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GameKeeper Tip: Fishing a Cold Front

Any fish, bass, crappie, walleye or pike, can become very difficult to catch after a cold front has passed, sometimes lying lethargic for long periods.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Leupold Optics' Tips for Hunting Elk

We spent some time out West hunting elk with our friends from Leupold . Learn about Leupold optics, the technology, care and insight into the American-made optics brand. They provide tips for using binoculars, rangefinders and scopes when hunting elk in western terrain. What is the Custom Dial System? Bruce Pettet, CEO of Leupold, explains the custom dial system to Kevin Tate of Mossy Oak while on an elk hunt in Colorado. Leupold’s Custom Dial

Big Game, Country Roots, Mossy Oak Mountain Country, Gear, Firearm

Jason and Kim Patterson: Tennessee GameKeepers

Jason Patterson from Jackson, Tennessee, his wife Kim and their two sons Oakley and Devin are a family of GameKeepers. They're all involved in the outdoors, their family, hunting and fishing, as well as working with conservation organizations and representing Mossy Oak wherever they go. “I've been involved with the Mossy Oak Pro Staff for many years,” Jason Patterson said. “I was Mossy Oak’s Waterfowl ProStaff Manager for the Mississippi Flyway. But when the opportunity

Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Fishing, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, BioLogic

Northern Hogsuckers: Gigging and Frying

Giggers will motor up and down the river slowly, while one to two people gig fish called Hogsuckers or Yellow Suckers from the front of the boat with a metal gig. “Suckers” are not the most popular fish. They are, however, my favorite fish to eat, especially on the river bank a few minutes after gigging. Veteran giggers will say that suckers do not taste as good once they are frozen. The meat seems to

Fishing, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Bass Fishing Tips with Ott DeFoe

Ott DeFoe gives us some insight into his bass fishing gear – favorite bait, rod and reel as well as how he keeps it all organized for easy access while on the water competing.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, Gear

Choosing the right ATV or Side-by-Side for your Hunting Property

Choosing the right off-road vehicle can be a daunting task, especially when you’re about to spend so much money. Take out the guess work and figure out what it is that you need for what it is that you’re doing, whether it’s getting to your tree stand or using it to prepare food plots. This article gives you a guide to what you may need in an off-road vehicle and the different pros and cons

Land Management, Gear, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Mossy Oak Properties

Offshore Fishing for Tuna: Bait, Location and Topwater Tips

Mark Davis of BigWater Adventures is an accomplished saltwater fisherman. In this series of videos on how to fish for tuna, Mark explains how to catch bait for tuna, where to locate tuna and how to topwater tuna fish. He shows us his tuna fishing setup and he throws for topwater tuna to save energy for the long haul.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, How-To

Mossy Oak Properties Expands into Western North Carolina

Mossy Oak Properties is pleased to announce that it has expanded into the western region of North Carolina, with the opening of Mossy Oak Properties-Carolina Timber & Realty in Sylva.

News, Mossy Oak Properties

Capture Better Hunting Photos with Your Phone

Whether you’re preserving a special memory that you will reflect on years down the road or taking a picture to show your friends, I have learned it's best to take the time to make it special in your own way.

Big Game, Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Fall Schedule, Digital Platform Headline Pursuit 10th Anniversary Celebration

Pursuit Channel is celebrating its 10th Anniversary season as the best mass-reach bargain at work in the traditional outdoor marketplace.

News, MOOSE Media

A GameKeeper’s Hunting Property Summer To-Do List

The summer time for a GameKeeper can seem like a season of down time; however, there is always a long list of things to do for a GameKeeper, and summer is no exception. Here is list of the most important things you can be doing on your property during the summer to ensure you have the best possible success.

Deer, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Mossy Oak Properties, BioLogic

The Essence of a GameKeeper

When you meet Mr. Fox Haas you will instantly realize that faith and family are priorities for him. Following close behind is a love for the land, wildlife and the sport of hunting. This remarkably humble man of few words cares deeply about making sure the wildlife resources are there for future generations.

Deer, Turkey, Conservation, Land Management, BioLogic, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries

Why Every Hunter Needs an SLXtreme iPhone Case

This tough iPhone case is waterproof and certified military grade protection, so you’re covered if it falls from your tree stand, into a puddle or out of your pocket. And the Mossy Oak Break-Up Country Camo design allows you to use your phone without flashing colors or reflections that might scare game away.

Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Fishing, Predator, Mossy Oak Break-Up Country, Gear

Fishing Secondary Points for Summertime Bass

The first place I’d look for bass this time of year, anywhere in the country, is on secondary points. Bass move onto and off of secondary points, and I like to try to catch bass coming to me from both directions – deep water and shallow water. I especially like to fish a secondary point that has a steep drop-off into deep water on one side of the point. I’ll often look for a creek

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, How-To

Rewards of Managing Land for Wildlife as a GameKeeper

I took a nice buck with my bow last season that would score about 135 inches. The buck came in to within 15 yards of my stand. That’s the first deer we’ve harvested on property. That was a very neat feeling. I feel confident that our hunting only will get better as we continue to improve the land and the food for wildlife on it. I think the tree plantings will be a long-term source

Small Game, Deer, Turkey, Conservation, Land Management, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Mossy Oak Properties, Bow

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Field Judging Black Bears

Ask any experienced hunter and they’ll tell you that black bears are among the most difficult big game animals to field judge. Part of that is because they’re far less common than deer, so hunters just don’t get much experience seeing them. And part is just the nature of the beast. Any large, black carnivorous animal will look big, especially if you don’t have something for scale nearby.

Big Game, How-To

Black Bear Season Primer

Hunting tactics can be broken down into several schools of thought. Here's a 101-style overview on what to expect this fall if you're bear hunting for the first time.

Big Game, How-To

3 Hill Country Stand Locations for the Whitetail Rut

These key spots funnel deer into tighter spaces, condensing activity and greatly improving your odds of not just seeing more deer, but filling your tag when it counts most.

Deer

The Art of the All-Day Rut Sit

The rut is here, and with it comes the moment many of us have been waiting for all year–the chance to put in those all-day sits in the tree, hoping to cross paths with a mature buck cruising in daylight.

Deer

Mossy Oak Camo Hunting Bows and Bow Hunting Gear

We’ve got a great collection of bows and bow hunting accessories and gear in Mossy Oak camo. Whether you’re looking for a Bottomland or Country Roots bow or a new saddle or climber, this comprehensive list gives you all your options.

Big Game, Deer, Gear

Sheet Pan Dinner with Balsamic Marinated Venison Medallions

Who doesn't love the ease of a sheet pan dinner? This recipe uses venison medallions from Gamekeeper Butchery along with onions, beans, mushrooms and potatoes. Make it your own with your favorite vegetables.

Deer, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

3 Hunts Every Rookie Hunter Should Try

Our list of 3 hunts every rookie hunter should try has some great options to get you started on what many hunters consider the best hunts of the season.

Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl

Improving Savanna and Woodland Habitats in Forested Landscapes

Savannas are often overlooked components of North American forests that can be effectively managed to improve wildlife habitat and hunting opportunities through careful planning for the right combination of trees, grasses, forbs and disturbance regime.

Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries, BioLogic

Mature Whitetail Bucks: Why Don’t I See More?

Even under the best of circumstances your odds of killing a mature buck are fairly low. You can nudge them slightly in your favor by minimizing disturbance and maximizing the ability of your property to attract and hold more and older deer.

Deer, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Mossy Oak Classics: Deer Hunting Videos from the Archive

It's Deer Season - and we've got some vintage VHS gold teed up and ready to go. Watch old Mossy Oak hunting videos with the original crew.

Big Game, Deer, Video, Mossy Oak Companions

BUILT: The Nosler Story

John A. Nosler revolutionized the bullet-making business in 1948 with his now infamous Partition bullet. Here's the story of how a frustrated and creative hunter and his company came to be icons in the hunting industry.

Big Game, Deer, Predator, Gear

5 Questions Answered to Help Develop a Scrape Hunting Strategy

When it comes to hunting mature bucks, understanding and utilizing scrapes can be a game-changer.

Deer, How-To

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