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Just call me a bird nerd
Just call me a bird nerd, I suppose. I don’t think I fall into the hard-core birder category by any means; at best, I am a casual bird watcher. But, I love photographing birds, and

Illinois Federation for Outdoor Resources marks 32th year
IFOR, the Illinois Federation for Outdoor Resources, is 32 years old this year. Established as a not-for-profit, IFOR is a unique coalition of individuals and organizations. IFOR represents all outdoorsmen, all sportsmen, and all recreational

Spring gobbler season becoming more challenging in Pennsylvania
Hunting springtime gobblers is even harder nowadays because of the proliferation of predators, which has decreased turkey numbers.

Four calls that do it all
Because they are so small and compact and imitate most turkey vocalizations, the writer always carries one in his shirt pocket for use both in the fall and spring.

Thirst for knowledge drives wild flower expeditions – when the steelhead aren’t running, of course
The cell phone camera, with its arsenal of neat features, and a thirst to learn something new when going afield all continue to provide not only entertainment but have become keys to helping unlock what

It’s almost orchid time
Keep your eyes open as you traverse the late spring and early summer woodlands and other habitats.

Finding time for the outdoors amid a busy spring in Pennsylvania
Trying to enjoy spring before summer descends.

Spring perch fishing tips help beginners on Lake Erie
Stack all the variables in your favor. These include weather, equipment, bait, and a plan of where you are going to fish.

A little luck on opening day
For this hunter, there is nothing better than the early days of turkey season with the cooler temperatures, limited foliation and lack of insects. It’s a wonderful time to be in the turkey woods. Slinging