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Fishing for White Bass: An Overlooked Angling Opportunity


Fishing for White Bass: An Overlooked Angling Opportunity

White bass while not growing as large as largemouth and smallmouth bass, are an absolute blast to catch. They are often overlooked by anglers but can provide all-day fishing action.  Distribution  The natural range of the white bass is mostly concentrated in the central region of the United States from the Great Lakes to the Gulf states, and from Oklahoma to New...


How to Conceal Carry a Revolver


How to Conceal Carry a Revolver

Recent polls show that 21 million Americans carry handguns in public, and revolvers make an excellent choice for concealed carry. If you’re new to the CCW world, you might feel overwhelmed by all the options, especially for revolvers, so we’ll break down the main ones. To conceal carry a revolver, you need a comfortable holster that you can discreetly wear...


Is 10mm a Good Conceal Carry Cartridge?


Is 10mm a Good Conceal Carry Cartridge?

With approximately 21 million Americans carrying handguns in public, concealed carry pistols are practically everyday conversation. You might wonder if the big 10mm cartridge is an effective round for concealed carry with all the calibers out there. The 10mm round has good stopping power. But due to concealability, recoil, cost, and ammo availability, other options such as .380 ACP, 9mm,...


Ice Fishing for Whitefish


Ice Fishing for Whitefish

Whitefish are a blast to catch on the ice, and while they are still overlooked by many ice anglers, they are growing in popularity due to having all the trademarks of any other popular sportfish.  Where Can I Fish for Whitefish?  Whitefish are widespread throughout Canada, Alaska, and the very northern regions of the Continental United States.  One of the...


How To Plan A Destination Backpacking Trip


how to plan a destination backpacking trip

  If you know where to look, you can find some amazing backpacking routes within driving distance to your home base. If plans change or something happens that requires you to return home, it’s no big deal. These types of trips are a great place to start and for saving money! But some of the world’s epic backpacking routes require...


The Science of Venom and Snakebite Care


rattlesnake in grass

Feeling anxious about snakes is extremely common worldwide, and ranges from slight unease all the way to diagnosed ophidiophobia, which is an intense phobia with serious symptoms! Even harmless, nonvenomous snakes cause people to feel uneasy; there’s just something about snakes that we don’t trust. In my opinion, it doesn’t have to be that way. Most snakes are very shy...