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Bass Fishing on a New Lake

I’ve had a number of past experiences fishing on different kinds of lakes under various weather and water conditions all over the nation. But Florida has been my nemesis in bass fishing.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, How-To

Ott DeFoe’s Journey to Becoming the 2019 Bassmaster Classic Champion

Before the 2019 Bassmaster Classic began, Ott DeFoe of Blaine, Tennessee, near Knoxville, was the hands-down favorite to win. We asked DeFoe how he caught more big bass over the three-day tournament than the best-of-the-best anglers.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua

Gear Review: Stevens by Savage 301 Turkey

Savage/Stevens has brought a shotgun to market that is going to create some interest on several fronts - the new Stevens 301 Turkey. Your first thought is probably, “What are they thinking? A .410 for turkey?”

Turkey, Mossy Oak Obsession, Gear, Firearm

4 Early Season Turkey Tactics

Hunting turkeys in the first part of the season is quite a bit different than hunting birds at the tail end. Here are 4 of my favorite early season tips and tricks to talk ole tom into range.

Turkey, Mossy Oak Obsession, How-To, Firearm

Mark Davis’s Favorite Speckled Trout Early-Spring Baits

I usually start off fishing for early-spring speckled trout with soft plastic lures on 1/16- to 1/4-ounce jig heads. The determining factors on what size jig head I use will be the current and the depth of water I’m fishing.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua

What I’ve Learned about Bass Fishing This Past Season

I’m often asked what new tactic or lure I’ve learned about this past season. I knew some things about the Neko rig, which wasn’t new. However, I’ve spent more time with the Neko and learned how effective it can be this past year.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, Video

Mossy Oak Properties expands into Northern New Mexico

Mossy Oak Properties is pleased to announce the opening of Mossy Oak Properties- Centerfire Realty, LLC in Chama, New Mexico.

Big Game, News, Mossy Oak Properties

Mossy Oak and Colosseum Launch Outdoor Lifestyle and Activewear Apparel Line

Mossy Oak and Colosseum are pleased to announce a line of Mossy Oak-patterned outdoor lifestyle apparel. The new clothing line is designed to suit a broad array of outdoor needs and will be available beginning August of 2019.

Gear, News, Mossy Oak

4 Steps To Make Your Property Poacher Proof

If you already own property and fight trespassing battles, do your best to control access, create habitat edges on property boundaries, maintain relationships with adjacent landowners and when poacher interactions do happen, make certain they will not return to your property.

Deer, Turkey, Fishing, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Mossy Oak Properties

Evolution Outdoor Design Tackle Bags and Backpack Now Available in Mossy Oak Elements Agua

Mossy Oak Fishing is proud to partner with Evolution Outdoor Design to launch an all-new product line featuring Mossy Oak Elements Agua, the official pattern of B.AS.S. on premium fishing tackle bags and a backpack.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, Gear, News

Bolstering Your Fawn Crop

The role of hunters is changing. The advancement of programs like Quality Deer Management has prompted an evolution from a mere “consumer” to now a “producer-consumer,” and a “hunter-conservationist.” Learn how to manage your herd throughout the year.

Deer, Conservation, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

How to Keep Your Hunting Dog in Shape During Off-Season

Your hunting dogs need continued training during the off-season to stay sharp and challenged, both mentally and physically, and there are many things you can do in your own yard or neighborhood to keep your dog focused and strong.

Waterfowl, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Kennels, Firearm

Mossy Oak Fishing's Ott DeFoe Wins 2019 Bassmaster Classic

Knoxville native Ott DeFoe won this past weekend's "Super Bowl of Bass Fishing," the Bassmaster Classic presented by Dick's Sporting Goods. Fishing in his home state, DeFoe was the favorite to take home the grand prize, and that he did.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, News

Proper Ways To Store Hunting Gear

When hunting season comes to an end across the country, the time comes for hunters to store away all of their hunting gear until the next year. However, is this storing of hunting gear being done properly and in a way that when the next hunting season rolls around everything is in place and ready to go?

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak Break-Up Country, Gear, How-To

Simple Broadcasting Methods for Planting Corn

Some managers believe there are two things you need if you wish to plant corn on your property – adequate acreage and a corn planter or drill. The truth is a far different story. Learn more about broadcasting methods for corn planting.

Deer, Land Management, How-To, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

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Instant Pot Squirrel Dumplings

This one-pot squirrel dumplings recipe is easy and delicious. A filling and satisfying dish, these dumplings really hit the spot!

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Tailgate Talks: Duck Hunting with Jim Ronquest

by Jessi Cole Walters Jim Ronquest is a certified legend in the waterfowl world. He's a world champion duck caller and a heckuva duck hunter. If there's anyone that can convince a mallard to come visit your little section of the flooded timber, it's Jimbo. Jimbo and Drake Waterfowl invited a group of writers down to Arkansas this December for a couple of days of world-class duck hunting at a storied waterfowl cabin aptly named

Tailgate Talks, Waterfowl

Remington Core-Lokt Copper Bullets Review

Our gun-guru and self-proclaimed “accuracy nut” Bill Gabbard is back to talk about and test Remington’s interesting new solid copper bullets.

Big Game, Deer, Predator, Gear

Late Winter Small Game Hunting

Beat the winter in-between seasons blues with squirrels, rabbits, and upland birds this year. Here’s our outline on hunting these small game critters.

Small Game

Assessing Your Property Post-Whitetail Season

A post-season assessment not only provides valuable insights into your land management efforts but also sets you up for success when the 2025 hunting season rolls around.

Deer, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Pheasant and Cornbread Pancakes

I was asked to create my version of chicken and waffles, and this is what I came up with. This recipe is simple, delicious and will keep your spouse, kids or guest coming back for seconds.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

BEARTOOTH by Callan Wink: Bottomland Book Club

Beartooth by Callan Wink is a novel that hunters and anglers alike will enjoy and find unputdownable.

Big Game, Bottomland Book Club, Deer

Predator Hunting in January: Capitalizing on Cold Weather and Hungry Coyotes

By Heath Wood December marks a prime time for predator hunters as the cold temperatures of late fall transition into winter, pushing coyotes into a heightened state of activity. Even though I enjoy coyote hunting all year and have had success throughout the year, December often marks the start of my “winter season” of coyote calling and is the beginning of what I believe to be the best time to hunt coyotes. With food sources

Predator, How-To, Video

3 Things to Know About Late-Season Buck Patterns

Understanding a few key patterns can give you an edge in the late season, setting you up for success when the pressure is on and the daylight hours are short.

Deer

Stand Hunting During Late Season Cold Snaps

Success requires mastering the art of patience, staying warm, controlling wind scent, and adapting to frigid winter conditions and, in some cases, snow-covered landscapes.

Deer

How to Extend Your Effective Shooting Distance

While shots can be missed at any distance, the further the shot is, the harder it is to make due to a broader range of influences.

Deer

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

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