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Jeff Propst on the 7-Yard Public Land Bull Elk

Although hunting public land can be a pain for some, I enjoy hunting public land for elk, especially in New Mexico, because I like to be in control of the hunt. New Mexico’s elk season spans 10 days on the land that I hunt. Hence, I can go there and hunt all 10 days of the season.

Big Game, Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak, Bow

Jeff Propst on Here Comes the Bull Elk

In 2008, my son, Chris, and I were elk hunting in Montana. On the morning of the fifth day of the hunt, we switched gears and began to spot-and-stalk. The afternoon found us sitting over water holes. We’d heard many bugling bulls were around the ranch we were hunting, so we followed the bugles from one bull to the next, trying to get a shot.

Big Game, Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak, Bow

Outdoor Life Honors Those Working To Improve Outdoor Access

Outdoor Life announced the winners of the first Open Country Awards. The awards honor individuals and groups who are working to help outdoorsmen face their number one challenge: a lack of places to hunt, fish and recreationally shoot. The honorees who are highlighted in December/January issue of the publication, on newsstands now, will also be recognized at an awards ceremony this January in Las Vegas.

Conservation, News

Jeff Propst’s 195-Inch Iowa Monster Bow Buck

Just as I was sitting down, I heard Chris say, “Dad, get your bow ready. Here comes a giant buck.” I looked around to where Chris was motioning and was slightly dumbfounded. Walking with purpose in our direction was an absolutely monster-sized buck.

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Hunting with Jeff Propst of Bow Madness TV

After lunch, as we headed back to our spot, Chris wanted to do some practice shooting with his field tips to ensure his bow was still in tune. We were quietly discussing our plan for the afternoon sit when Chris, pulling one of his arrows out of the ground, whispered, “Here comes a big buck, dad.” Sure enough, I turned and noticed a nice buck walking right toward us.

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We’re Not Hunting Hoot Owls

The hunters I hunt with always have been more fun and more enjoyable than any-other aspect of the hunt. If you’re a seasoned veteran of hunting, and if you want to put some spice into your hunting, this year, take someone with you, who never has hunted before. You both will make memories that will last a lifetime.

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Celebrate the New Year with a First Day Hike on Jan. 1

Usher in the New Year with other outdoor lovers at one of the many First Day Hikes, and one First Day Horse Ride, offered Jan. 1 at Indiana's state parks and reservoirs. According to America's State Parks, First Day Hikes will be held in all 50 states in 2014. Last year, state parks across the country hosted 22,000 people who hiked a combined 43,911 miles.

News

Putting On The Feedbag

As this runs, the rut in the north is, for the most part, finished, but things are still “happening” in the south. For whitetails, this time of year is all about perpetuation of the species and putting on enough weight and fat to survive the winter. Even though bucks cut their food intake for a period surrounding the peak of breeding, does continue “putting on the feed bag” throughout the fall months and into early

Big Game, Deer, Land Management

You Can Get Too Excited Hunting Turkeys

I’ve seen people get excited on turkey hunts before, however, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a fellow make himself sick, because he’s gotten excited hunting, but I guess that is a good thing.

Big Game, Turkey, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Cuz Says a Dead Turkey Isn’t Always Dead

I don’t believe I’ve ever seen a cartoon any funnier than these two hunters leaving their guns on the ground where they had been kneeling beside the turkey then picking up rocks and sticks, as they ran and throwing them at the turkey, until they finally caught-up to the bird and put him down.

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Cuz Says a Dead Deer Isn’t Always a Dead Deer

I was doing an interview with this hunter and had to change tapes in my old video camera. The whole time we were walking up to the deer, I was concerned, because I couldn’t see an entrance or an exit point of the bullet. But the deer had dropped right where he stood like he’d been shot in the spine. As I turned around to take my used tape out and put a fresh tape

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Cuz's Five Funniest Hunts

I always tell the hunters I hunt with that as soon as they take their shots to sit tight. Don’t jump, and run to anything. Many times, you may be sitting or standing in a place, and your legs have gone to sleep. If you get excited, because you’ve taken a big buck or a gobbler that has been coming to you for a long time, then if you get up to run to the

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The Future for Wallhanger TV's Chad and Dana Wall

After Dana Wall learned to shoot the bow and started hunting with Chad, she learned how to video. They became husband and wife TV hosts. Dana would film when Chad was hunting, and he would film when she was hunting. But 2013 has been somewhat different.

Big Game, Deer, Bow

Cyclops Flare in Shadow Grass Blades

No question there are a lot of quality lights on the market, but I have been very impressed with the quality, design, durability and overall price for the Cyclops Flare handheld light. The Cyclops Flare in Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades is a handheld light that combines the best of a traditional flashlight along with green LEDs.

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Dana Wall’s Experience with Alligators

When Chad originally told me that his granddad had started an alligator farm and that both he and his dad worked at the farm, I thought that was the craziest thing I ever had heard. I didn’t know anybody farmed alligators. After I learned more about it, I realized alligator farming was really neat. Since I had no experience in alligator farming, I was intrigued. The more I learned about it, the more exciting and

Big Game, Predator, Conservation, Firearm

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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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