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Land Between The Lakes Offers Free Cedar Christmas Trees

Many of us have laughed at the Griswold family's Christmas tree hunting foray in "Christmas Vacation." Now, the Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area is giving families the opportunity to come outdoors in search of their very own cedar Christmas tree by offering free Christmas tree permits.

Conservation

WVU Mascot Must Stop using Muzzleloader On Hunting Trips

The University of West Virginia has ordered Jonathan Kimble, current WVU mascot to stop using his university-issued weapon on hunting trips. A YouTube video documented Kimble shooting a black bear in a tree, following by a cry of "Let's go Mountaineers!" Kimble also posted a photo of himself with the bear to Twitter. The muzzleloader is normally fired at home athletic events (black-powder only, no ammunition). Kimble has apparently agreed that he will not use

Big Game, Predator, Firearm

Illinois Firearm Deer Season Preliminary Harvest Totals 99,324

Firearm deer hunters in Illinois took a preliminary total of 99,324 deer during the seven-day firearm deer season on Nov. 16-18 and Nov. 29-Dec. 2, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced today. This year’s preliminary firearm season harvest total compares with the 97,820 deer taken during the 2011 firearm season.

Big Game, Deer

Mountainside Memoir

It was that time of year again. Bear season. I drove up to camp on Sunday afternoon, staring blissfully out the window. I barely noticed that the trees at the base of the mountains held as a greenish yellow hue, but faded to warmer colors as they progressively rose in elevation. The crest of the hills were shrouded by a light, stringy fog; hardly enough to raise concerns about visibility for the opener in the

Big Game, Predator, Firearm

ProStaff Tip: Camo for Predators

Mossy Oak ProStaffer Steven Reinhold explains his early and late-season camo choices while in his home state of Ohio.

Predator, How-To, Video, Mossy Oak

What a Trophy Buck Knows About Hunters

Dr. Robert Sheppard has been hunting and studying deer for more than 40 years and actually conducted a study of 35,000 deer hunters over 20 years at Bent Creek Lodge in Jachin, Alabama.

Big Game, Deer

20 Years of Deer Research On Deer Movement

Twenty years of research, including 35,000 hunter days and statistics from the National Weather Service about the weather conditions on both morning and afternoon hunts, brings us all startling new information about when deer move.

Deer, How-To

Trophy Totes Mount ’Em Cooler

Over the years I have been fortunate enough to harvest some quality whitetails that I took to the Taxidermist to be mounted. The great feeling of harvesting that deer or animal was just overwhelming. That feeling can last for hours and even days. The one thing that can put a damper on that feeling is when you have to transport that deer head/cape to your taxidermist.

Big Game, Deer, Gear, Mossy Oak

2012 Line Up of Primos Deer Calls

It is about that time when we need to start pulling out the deer calls. I love to use a deer call not matter if it is a grunt or doe bleat. They both have a place in your hunting arsenal. There are a number of quality deer calls on the market from a number of companies. I have used the Primos calls over the past five years or so and have always been pleased

Big Game, Deer, Gear

Line Up of Top 2012 PSE Bows

I have used this bow for the past 8 months and love the fact that this bow is compact but still shoots great. It helped me on my quest for the 2012 Turkey Slam with Bow this past spring where I was able to shoot four of the five species of turkeys for grand slam. I am looking forward to using it in the tree stand this year as well.

Gear, Mossy Oak, Bow

Plant Once, Fertilize Twice

Many times fall food plots are planted in a mad dash to get seed in the ground before a rain. This sometimes means that fertilizer gets left out and was not added at or before planting time, not to worry. Fertilizer can be applied after planting with no problem. If you are like me, you can’t stand to drive over your plot after its been planted. But the benefits of the fertilizer will far outweigh

Conservation

John O’Dell Has an Exciting Bowhunt for White-Tailed Deer

My videoing and hunting partner, Dave Reisner, and I were hunting and filming in Kentucky last year with Ben Maki, Chief Marketing Officer for Mossy Oak, on his family land in Kentucky. The first day we arrived for our hunt, the weather was between 90 and 100 degrees. The second day, a storm came in and brought wind and rain. On day three, the temperature dropped down 30-degrees from the first day of the hunt

Big Game, Deer, Bow

Crossbows for 2012 Hunting Season

The Raider features an economically executed variation of parent company TenPoint’s powerful Compact Limb System (CLS) bow assembly. Unlike TenPoint’s one-piece CLS riser and foot stirrup, however, the Raider is designed with a detachable, lightweight coated aluminum foot stirrup. Its 12-inch IsoTaper Limbs are fitted with MR cams and ultra-strong D-75 string and cables. Together, these features create a smooth-handling, high-performance crossbow that drives a 20-inch arrow at 330 fps with 101.6 ft./lbs. of kinetic

Gear, Mossy Oak, Bow

ProStaff Tip: Safety Harness

Mossy Oak ProStaffer Bucky Hauser explains how he became a believer in safety harnesses and the importance of a descent rope.

How-To, Video, Mossy Oak

ProStaff Tip: Firearms & Ammo for Predators

Mossy Oak ProStaffer Steven Reinhold Walks us through his choice of shotgun, rifle, and ammunition for both when he's hunting predators, choices aimed at minimizing pelt damage.

Predator, How-To, Video, Mossy Oak, 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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