Women aren’t new to fishing. Millions of women have been making waves on banks and in boats for years–and the number is growing. According to an industry study from the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF), women made up 36% of all anglers in 2021. At 19.7 million strong, participation numbers grew by about 10% […]
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When I was a senior in high school, the only thing I knew about my future career is that I wanted to work with animals. At the time, the only option I thought I had was veterinary school. However, my lack of desire to go into any kind of medical profession made me hesitant to […]
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Professional bass fishing sponsors continue to pave the way for bass fishing to be a part of our national conscience. Pro fishing and sponsorships are inseparable; they’re everywhere you look. Between the MLF and B.A.S.S. circuits, we can see nearly every one of the best brand names in the fishing industry huddled together on the […]
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H-E-B is partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife in conservation efforts. Iconic grocery chain H-E-B has joined forces with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation in a new effort to help conserve natural resources in the Lone Star State. More specifically, H-E-B is planning to support conservation efforts across the state on projects like black […]
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Recent legislation proposed in New Hampshire threatened the age-old New England tradition of rabbit hunting with hounds. A proposed New Hampshire bill, which was introduced in January 2022, set to limit the ability to train hunting dogs with wild rabbits. Presented by representatives Edith Tucker (D) and Dennis Thompson (R), the initiative also had the […]
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The pronghorn antelope is fast, wily, and has eyes like a hawk. Here are some pronghorn facts for hunters and everyday sportsmen alike. The pronghorn antelope is the fastest land mammal in North America. In fact, it’s the fastest in the entire western hemisphere. Sportsmen and women have been giving chase to these wily “speed […]
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Deer herd health is subject to weather conditions, and a harsh winter can have a bigger impact than most of us realize. While there’s plenty of variation in range, topographical area, and food sources for North American deer, when it comes to winter, nothing is unaffected by the extreme cold. Some deer mortality is expected […]
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Here’s the lineup of outdoor shows on Netflix that you’ve been looking for. Whether you’re into hunting, fishing, or general outdoor and nature shows, Netflix seems to have something for everyone. It’s become a great place for outdoors loving men and women everywhere to absorb quality content. So when the time comes for every outdoorsman […]
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Hunters of Color has set out to build bridges over the barriers that blocked Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) from hunting. A few years ago, the founders of the Oregon-based nonprofit Hunters of Color, Lydia Parker, Jimmy Flatt, and Thomas Tyner, were three friends from Oregon State University who had noticed an alarming […]
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What is the Outdoor Recreation Act and how will it effect outdoorsmen and women? Two U.S. Senators from different sides of the aisle have come together for the benefit of outdoor recreation including camping, hiking, climbing, and access to federal lands. Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va) and Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo) have introduced the Outdoor Recreation […]
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The storied conservation organization celebrates 85 years and 15 million acres saved. Arguably the most storied conservation organization ever formed, Ducks Unlimited celebrated its 85th anniversary last week and the organization is happy to celebrate years of key wetlands preservation. The role of public hunting areas is more important than ever these days. Mostly because […]
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Hunters in some western states are no longer allowed to use trail cameras in the taking of wild game. Is that the right move? The question of whether trail cameras cross the line of ethics in hunting was raised a few years ago when the Boone & Crockett Club updated their Big Game Records Eligibility […]
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