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The Hunting Wisdom of Hank Parker

The old hunter put his hand on my arm and said, “You need to wait a little while. Let’s go over here, sit down, and wait before you call.” Surprised, I asked, “Why do I need to wait before I call?” He proceeded to give me some tremendously-helpful wisdom I never have forgotten.

Big Game, Deer, Turkey, Mossy Oak

Reason for the Season

Most of us have at least a couple weeks or more of deer season left to hunt this year and many of us have filled our freezer and more by this time of year. If you live in the southern states you are gearing up for the rut and ready for a shot at the bucks you have protected all year. Guys and gals in the north and Midwest who haven’t filled their tag yet

Big Game, Deer

Lisa Jane – What She Sees as Her Future in Hunting

I’d like to travel the globe, researching hunting practices of different cultures and exploring the lives of individuals dependent on hunting for their diets. Hunting isn’t antiquated, cruel or barbaric. I see hunting as beautiful, ancient, sacred and the best way to ensure the wildlife of the earth is protected and respected.

Lisa Jane on Why She Enjoys Social Media

Once I started hunting, blogging almost seemed like a natural next step. I graduated from Niagara University with a degree in English and writing. When I took a course in creative nonfiction (telling real stories in a creative way), I realized I could utilize my creativity to write about normal, everyday things. Just like my hunting, I feel I got my storytelling gift from my granddad, who was an avid Irish storyteller.

Lisa Jane on Why She Likes Bowhunting and How the Sport Empowers Her

I’m often asked, “Why do you believe women should consider shooting a bow?” I believe all women should have at least a rudimentary working knowledge of firearms as well as archery. However, I like the challenge of a bow. You have to be aware of so many things about the bow from your form to anchor point to be able to shoot it successfully. I think every woman should shoot archery, because the sport is

Big Game, Deer, Bow, Firearm

The Writing Huntress Lisa Jane Discusses Mossy Oak Camouflage and Women’s Hunting Apparel

When I first began hunting, I quickly realized how difficult finding good women’s camo was. Shopping for appropriate gear was my biggest hunting chore. Often I ended-up in the children’s department, silently thanking God for making me the height of a 10-year old.

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Lisa Jane: Non-Hunter to Avid Hunter

Lisa Jane Barron, known as the Writing Huntress, and her husband currently live in a township of 16 people in North Dakota, a far cry from her hometown of Rochester, New York. She’s been writing and spreading, according to her, “Social media hunting cheer,” for the past 3 years through her blogs Hunt Like You’re Hungry and Ask the Writing Huntress.

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak, Bow

Supplemental Significance

Providing nutrition the entire year-round for your whitetail herd is very important. Insufficient nutrition levels leads to weight loss, poor conception rates, lower fawn recruitment, increased vulnerability to disease…and where it counts to some gamekeepers most - poor antler development and increased mortality rates. Food plots are extremely important, but many managers have a difficult time supplying food plot forage during the winter months in the north, or in areas where you simply cannot supply

Big Game, Deer, Conservation

New World Record Alaska-Yukon Moose

A new world record for Alaska-Yukon moose has been recorded by the Boone and Crockett Club, one of the official record-keeping organizations for big game in North America. On September 25, Heinz Naef of Dawson City, Canada bagged a moose that has been scored at 263-1/8 net at the meeting of the Stewart and Yukon rivers that can be only described as enormous. Even after a lifetime of hunting moose, Naef said that the animal

Big Game, Firearm

Jeff Propst on Big Whitetails, Bulls, Family and Mossy Oak

Honestly, what I love best about being a Mossy Oak Pro Staffer and a hunter and videographer for “Bow Madness” is having that one-on-one time with my son every fall and spring. I’ve been able to watch him grow as a hunter and an outdoorsman. I’ve been with him on some of his greatest hunts, and he’s been on mine. Chris understands why we hunt and that hunting is a conservation practice; he respects the

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

DAWGS Footwear Launches Boots and Shoes in Mossy Oak

DAWGS is pleased to announce the immediate availability of its Mossy Oak footwear lines. Launched in cooperation with Haas Outdoors, the makers of Mossy Oak branded camouflage patterns, the DAWGS Mossy Oak footwear line features a variety of popular Mossy Oak patterns including the new Shadow Grass Blades, Break-Up Infinity, Break-Up Pink, Duck Blind and Winter Brush on a variety of DAWGS footwear styles.

Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, News, Mossy Oak

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.

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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.

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

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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

Tips for Hunting the Morel Mushroom

Check out Mossy Oak's morel mushroom hunting tips to learn what gear you need, how to eat them and much more. Read Your Obsession blog today!

How-To

A History and a How-to for the Trumpet Turkey Call

Turkey hunters are a rare breed. They tend to cherish the past, as well as strive for a better tomorrow, like no other hunting community out there

Turkey, Video

BUILT: Cody Calls Turkey Calls

Bill Zearing firmly cemented his place in the turkey history books with his creation of the wooden sounding board for turkey pot calls and his thoughtful innovations continue to carve the path for modern call makers today.

Turkey, News, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Companions

Proven Strategies for Tough Gobblers

“There are those birds that seem downright un-killable. When you encounter them, it might be time to think outside the box call, throw the book away and try something more “unconventional.””

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