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Steve Piatt: Even where there’s lots of moose, there still isn’t many
An old Newfoundland moose-hunting guide said it best, and in simple fashion so typical of these hard-working folks, when talking about the potential for success on any hunt:
“Even where there’s a lot of

Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Underwater vegetation entering its fall wilt
Underwater vegetation does not stand and stay green all year long. Weedbeds – both annual and perennial plants – have life cycles just like above-water plants do. They sprout, grow, and die.

Low waters pose a challenge this year, but fall is a great time for Pennsylvania trout anglers
Autumn can provide some of the most exciting fly-fishing of the year, although very low water conditions resulting from a growing statewide drought in Pennsylvania promises to make the fishing more challenging this fall.

Legendary Pennsylvania fly-angler, Joe Humphreys, casts over a long career
At the ripe old age of 96, Joe Humphreys has long ago embraced a personal philosophy that has enabled him to derive the most enjoyment and fulfillment from his life.
“One thing that I’ve

Al Lindner: October is meant for trophy fish
October is one of those special months. Truth be told, it’s the first “real” month of autumn. For many, the season is filled with activities such as watching high school football, hunting, and numerous other

Interested in using shooting sticks this hunting season? You’ve got options
Most hunters do not need crutches, but they can shoot more precisely if they use them.
We’re not talking about crutches under your arm pits, but your rifle’s stock. Crutches, better known as “shooting

These old guns bring back memories
Growing up outside of Belleville, Ill., on the bluffs overlooking St. Louis, I was blessed with lots of ground to hunt. And, like many youngsters, I made do with hand-me-down guns that were old but

How to choose a grill in the age of too many choices
Buying a grill used to be easy. You really only had two choices, gas or charcoal. Most people owned a Weber, whether it was the kettle charcoal grill or the Genesis gas grill, Weber was

A smarter strategy for hunting timberdoodles
It’s pretty rare to meet someone who will introduce you to their bird dog and then say they picked it up specifically for woodcock. Sure, those folks are out there, but they are about as