was a vital ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Add Spinner Bait: 3/8 oz TERMINATOR Double Gold Bade (#2 & #4.25)
Add Tail: Big Bite SUICIDE SHAD, BB-Kicker or Curly Tail
Add Stubborn Fish Solution: HOVER-CONTROL
By Forrest Fisher
Spinner baits are an incredibly effective fishing bait for black bass. Largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass seem to be bothered by them enough to ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Six American Lady Anglers Head to Hungary
2017 Ladies World Championships
Lady Anglers from Wisconsin, Minnesota, Florida
While “match fishing” is hugely popular throughout Europe, the uniquely foreign sport and its seemingly bizarre tactics can leave even the most experienced American anglers scratching their heads.
Please don’t confuse something merely unfamiliar with a ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
David Gray
By Dave Gray
It’s not glitzy, but it will show you some love!
Jump on most e-commerce tackle store sites or walk into a Bass Pro Shop store and as anglers, we can browse an almost endless variety of equipment, gear, and tackle.
Today’s tackle is not only better performing, but ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Leo’s Archer’s Dominate Accuracy Competition in NY
Michelle Zeller, Victoria Ruda win State Championships
Paul Calleri Inducted to NYFAB Hall of Fame
By Forrest Fisher
The green light, the red light, the archer draws the bow string, heart pounding a bit, muscles straining a bit, remembering all the fine points to shooting an arrow ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Jim Low
Learning where and how to catch early-season smallmouth bass on the middle Gasconade River
We shoulda’ been there tomorrow!
By Jim Low
April is, indeed, the cruelest month for those of us who live to wade-fish for smallmouth bass in skinny water. Small streams that teem with bronzebacks in July are strangely empty ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Karen Lutto
March and April is Prime Jerky Making Time
Turn Freezer Meat into Healthy Snacks
Spring is a great time to go through the freezer to clear out older harvests and turn them into some great, healthy snacks like jerky or sausage. Whether you have an abundance of ducks or geese, fish or ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Part 1 of 3
Not Your Ordinary Soft Plastic Bait (Made in the USA)
How to Choose, What to Choose, How to Rig, How to Fish
Simple Hooks & Simple Jigs CATCH FISH
Tackle Warehouse has Sale Prices
By Forrest Fisher
No matter where you live, north or south, everybody wants a “Hot Lure”. If you fish, ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
Firearm Safety Remains Remington Number One Priority
Remington Distressed Much Information Not Presented
With Firearm Safety their number one priority, Remington Arms Company, LLC (“Remington”) is voluntarily recalling Remington Model 700™ and Model Seven™ rifles which were manufactured from May 1, 2006 through April 9, 2014 and which have a X-Mark Pro® ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Snook, Redfish & Tarpon Highlight Spring Action
New LiveTarget Swimbait Lures are Killer Baits
Use Light Line, Strong Leader
Incoming Tide = Angler Advantage
By Forrest Fisher
Winter has not been the same this year anywhere in the country. Minnesota lost much of their ice by early March, Tennessee and Kentucky bass and crappie fishing ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
Tested and Proven, Slip-Cam Mechanical is Deadly
New Meat-Hook Design for Turkey
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Rage has designed a new broadhead specifically for turkey hunters that will eliminate the problem of a flopping-then-fleeing gobbler following an otherwise fast and deadly pass-through. The new Rage Turkey broadhead features a new cut-on-contact tip with a ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
Delivers Affordable Performance
Sets New Standards
By STOadmin
Bass anglers are becoming more discriminating every year. They demand more out of their gear and they are expecting performance at an affordable price. The NEW BASS X series from St. Croix delivers, meeting those objectives, with an array of rods that answer definitive angler ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
Classic LIVE Will Be Broadcasting in Real Time
Classic Outdoors Expo presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods
George R. Brown Convention Center – Houston, TX
HOUSTON — Fifty-two of the world’s best bass anglers will head to Houston next week to compete for more than $1 million in the 2017 GEICO Bassmaster Classic presented by ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher
Breech to Muzzle One-Pass Firearm Cleaning
Removes Entrapped Fouling Quickly
For Handguns, Rifles and Shotguns
By Forrest Fisher
When I first used this creative new invention from Otis to clean one of my favorite firearms at a shooting club, I squinted down the fouled barrel to verify my 30-06 needed to be de-fouled. ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

How to Choose, Many Makers
Things to Consider, Tackle Storage
Peddle or Paddle? Sit or Stand?
By Forrest Fisher
There is a new wave of fishing access, waterway fun and outdoor adventure that is sweeping our young-minded nation. The portability and capability of new kayak products are more popular and in greater demand every ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Pre-Cut to 29.5 inches
SC-2 Blade, 100 Grains
Advanced Shock Collar, Non-Fouling Design
Posted by Forrest Fisher
Folks don’t need to tell me personally about how effective the Rage broadheads are. They have proven their value with me the last 7 years. They are deadly effective.
Rage, the number-one-selling mechanical broadhead on the market, now ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Angler has New Advantage
New Shape is Innovative, Patented
New Shape Hook Design – Hard to Shake Free
By Forrest Fisher
Not until now, have I ever considered why fish are able to get off when I’m fishing with a giant hook and plastic worm. They have the mechanical advantage to leverage the hook ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Angler has New Advantage
New Shape is Innovative, Patented
New Shape Hook Design – Hard to Shake Free
By Forrest Fisher
Not until now, have I ever considered why fish are able to get off when I’m fishing with a giant hook and plastic worm. They have the mechanical advantage to leverage the hook ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Special People Deserve Special Moments
New, Unbreakable Outdoor Drinkware
Secret Dry Fly Hiding Places!
By Forrest Fisher
The day of fishing is done, your body tells you it’s time to rest and relax. The sun is setting and there is a perfect orange glow reflecting within those tiny bubbles hatching on the surface of ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Unique Retrieve Vibration Provides Effective “Victim Action”
New Lure Draws Attention from Bass Pro’s
Posted by Forrest Fisher, Managing Editor
There is a new Swim Craw BUZZing with action.
Add the Mister Twister® BUZZ Bug to your bass fishing arsenal. The new Mister Twister® 4″ BUZZ Bug is a versatile swim craw that provides ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Sound Connection for Tournament Anglers, Hunters, Outdoorsmen
By Forrest Fisher
You’re in your ground blind, you’re up 25 feet in your climbing tree stand, you’re kayaking in south Florida – you’re an active outdoors person.
Wherever you are, you know you might be watching the football game with your buddies, but you realize ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

What You Need to Know – Which Bow for You?
Bolt Selection Factors, Hunting Tactics
Shooting for Fun
By Forrest Fisher
If you like to hit the bullseye on your target, you like to shoot arrows, except you’re getting older and you’re having problems drawing your compound bow, you might be like quite ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
David Gray

Better Fishing Line through SCIENCE
Increased Angler Touch and Feel
Affordable High Performance
By David Gray
When your fishing has spanned three or more decades plus, you have likely:
Learned a lot
Tried a bunch of different brands
Seen a lot of lofty marketing claims about fishing product.
So when I heard the name Gamma fishing line, my ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

By Forrest Fisher
Talented and inspirational author, K.J. Houtman, continues to provide the outdoor world thought-provoking appreciation with a common connection. This heartwarming, outdoors lady identifies ways we see our Creator in nature. On this Thanksgiving Day 2016, enjoy her wonderful poem above.
For more from K. J. Houtman, including an entire ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

-Effortless Flash and Vibration
-Thin-Wire Hook, Power-Gap (More hookups)
-Sizes: 1/16 oz and 1/8 oz, Pre-Rigged TriggerX® Curl Tail Body
–Long, Micro-Thin Tail Swims with a Light and Subtle Vibration
-NOT ORDINARY
By Forrest Fisher
Guys that know me know I don’t mess around with praise for no good reason, so be aware- this lure deserves ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Advice from Tony Bynum
Eye Contact, Image and Action
Photo Gear
By Forrest Fisher
There are those incredible moments in your lifetime when you meet someone and his work, and quickly realize that even after spending a lifetime in the outdoors, there is yet another resource that you need to know so much more ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

How-To, Where-To, When-To
Size, Color, Action
Develop Target Logic for Success
By Forrest Fisher
It’s hard to impress me about new fishing products, I’m an old guy who has seen quite a bit and likes to hang on to his wallet. BUT, I was dutifully impressed by LiveTarget Lures about one year ago ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

-CLAM 1660 Mag Screen Tent
-Big, Safe, Light, Portable, Inexpensive
-SPF-50 and UV Protection
By Forrest Fisher
Ever noticed that it seems to take an outdoorsman or an outdoor group to come up with the best of the best ideas for outdoor use? It’s so true.
That’s why one of the Screen Tents (Quick-Set Escape ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

-Mechanism is Lightweight, Innovative
-Paddling with Legs: Good for Healthy Body Circulation
-Perfect for the Weekend Fisherman or Recreational Boater
By Forrest Fisher
My first introduction to Hobie Kayak’s was five years ago and resulted in just one simple word of expression – that word was “WOW!” In our first use, my granddaughter and ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Freedom, Patriotism, America
The Constitution, The Bill of Rights, Your Family
American Government Today
If you are a liberal, conservative, socialite, republican, tea party or a simple free spirit, left –center or right, this great country of America has allowed all of us to administer our personal objectives without taking tally from our ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

-Small, Easy to Carry
-Inexpensive, Effective
While attending the fun-filled 2016 Annual Conference with the Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers at Peek’N Peak Resort and Spa last week, I met several new outdoor friends including Ted Stender of Fallout Products. The useful and genuinely new innovations that this young man and ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

St. Croix Legend® Glass – Modern Technology and Innovative Design Create a New Revision of Fiberglass Fishing Rod Blanks Made in the USA
Earlier in 2016 when I visited the St.Croix fishing rod manufacturing plant in Park Falls, Wisconsin, understanding the St. Croix manufacturing process of rod building took on a ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

A-Series Bag is Versatile, Affordable and Perfect!
Max storage, small footprint, fast access
12 storage pockets, under $50
About 25 years ago, when I was a bit younger and doing fishing video’s took way more effort than today, Ron Lindner said to me, “Hey Forrest, I like the way you keep your lures ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Lake Ontario and Tributaries
Some monster fish are being caught out there. Captain Dan Evans of Wilson reported a 32.5 pound salmon hauled in by Todd Garzarelli on Tuesday. According to Evans with Lone Wolf Sportfishing, fishing for both salmon and trout has been good from 80 to 350 feet of ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Lake Ontario, Niagara River
Free New York State Fishing Days This Weekend
Lake Ontario and tributaries
New York State’s Free Fishing Weekend is set for this weekend, June 25-26. There are plenty of events for the entire family to keep people busy – and happy – right here in Western New York!
In this ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
Wednesday June 29, 2016
Let’s start out with fishing derby news.
This Friday, July 1st, starts the LOC Summer Derby which runs through July 31st. There is $29,000 in cash up for grabs with a $10,000 grand prize for the biggest salmon. More information can be found at www.loc.org or by calling ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts
Wind Direction Moved Fish Out to 450 Feet
Lake Ontario and tributaries
Lake action is a little messed up right now with recent winds, however, fish are available if you want to go out there and chase some salmon and trout around.
The Reel Pleasure crew of Sal Macaluso and Captain Bob Fontaine ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Don’t Miss the Boat
National Fishing and Boating Week is held the first part of June every year, a time to create a better awareness for these popular outdoor pastimes. Boating is a natural outdoor activity all across the country and here in the Greater Niagara Region of Western New York, ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin

Erie Canal Rebuild in Progress, Bass Bite is On at Lake Alice
To start off, the Erie Canal from Middleport to Brockport will be shut down starting June 27th to drain that portion of the canal.
There are two major repairs that need to be made; one at the culvert overpass at ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Lake Ontario, Niagara River
Warm Weather Causing Changes!
Lake Ontario and tributaries
Action in the lake has been good for a mix of salmon and steelhead out of both Wilson and Olcott. Writer Paul Liikala of Ohio was out fishing with Capt. Bob Cinelli out of Olcott earlier this week and they limited ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Lake Ontario, Niagara River
Cold Front Turn Fishery Topsy-Turvy
Lake Ontario and tributaries
Rough conditions and cool temperatures the past week has made it pretty rough on the fishermen. On Monday, we only know of a couple charter captains who braved the waves and while conditions were uncomfortable, they did catch fish. The ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin

June 8, 2016.
A series of cold fronts moving through our area coupled with strong northwest winds have put a damper on Lake Ontario fishing for today.
The forecast for later this week looks much more favorable which is great, because this weekend starts with the Condor Derby on Friday followed by ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin

Wednesday June 15, 2016
First congratulations to all of the winners in the 4th Annual Oak Orchard Open Tournament.
Although the weather shortened the fishing day, some great catches were brought to the weigh-in that showed the great abilities of all the entries.
It looks like after the storm tomorrow, summer will finally ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin
June 1, 2016
After above-normal temperatures this past holiday weekend, temperatures are returning to a more seasonal levels and with some much needed rain in the forecast. Fishing conditions should be great.
On Lake Alice, fishing has been very good. Largemouth bass are in close, Bluegill and Crappie are spread out and ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Where to EAT!
The St. Lawrence River carries the fresh water from the five Great Lakes to the saltwater of the Atlantic Ocean, creating a unique fishery. The Thousand Islands Region of New York State has a long history as a premier vacation destination, including a long, storied history with angling.
This ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Lake Ontario, Lake Erie, Niagara River, Chautauqua Lake, Finger Lakes
Weather Helps Fishing Action!
We finally saw some west wind blow some fish into local waters, but it wasn’t easy fishing for the Pro-Am tournament last weekend for sure. According to Capt. Vince Pierleoni of Team Thrillseeker (who placed in the money ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Let’s call the fourth Saturday in May what it really is.
To my knowledge, the fourth Saturday in May is the only date on the calendar when Missouri anglers and hunters all have something to rejoice about. That’s because the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend is opening day for squirrel hunting ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Summer Vacation Treat – Fishing, Touring, Eating. Part 1 of 2
The Thousand Islands Region of New York State has a long history as a premier vacation destination combining the picturesque and subtle setting of the area with the tradition of sheer outdoor enjoyment.
The St. Lawrence River carries the fresh water ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

Town of Mercer, Iron County, Wisconsin
No matter how far you have to drive or fly to reach Iron County in Wisconsin, the ride down Highway 51 will allow your mind to embrace nature. You may also want to keep your camera shutter ready.
Pulling off to the side of the lone ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Lake Ontario and tributaries
An East wind is the nemesis of Lake Ontario salmon and trout fishermen, and we’ve had a bunch of it the last couple of weeks. Despite the less than ideal conditions, it was the Yankee Troller team led by Capt. Rich Hajecki leading a field of nearly ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Joe & Vel Byers

LightFORCE is a Night Force to Uncover New Adventures
ATV’s and UTV’s have become commonplace in hunting camps and on farms and ranches across the country. The small vehicles that go anywhere are ideal for getting hunters to remote places and moving game back to camp without the back-breaking work. As ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Lake Ontario and tributaries
Tournament Week Kicks off into High Gear
Lake Ontario Pro-Am Salmon Team Tournament Week is upon us, with the main event starting on Friday out of Wilson and Olcott. A total of 50 teams will be competing for some great cash prizes based on a unique scoring system. ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Jim Low

Let’s call the fourth Saturday in May what it really is.
To my knowledge, the fourth Saturday in May is the only date on the calendar when Missouri anglers and hunters all have something to rejoice about. That’s because the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend is opening day for squirrel hunting ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Lake Ontario and tributaries
Mark Romanack of Michigan reported that his son, Jake Romanack, and his friend, Jarod Higginbotham of Yakima Bait, fished the Niagara Bar Tuesday morning while filming an episode of Fishing 411 TV.
The much anticipated salmon bite has kicked into high gear. The crew boated three kings over ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

A little Florida sunshine is a perfect way to recharge your internal batteries. One of our favorite spots continues to be Southwest Florida, home to the Beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel (www.fortmyers-sanibel.com).
Mystique
Ever since we were exposed to this outdoor playground through the adventure antics of Dr. Marion Ford and the writings ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

It’s hiking season, camping season, turkey hunting season – it is TICK SEASON too!
With folks all over the country heading to the comforts of the woodland country in spring, people and pets often complain of flu-like symptoms, aching joints, painful laziness and a host of other issues a few weeks ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts
Lake Ontario, Upper Niagara River, Lower Niagara River
Lake Ontario and tributaries
The first king salmon started showing up in slightly more reliable numbers as anglers prepare for May fishing contests. However, sharing information as far as locations and details is a bit more difficult. Remember that a study on king salmon ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Forrest Fisher

The CLAM LG600 Hybrid Trailer is light, heavy duty, inexpensive
Need to transfer your deer harvest or 10 cubic feet of timber from the woods to your cabin or truck? Need to move 600 pounds of topsoil or stone from your truck to that new garden or flower bed?
By hook and ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin

Lake Ontario, Point Breeze, Oak Orchard River, Lake Alice
Once we get thru the cold temperatures of last night, more spring like conditions will come into play. I mean after all May 1st is this coming Sunday. The Erie Canal opened today, just slightly early of their normal opening date.
On Lake ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Lower Niagara River
Mike Fox of Lewiston reported good numbers of smelt are still being caught in the river, but who knows for how long. It’s been a much better run than last year. The Lewiston smelt festival will be held May 6. Trout action has been decent the past week. ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Jim Low

I am deeply proud of my home state’s conservation history. Missourians were the first in the nation to realize that forests, fish and wildlife were too precious to trust to the partisan tug-of-war that goes on in state legislatures. In response to chronic mismanagement of their wild resources, they set ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts
Thursday, April 21, 2016
The spring weather has continued and more people have been taking advantage of some inshore trout fishing – browns and lake trout primarily, with an occasional Coho or Chinook also showing up.
For the browns, troll inside of 20 feet with stickbaits or spoons off boards. Look where ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Lower Niagara River – Trout action has been decent of late as the weather conditions finally settle down. A call from Mike Fox of Lewiston noted that he reported good numbers of smelt on Wednesday night and hopefully that will continue with the warmer weather finally arriving. While the Lewiston ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts

Lake Ontario and tributaries – Spring has finally arrived this week to the joy of both shore and boat fishermen. In the weather department, the bullhead contest in Wilson was a week off. This weekend will be more like May than April. Shoreline trollers are working the waters inside of ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Bill Hilts
Niagara Fishing Forecast for Friday, April 8, 2016
1. Lake Ontario and tributaries – The topsy-turvy weather has put a damper on fishing action for sure. Cold temperatures and a few inches of snow at the very least kept many fishermen home instead of on the water the past week. Piers ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
stoadmin

No More Dented Bumpers, Truck Gates & License Plates
No More Lost Fishing Time
Better Back-Up Safety
Wireless iBall Trailer Hitch Camera puts your eyes where you need them
You know what they say about the early bird? Turns out, the old ditty applies equally to bass anglers. So when the big bass start ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
David Gray

Staying Dry, Keeping Warm – a Winter Priority
If you are an avid angler, hunter, or love to participate in anything outdoors, you have likely seen or read hundreds, if not thousands, of product reviews. Just about every TV show, magazine and website has them. The STO team does real world ...
Read More >> January 23, 2024
Joe & Vel Byers

If you are considering the purchase of a first or newer crossbow, keep these six points in mind. There is no one best bow so that the trick is to buy the one that best fits your needs, dimensions, abilities, and goals. For sure, these are generalizations, but you need ...
Read More >> June 22, 2023
Dave Barus

Flexibility, sharpness, perfect balance, and made in the U.S.A.
Sure-fire handle grip, orange in color: It’s easy to find!
A lifetime guarantee promotes how good it is before purchase.
By Forrest Fisher
A newbie in my gear room would definitely notice that I like to collect knives. Each is handsome, and they can ...
Read More >> April 29, 2023
Dave Barus

Conference Event for Outdoor Storytellers: June 12-15, 2023 – Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
Learn “How-To” create Social Media links that generate Effective Distribution Relationships
POMA members “Network with Industry” at this Annual Meeting/Learning Session
By David Gray
The Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA) is a vibrant group of communicators that share content-creation ideas and foster ...
Read More >> November 17, 2022
Dave Barus

Al’s “Age-Old” Goldfish Lures are proven irresistible to hungry fish.
Al’s Goldfish Spoons are Made-in-America! We need more of this.
Al’s Goldfish Spoon is a tested and true fish-killer lure since 1952.
Al’s Goldfish Spoon is available in multiple colors and 3/16 to 1-1/4 ounce sizes.
Al’s Goldfish Lures are affordable (great holiday gift).
By ...
Read More >> October 29, 2022
Kristine Ostertag

Here are some tools that I have found helpful and recommend that everyone review.
The tools mentioned below are reliable and of excellent quality.
If you are a first-time or veteran hunter, I hope this helps you decide on tools to consider for your hunting season.
By: Kristine Ostertag
Your alarm goes off, ...
Read More >> September 5, 2022
Dave Barus

Loomis unveils new Steelhead Rod offerings with IMX-PRO STEELHEAD Series.
Blending different modulus materials was one key to dynamic rod development.
Light in weight, sensitive, durable, affordable, warranty protection.
By Forrest Fisher
If you’re among the lucky ones chasing chrome in a Great Lakes or ocean-bound tributary stream, you already know that we anglers ...
Read More >> July 3, 2022
Forrest Fisher

Hot Beach Day, 107 heat index…YOU NEED to chill with a cold beverage.
Avoid sunstroke and heat exhaustion by staying hydrated.
We found a lightweight carry-along friend to help ensure fun in the sun.
By Forrest Fisher
At 2 PM on July 2nd on a busy holiday weekend on a beach in Southwest ...
Read More >> April 7, 2022
Dave Barus

By Larry Whiteley
Have you been to the grocery store lately? I went with my wife the other day and was totally shocked. Usually, I don’t pay much attention to what she spends on groceries. Since it was just the two of us, I always figured it couldn’t cost too much. ...
Read More >> March 27, 2022
Forrest Fisher

Look for gravel on the bottom, shovel in, dig, lift, drop into a floating sifter, shake out the sand. Place your hand underneath the sifter and lift up slightly, look for the teeth. There they are!
Place the teeth into a collection jar, get on to the next shovel-full.
It’s not unusual ...
Read More >> May 3, 2021
Dave Barus

Take a good cooler for food and beverages – protect yourself and friends from dehydration.
Gear includes a 15” x 24” gravel sifter, shovel and shark tooth collection jar.
Wear sneakers or beach shoes, pack a cell phone, emergency toilet paper, venom-extraction kit – and tell someone where you will be for ...
Read More >> March 13, 2021
Larry Whiteley

A story about fun times from way back when I was a kid and nothing was complicated, nothing was new – and people were people through and through.
By Larry Whiteley
Grabbin’ suckers is age-old fun, nothing complicated, nothing new. Just ask the folks from Nixa, MO. It goes back to a ...
Read More >> April 21, 2020
Larry Whiteley

I’ve had lots of knife sharpeners in my life, but thanks to my new Work Sharp…I don’t need them anymore
It has 4 different sharpening angles depending on the type of knife and 5 flexible belts from extra-coarse to extra-fine
By Larry Whiteley
My favorite TV show of all-time is “Home Improvement” ...
Read More >> October 30, 2019
Larry Whiteley

Slime is a green tire repair product to keep you on the road
Slime is non-toxic, non-hazardous, free of carcinogens, and non-ozone depleting
Slime products make great gifts, they last for years in storage
By Larry Whiteley
Halloween’s not even here yet and Thanksgiving is still over a month away but when you walk ...
Read More >> August 19, 2019
Larry Whiteley

New Gear for Outdoor Sportsmen
By Larry Whiteley
Have you ever seen a new outdoor product come out on the market and think to yourself, I wish I had thought of that? I sure have! Here are several innovative products that companies have developed to help make your outdoor adventures even better.
Lure ...
Read More >> April 14, 2019
Larry Whiteley

My hunting boots go to church with Me
So comfy, I have to Look Down to see if I have them on
Life has changed, I have started singing in the Shower…some Boots!
By Larry Whiteley
I couldn’t begin to count how many different pairs of hiking and hunting boots I have had in ...
Read More >> December 13, 2018
Larry Whiteley

Sightmark riflescopes include a lifetime warranty
Multicoated Optics for Max Light Transmission in all conditions
Etched glass reticles, in red or green, are illuminated to deliver optimal shot placement
Easy-to-use Elevation and Windage Adjustments
Durable, Handsome, Affordable
By Larry Whitely
I was asked to do a review on the Sightmark Core TX 4-16×44 MR ...
Read More >> November 14, 2018
Larry Whiteley

Decoys, Calls and Dry Gear to Bring Home the Birds
Get a Waterfowl Shotgun that is Dependable
By Larry Whiteley
Waterfowl season is here or almost here depending on where you live. If you are addicted to waterfowl hunting like my family, here are some of the products my family and I use ...
Read More >> November 3, 2018
Larry Whiteley

Stay dry, Stay Still, Stay Safe – Here’s How
Smell like the woods, Know Where You Are and Want To Go, Bring the Deer to You – Here’s How
Deer Down, Time for Venison Jerky – Here’s How
By Larry Whiteley
Deer hunting season is here if you are a bow or crossbow hunter ...
Read More >> July 25, 2018
Larry Whiteley

Modern Secret for Seeing More Deer
When to Use Cover Scent
Why Deer can Smell Us
By Larry Whiteley
My wife has what you might call a “sensitive nose”. She smells odors a lot of times and I don’t. When I get in her vehicle it smells like a rose garden or an ocean ...
Read More >> July 22, 2018
Larry Whiteley

Be Ready and Be Prepared for Undivided Outdoor Fun
The ONE THING I carry everywhere I go, maybe not what you Might Expect
Cold or Hot weather, How I stay Comfortable
By Larry Whiteley
We all want to know what the weather is going to be like if we have outdoor plans for the ...
Read More >> May 13, 2018
Larry Whiteley

Like Coffee? Get Camping Much? You Might Need This.
Portable TOUGH Coffee Maker that Takes Any K-Cup.
My Search is Over!
By Larry Whiteley
A recent Harvard School of Public Health study showed 54% of Americans drink coffee and you can count me into that percentage.
I enjoy my coffee as I sit at my ...
Read More >> April 23, 2018
Hunter Whiteley
Kansas State Collegiate Bass Team
A Day in the Life of a College Angler
Tournament Planning in Calculus Class
By Hunter Whiteley
My partner and I took 11 days to fish the B.A.S.S. Carhartt College series Midwest regional and the FLW regional. At Lake of the Ozarks, all I can say is, “The ...
Read More >> February 13, 2018
Larry Whiteley
Vision Clarity, Eye Protection, Seeing All Things Better
About Sunglasses, Don’t Leave Home without These – Learn Why
My Old Eyes Have Been Opened! …By a Company that CARES.
By Larry Whiteley
I have owned a lot of sunglasses in my lifetime.
Most of them were inexpensive, made in China sunglasses that didn’t protect my ...
Read More >> December 11, 2017
Larry Whiteley

Make Your Own Jerky, Easy and Tasty
Oh Say, Can You See Below the Water?
Chow Line…Call the Fish to Feed!
Send the Flying Bug Critters AWAY!
Fishing Games for the Young…and the Elder Kids Too
Keep Warm in Chilly Weather, Clothes to Last Forever
By Larry Whiteley
I work with many outdoor companies throughout the year ...
Read More >> December 10, 2017
Larry Whiteley

By Larry Whiteley
Christmas is almost here! If you’re still shopping for a gift for someone who loves to get out and enjoy all kinds of activities in our great outdoors, here are some items that my family and I personally use and highly recommend as Christmas gifts.
GPO BINOCULARS
Binoculars are invaluable ...
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