There really is just something amazing about chasing those hard-hitting freshwater fish – and bass can fit that criteria. While I appreciate the patience of trout anglers, the precision of fly fishing, or the insane … Read more
For many of my fellow outdoor adventurers, the leaves changing color going into autumn can only mean one thing: it’s time to start getting ready for the local bow hunting season. For other people the … Read more
There’s no question that comfort is a pretty big factor for many people when it comes to how much they enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re looking at a camping chair to give the legs … Read more
When I was a really young kid my interest in rice was to absorb soy sauce and serve with Mom’s stir fry. Obviously at a really young age I didn’t realize how good a survival … Read more
The Rule of 3 is a crucial, even foundational, bit of wilderness survival wisdom. There are many various pieces of wisdom out there when it comes to survival and not all of them are created … Read more
Despite our amazing 20,000+ word article that we still brag about being the most comprehensive blog post on US venomous snakes, or the follow up articles about how to identify a coral snake or copperhead … Read more
There’s something really satisfying about seeing that stringer of fish after a successful outing. Even more than looking back at the pictures in the future, it’s hard to argue with the promise that the smell … Read more
I’ve made no secret of my love for a good survival knife. Without question when you find yourself stuck in the forested or wild you’ll feel much better having a saw than not. That being … Read more
While family tents are certainly nice, and an absolute necessity when you’re talking about four or more people hitting the great outdoors, what about those of us who do a lot of solo camping or … Read more
Walleye fishing is something I’ve done with my family for about 25 years now (which is impressive since I’m only 34…updated for 2019 – I’m 35 now). Walleye fishing ranks right up there with Northern … Read more
For years I wasn’t actually aware that baitcasting reels were a thing, and a large part of that was due to Dad’s preference to spinning reels, and was also in large part because we grew … Read more
Fishing is one of my favorite outdoor activities, and I’m far from the only one who feels this way. Whether you love the fight of an aggressive fish like bass or northern pike, a solid … Read more