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Extended Work and Test Ride: The Polaris RANGER XP 1000 NorthStar Ultimate


Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar Ultimate

The Polaris RANGER NorthStar Ultimate’s climate control makes riding in bad weather a joy. In the world of off-road, Polaris has been building some impressive vehicles recently, and they just seem to be getting better every year. This past winter, we got the chance to borrow a 2022 RANGER XP NorthStar edition for an extended […]

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Shed Hunting Michigan: How to Find a Pile of Antlers in the Great Lakes State


Shed Hunting Michigan

Shed hunting Michigan is tough, but it can be done. As I walked past my treestand over to the puddle of standing water in the forest, I glimpsed what looked like tines poking out of the standing water. As I came closer, it immediately became apparent from the milky white coloration and the layout that […]

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Can-Am Maverick X3, Defender Deliver in Untamed Off-Road Excursion


Can-Am Maverick X3

Can-Am has an off-road machine for everyone, and they’re only getting better. No matter your calling to the outdoors, you and I almost certainly find the same joy in a number of activities. As outdoorsmen, we all have our own niche to which we devote our precious time, but a mutuality for anything that leans […]

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Hunter Shoots Turkey, Only to Have Bear Attack Decoys Seconds Later


Black Bear Turkey Decoy

This hunter’s turkey decoy may be a little worse for wear. We see all kinds of wild hunting videos, but just when we think we’ve seen it all, someone films something new that makes our jaws drop again. Such is the case with this turkey hunting video. We don’t have a lot of background information […]

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H-E-B and Texas Parks and Wildlife Announce New Conservation Partnership

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H-E-B Texas Parks And Wildlife

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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5 of the Best Waterproof and Water-Resistant Backpacks For Your Next Trip


waterproof backpack

Editor’s Note: 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. Since not all of our outdoor gear can be waterproof, we need waterproof backpacks to protect that gear. I’m not sure what you pack on your kayaking or […]

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4 States With the Best Public Land Hunting


Best Public Land Hunting

Public land hunting offers a wide variety of opportunities for both residential and non-residential hunters in many states. Public hunting areas are literally everywhere, but some offer better hunting opportunities than others. When considering a state to hunt on public land, there are three major factors to take into consideration. The first, is the amount […]

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