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HOW and WHERE to find shark teeth on the beach – 5 Methods / 6 Hotspots Shark Teeth found on the beach are fossilized – 10,000 to 15 million years old! Back to the Future – It’s fun on the beaches at Manatee Key in Southwest Florida By Forrest Fisher There are shark ...

Lake Wheeler, Wilson and Pickwick, 0ffer the availability of fishing the tailraces – many species hold there. We caught catfish (blue, channel and flathead), bass (smallmouth, largemouth, spotted and white) and enough drum to fill a roadside trash can. Lodging available at Joe Wheeler State Park, which sits on the banks of ...

The unique Swedish heritage of Lindsborg is evident in architecture, cuisine, and traditions.  Hunts for whitetail deer, bison, turkey, and other species are offered at Kansas Trophy Whitetails, near Hudson, KS. Year-round hunting and fishing abound with much public land and water.  Birders, hikers, bikers, paddlers and beachgoers will find top-notch fun here. by ...

Tragic End for 1st and 4th Amendment Educator. Charlie Kirk was speaking to Students at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. By Forrest Fisher Like so many groups across the nation and the world, we are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. His ...

Lake Saint Clair is a perfect “Musky Factory” – shallow, fertile, full of forage base groceries for musky muscle growth. The catch-and-release culture with virtually zero harvest, preserves older, heavier fish. Habitat includes miles of cabbage, weed flats, breaks and current from the Lake Saint Clair and Detroit Rivers (perfect ambush water). By ...

The first full moon of spring is also known as the “Pink Moon” – can it affect fishing? Yes. The fishing gear technology includes forward-facing sonar, which may be the latest and greatest tool for finding fish. A simple wire spreader rig, 1-ounce sinker, and size 2 or 4 thin wire hooks ...

As the firearm deer season moves from early to late on the calendar, deer move to hide in the thickest cover during the daytime. Deer drives, leveraging the natural behavior of deer, using a group of safety-conscious hunters, is an effective hunting strategy. Brock Windoft, after downing a magnificent buck with deer ...

Black Bass fishing competition in Chautauqua Lake attracts anglers from multiple competition circuits on a weekly basis all summer long. Lake Erie walleye tournaments from Chautauqua County offer $500,000 cash and prize packages…AND MORE! Expanding Black Bear numbers are attracted to bird feeders and backyard garbage cans.  By Forrest Fisher In summertime – ...

A total solar eclipse will be passing through about one-third of NYS. The darkness will begin on Monday, April 8, starting just after 3 p.m. Remember to protect your eyes with specialized solar viewing glasses! On Monday, April 8, starting just after 3 p.m., a total solar eclipse will be passing through about ...

By Frank Campbell First and foremost, the Greater Niagara Fishing Expo is set for Feb. 15-18, 2024, at the Niagara Falls Convention Center. The show’s motto is “Teaching Fishing,” it offers the fishing community a long list of educational opportunities focused on fish, fishing, boating, and all the components needed to ...

By Bob Holzhei The Pigeon River Country State Forest, consisting of 110,000 acres spread over three counties in the state, is located at Gaylord, MI.  It is a tourist destination where visitors can view elk in their natural habitat. “Elk viewing is one of the most popular area activities,” according to ...

Not many folks think about snake boots for hunting with sweat and scent control, but if you hunt or live in areas where the heat index soars to above 110 degrees, you really do need to consider this primary element for a successful hunting experience. On this note, I found the ...

Family Campfires set new pace for outdoor fun as RV Sales Skyrocket during Pandemic By Bob Holzhei Sales of recreational vehicles (RV’s) have skyrocketed during the pandemic, as people discover a safe way to embrace nature! Enjoying the outdoors while camping is a safe way to travel while social distancing during ...

By David M. Zumbaugh, images by Jon Blumb A generous offer for a guided May crappie fishing trip on a premier reservoir in Kansas buoyed my spirits after the restraining misery of the COVID-19 pandemic. Being a long-time member of the Outdoor Communicators of Kansas (OCK) has its privileges! The weather ...

Weighing 120-130 pounds, the rare fish fought for 40-minutes, was landed, then was carefully unhooked, and safely released alive and well. Gear: Penn Battle II – 5000 series spinning reel, 8-ft Penn Battle II surf fishing rod, 20-lb Silver Thread mono, 40-lb test shock leader, and a Dusty Hayes Pomp Rig ...

Niagara Falls USA Fishing Forecast for Wednesday, March 31, 2021 from Destination Niagara USA Happy Easter! April 1 is the traditional opener of the state’s inland trout fishing season. Of course, this does not include Great Lakes tributaries (they are open all year). However, it does include Gill Creek, Hyde Park ...

The conjunction of natural creeks and man-made canals in the Fort Myers saltwater canal system are where big fish can hide. Circle Hooks allow for easy presentation of live forage bait and quick release of gamefish. After you hook a few trees, then catch a few fish, the positive state-of-mind begins to ...

Hunters, anglers and others will soon have access to more than 32,900 acres of previously difficult to reach public land in the Sublette Mountain Range of western Wyoming. Working in partnership with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) and others, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation assisted with the purchase ...

From home, YOU CAN share in the beauty of Nature, all free. Explore in many new ways, MAKE YOUR OWN Nature Journal, it’s Fun Travel, Explore, Enjoy – here’s WHAT TO DO! By Dawn Montane Many Americans, at the time of this writing, are under a “shelter-in-place” or “leave only when necessary” order from ...

Youth Spring Turkey Hunting Weekend is April 25-26 Regular NYS Turkey Season opens May 1 Hunters Should Always Follow Safety Tips to Prevent Injuries and Limit Spread of COVID-19 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today that spring turkey season opens May 1 in all of Upstate ...

By Forrest Fisher It helps. The beach, the sand, the lake, the trees, the birds, the fish, the deer, the sunset. These are wonderful diversions. As all folks are responsible when we need to be, corona-fear is legitimate. Visiting the beach with your close family can help. Controlled numbers of people, people you ...

Niagara Falls USA Fishing Forecast for April 1, 2020, from Destination Niagara USA We hope everyone is always staying safe out there and practicing social distancing! April 1 is the traditional inland trout and salmon opener throughout New York State. This has very little impact on the Niagara Falls USA fishery because ...

Niagara Falls USA Fishing Forecast for March 18, 2020 from Destination Niagara USA Fishing the waters in Niagara Falls USA has been one of the few constants in this time of uncertainty in the world. Fishing in the lower Niagara River was on fire this week.  Double-digit catch days were the norm ...

Illegal Exotic Snake Breeding Den Identified in Orange County, New York 157 Venomous Snakes removed 29 species in all This year on Feb. 20, a Newburgh, NY man pled guilty to misdemeanor commercialization charges and agreed to pay a $500 fine related to the possession of more than 150 venomous snakes seized from ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will extend catch-and-release measures for snook, red drum and spotted seatrout for an additional year via an Executive Order. All three species will remain catch-and-release through May 31, 2021, in all waters from the Hernando/Pasco county line south through Gordon Pass in Collier ...

Caught (and RELEASED) by Thomas Hendel, angler in Lake Placid, FL Lake Placid is located in Central Florida, in Highlands County, it is a 3,400-acre lake on the south side of the town The TrophyCatch program is a Florida Angler Recognition Program from a partnership between the FWC, anglers, and fishing industry ...

Niagara Falls USA Fishing Forecast for Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020 – Provided from Destination Niagara USA The fishing action in the Niagara River is finally turning back around again with the favorable weather conditions this week. Capt. Frank Campbell of Lewiston caught 4 trout in 2 hours of fishing on Tuesday, despite ...

Niagara Falls USA Fishing Forecast for Jan. 22, 2020 from Destination Niagara USA After another round of windstorms, it looks like things are going to take off again in the river in a good way. There was plenty of fish around the last time the water was decent, especially in the lower ...

Saved by a Smartphone App Add $14 for Trailer Tow Care Sleep better at night By Mike Schoonveld Launching a boat from a trailer isn’t supposed to be an exciting task. Getting in the boat, heading out to the lake, catching some fish, now that’s fun and exciting. But just backing down the ramp ...

Gulf of Mexico fishing for giant powerful saltwater fish, and Red Snapper too Cruise at 70 mph, listen to your favorite tunes, enjoy a cold beverage…unforgettable fun Fish, Swim, Winter Fun – 100 miles offshore, if you like CLICK picture for a video of an incredible fish trip to the Gulf of Mexico ...

Visit Alaska – Make a Plan A love of landscape is not new in Alaska. In a place so beautiful, with the strong cultural values of Alaska Native peoples, reducing our impact on the environment is only natural. We know that sustainable travel – considering environmental, social, cultural, and business practices ...

Holiday Sportsman Show Kicks off Nov. 15 Fill your Holiday Gift List with a BIG Discount and Help 4H, Veterans, and others If you own an outdoor business, check this out KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Rome wasn’t built in a day and neither will all the beautiful shops in the Holiday Sportsman Show. ...

Copper mines, beaches, rock finding, fishing, history tours and relaxation by nighttime starlight My perfect place to UNWIND from my busy life Cedar Point Cabins is nestled between the shore of Lake Bailey & Lake Superior By Bob Holzhei The Keweenaw Peninsula is a 60-mile finger of land that has remained unchanged since the ...

Big Game Early Archery Season Started Oct. 1, ends Nov. 15, 2019 Crossbow Season Opens Nov. 2, runs through Nov. 15 Firearm Season (Shotgun, Handgun, Rifle, Crossbow, Bow) Opens Nov. 16, ends Dec. 8 Muzzleloader & Late Archery Season Opens Dec. 9, ends Dec. 17 By Forrest Fisher Chautauqua County is the land of big ...

The meandering Merced River offers peaceful trout fishing Giant trees, some 10 feet in diameter, can mesmerize visitors High rock mountains offer an unmatched view, even more spectacular during sunrise and sunset By Forrest Fisher The spirit of reflection can provide a trail to the sacred territory. No matter where we travel in 2019, it ...

Niagara Falls USA Fishing Forecast for Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, from Destination Niagara USA Lack of Rain, Warm Weather, Slows Lower River King Salmon Run Big Bass in the Lower Niagara are ON-THE-BITE Walleye, Northern Pike and many other species beginning to feed for winter now In the Niagara River, Mike Rzucidlo of Niagara ...

Turtle Flambeau Flowage in Wisconsin offers comfort and Sounds of the Outdoors Autumn Musky, Walleye, Bronzebacks on the bite with upcoming Fall Colors By Bob Holzhei Catching a limit of walleye was expected, however, I wondered if it was the call of a loon that echoed in my mind and brought me ...

By Bob Holzhei Although I fished for walleye in the lower Niagara River before, this incredible fishing adventure provided pin-ball action, landing one walleye after another and yes, a limit of walleye was cleaned to take home for meals. Fishing with Charter Captain Joe Marra who operates Niagara Rainbow Charters out of ...

Avast ‘ye Matey’s! ‘Thar’s Treasure and Fun to be Had Here! By Forrest Fisher If you happen along the Gravois Arm while boating Lake-of-the-Ozarks, you could find a wailing pirate in search of treasure, and you could be helping ‘em. Your kids might be part of the crew too! You would be setting sail ...

Matching Lure Sets can make a fish-catching difference! NYSDEC Fisheries Chief Steve Hurst wants more public input on fishery issues Wilson Harbor, Olcott Harbor…provide safe access to Lake Ontario monster fish By Forrest Fisher In the world search for outdoor fun, salmon fishing with new friends aboard a 39-foot well-equipped boat can light a ...

Niagara Falls USA Fishing Forecast for Thursday, August 8, 2019 In the lower Niagara River, Mike Rzucidlo of Niagara Falls managed to climb around the gorge a bit this week and caught some nice smallmouth bass, walleye and silver bass from shore. Water is still high, but fish are available. A ...

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The history and vista view of Niagara Falls itself is inspiring, but the thunder and vibration from the falls is simply awesome   Lake Erie offers walleye, perch, smallmouth bass and musky Lake Ontario offers King salmon, Atlantic salmon, Lake Trout, Brown Trout, and Steelhead Niagara River offers some of all those species ...

It’s chow time on the trail. You know the excitement!  It means rest and relaxation, conversation, good moments are just ahead. Yet, many times, you are just ready to get the fire going and something is missing. Forks, knives, spoons, can opener – you know how it goes. That’s life, ...

The statewide bass season opens on Saturday, June 15, as well as the Great Lakes muskellunge season on that same day, as anglers get ready to rumble. First off, we need to emphasize the point that Lake Ontario is open for business! Despite the high water levels and State of Emergency ...

It’s that time of year, the Love Bugs are here! By Capt. Tom Marks If you are in Florida or anywhere along the Gulf coast and even up into South Carolina about this time of year, you are being annoyed by “love bugs.” I had to find out more about them. Researching ...

High water is not a factor Smart Troll with diving planes is highly effective Warrior Spoon lures proved they are hot By Forrest Fisher High Great Lakes water levels have raised concerns for shoreline issues, but it sure has not affected the fishing. In Lake Ontario where the water level is the highest above ...

There are kindred spirits of the sea, and they came alive on this day-trip for me Seashells, the sound of surf, sea birds, beautiful dolphins By Forrest Fisher It was about 10 years ago that I first met someone that could offer to take you for a short sightseeing boat ride near Key ...

Delayed season dates on select WMAs Spring turkey season will open March 16, 2019, and close April 30 for most Alabama counties. In 2018, the Conservation Advisory Board passed a motion that set the start date for turkey season as the third Saturday in March each year. The decision was made to ...

5 hour Offshore Fishing Trip, we caught more than 50 fish! Cost was so affordable, all gear and bait was provided Enjoyable day, the captain cleaned all the fish! By Bob Holzhei The fishing action in the Gulf of Mexico was like playing pinball. It was non-stop action baiting the hook and dropping the ...

Spring Turkey Season STARTS NEXT WEEK in Florida…March 2nd Enjoy the outdoors and a healthy, delicious meal too Abundant wild Osceola Turkey populations across Florida Florida’s spring turkey season opens Saturday, March 2 on private lands south of State Road 70 and Saturday, March 16 north of State Road 70. Florida’s abundant wild ...

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 ...

Kick back, chill out, shed the stress…unplug, hammock time, escape…wind down Go Prepared, get a copy of the new Shore Magazine…then, get it done at the lake By David Gray In Missouri, from St. Louis to Kansas City and all points in between, when you say I am heading to the Lake, everyone ...

If You’re Not Catching 100 Fish a Day, We’ll send a Guide with You Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Musky Fly-In Paradise in Ontario, Canada By David Gray Every January, Jeanne MacLean leaves the far north and makes a trek back to her home state of Missouri.  Jeanne says it is like “coming ...

Tropical Rain Forests, Ecology and Coffee Endless Valleys, Lush Flora, Warm Climate Fauna Chalupas, Refried Beans, Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, Gallo Pinto…Delicious Food By Kiley Voss The word “surreal” had been in my vocabulary several few weeks before leaving the United States. As the plane slowly descends, the mountains seem different somehow. They are ...

Lake Erie offers access to schools of giant walleye from May to October Chautauqua Lake provides opportunity for Monster Musky, Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, and Walleye Local Wineries and Microbrew Houses provide after hour and weather options that are unforgettable By Wayne Brewer Chautauqua County is located in the southwest corner of New York ...

The Holiday Sportsman Show is proud to announce “Friends in Service of Heroes,” a veteran support organization as a deserving beneficiary of this sportsman show event. A wise person said, “True greatness is not how much one achieves, but how much one gives.” Friends in Service of Heroes gives 100% of ...

By Mike Pehanich Sturgeon ancestry dates back to the dinosaurs. But catching these giants from a kayak, is a fresh new sport! For us outdoor folks, Northwoods travel comes with great expectations. Anticipation grows feverish when the destination is a renowned fishery. My destination this August was the Rainy River, fabled for its ...

Bass, Walleye, Lake Trout, Musky…Imagine All-you-can-eat Crab Legs Sandy Beaches for kids and family fun More than 20 Wine Tasting Vineyards within 20 minutes drive By Tyler Frantz DUNKIRK, New York- As the 150 Mercury engine on Buffalo-native Ken Christie’s Triton bass boat sliced across choppy roller waves, sending a chilling spray of Erie lake ...

Pike grow to OVER 50 inches here! TRUE GIANTS. Catch 100’s of Fish Each Day of your Stay Lindy Hammered Spoons and Muskie-Size Spinnerbaits Work Best for Pike Catch Walleye Casting from the Dock! By Mark Nelsen I’ve led a blessed life. As the former host (now retired) of Cabela’s Ultimate Adventures Television Show, I ...

Direct from BoatUS headquarters in ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, is news that much of the country has recently learned is that the reality-game-meets-exercise app currently taking the nation by storm, “Pokémon Go,” now has 21 million users every day. It is reportedly the most successful mobile game ever in the United States. The ...

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, ...

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, ...

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 ...

  By Forrest Fisher The half-moon rising in the distant eastern sky was dim and sheltered by scattered, giant, white clouds. The openings in the clouds allowed us to see millions of stars and the vastness of the Milky Way as we have never seen before. There were no streetlights anywhere within ...

Johnny Morris, the Walt Disney of the Outdoors, Opened WOW in 2017 Museum offers more than 1.5 miles in Authentic, Immersive Habitats Celebrating People who Hunt, Fish and Act as Stewards of the Land and Water Walk to the depths of the Ocean here! By David Gray Thinking about taking the kids to Disneyworld?  It’s ...

Proposed legislation to have ‘adverse impact’ on boating By Scott Croft WHAT: The New York Senate and Assembly are considering legislation, SB 9092 and AB 9806a, that would require all boat operators in the Empire State to complete a boating safety course within one year. Currently only those born after May 1996 ...

Trout Stream Fishing, a Spring Hatch, Fly Rod Fun  Smallmouth Bass, Light Lines, Tube Jigs, Screeching Drags, Double-Headers…a Musical Concert! Riverside Camping near Franklin, Pennsylvania – Campfires, Peace, Eagles, Blue Sky…Unforgettable By Forrest Fisher Last week was a journey week for Fern and I. We hitched up the GMC-1500 and travelled to Pennsylvania for ...

No Traffic, Multiple Turkey Species Greet Visiting Outdoors Folks Visit Parsons to meet and greet the Heartland of our USA By David Gray The day started with the anticipation of attending the Outdoor Communicators of Kansas conference in Labette County, Kansas.  The travel was to Parsons Kansas which is nestled in the southeast ...

  Anglers – Ice Fish for Walleye Hunters – Get Ready for Goose Season Families: It’s Maple Syrup Time and Late Winter Adventures Chautauqua, New York – Feb. 22, 2018: Winter Fishing – Anglers on Chautauqua Lake have enjoyed one of the finest ice fishing seasons in several years. Huge crappie over three pounds, ...

Learn WHEN TO SEE the Aurora Borealis and the Midnight Sun Learn About WHERE TO STAY  Learn WHEN TO VISIT Denali National Park Fairbanks, Alaska (AK) – The Explore Fairbanks 2018 Official Visitors Guide, a 78-page, full-color booklet that describes Fairbanks’ year-round opportunities, is now available for free. The annual publication is designed ...

Too Windy to Fish? Fish another Way! On a Small Beach central Florida, a retirement community…4 gold rings, 1 silver ring, over 100 coins, toys, fishing lures, and some trash.  All in one day. How? “Cold wet hands loosen rings, as does hot, sweaty hands, then throw a ball or Frisbee, the ...

Join Up To Be Part of a DINO-DIG You Might Meet a T-Rex….FACE-to-FACE Learn that We Live Among Much History By Rich Creason The rain began. Slowly at first, then turning into a torrential downpour. The water started running over the top edge of the high bluff along the river. As it ran downward, ...

Lake of the Woods: Walleye Capital of the World Anchor, Relax, Catch Fish All Day…Seriously Simple Jig-Minnow Fishing By David Gray “Where is the guide?” was my second question.  My first question was, “Which boat is mine?”  The boat was one of many 27-foot long Sportcraft walleye charter boats neatly tied-up to the ...

We HAVE SURVIVED Hurricane Irma VERY WELL Come Enjoy, Explore, Swim, Fish, Cruise It is a Shell Collectors Bonanza Adventure Time By Forrest Fisher If you know Lee County, Florida, you know that homeowners and snowbird visitors alike had safety and property concerns after Hurricane Irma sent a measure of fear throughout Florida in ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Integrated Map Provides Fish Locations, Shore Fishing Access, Boat Access Depth Contours ZERO-IN on Hotspot Fishing Locations Bait Shops, Marina Locations, Shipwrecks, ALL HERE…ALL FREE By Forrest Fisher There is a NEW interactive, online, Western New York Hotspot Fishing Map application that is yours FREE at this link:  https://wnyfishing.mrf.com. The regional website map has been ...

By Forrest Fisher Mount Rushmore is no ordinary mountain.  Visiting this sacred place in the Black Hills of South Dakota has been on our “bucket list” for a long time.  As we approached from the north driving down Highway 85, the illusion of darkness rising on the horizon – the Black Hills in the ...

Water Temp Rising Now, Salmon Hitting with Fish to 22 Pounds Smallmouth Bass Fishing is Good on Upper and Lower Niagara River Southtowns Lake Erie Walleye Contest runs June 10-18 Niagara County, NY; June 9, 2017.   Despite record high water levels in Lake Ontario, salmon and trout fishing continues to be good ...

Extraordinary Speed in Safe Flight from Tower-to-Tower Adventure, Fun and Assured Safety Full Body Harness & Head Helmet Protection is Required My Favorite Place: Peek ‘N Peak, near Findley Lake, New York By Forrest Fisher Those zip-lines with strange looking towers on the hills in the distance of places we travel definitely beckon ...

Turkey Hunting Crappie Fishing, Bass Fishing Exploring, Camping, Hiking, Canoeing Morel Hunting By Brent Frazee Once the weather warms, the fish and wild turkeys start stirring, morels starting popping up, the redbud and dogwoods trees bud out. It’s time to head outdoors! Where? Here are some places in Missouri where spring is in full display. TURKEY HUNTING AT ...

HOUSTON — BASS Championship Sunday.  In 2013, Jordan Lee was a member of the Auburn University fishing team.  Today, he’s on top of the professional bass fishing world. The 25-year-old pro from Guntersville, Ala., stayed within striking distance all week at the GEICO Bassmaster Classic presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods. Then ...

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 ...

CAMPFIRE ISLAND: Big Fish, Lots of Fish Delicious Food, Lots of Food Great Fishing Spots, Great Guides, Hot Lures  By Jamie Wilson As anglers we all have a list of lakes, rivers and streams that have the potential to satisfy our ultimate desire; to completely outdo ourselves. This past season (early June) I encountered ...

Wildlife Conservation Areas Established  Fish, Wildlife and Public Access Expanded and Managed   Recreational Opportunities for All, Hunters and Anglers too By Forrest Fisher If you have ever travelled to Florida, it seems everywhere you go there are birds, fish, flowers and wildlife of all sorts.  It’s no accident.  In 2017, the Florida Fish ...

A Father and Daughter True Story of Adventure Bone-Chilling Cold, Grizzly Bears, Polar Bears, Inner Strength Guidebook for Conquering Fear as a Parent Alaska Arctic National Wildlife Refuge By Forrest Fisher Adventure above the view of our modern Western culture is not traditional.  When James Campbell and his teenage daughter, Aiden, set off to visit ...

Wildlife Conservation Areas Established  Fish, Wildlife and Public Access Expanded and Managed   Recreational Opportunities for All, Hunters and Anglers too By Forrest Fisher If you have ever travelled to Florida, it seems everywhere you go there are birds, fish, flowers and wildlife of all sorts.  It’s no accident.  In 2017, the Florida Fish ...

Giant Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike North Country Grandeur, Great Food Peace, Nature, Sacred Moments  The Perfect Christmas Gift – Affordable By David Gray If you were writing a Hemingway-like novel and wanted to pick a really eloquent name for a fishing destination, you couldn’t choose a better one than “Campfire Island, Rainy Lake.”   ...

Ozarks – Part III “What goes around comes around.” Many people believe in that statement and follow a path in life that subscribes to that way of thinking. To a certain extent, it worked for Scott Pauley and me during our recent visit to the “Show Me” State in and around Lake ...

Ozarks Attractions Abound Above and Beneath the Water, and Below the Ground Too Leaving Alhonna Resort on the shores of Lake of the Ozarks was bittersweet. We felt we had only scratched the surface and we begged for more as we pulled away in our Chevy Tahoe. The Tahoe was made ...

Water Sports, Family Fun, Quiet Fishing, Orange Sunsets and More Growing up in the “Land of the Ozarks” had to offer a certain amount of inspiration for the band, Ozark Mountain Daredevils. After a recent visit to Central Missouri, we could certainly relate to the lyrics of their song. We could ...

Missouri State Parks REALLY NEED That 0.01% Tax You might be aware that Missouri’s one-tenth of 1-percent sales tax for parks, soils and water is up for a vote again this year.  In an era when “tax” is a four-letter word, this particular tax is an exception.  It is exceptional because, ...

National Trails Day – June 1, 2016 Nature Abounds in State Parks… Sharing Some of My Experiences Nothing could ever take the place of hunting and fishing for me, but they aren’t the only outdoor pursuits I enjoy.  Sometimes, especially in the summer when most hunting seasons are closed, nothing sounds better ...

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 ...

Chain pickerel are freshwater fish but manage well in brackish water, especially in winter with cool waters, but also depending on the salinity. We used 9-foot, 8-weight fly rods rigged up with intermediate lines and a 30-lb. test leader to handle these toothy critters, with a variety of smaller, musky-like streamers. The ...

Country Music, Nature Trails, Fishing, Great Food, Museums, and the Aquarium on the Boardwalk. Klondike-like gold rush music boom started in the 1980s – it’s even better now. The Osage Indians were first here in Branson. Perhaps they were drawn here by the fantastic fishing.  By David Gray My old friend Larry Whiteley asked ...

Where hospitality and nature meet hunters and fishers. Where walleye tournaments are common, smallmouth bass reach seven pounds, and bowfishing is fun after dark. Wilson Lake is a favorite with campers, hikers, bikers, hunters, paddlers, and water sports enthusiasts. By Jonathan Blumb and David Zumbaugh The Outdoor Communicators of Kansas held their spring conference ...

Advice #1: Seek expert help. The well-stocked Port Charlotte tackle shop called Fish’n Frank’s offers charter captain advice from local fishing specialists. Advice #2: Keep an optimistic focus. Share a grin and good questions to identify the best fishing methods. Advice #3: Tackle care. The legendary fish-filled backwaters of Charlotte Harbor demand that every angler ...

NYS Pheasant-rearing farms reduced from 7 to 1, then Avian disease hit this year. All the breeder birds had to be euthanized. Walleye fishing in Eastern Lake Erie is HOT and crowded after dark right now. Respect the other fellow in a nearby boat. Turkey hunting in Western NY is GOOD – ...

Where to fish – an easy choice when you fish with old guys (the fish are in the water). Rigging and weighting plastic worms and alternatives. Lure selections, knot varieties, water depth: fishing factors that matter. By Forrest Fisher When young-minded friends meet on the water in Florida for a post-retirement gathering, life is ...

Peace River Wildlife Center – Punta Gorda, FL By Dr. Robin Jenkens Rehabilitating baby birds is no small feat. Baby birds must be fed 4 times per hour for 14 hours each day. We can save wildlife because people support our mission. Support baby bird rehabilitation (and other species), please donate or shop our online gift store. Follow ...

Alex Otte has grown from a severely injured 13-year-old girl to become an inspirational lady and leader. Her positive-minded survival story shares her grief with every family that has ever lost someone to an impaired driver.  Bottom line: Boating under the influence = Driving under the influence. She wants to spread that ...

By David Zumbaugh The Outdoor Communicators of Kansas (OCK) chose Lucas, Kansas, for their fall 2021 conference on Nov. 20-22, 2021. OCK members include nationally recognized editors, writers, photographers, artists, and bloggers focusing on outdoor recreation. Nearby Wilson Lake is a fishing hotspot where anglers can catch walleye, white bass, striped ...

By Bob Holzhei Memorial Day weekend is the beginning of the 2022 camping season! Camping allows travelers to spend time outdoors in the fresh air and has become more popular than ever during the post-pandemic era. Some recreational vehicle dealers are having difficulty keeping RVs on their lots. Camping is very budget-friendly too! ...

A place designed for individuals with physical disabilities and their families. Big fish are waiting to greet you! Located on beautiful Lake Shebandowan about 50 miles west of Thunder Bay, Ontario, the newly modernized Wilderness Discovery Centre provides outdoor adventure for disabled persons. It’s all about sharing access to the wilderness ...

In Winter, the Switzerland Alpines can be found in Gaylord, Michigan – snowshoeing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and river rafting peace and quiet In Summer, relax and unwind with camping, hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, boating, kayaking, surf-boarding, wake-boarding…the list is long! All year round, enjoy the forests, fields, the peace of sinkhole lakes, ...

Loons, Lynx, Trophy Fish…Unforgettable Fun at Fletcher Lake Lodge, Canada Arrive by air (bush plane) from Kenora, Ontario…exciting and fun! Visitors find hugs, smiles, peace, quiet…and great food By Larry Whiteley Between fishing for and catching trophy walleye, smallmouth bass, northern pike and musky, there are sightings of moose, bear, lynx, bald eagles, fantastic ...

World class fishing is found everyday in the famous Tri-Lakes region of southwest Missouri. Lake Taneycomo, Table Rock Lake & Bull Shoals Lake offer trout, bass, crappie, walleye, catfish, perch and more. Visitors discover affordable family fun, family fishing, family entertainment and restful accommodations.  By Larry Whiteley Where can you go and fish three ...

Endless adventure with hiking, biking, camping, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, bass and trout fishing, hunting, trap and skeet shooting, spelunking, rock climbing and more. Visit public parks, resorts, campgrounds, forests or one of Branson’s three crystal clear lakes. Water ski, boat or go bass fishing at Table Rock Lake, or kayak and ...

Camping, RVs and Outdoor Recreation in Branson, Missouri Fishing, Hiking, Swimming, Boating Peace, Quiet, the Smell of a Campfire & Sweet, Scrumptious S’Mores By Larry Whiteley Enjoy the great outdoors on a camping trip to Branson in 2020. From campsites to hiking trails, find out everything you need to know to plan an unforgettable ...

Sensible gear to avoid bugs, mice, snakes makes camping lots more fun Choices for a truck tent, comfy pad, pillow and the right sleeping bag  By Larry Whiteley The beauty of nature can easily be missed if you’re not out there camping in our great outdoors. Even if it is cool, cold, rainy, ...

   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 ...

More than 350 Outdoor Business Leaders are Unified in Letter Keep Outdoor Industry Healthy and Jobs Growing $887B Recreation Economy Driver BOULDER, Colo. — Aug 17, 2017: Executives from more than 350 outdoor businesses representing the $887 billion recreation economy—that has emerged as one of our nation’s largest economic drivers—have jointly submitted a ...