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There was a skim of ice on the pond this morning which served as a good reminder that ice-fishing is getting closer all the time. While we’re probably still a couple of weeks away from […]
Over a week ago I told you about the OTW Red Dot sight that I got, and ordered 2 more from Amazon for around $13 each. Well today they arrived. The one that I received […]
Over the past two months ODU has received very positive news from several writers looking to join us as contributors. We have had many contributors come to us and share their stories and again we […]
This afternoon a package arrived from another order that I had with some sale items from Sportsman’s Guide. This time I had a couple of Catch 22 ammo storage units and 2 Do-All Outdoors Stop […]
It was a cold and windy day, but I was able to get out for a short time at the Rock Island Conservation Club just before Christmas. The only fish caught was a yellow bass […]
Winter in the Benner household usually means slowing down a bit. With my hunting done for the year, unless a pesky porcupine needs to be taken care of, it is time to catch up on […]
HT Enterprises Inc. has been producing and marketing a full line of premium quality outdoor products since the early 1970’s. HT’s product line began with the industry’s most comprehensive line of ice tackle, including the first […]
Winter is big bass time of year and understanding their habits and regiments are a big part of finding those big females. While we all dream of that big bass it takes some studying of […]
Two plinking pieces to get you ready for more target shooting. For years E-Z Livin’ Inc. in Milan, IL has been known for fishing tackle and archery equipment. Now, with the new owner, Todd Carnes, […]
Pepper and I went fishing last week before the snow at a couple of lakes as we do weekly. The ice was going back out, so we had plenty of open water. We were zeroed […]
Though my challenge doesn’t officially begin until the beginning of the year, like any good writer, I began to do my research early. I want to get my facts straight and choose my words carefully. […]
Mark Millichamp and I had a great day of plinking today. Mark was able to try out my Henry Repeating Arms Evil Roy, Mare’s Leg and Frontier Long Barrel, along with the Heritage Firearms Rough […]
People have asked about a target that can be used for practicing for their CCW shooting qualification. Hopefully this will help. I’ve also talked a little bit about concealed weapons, and touched upon Mark Millichamp‘s […]
Across the ice-belt there are several species of fish that anglers have the opportunity to catch from under the ice. Walleyes, northern pike, perch, crappies and other types of panfish, smallmouth and largemouth bass and […]
If you icefish for panfish you’ve probably tied on a tungsten jig more than a time or two. But it’s advantages of fishing heavy at small sizes aren’t always what the fish want. See how […]
As we move toward a new year I sit and ponder about the fate of the environment and our outdoor pursuits. More and more land, public land, is either disappearing or being closed off to […]
To some anglers, lure color isn’t that important. To other anglers, color is very important. To the most successful anglers, lure color is part of the equation. In a good number of situations, whether it […]
Three Part Article: Targets4Free.com & B27 target to Firefly/SIG Mosquito, Swarm Maxxim & Evil Roy to finally the Ruger 10/22 Compact. People have asked what can they use to practice for their qualifying for the […]
It is that time of the year when people are going over their gift list, with many being stumped on what to give the outdoorsmen on that list. As I did last year, I’ve put […]
When the winter comes and your favorite bait is some sort of bladed jig the presentation changes to adapt to the winter conditions. If you’re fishing the late fall transition you will quickly see that […]
I received some TriMags that I ordered for my Ruger 10/22 Compact rifle. These make it possible to fasten three 10-round magazines together. With the two Alangator LLC TriMags, 3 more magazines and the OEM […]
I think anyone my age (older than dirt) remembers the saying, “You can’t see the forest for the trees”. The meaning of that saying is simple enough. It means that we are so focused on […]
I received my pro staff shipment of lures that I selected from Custom Jigs & Spins. Along with the Slender Spoon and RPM Minnow I’ll be using these lures – Ratfinkee, Gill Getter, Frisbee, Rocker […]
Last week I sent an email out to several of the people in the fishing and shooting industry and others who have somehow been a part of my 45 years in the industry. I felt […]
After a day of deer hunting in Vermont, we jumped in the truck with no deer to show for our efforts. While Stan and I could come up with a list of excuses, but what […]
Last week I said that I hoped that the Go Go Runners that Ron Stallings shipped in from TTI-Blakemore would break my streak of being “zeroed out” the last couple of fishing outings. Well they […]
With the ice-fishing season upon us, now is good time for some reminders about improving your chances for success through the ice. Following are some of those reminders. Just as in open water fishing, probably […]
I received a nice surprise in the mail today. I had requested some Slab Daddy jigs from Ron Stallings, head of our TTI-Blakemore pro staff, but to my surprise I got some Go Go Runners. […]
Well, it’s that time of year again. A time when we gather with family and friends at the Benner household. We gather to celebrate another year, putting aside all of our differences. We come together […]
As I told you, I was getting ready to upload a video about making targets and backboards out of junk. In fact, I’ll probably use the one I made indoors and the others I have […]
Fishing today was windy and tough. The water temperature is in the upper 30’s, but ironically the fish were in the shallowest water in the lake. The first strike bit the tail off of a […]
The other day I got a call from my friend Stan wondering if I was interested in going on a deer hunt in Vermont. He had planned to go on November 21st and though I […]
I picked up a Ruger 10/22 Compact semi-auto 22LR rifle, sent through Ruger, today at B&B Hardware in Milan, which is my FFL dealer. For people on your gift list that like compact and carbine […]
After picking up my new sunglasses from Jim Nordquist I gave a lake that Jim and I have fished in the past a bit of a try. Normally the Blitz Lures LLC Blade in the […]
Viking Solutions, an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of quality outdoor products, announce the release of their new line of premium Fishing Rod Racks. The Viking Solutions Rod Rocks are available in two […]
There was a skim of ice on the pond this morning which served as a good reminder that ice-fishing is getting closer all the time. While we’re probably still a couple of weeks away from […]
Dan covers ELEY USA ammunition, Gamo Outdoor USA Swarm Maxxim and polarized sunglasses. Enjoy and take notes. Some ELEY USA ammunition arrived today – Action 40gr and Subsonic Hollow 36gr. I’ll be giving these a […]
In all my articles I try to tell the reader what I am using for gear on any particular outing. It is something I have always done and will continue to do. I have also […]
Once a year Americans “give thanks” in honor of a time long ago when the Native Americans (my ancestors) saved the butts of the European settlers who decided to settle along the shores of New […]
As the fall fishing continues to mask a slow presentation I thought I would give some detail on the many ways to fish a worm. There is no doubt we have advanced the presentation over […]
Fishing the Midwest, one of the Midwest’s longest-running and highest-rated fishing television shows, announced today that they have formed a partnership with INTELLI-CORE, manufacturers of the revolutionary new CORE ICE fish houses. “The revolutionary hybrid […]
Fighting 20 to 30 mph winds was a big challenge for fishing today! I managed to keep from being zeroed out thanks to the Blitz Lures LLC 1/2 oz. Spotted Goby Blade and Natural Forage […]
November 8th was the opening day of the New Hampshire firearms season for deer. November 7th found me getting my gear together and going over my plans. I decided to hunt a spot in Dunbarton, […]
Our travels take us across both the United States and Canada each winter in a quest to explore some of the best ice fishing destinations. Some road trips return us to consistent and dependable ice […]
Soon I’ll be trying what many people say is the best semi-auto 22 rifle built. It is Ruger’s 10/22. I’ve opted for the Compact 1168 model, which has fiber optic sights, and is 34″ long. […]
With the colder water ahead we are gaining ground on the time of year my favorite bait produce some great catches. I know lots of folks don’t really work spinner bait as it gets colder […]
When I write an article I always tell the reader what I am using for gear. I talk about the rods, reels, lures and line that I am using on particular trip. I’m not sponsored […]
I’m pretty sure the 2017 open water fishing season is over for me. While it’s still fresh in my mind this is the time of year that I like to look back at the just-completed […]
After seeing my fishing buddy, Dr. Jim Nordquist on a professional level, I took care of some errands, looked at some property for the Shoot ‘N’ Plink™ shooting range, and went fishing for a very […]
On my first cast, using a Blitz Lures LLC Spotted Goby Blade, I caught a 14 inch bass. From there on it was almost fishless until towards the time when I was leaving. I ended […]
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