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Wool Hunting Clothes: What Makes Them Great, and a Few Choice Selections

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wool clothing

If you want lightweight, moisture-wicking warmth in the field, wool hunting clothing is the ticket! Why wool? Well for one, it’s the best natural fabric at regulating temperature. Whether it’s blazing hot or freezing cold outside, wool can insulate you from the elements and keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. […]

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What Is the Goal in Wildlife Conservation? Hint: It’s Not Just About Preserving Game Animals

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What is the Goal of Wildlife Conservation

What is the real goal of wildlife conservation? As hunters we always like to talk about the importance of wildlife conservation. It is one of the things we always stress when introducing new hunters to the wild places and animals we all know and love. However, it often feels like we rarely take a step […]

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How to Thank a Hunting or Fishing Mentor

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Here’s how you can thank an outdoor mentor that got you started hunting and fishing. If you’re anything like us, chances are that your mentoring program involved a parent, grandparent, or guardian. They were a lover of all outdoor activities themselves, and passed it along to us. For many young people, their role models came […]

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So Grateful

The season for gratitude and reflection is upon us. Thanksgiving week is when we remind our families, friends and close associates how much they mean to us and express our sincere appreciation for what positive things we have been given in life. While you are considering what you are thankful for, don’t forget about Nebraska’s …

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Bowhunter Emotionally Breaks Down in Tears After Shooting Giant 14-Point Buck in Memory of His Dad

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Monster Buck Memory

The emotion in this hunt is raw and very real. If you ask someone why they hunt, you will hear a myriad of reasons from spending time outdoors to filling the freezer with venison. However, if we are being honest, our favorite thing about hunting is spending time with friends and family. And perhaps nothing […]

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Hunter Gets Incredible Second Chance on Massive, 7.5-Year-Old Whitetail

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Old Buck

Some of the most memorable hunts are the deer we have the most history with. While many hunters want to shoot the largest buck in the woods, there is something to be said for harvesting a buck based entirely on age. Because once bucks get over 5.5 years of age, they become incredibly hard to […]

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How to Find and Set Up a Camping Site During a Hunting Trip

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If you’re heading to the backcountry on your next hunt, here’s how to prepare for the best basecamp experience. Many big game hunters, especially those running and gunning for elk, choose to set up camp in the backcountry rather than return to a cabin each night. This can be a great affordable option too (after […]

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