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A love-hate relationship with winter
Here we are in 2024 and duck hunters got their wish. Miserable cold isn’t what everyone wants, but there are benefits for the outdoors.[…]
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The thrilling and not-widely known secret dangers of outdoor writing
Outdoor writing is a dangerous business. Writing about the outdoor life and putting it down on paper for everyone to see and comment on.[…]
Bass Fishing
Lure Review: Sucka Punch
Inspired and designed by bass pro Tyler Rivet, the Sucka Punch presents a different profile and a hook slot on the side.[…]
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Venison Deep Dish Pizza
After multiple pizzas and plenty of trips to Chicago, I decided that a deep-dish pizza would be better suited for wild boar or venison.[…]
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Excel 1864 Switchblade
The Excel 1864 Switchblade is a game changer for waterfowl hunters that want to use their boats for more than just shooting ducks.[…]
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The fish are biting, but kayakers should be prepared
Kayak fishing in the winter can be fun and rewarding, but common sense must be applied. Carry some type of emergency bag.[…]
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Treeing squirrels
February is a great time to chase bushytails. This is when squirrel dogs get their chance, if they haven’t already.[…]
Bass Fishing
Turn about is fair play; today George gets to tell his own fishing tale
George gets the chance to tell his side of a fishing story, uninhibited by the words of his famous outdoor writer fishing partner.[…]
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Species Spotlight: Whitetail deer
Whitetail deer are the most popular game animals throughout the southeastern United States.[…]
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Time to right the ship — leadership — of our state’s wildlife and fisheries
The heart-felt hope is that newly elected governor Jeff Landry appoints the just-right people to the Wildlife and Fisheries Commission.[…]
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Flashin Assassin
Crappie fishermen the world over can get their hands on the deadly new Flashin Assassin developed by Collier Thornton.[…]
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Confit Squirrel Egg Rolls
These Confit Squirrel Egg Rolls have a crispy exterior along with the savory stuffing that makes for a wonderful combination.[…]
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Osso Buco Stuffed Arancini
This Osso Buco stuffed arancini recipe transforms tender venison shanks into a mouthwatering filling for these crispy Italian rice balls.[…]
Bass Fishing
Frog Guru Baits
The Frog Guru Baits Glide Frog was designed by Joshua Baudoin with the intent of making a durable and effective artificial lure.[…]
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The part-time retriever that inspired my only duck hunting poem
The author wrote a poem based on the real life trials and tribulations of duck hunters and what turned out to be a part-time duck dog.[…]
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Big or small, white shrimp are huge in importance to Louisiana’s anglers
The importance of white shrimp to Louisiana’s anglers can’t be measured by inches. They are small in stature, but huge in importance.[…]