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Watch Your Step!

Who knew that baiting bears in Michigan’s upper peninsula was such a perilous endeavor? It’s not just the abundant wolf population that poses a threat in the wild. Trivia question: Is there quicksand in Michigan? Just ask Ross. To paraphrase,...

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Nothing can beat fall fishing in Michigan

The origin of the name “Michigan” is derived from the Native American (Chippewa) word, meicigama, which means “great water”. Known...

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The Chamber of Flashbacks – Sploosh!

No one makes a Grand Entrance quite like Ross Chambers. Gary and Ross were to meet up to pregame for...

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While You Were Sleeping

Did you ever stop to think about what goes on in the great outdoors at night? Thanks to trail cams,...

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Take a kid hunting – it is very important to the future of hunting

My wife Ginny and I always look forward to Michigan’s special Liberty Hunt, when our home literally becomes “deer camp”,...

THE LATEST

Watch Your Step!

Who knew that baiting bears in Michigan’s upper peninsula was such a perilous endeavor? It’s not just the abundant wolf population that poses a threat in the wild. Trivia question: Is there quicksand in Michigan? Just ask Ross. To paraphrase,...

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Featured image for “Nothing can beat fall fishing in Michigan”

Nothing can beat fall fishing in Michigan

The origin of the name “Michigan” is derived from the Native American (Chippewa) word, meicigama, which means “great water”. Known as the Great Lakes state, Michigan offers wonderful fishing opportunities...

Featured image for “The Chamber of Flashbacks – Sploosh!”

The Chamber of Flashbacks – Sploosh!

No one makes a Grand Entrance quite like Ross Chambers. Gary and Ross were to meet up to pregame for bear hunting season, with much preparation to be done. His...

Featured image for “While You Were Sleeping”

While You Were Sleeping

Did you ever stop to think about what goes on in the great outdoors at night? Thanks to trail cams, we have at least a hint of a notion. This...

Featured image for “Take a kid hunting – it is very important to the future of hunting”

Take a kid hunting – it is very important to the future of hunting

My wife Ginny and I always look forward to Michigan’s special Liberty Hunt, when our home literally becomes “deer camp”, which entails a festive atmosphere and taking kids out deer...

HUNTING &
OUTDOORS

Hunting deer in sights

While You Were Sleeping

Take a kid hunting – it is very important to the future of hunting

The Chamber of Flashbacks – coming soon!

STORIES &
ADVENTURES

Successful hunter posing with his prize

Dependable ‘Chuck rifles – tools for a great summertime outdoor adventure

When Turkeys Go Silent

Uncle Bob’s Memorial Turkey

TIPS &
TECHNIQUES

Hunter giving advice to a couple of eager hunters

Preseason readiness for fast approaching deer hunting adventures

Dependable ‘Chuck rifles – tools for a great summertime outdoor adventure

“Turkeyology 101”

TIPS FOR
BEGINNERS

Take a kid hunting – it is very important to the future of hunting

Hook and line adventures during the Dog Days of summer

Foraging is a great and popular outdoor pastime

STORIES &
ADVENTURES

Successful hunter posing with his prize

Dependable ‘Chuck rifles – tools for a great summertime outdoor adventure

When Turkeys Go Silent

Uncle Bob’s Memorial Turkey

HUNTING &
OUTDOORS

Hunting deer in sights

While You Were Sleeping

Take a kid hunting – it is very important to the future of hunting

The Chamber of Flashbacks – coming soon!

TIPS &
TECHNIQUES

Hunter giving advice to a couple of eager hunters

Preseason readiness for fast approaching deer hunting adventures

Dependable ‘Chuck rifles – tools for a great summertime outdoor adventure

“Turkeyology 101”

TIPS FOR
BEGINNERS

Take a kid hunting – it is very important to the future of hunting

Hook and line adventures during the Dog Days of summer

Foraging is a great and popular outdoor pastime

GUNS

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Dependable ‘Chuck rifles – tools for a great summertime outdoor adventure

My first hunting trip to Canada 40 years ago might surprise most folks. It wasn’t…

By: Tom Lounsbury

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Enjoying The Outdoors The Air Rifle Way

The first air guns/rifles appear in history during the 1580’s. They were mainly used by…

By: Tom Lounsbury

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Ode to the magnificent rimfire “Double Deuce”

There is little doubt that the most popular rifle and handgun cartridge in this country…

By: Tom Lounsbury

GUEST AUTHORS

“Rabbitat” -yesterday, today & tomorrow!

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One fine big game cartridge for Michigan hunting – the .450 Bushmaster

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Drink What You Like …an Adventure along the Bourbon Trail

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The Luck Of The Draw – Sometimes It Does Really Happen!

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Active Scrapes, #1 Natural Hunting Location.

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Diehard – A Battle of Wills

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50 Years Of Black Bear Research

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

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Entry, Exit Tactics to Defeat Deer Hunting Pressure

Courtesy of John Eberhart & Deer and Deer Hunting Magazine. The best entry and exit routes can get you away…

John Eberhart

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Family Traditions – An Invitation Awaits

By: Gary Morgan. Being a hunting guide for whitetail deer in Michigan has its challenges. Specifically, the Eastern Upper Peninsula…

Wild Game Dynasty

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The 100-inch “Booner”

By: John Eberhardt. Whitetail deer are the most adaptable, widespread, abundant, and sought after game animal in the country and…

John Eberhart

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Find Those Primary Rut Spots Now And Give Thanks To A Gobbler

By: John Eberhart. Proper location preparation can make the difference in whether or not you have success stories to tell.…

John Eberhart

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Using Dogs to Locate Wounded Bear or Deer

By: Jacob VanHouten. “I can’t believe I lost that buck, with a good shot and strong blood trail… I just…

Jacob VanHouten

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The blind-siding way for savvy whitetails – Made in Michigan Lucky Hunting Blinds pave the way

By: Tom Lounsbury. There is no question that the whitetail deer is the most popular big game animal in North…

Tom Lounsbury

FISHING

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Nothing can beat fall fishing in Michigan

The origin of the name “Michigan” is derived from the Native American (Chippewa) word, meicigama, which means “great water”. Known…

By: Tom Lounsbury

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Essential Gear For A Fly-In Fishing Trip

Well folks, the day has come and it is time to start going through my gear to prepare for another…

By: Robert Weller

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Hook and line adventures during the Dog Days of summer

Most folks often assume the Dog Days get their name from the mid to late summer’s dry and hot weather…

By: Tom Lounsbury