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Gear Review: Biolite 200 Headlamp

I tested the Biolite 200 Headlamp and believe I may have found the last headlamp I’ll need. Biolite has been on the scene for a while, making quality, battery-powered smokeless fire pits and campstoves, as well as recharging power banks, camp lights, and headlamps. They’re doing their part to rid the outdoor gear space of […]
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Antler Point Restrictions: Are They Good or Bad for Hunting?

Are antler point restrictions helping or hurting hunting? As modern deer hunting continues to evolve in the 21st century, wildlife management officials are consistently looking at new ways of controlling and growing the deer herds in their states or provinces. There has been a monumental shift towards creating a better age structure in many areas […]
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SunnySports Refreshes Brand Identity to Help Everyone #ChooseTheOutdoors

SunnySports, the online apparel and gear destination for outdoor enthusiasts, is working to make the customer experience even better. SunnySports has worked to establish itself as an online source for outdoor gear and apparel since 1995. Recently, the company went through a branding revamp and refresh to not only make themselves more noticeable, but to […]
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Time
I guess daylight savings time ends this weekend. Whatever. Don’t forget to turn your clocks back an hour Saturday night. That is a relatively easy task for most of us, but a little more work for some: Sorry, I could not resist. I thought it was funny. I wonder if they have to move the …
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Taste Test: Jack Daniel’s Highest-Proof Whiskey Ever Brings the Heat
Our whiskey critic reviews the distillery’s Coy Hill Single Barrel Special Release.
Monochrome Vision Assignment Winner Garry Everett

Congratulations to Garry Everett for winning the recent Monochrome Vision Assignment with the image, “Ghostly.” See more of Everett’s photography…
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7 Most Comfy Men’s Winter Hats of 2021 for Hunting, Work, & More

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. Your sun hat won’t cut it for the next few months, so be sure to get a cozy winter hat to keep you warm. It’ll be freezing before we know […]
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Mossy Oak Stanley Thermos Bottle, Travel Mug, and Flask: Legendary Camo Patterns on Legendary Drinkware

We got a sneak peek at the new Mossy Oak Stanley Thermos, a combination of two legendary brands synonymous with quality, pride, and honoring your roots. Mossy Oak and Stanley, two American brands with a deep heritage in our collective communities, have released a collection of drinkware they say is Built for Hunt. Fish. Work. […]
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Trespassing Laws in New York Explained for Outdoorsmen

Here are the New York trespassing laws as they pertain to folks who want to hunt or fish in the Empire State. On any state land managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, (NYSDEC) including Wildlife Management Areas and State Forests, the boundaries are well marked with DEC signs and usually open […]
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Gourmet Wild Game: How to Elevate Your Harvest

Gourmet wild game recipes represent the ultimate respect of the harvest. The more people who experiment with wild game meat, the more new and ground-breaking dishes we’ll get. We know there’s a lot of traditional hunters out there who are just dying for some new and unusual dishes this year, and anyone with some time […]
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Camo T-Shirts: 5 Picks From Mossy Oak, Realtree, and More

Here are five camo t-shirts that look as good in your hunting spot as they do around town. Ever since we saw our first camo t-shirt, we had to have one. The only trouble was that you couldn’t go to a fancy restaurant or get married in one. Actually, folks have probably already done both […]
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Gear Review: The Lightweight Matador Freefly16 Day Pack

The Madator Freefly16 packable backpack is great for day adventures. When you need to head into the backcountry with your outdoor gear, a good pack is a must-have. Personally, I own several that I use for different reasons including hiking, camping, and hunting. Recently I got the chance to test the new Matador Freefly 16. […]
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.270 Winchester Rifles: 10 Top Choices For the Classic Hunting Round

The .270 Winchester is still a dynamite hunting round. When it comes to iconic hunting rounds, .270 Winchester is one that often stands out in the crowd. First developed in the early 1920s, the round became a household name, mostly through the praise of legendary outdoor writer Jack O’Connor, who endlessly praised the round in […]
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Last Frame: Curious Cubs

“I took this photograph while staying at the Silver Salmon Creek Lodge in Lake Clark National Park, Alaska,” says Jimmy…
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2 Best Heated Hats of 2021 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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Rifle Scopes for Long Distance Shooting: Best Features and 6 Top Choices

To go long, you simply need an optic that’s up to the task. Here’s what to look for in a long range rifle scope and a few good suggestions. For effective long range shooting, you need a long range rifle scope, plain and simple. What exactly is a long range rifle scope? That varies a […]
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Jack Wolfskin Lakeside Roll-Up Shirt Review: The Outdoor Shirt With UVShield and Mosquito Protection

We tried out the Jack Wolfskin Lakeside Roll-Up Shirt with Mosquito Protection and UVShield. Outdoor shirts are bursting with features nowadays, some worthwhile and some unnecessary. While a cotton t-shirt has its place, avid outdoorsmen have discovered there are certain things they need that give them an advantage, and there are other things that aren’t […]
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The Iditarod of fishing
People often ask why I make the 25-hour trek to Nevada to fish the U.S. Open on Lake Mead. I first fished the tournament in 1981 and have fished it 25 times over the years.



















