Opinions
When the chance comes to hunt, take it every time
MY grandfather’s pink lips, rosyred cheeks, and crimson ears bore the expression of an unhappy man. Call it frozen exasperation.
Choosing between rattle and flash spoons: Which one, and when?
Often, certain fish species can be attracted to a lure or presentation based simply on their biology and what they like to eat.
Mink trapping simple and (sometimes) profitable
An interview with mink trapper Doug Bartlebaugh, from Western New York.
Outdoor insights with Rob Drieslein
A few outdoors topics brewing in my gut this mid-December.
A holiday wish list with the outdoors in mind
First of all, Santa, I’d really appreciate permission to hunt some private properties close to home that have a population of wild turkeys.
Hocking Hills mentioned as one of most popular U.S. state parks
Hocking Hills State Park in southeast Ohio recently received a mention as one of the most popular state parks in the U.S. over the past year.
Are we forgetting how to hunt?
Technology has its place in hunting. I do wonder, however, if today’s hunters are relying too much on technology while their actual hunting skills diminish or never really develop.
Avian flu’s effect on local Illinois lakes is unsettling
Imagine taking your family for a holiday bird/wildlife watching trip to one of the affected sites.
Want to gauge a goose’s smarts? Just ask a goose hunter
Now and then we get reminded that most animals are much smarter than most humans.
