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Mossy Oak Looks Back on VanDam’s Unprecedented and Unparalleled Career

Over the course of 33 seasons, he earned a record-setting 33 wins. He tied the record for Classic victories with four, double those of all but one other angler.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Fishing

Classic Backyard Smoked Venison Brats

When I think of classic backyard cookouts, I think of throwing hamburgers, hot dogs, or brats on a grill for my family and friends.

Deer, Wild Game Recipes, Mossy Oak, Ingredient Wild

Strategies for Catching Mahi-Mahi

Often called mahi-mahi to differentiate them from the mammal of the same name, dolphin are among the most popular gamefish found anywhere in the world.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Trout Unlimited: A Profile of Conservation

In the early 1960s, Trout Unlimited prepared its first policy statement on wild trout and persuaded the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to curtail trout stocking and begin managing for wild trout and healthy habitat.

Fishing, Conservation, Mossy Oak Fishing, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Correcting an Independent Retriever

“Self-employed” in this context means that the dog decides he does not have to obey you, as the handler, because he knows what to do better than you do.

Small Game, Waterfowl, Dogs

A Profile of Judy Branham, Traditional Bowhunter

“Back during this time in Indiana it was quite a big deal for a woman to go out on her own and kill a deer, field dress it, get it to the weigh in station by herself."

Deer, Bow

Target Coastal Inlets For Late Summer Shark Fishing

For recreational shark anglers, the best place to find a 5, 6, even an 8-foot shark is a major coastal inlet.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Five Top Lures for Redfish

While live bait has always been a go-to for reds, there are times when artificial lures can outproduce the real thing.

Fishing, Gear, Mossy Oak Fishing

Designing Effective Wildlife Plantings for Levees and Sand Deposits

When developing a planting plan, I think that the most important consideration is site safety which requires an understanding of why the levee is there in the first place

Turkey, Big Game, Small Game, Deer, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries, BioLogic

Loading for the 7mm PRC

First up, I built loads with Berger’s Hybrid 180 gr bullet using eight kinds of powder. My results caused a little head scratching.

Deer, How-To, Mossy Oak, Firearm

Using Pecans in Wildlife Plantings

Because of the widespread use of pecan in nut crop production, there are a variety of agricultural techniques that can be applied to improve pecan mast production in wildlife plantings.

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

Blocker Outdoors Unveils New Fall Gear

Blocker Outdoors' Fall 2023 lineup consists of affordable cold weather gear in Mossy Oak's western pattern, Terra Outland.

Big Game, Deer, Gear

How to Preserve Leftover Food Plot Seed

If you have old seed and you wonder if it is still good - it’s easy to test the germination rate. All you need is a paper towel, a quart size seal-able plastic bag and 10 to 20 of the seeds in question.

Conservation, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, BioLogic

Fishing Tactics for Redeye Bass in the South

Angling for Redeye Bass can become a lifelong endeavor and a pursuit that takes you to the wildest places in the South.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

How to Care for Live Bait

A well aerated and insulated bait tank is a critical piece of equipment for the angler who plans on using live bait to catch fish.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

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Strategies For Hunting the "Second Rut"

Often, the first to mid-December, white-tailed does, and bucks go into what many hunters refer to as the second rut. Some hunters do not like to use the term second rut to describe the re-occurring breeding activities that occur during this time because the rutting activity is far different from that of the primary rut.

Deer, How-To

Late Season Deer Hunting Tactics for December and January

Late-season deer hunting in December and January presents unique challenges and opportunities for hunters seeking the elusive mature buck.

Deer, How-To

Chef Nathan Duensing puts a new twist on everyone’s favorite waterfowl-based appetizer, a duck popper perfect for any table.

Waterfowl, Wild Game Recipes, Video, Ingredient Wild

The Deep South Rut

For most hunters, November is the month where the magic happens in the deer woods. However, if you drive far enough south, you’ll find a land where the finest days for deer hunting are in December.

Deer, How-To

How To Adapt To Post-Rut Hunting

The post-rut can be an excellent time to find a mature buck, still on his feet and ready for action.

Deer, How-To

Top Tools for Getting Your Deer Out of the Woods

You killed a deer far from the truck. Now what? Here’s a look at some of the best ways to get your deer out of the woods.

Big Game, Deer, How-To

How to Prepare for Your Child’s First Duck Hunt

That first hunt is important and memorable for you and your child. Here’s tips from Brodie Swisher on getting the correct gear and what to know to make that first hunt a success.

Waterfowl, How-To, Video

Make it a Mossy Oak Christmas from Walmart

We've put together a list of items you can conveniently grab at your local Walmart or online to gift to your outdoors loving family and friends.

Turkey, Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Predator, Gear

Make it a Mossy Oak Kids' Christmas

There's not much more rewarding than seeing your little ones excited and ready to get out in the woods or out on the water. Here's our gift guide to giving them an outdoorsy gift that they'll be thrilled to open under the tree this Christmas.

Turkey, Fishing, Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Gear, Mossy Oak Kids

Understanding Weather Changes and How it Affects the Rut

Understanding how weather impacts deer behavior during this critical period can dramatically increase your chances of success.

Deer

Persimmon Cheesecake Recipe

Beka Garris gives us her homemade recipe for an easy and delicious NY-style persimmon cheesecake full of that distinct persimmon flavor.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Best Treestands for Taking Kids Hunting

Hunting with a sidekick this season? Here’s a look at some of the best treestand options on the market for deer hunting with your child.

Deer, Gear, Bow, Firearm

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