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Smile, Fins up, Click

Smile, Fins up, Click

Smile, Fins up, Click

My buddy Greg Wagner blogged last week about taking good deer photos after a successful deer hunt.  That got me thinking:  Most of Greg’s tips are excellent for taking good fish photos too! You know the shots I am talking about, the “hero” shots.  You caught a big fish and want a good picture of …

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.50 BMG Round Fires Outside a Gun

.50 BMG Round Fires Outside a Gun


WATCH THE VIDEO NOW oembed rumble video here Wait, you’re firing that 50 BMG round without a gun?! That’s the sort of question you’d only ask a guy like TAOFLEDERMAUS, our resident ammo testing video contributor. He’s taking 50 BMG rounds and letting them rip, but doing it outside of a gun’s barrel. What did you

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10 of the Best Rain Gear Brands

10 of the Best Rain Gear Brands

Photo of Ashley Nichole Lewis (taken by author)

If you want to stay dry and comfortable, here are some of the top picks for quality and affordability. Everyone who spends time outdoors, fishing or otherwise, knows a rainy day can’t be one of those things that stops you. A little rain never hurt anyone, and as long as you’re doing it safely, a lot

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Firearm Deer Season: Extending the Legacy, Enjoying the Experience and Making Memories

Firearm Deer Season: Extending the Legacy, Enjoying the Experience and Making Memories

Firearm Deer Season: Extending the Legacy, Enjoying the Experience and Making Memories

Nebraska’s most popular hunt, the 9-day firearm deer season (Nov. 16 through Nov. 24) is in full swing. This is one of the absolute best times of year to be outside with the deer rut happening. My lovely wife of more than 32 years, Polly Wagner, says that everything comes to a grinding halt in …

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Man Quickly Regrets Sticking His Head Inside a Drawn Compound Bow

Man Quickly Regrets Sticking His Head Inside a Drawn Compound Bow

Facebook: East Texas Bowhunters Association

Ever wonder what happens if a compound bow goes off on your head? This guy quickly finds out. Compound bows are powerful, fine-tuned machines, which is why you don’t put your head in one that’s at full draw. I’m pretty sure this guy still has a headache. It seems that would be obvious, but not

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The 4 Best Ice Fishing Destinations

The 4 Best Ice Fishing Destinations


Where are the best ice fishing spots in the U.S.? We’ve got some ideas. Okay, we get it: when most people envision a “fishing destination,” they imagine vast expanses of open water, deep blue in color, with a radiant blue sky splayed out above it and scenic views in every direction. They don’t imagine a

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5 Gifts for Hunters Who Need to Stay Warm in the Late Season

5 Gifts for Hunters Who Need to Stay Warm in the Late Season


gifts for hunters

There’s nothing the hunter in your life will appreciate more than warmth. When crafting your holiday-shopping checklist this year, keep in mind that hunting season isn’t over just yet. However, this point of the season typically means brutal weather. So, if you’re giving hunting gear as gifts around Christmas time, it’s probably best to give

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Plano Edge Tackle Boxes Make It Wildly Easier to Store Gear

Plano Edge Tackle Boxes Make It Wildly Easier to Store Gear

Photos via F3 Media/Plano

Your classic clear tackle organizer just got re-engineered.  Sometimes, a trip to a new place with a chance to use some new products from fishing innovators can really change your perspective on a typically overlooked piece of fishing equipment. We were invited to Wisconsin by Plano, giving us the perfect opportunity to try out the

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