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Technology Makes Fisheries Management Easier

For many years, we’ve had sonars or “fish-finders” as they’re known by many. Then came underwater cameras and that was cool, but what if it were possible to view all this underwater-information on your smartphone or tablet? Well, you can! Enter Vexilar’s new Wi-Fi technology with their new Sonarphone (www.Sonarphone.mobi) and Fishphone (www.fishphone.mobi). Now it is possible to turn your smart phone or tablet into either a fully functional sonar, or fully functional underwater camera

Conservation, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Pre-Season Scouting For Deer Is More Fun Now Than Ever

Pre-season scouting for archery season really has changed for me. I have much more fun scouting before the early season than I once did. I enjoy putting out trail cameras, building food plots and hunting for deer with only my binoculars. I enjoy this pre-season scouting event more than I enjoy taking deer with a bow. I enjoy it so much now, because I get to share those experiences with my grandchildren.

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak

Hunting is Better Now Than Ever Before

One thing that has helped me to have more consistency in my dove hunts I learned from Toxey Haas, the founder of Mossy Oak’s Dad - Mr. Fox. He taught me that most people don’t start planting agriculture for doves very long before dove season arrives. Most people who prepare a dove field will just go out and disc the ground, throw out some wheat and then cover it up. But Mr. Fox begins planting

Small Game, Land Management, Mossy Oak

Alps Outdoorz Turkey Chair

For those who love to turkey hunt, the disappointment of spring being gone is brutal. Though my mind is shifting to those fall mornings chasing whitetails, I still reflect on the many spring mornings spent listening for gobbles. This past spring, I had the opportunity to test and try new products while on many of these turkey hunts. One of those products was the Alps Outdoorz Turkey Chair in Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity.

Big Game, Deer, Gear, Mossy Oak, Bow

What to look for in deer hunting property

It is no secret that America's love for deer hunting is fueling the demand for quality deer hunting land. Across much of the country, many passionate deer hunters are in the market for a place that they can call their own-and hunt and manage the deer on that property as they see fit.

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak Properties

Patrick Flanigan - A Professional Exhibition Shooter by Trade and a Passionate Hunter

I try to schedule my shows, so that I have the most free time during waterfowl season and upland bird season, because I have a real passion for wing shooting. Wing shooting is the way I’ve grown up, the way I’ve learned to shoot, and it reconnects me with my family and my heritage. Although my passion is hunting anything that flies, I also enjoy deer hunting. As well as loving wing shooting, I'm a

Small Game, Waterfowl, Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, Bow

Patrick Flanigan Believes His Hunting Roots Produced the Outdoor Career and Life He Now Lives

The history of my being a professional shooter and putting on shows all over the world has its roots in my hunting background. My hunting career started with an unloaded .410 shotgun walking behind my dad, Michael Flanigan, and my Great Uncle Zeke, when they went hunting.

Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, Firearm

A beginner's guide to purchasing land

Buying a large tract of land might seem like a daunting task. However, for those who remain thorough throughout the process, and enlist the help of an experienced land specialist, it can be the most rewarding experience of their lives.

Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Properties

Save The Habitat. Save the Hunt. Initiative Makes Significant Impact Through First Year

The National Wild Turkey Federation's (NWTF) Save the Habitat. Save the Hunt. initiative was implemented just over one year ago and it's already making a difference. The Save the Habitat. Save the Hunt. initiative is an aggressive charge that mobilizes science, fundraising and devoted volunteers to combat some of the driving factors in the decline of wild turkey numbers, loss of habitat and the decrease in the number of hunters.

Big Game, Turkey, Conservation

Patrick Flanigan’s Life Was Changed by a College Professor and a Pastor

I became a professional shooter as the result of a college assignment in my business marketing class. One of my business professors challenged our class by giving us an assignment at the first of the semester, saying, “You have to turn yourself into a product and sell that product. How well you're able to accomplish this assignment will help determine your final grade.”

Small Game, Waterfowl, Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, Firearm

Most Popular Nut and Fruit Trees at Mossy Oak’s Nativ Nurseries

The best fruit tree is the Wild “Deer” Pear. We also offer soft mass like wild blueberries and different types of plum trees. A real favorite has been the paw paw - the largest fruit that’s native to America. Native Americans ate the paw paw fruit. Until the white man arrived in this country, there weren’t any apples, oranges and other types of fruit.

Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak, Nativ Nurseries

Thistle Eradication

Whatever you do, DON’T just “let the thistles be.” They will go to seed and keep spreading. Besides maintaining their foothold where they are, the wind will carry the seeds and they’ll take up residence wherever there is an open patch of dirt. KILL THEM DEAD!

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

Patrick Flanigan Shoots Cowboy Action

I realized at an early age that I was a competitor. For instance, if one of my brothers could shoot a can off a fence post from 20 yards with a .410 shotgun, I’d try to shoot the can off the fence post at 50 yards with the same .410 shotgun. I believe that when you grow up with four brothers you naturally become a competitor.

Small Game, Waterfowl, Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, Firearm

Land Brokerage Network Expands Into Nashville Area

Mossy Oak Properties, Inc. is pleased to announce that Mossy Oak Properties-Tennessee Land and Farm in Nashville has joined its growing network of land brokerage offices.

News, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Properties

A Gun Show Not to Be Missed

Patrick Flanigan, a native of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, holds nine world records for exhibition shooting. He's been shooting exhibitions for 15 years and has traveled the world shooting exhibitions for the last 12 years. But Flanigan’s more than an exhibition shooter – he’s an Xtreme Sports shooter. This year he’ll be putting on shows in Europe, Peru and all across the U.S. Each year he participates in 60 to 75 live exhibitions. “I try not to

Small Game, Waterfowl, Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, Mossy Oak, Firearm

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Turkey, Conservation

2025's Best Turkey Hunting Gear

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Turkey, Gear

Turkey Brine and Smoke Recipe For Lunch Meat

Here’s how to make lunch meat from your wild turkey.

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

How To Catch Spring Shellcrackers

As far as panfish go, shellcrackers, formally known as redear sunfish and colloquially know as Chinquapins in some parts, often fly under the radar behind crappie and bluegills.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Saving the Gizzard Stones

Looking for a unique way to save the memories of your bird? Start saving the gizzard stones for a colorful way to collect more trophies from your bird each spring.

Turkey, How-To

Crappie Tactics: Insight from Pro Angler Whitey Outlaw

We talk to Whitey Outlaw, a retired professional angler who spent 42 years on the crappie tournament circuit. He’s got as good of advice as you’ll ever hear.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Fishing

Redbud Jelly and Foraging for Redbuds

Redbuds make for an easy forage and some great-tasting jelly. Our friend Beka Garris gives us her jelly recipe and tips!

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Nativ Nurseries

Black Crappie vs White Crappie

A lot of anglers lump the black crappie and the white crappie together as one species, but knowing the differences can help you catch more fish.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Crappie Fish Tacos

When the crappie are biting, fry them up for a fresh and flavorful taco night.

Fishing, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

How to Make a Wingbone Call

Wingbone calls are one of the coolest ways to remember a hunt and honor a turkey, and all in all you can get one done with about 2-3 hours of work (with some waiting in between.)

Turkey, How-To, Video

Foraging for Dandelions

Foraging for dandelions and want to know where to find them? Read Dr. Brooks Tiller's blog post at Mossy Oak and learn all about dandelion harvesting today!

How-To, Wild Game Recipes, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Ingredient Wild

Morel Mushrooms Foraging

Morel mushrooms are the ultimate find in the spring woods. Here's advice on how to find them.

Conservation, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Companions, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Ingredient Wild, Nativ Nurseries

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