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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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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

How to Prepare for Your Child’s First Deer Hunt

The big question is, will you and your child be prepared for the hunt? The question seems simple enough, but countless hunters fail to consider the monumental task of taking their child to the woods for their first deer hunt.

Deer, Mossy Oak Kids

Ecology and Management of Post Oak for Wildlife Habitat

Post oak has several unique characteristics that make it an important species for acorn production, especially on shallow soils that are unfavorable for other oaks.

Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries

Whitetail Scouting Tips for October

Understanding how bucks move during this transitional period, interpreting fresh signs, and strategically using trail cameras can help hunters find the perfect spot.

Deer, Video

October Whitetail Hotspots

Whether you’re hunting on agricultural land, thick timber, or wide-open fields, understanding how terrain, food sources, and hunting pressure influence deer movement is essential to find the best hunting locations.

Deer

How to Hunt 20 Acres or Less

Most hunters have access to smaller pieces of land rather than big sprawling acreage. And they can be just as successful with some creative planning and strategizing.

Deer

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