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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) completed the final step in reevaluating five Species of Special Concern, one of six key objectives outlined in Florida’s Imperiled Species Management Plan. As a result, several […]
JUMBO TIME! CATCH MORE PERCH NOW! In the last REEL-TIMES issue, we mentioned a unique one-two perch punch that Big Stone Lake fishing guide Tanner Arndt (shown above) uses to “call in” and catch more jumbos […]
For years, my friend Alison has been telling me, “You’ve gotta rent a Potomac Appalachian Trail Club cabin! You’ll love it!” So here we were, my husband and I, on a late winter afternoon so […]
“Garmin’s g3 products combine the best content from both Garmin and Navionics to provide the highest quality detail and coverage available to mariners today.” OLATHE, Kan.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–g3 and LakeVü g3 cartography products built-in for coastal […]
GREAT ICE FISHING & TV SEASON IS HERE! The ice fishing season is off to a torrid start across the Midwest with reports coming in from lots of places indicating outstanding fishing action so far […]
In defiance of the government shutdown that continues to impact federal workers and public lands, a broad-based package of public lands bills, including a measure that would revive the Land and Water Conservation Fund, has […]
Recently I was fortunate to get in on a couple of really good ice bites. One bite was on Big Stone Lake for perch and big bluegills. The other was on Upper Red Lake for […]
In the past 14 years, Mainers have faced out-of-state interest groups trying to dictate how bears are hunted. Twice, we have won. Now, recent articles in the Portland Press Herald and Bangor Daily News give […]
With the winter bite upon us and the resurgence of the A-Rig over the last month I thought it would be a good time to share some of the deepest secrets of making this bait […]
It was in the 20’s, with a colder wind chill, but the water was open at the Rock Island Conservation Club. So, I was able to get to fish on the first day of the […]
Get ready for an upcoming Henry Repeating Arms review, as I am acquiring a Small Game Carbine model H001TLP, that has the Skinner Peep Sight. This will be something new for Shoot ‘N’ Plink™. It […]
Journey 250 Flashlight/Charger – One of the most important parts of preparing for a journey is deciding what to bring and what to leave behind. Multi-functional tools that work in a variety of elements and […]
Whether you’re fishing for largemouth bass on Ocmulgee WMA or brown trout in the Chattahoochee River, fishing in the cooler months ( winter fishing ) is relatively the same for any fish species. You’ll want […]
For many, winter’s time to hang up the bass gear and wait until spring ushers in warmer waters and the magic of the pre-spawn period. But for others, like B.A.S.S. pro Mark Menendez, winter […]
It is now very apparent that when plans were first being made to bring wolves back into the Northern Rockies, knowledgeable “wolf scientists” must have been extremely rare – and extremely far and few in […]
I’ve tried out the Smith & Wesson Corp. and Cold Steel throwing knives, and the Cold Steel win hands down. The Smith & Wesson are made of stainless steel, which is nice, but won’t stick […]
Maryland’s pioneering law to restrict the sale and use of insecticides implicated in honeybee die-offs had a bumpy debut this year. Spot checks of home and garden, hardware and other stores around the state found […]
There are a few concepts for ice-fishing that are really good starting points. If you’ll practice these concepts, with minor revisions every time out, you’ll be more successful on the ice this ice-fishing season. In […]
I always try fishing on the first and last day of each year. It seems like I normally make the last day, but weather always wants to be bad on the first. Today, the weather […]
Two Weeks ago, The Conservation Fund announced its purchase of 18,778 acres of forestland—an important step toward significantly increasing public access for hunting and wildlife-associated recreation in northwestern West Virginia, while benefiting threatened and endangered […]
What better Christmas present could there be than a new home? Of course, some anglers might say an improved chance to catch some fish would be at the top of their list. Christmas trees can […]
The Umarex USA, Inc. Hill’s PCP pump arrived today along with a dry pack adapter. Now I’ll be able to fill the American Tactical Nova Liberty and let everyone know how it performs. Eventually I […]
We’re still building and constantly tweaking our site to create a better way for you to shop for tackle, and we want to keep you posted when we launch big changes to our experience. New this […]
Recently I was fortunate to get in on a couple of really good ice bites. One bite was on Big Stone Lake for perch and big bluegills. The other was on Upper Red Lake for […]
Why go snowshoeing? What started thousands of years ago as a mode of transportation has evolved into a popular winter activity for recreation and fitness. Here’s why: It’s fun: Snowshoeing extends your hiking or running […]
Something arrived today for a new Shoot ‘N’ Plink™ project. I ordered some Cold Steel 12″ Throwing Knives, and a Kopis Machete. The machete will be used in my conservation job, but the throwing knives […]
It is Christmas morning here at the Benner homestead and all is quiet. Both the wife and dog are still in bed. It is going to be a lazy day for the three of us. […]
When I think about hunting, it is amazing to me how something I am so passionate about today was never introduced to me when I was young. I grew up in the Upper Peninsula, a […]
NOAA Fisheries West Coast Region commends Governor Inslee for convening the Task Force on Southern Resident Killer Whales and the Task Force co-chairs, members, and working groups for crafting a broad package of recovery recommendations […]
The trend of giving personal-sized cooking tools as holiday gifts needs to end. The holiday season is a time to join with friends and family to share traditions, gifts, and most importantly, great meals with […]
Story first reported by woodburyoutfitters.com. Michigan archer Corey Memering shot one of the largest whitetails ever shot in Michigan when he harvested a 227” brute the day before Halloween. It should also be noted […]
It arrived – the American Tactical Nova Liberty. This one is in 22 cal. I would have preferred 177, but still can give it a try. It has a great wooden stock. I wish it […]
Your alarm clock goes off and it is Monday morning again. You slide out of bead, throw on some slippers and stumble down to the coffee pot to pour you a cup of joe […]
Namibia. Land of wide-open spaces. Land of contrasts. Land of the brave. From the oldest desert in the World to sub-tropical climates and wide rivers. Where the sustainable use of our abundant wildlife is enshrined […]
The state Department of Environmental Conservation is holding a photo contest for women who hunt in New York State. Winning entries will be featured in next year’s New York State Hunting and Trapping Regulations Guide, […]
The United States holds the distinction of being a global leader in conservation and sustainable fisheries. Because our nation is one of the largest consumers and importers of seafood in the world, U.S. standards for […]
While todays mapping has improved drastically; as everything from coloring to contours to self-recorded detail are available you still must understand what you’re seeing on your screens. That for many can be a challenge so […]
Well Umarex USA, Inc. is certainly going to keep me busy. I received two new BB guns (Brodax revolver and DX-17 Kit) and the Trap-Shot resetting target. There was also some Umarex Steel BBs and […]
Running, fetching, and showering your human with love can be thirsty work. Designed just for dogs, this water bottle keeps your canine companion well hydrated on the go. With just a squeeze of the bottle, […]
The award-winning Fishing the Midwest television series will start airing again in early 2019 in homes throughout the Midwest, and this year, anglers across North America will have access to Fishing the Midwest. Fishing the […]
With some recent success with a jig and the fact that it is one of my favorite baits, I thought I would pass on a few adjustments that I like to make when fishing a […]
A hunter could be in the running for harvesting one of the largest bucks ever shot in America. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources highlighted Keith Szableswki of Johnston City, Illinois who shot a […]
Umarex USA Inc. announces a major addition to their Gauntlet line of Pre-Charged Pneumatic (PCP) air rifles: the .25 caliber Gauntlet. The Gauntlet offers the larger .25 caliber for the same market driving MSRP of […]
FLIR is excited to announce the launch of its next-generation Raymarine VHF radios. The compact Ray53, full-sized Ray63 and the multifunction Ray73 with AIS are all full-function VHF marine radios with Class D Digital Selective Calling […]
For more than a decade, HybridLight has consistently produced solar-powered illumination products that pioneer new technologies, new features, and new levels of customer confidence. The HybridLight Pro Kit is a celebration of this legacy of […]
I know I have been silent on the pages of ODU for most of the year. Other assignments have been keeping me busy. You have to go where the jobs take you, even if it keeps […]
Sorry guys, I couldn’t wait to do a video. I just had to shoot the Umarex USA, Inc. Brodax BB revolver. This thing is fantastic. Even before doing the video I’m giving it a 5-star […]
The ocean is the wrong place to be a shrimp. Here, you’re at the top of the menu – everybody’s menu. Not only must you avoid the diesel-powered trawlers, but you must also evade […]
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