Climbing Tips, Tricks And Gear
A Historic Gathering: Whooping Cranes
My phone almost always rings when whooping cranes show up in the central Platte River valley. A good friend, who simply appreciates seeing the tallest and rarest bird in North America, called in early November. So did another. There weren’t just a few whooping cranes on the river: There were a lot of them. When …
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A Day With a Conservation Officer
Questions for Conservation Officer Cory Krause I had the opportunity to patrol the Elkhorn River with Game and Parks Conservation Officer Cory Krause, who is stationed in West Point in northeastern Nebraska. Shortly after getting on the water, we came upon two fishermen in a remote area of the river. As Cory predicted, they did …
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Mystery Goose Mount
Waiting 50 Years to be Told The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission occasionally receives animal mounts from individuals who want or need to unload them but do not want to see them go straight to the garbage bin. These donations, if in acceptable condition, can be used for education or to spruce up a public …
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6 Things Every Outdoorsman Should Do In the New Year
The New Year brings a lot of promise and optimism. Here’s what outdoorsmen and women should focus on. Hopefully, you are as excited about the New Year as I am. I have a ton of plans for growth and bettering myself not only as a person but as an outdoorsman. I believe that the outdoors […]
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Photo Of The Day By billtphoto
Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Early Snow” by billtphoto. Location: Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. Want to get your images…
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BlacktipH Catches Diving Duck While Ice Fishing
How long was this bird down there? If you aren’t familiar with Josh Jorgensen by this point, you’re probably living under a rock, or perhaps some ice. He’s become the face of saltwater fishing across all social media platforms and for good reason, as he certainly knows his stuff. Usually on BlacktipH episodes, though, we […]
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Blind Hunter Harvests Dandy Buck For Her First Deer Ever
Blind people can hunt too! It does not matter who you are or what hardships life may have dealt you. Hunting is for anyone and everyone who wants to try it. Even if a person has disabilities that may participation in the pursuit seemingly impossible. Well, with a little determination and help, anything is possible. […]
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7mm Rem Mag: 7 Great Hunting Rifles Chambered For the Classic Round
These rifles in 7mm Rem Mag will take down a plethora of big game animals. When it comes to big game hunting at long range, there’s a bevy of centerfire rifle options on the market with new caliber options being introduced all the time. However, sometimes the classics are the best and it’s hard to […]
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Creating Memorable Wildlife Portraits
Wildlife photography is thrilling on many levels. Simply being near a wild animal and having it allow you into its…
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Hartman aligns with Crusher Lures
Crusher Lures is proud to announce the addition of Bassmaster Elite Series pro Jamie Hartman. Hartman will be endorsing the full line of products along with helping develop new items to be included in Crusher’s Signature Series Line.
Analyzing the 2022 Elite fisheries
The 2022 Bassmaster Elite Series schedule tracks across the best times to fish on some of the nation’s top fisheries during the prespawn, spawn and postspawn cycles.
2 Best Heated Hats of 2022 for Everyone + Is Heated Apparel Safe?
Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Heated gear will make you a wintertime person. See for yourself. If you’ve never been a fan of the cold, get ready to be. Heated apparel saves outdoorsmen, winter sports […]
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All the Best Fishing Lodges in America Have These 5 Things in Common
What are the factors that make best fishing lodges so good? At one time or another, we’ve all had the desire to gather a few friends and reserve space at the fishing lodge of our dreams. Generally speaking, it’s done in the summer months, involves some traveling, and requires planning before you go. There are […]
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This $35,000 Ice Shanty is Nicer Than Most Tiny Homes
This ice fishing shack is better than some tiny homes! Anglers in northern climates know ice fishing isn’t just something you enjoy seasonally, it’s a lifestyle in the winter months. If you don’t believe us, you only need to look at some of the ridiculous ice shacks some anglers have at popular fishing destinations like […]
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Photo Of The Day By Eric Wellman
Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Red Fox Posing in the Snow” by Eric Wellman. Location: Nebraska. Want to get…
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Entomology Facts That Fly Fishermen Can Learn From
Understanding these five entomology facts is the beginning of knowledge towards fly fishing success. The esteemed University of Nebraska Lincoln lists no less than 14 possible career positions related to a degree in entomology, but not one has to do with fly fishing. The study of insect life has a multitude of fascinating lessons to […]
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One Way to Keep Your Venison From Going Bad in the Field
This simple and inexpensive technique will keep your venison from spoiling in the warmer temperatures this hunting season. We get into deer hunting for all sorts of reasons, but one of the main reasons we enjoy it so much is that it provides us with a great deal of food. The food I am talking about […]
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Full Body vs Silhouette Decoys for Waterfowl: Pros and Cons for Goose Hunters
Decoys are a vital part of waterfowl hunting, so what are the best types of decoys to use? The two main types of waterfowl decoys to use are full body and silhouette decoys. Some hunters have strong opinions about full body decoys and others prefer silhouette decoys, but is one better than the other? Let’s […]
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