Choosing the right oar for your small boat can be tough. Oar length is important especially when you have a boat dependent on those oars for movement and control. If you’ve ever wound up with the wrong size oars or even a makeshift oar on your boat, dinghy, or kayak you know the challenge is real. Balance can be thrown...

If you are thinking a using a trail camera for the first time, this guide should help you conquer the learning curve.  As a fairly primitive fellow, I am a little bit stubborn when it comes to change. I often find that past ways or viewpoints are effective and cause less stress. Take camping for example. When I hear the...

Looking for a fish that puts up a good fight, bites frequently, and doesn’t require a ton of fishing gear to get started? Then the catfish is the perfect species for you. Found around the world, catfish are plentiful and come in a variety of sizes. Be aware of the species of catfish near you as some can leave longer...

Choosing a Life Jacket is a basic, but important, decision to make. Keep these factors in mind to ensure you get the best floatation device for your situation.  For many Americans, the idea of outdoor fun conjures up images of water. Whether fishing the local lake or out on big water, many fond memories have been made on the water....

Fishing dates back many ages, and though equipment has advanced through the years the basics of the sport remain virtually unchanged. Looking back in history we find that fishing was a means of survival and from the Romans to the Chinese in the 4th century BC all used some form of rod, line, and hook. Fast-forward to the present and...

Choosing a camping tent is a breeze if you follow these simple guidelines. I remember it like it was yesterday. I was in central Montana on a spring bear hunt 50 miles from the nearest town. The drive yielded beautiful vistas and open country. It was paradise if I’ve ever seen it. Green grass in all directions, flowing creeks meandering...