Being in top shape is by no means a requirement for being a great hunter. I would argue, however, that having a solid fitness base can help make hunting more enjoyable no matter your style of hunting. Even if you’re not planning a multi-day backcountry hunt in mountainous terrain, having good cardiovascular health and strength will help you both in...

It’s spring! This means turkeys, fishing, and… a pan full of butter and morel mushrooms! If you don’t already seek out these delicious fungi in the springtime, it’s time to start. Even if mushroom hunting isn’t your primary goal when spending time in the woods in the spring, it can be beneficial to keep an eye out for ‘shrooms when...

As hunters, it is helpful to be aware of changes in the populations of animals that we pursue. When it comes to wildlife disease, circumstances surrounding outbreaks and the biology of the disease not only can affect how a state chooses to manage a population, but can also affects the individual animals you’re seeing during hunting season. White-tailed deer can...

The most common quail hunting scene in paintings and pictures is a good-looking dog, paw in the air, and birds in the distance. Many think of that picturesque scene and a well-trained dog as a key component of quail hunting. Most first-time quail hunters don’t have the luxury of such a dog. But there’s good news - you don’t need...

While being a popular and cherished sport fish in European countries like the U.K. and France, carp of all varieties are invasive and incredibly detrimental to native habitats and species in the United States. Let's dive into the details of this problematic invasive species.    How did Carp Get Here? Common carp were brought to the United States in 1831....

“Hunting is conservation!” This has become a popular phrase for sportsmen and women to repeat as a very true and meaningful expression about what hunting means for the greater good of wildlife and the places they live. Hunters who use this phrase are not entirely wrong. Just by purchasing a license and gear, hunters contribute money that funds wildlife research...