In this episode, the SimplyOutdoors crew chase after some Michigan Whitetails. And, in case you didn’t know, Michigan Whitetails are some of the hardest hunted deer in the country. It could be interesting.
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February 4th, 2012
SOTV: Episode 12
Watch along, as Barry, with many of his family members in tow, chases Whitetails in the foothills of Tennessee. It ends up being a very memorable trip for all involved.
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SOTV: Episode 11
Join the SimplyOutdoors crew, as they head to woods during Michigan’s archery season opener.
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2011 Ties for Safest Year in New York Hunting History
The 2011 hunting season tied 2009 for New York State’s safest year of hunting on record based on the number of hunting-related shooting incidents.
“Hunting is a tradition in New York state that continues to be safely enjoyed by many” said DEC Co…
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Open Thread – February 4, 2012
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Officials Say No to Wandering Elk to Keep Pennsylvania CWD Free
Wildlife officials in Pennsylvania are refusing to let a wandering elk back into the state in fear of possible chronic waste disease contamination.
The 3-year-old male elk is one of three elks that escaped from a farm in Aleppo, Pa. last year when a ga…
February 3rd, 2012
Officials Say No to Wandering Elk to Keep Pennsylvania CWD Free
Wildlife officials in Pennsylvania are refusing to let a wandering elk back into the state in fear of possible chronic waste disease contamination.
The 3-year-old male elk is one of three elks that escaped from a farm in Aleppo, Pa. last year when a ga…
February 3rd, 2012
The Cure For Buck Fever? Take A Practice Shot With The Safety On
by Scott Bestul
I’m the first to admit that I’m no rifleman. I’ve always lived in shotgun-only country. While I’ve taken my share of deer with a gun, all have been at close range. What’s more, for many years now my primary weapon has been…
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Scientist Suggests Using Elephants and Top Predators for Australia’s Invasive Species
Australia’s environment is being ravaged by invasive species, and some tactics currently being used to combat them have produced minimal results. An Australian scientist recently suggested that introducing top predators and large herbivores like …
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Turkey Hunting: How Danger Helps Keep You Safe
by Phil Bourjaily
My post about the Haint gobble call made me think about turkey hunting safety. When I started turkey hunting back in the 80s it had the reputation for being very dangerous since it is an activity where you hide in the woods and make s…
February 3rd, 2012
Las Vegas Students to Discover Elk, Hunting, Conservation
About 160 students from two Las Vegas-area schools will learn about elk, hunting and conservation as part of a first-annual educational workshop to be held in conjunction with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation convention and expo. The inaugural Youth Wildlife Conservation Experience is set for Friday, Feb. 3. “This event is being organized as a [...]
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Apex Gear Releases the GAMECHANGER Quiver for 2012
APEX GEAR, known for their Performance Driven Archery sights introduces the GAMECHANGER QUIVER for 2012. The GAMECHANGER is the ultimate quiver being lightweight, compact and CNC machined aluminum construction. The GAMECHANGER QUIVER has an adjustable tension Cam-Lock that moves the quiver snuggly against the bow riser to reduce torque and provide superior balance. The full [...]
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Apex Gear Releases the GAMECHANGER Quiver for 2012
APEX GEAR, known for their Performance Driven Archery sights introduces the GAMECHANGER QUIVER for 2012. The GAMECHANGER is the ultimate quiver being lightweight, compact and CNC machined aluminum construction. The GAMECHANGER QUIVER has an adjustable tension Cam-Lock that moves the quiver snuggly against the bow riser to reduce torque and provide superior balance. The full [...]
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New GAMECHANGER Sights by Apex Gear
APEX Gear, known for their Performance Driven Archery sights introduces the new GAMECHANGER Sight for 2012. The GAMECHANGER features the new TRU·ZERO pin design that minimizes pin gaps. The patent-pending TRU·FLO 2.0 allows for quick and easy fiber replacement. The archer can also change fiber color without changing the pins. The extra, extra long fibers [...]
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New GAMECHANGER Sights by Apex Gear
APEX Gear, known for their Performance Driven Archery sights introduces the new GAMECHANGER Sight for 2012. The GAMECHANGER features the new TRU·ZERO pin design that minimizes pin gaps. The patent-pending TRU·FLO 2.0 allows for quick and easy fiber replacement. The archer can also change fiber color without changing the pins. The extra, extra long fibers [...]
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Las Vegas Students to Discover Elk, Hunting, Conservation
MISSOULA, Mont. – About 160 students from two Las Vegas-area schools will learn about elk, hunting and conservation as part of a first-annual educational workshop [...]
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Fishing and Hunting Protection Bill Introduced in the U.S. Senate
(Columbus, OH) – Protection of fishing, hunting, and shooting on national forest and public lands has taken a step forward with the Senate introduction of [...]
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Iowa Lawmakers Consider Overturning Lead Shot Ban
If you’re interested in an example of how politics and bureaucracy can screw with your hunting, just take a look at what’s happening in Iowa.
The Iowa house recently voted 68-27 on a measure to overturn the rule banning use of lead shot for dove huntin…
February 3rd, 2012
Open Thread – February 3, 2012
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Take Your Kids Hunting in Gatlinburg
With all the beauty and natural wonder of Tennessee’s Smoky Mountains, it is not surprising that the pretty town of Gatlinburg has become one of the most sought-after vacation spots for families looking to get away from it all. On the doorstep of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are lots of fun outdoor activities. [...]
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Camouflage Covers Most Hunter Purchases
From clothing and firearms to wallets, flashlights and even furniture, hunter-styled camouflage has become an essential feature of the products hunters buy for use in the field and at home. Asked by HunterSurvey.com and ShooterSurvey.com what percentage of their hunting equipment purchases were in camouflage patterns, less than six percent of respondents said none. That [...]
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Louisiana Adopts Notices of Intent for 2012-14 Hunting Seasons, Hunting Regulations and W.M.A. Rules
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission (LWFC) adopted notices of intent for the 2013-14 hunting season and the 2012-13 Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) General Rules and Regulations at their Feb. 2 meeting. The notices of intent include proposed hunting season dates and changes from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) for the upcoming [...]
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Kansas Trappers Reach Otter Quota
For the first time in modern history, Kansas allowed otter trapping during the 2011-2012 trapping season. Biologists had been monitoring a growing otter population for many years and had proposed a limited harvest to manage otter numbers and learn more about the species. The season was to run Nov. 16, 2011-March 31, 2012, or until [...]
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Learn More About the Arizona Deer Association at Phoenix ISE
The Arizona Deer Association is one of the great Conservation groups attending this year’s ISE Show in Phoenix, February 24th-26th. ISE is proud to partner [...]
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Assembling a Camp Chef 18″ Smoke Vault
Here’s a great ‘how to’ from Gary House over at cooking-outdoors.com. Curious as to how the Camp Chef Smoke Vault goes together? Check this out.
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Mule Deer Foundation Gets Buck Nekkid in Arkansas
Macy L. Brooks, co-founder of Buck Nekkid BBQ in Fayetteville, Ark., signed a Chapter Charter with the Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) last week. A fundraising banquet will be held in April at the restaurant, which can seat upwards of 400 people. At 21 years of age, Brooks is the youngest-ever Chapter Chair for the organization. [...]
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The $300,000 Bighorn Sheep Tag
A New York hunter, James Hens, paid $300,000 for the 2012 Montana bighorn sheep license, according to Great Falls Tribute.
The starting price for the tag was $100,000. Hens will be able to hunt one legal or larger male mountain sheep in any hunti…
February 2nd, 2012
North Carolina District Youth Hunter Skills Tournaments Schedule Announced
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has set the schedule for the 2012 Youth Hunter Education Skills Tournaments, marking the 34th year for the popular statewide shooting sports events. The Commission will conduct nine district-level competitions in March, with hundreds of middle school and high school students taking part: March 3, Alamance Wildlife Club near Graham, [...]
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You Must First Complete an Online Course to Gather Shed Antlers in Utah
Late winter and early spring is the worst time of the year for elk, moose and especially deer in Utah. Deep snow makes it hard for deer to move and find food. And cold temperatures sap the deers’ strength. By the time winter ends, deer are usually the weakest they’ll be all year. Winter is [...]
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World Record Yellowfin Tuna Caught in Puerto Vallarta?
The Western Outdoor News reported last week that a potential world record breaking yellowfin tuna was caught in Puerto Vallarta. The fish went 90 inches by 62 inches and was caught by Ron Tegland of the Tenacious, according to the blog…
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