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2013 Mississippi Gator Hunting Applications Now Being Accepted

Alligator hunting applications will be accepted from June 3 - 17 for persons interested in hunting during the 2013 alligator season on public waterways. Applications are available only on the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks (MDWFP) website, www.mdwfp.com. Applicants must be residents of Mississippi and at least 16 years of age.

Big Game, Predator

Nativ Nurseries: A Tradition of Excellence

From the beginning, Mossy Oak has put a high value on giving back to the outdoors and that’s exactly what Nativ Nurseries is all about. Utterly obsessed with resource and land management, the team at Mossy Oak is proud to offer trees—from oaks to those that bear fruit—to outdoors people looking to build or restore habitat.

Conservation, Mossy Oak, Nativ Nurseries

The Value of Wetlands

Honestly, you can’t put a monetary value on the importance of wetlands. Of course as sportsmen, we count on wetlands to provide habitat for the game we pursue and the fish we catch. But these aquatic sanctuaries have other purposes as well.

Conservation, BioLogic, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Understanding Soil pH

Food plots are exciting, but those who jump quickly into the planting phase without doing a little soil research are going to be very disappointed. Soil pH is crucial to crop development and overall yield.

Land Management, How-To, BioLogic, Mossy Oak

Parrey Cremeans Talks Bear and Predator Hunting in California

We do quite a bit of predator hunting on our ranches, especially during the off-season. We’ve got tons of mountain lions, but we’re prohibited from hunting them. In 2012, we also lost bear hunting with hounds in California. Most people don’t realize it, but we have some of the biggest black bears in the nation.

Big Game, Small Game, Predator, Mossy Oak

Dove Field Planting

Doves, unlike a lot of other birds, rely almost exclusively on seeds for their diet. That being said, your millets, sorghum, sunflower and corn crops will be your most popular dove attractants. The key is planting these crops in different stages throughout the growing season so that if you don’t get enough rain for a corn crop, your millet and sorghum may still produce.

Small Game, BioLogic

Busting Dams for Ducks

As the popularity of hunting these migratory fowl grows, more and more land managers are beginning to tailor their properties to attract and hold migrating ducks. BioLogic’s Neill Haas offers some great advice for those looking to boost their property’s duck appeal, but are constantly battling beavers.

Waterfowl, Land Management, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

The Covert MP6 Black—Scout Now

Now is the time to get a few MP6s up and operational on your hunting grounds. Why? For starters, well-placed game cameras will let you know which bucks survived the winter months so that you can start making your 2013 hit list. In addition, game cameras provide invaluable insight into the overall health of your deer herd, your buck-to-doe ratio and will keep you abreast to the number of predators lurking on your ground.

Big Game, Deer, Predator, Gear, Mossy Oak

Mossy Oak Hunting Weather App from Scoutlook

As hunters we all follow the weather no matter what species of game we are chasing. The question is, what is your weather resource providing you? Last year I was introduced to Scoutlook Weather. This website has completely changed the way I gather my weather information for my hunts.

Big Game, Deer, Gear, Mossy Oak

Hunting California Wild Pigs with Parrey Cremeans

There are few places in the country that don’t have feral hogs. They’ve become a real nuisance for farmers, landowners and wildlife managers. I think feral hogs are the game we harvest most often in our outfitting business.

Big Game

Managing Moist Soil Impoundments: What Is On Your Land?

What if you could provide a situation where you could bring waterfowl up close and personal? If this type of situation is what you are looking for, then this is the article for you. This article deals with managing beaver ponds, greentree reservoirs, and agricultural lands for the opportunity to be up close and personal to one of life’s oldest creatures, waterfowl.

Waterfowl, Land Management

ProStaffer Parrey Cremeans Tells about Hunting All Three Species of Elk in California

Most people don’t think of California as a hunting destination or a Mecca for elk. But out here we have Tule elk to the south, Roosevelt elk to the south and Rocky Mountain elk in Redding, California, where we’re based. One of the problems of hunting elk in California is that you can’t buy tags over the counter.

Big Game, Deer

Watch Out For The Little Guys

Most everyone's turkey seasons are winding down and it is a popular time of the season for many guys to get out there and fire up the tractor and bush-hog to cut roads, fields, or boundary lines that need trimming. Find out why building your own flushing bar can help your deer and turkey populations.

Conservation

Part 3: Becoming A ProStaffer

The way our staff works is we look for certain areas of the country that need someone to help promote in stores and at events. I get applications all the time, and sometimes we just don't need any help in those areas because the positions are filled. It does not mean you are not qualified. I always contact my applicants and tell them either way.

Mossy Oak

RZ Mask Announces Release of Mossy Oak Hunting Masks

The RZ Mask is a neoprene face mask equipped with an active carbon filter that absorbs its user’s exhaled scent. The mask covers the nose and mouth of its user and straps around the back of the neck. With its comfortable fit, the mask can be worn for extended periods of time allowing for a stealthy hunt.

News, Mossy Oak

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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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