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Brandon Palaniuk’s Approach for the 2019 Bassmaster Classic

he 2019 Classic, March 15-17 on the Tennessee River, will be Brandon Palaniuk's ninth Classic appearance. He has finished second in the 2013 Classic and fourth in the 2011 Classic and won Angler of the Year in 2017.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua

Kevin VanDam Reflects on Past Bassmaster Classic Wins and is Hoping for Number 5

Fifty-year-old Kevin VanDam of Kalamazoo, Michigan, has been a tournament fisherman for 30 years, has won four Bassmaster Classics - 2001, 2005, 2010 and 2011 and has fished in 28 Classics.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua

The Differences Between Turkey Subspecies And How to Manage Each

Ask most any experienced turkey hunter and they can quickly rattle off the names of the four subspecies or races of wild turkey recognized by The National Wild Turkey Federation for purposes of their Grand Slam. A fair number could probably add a fifth for the North American Slam and a sixth for the World Slam. For those not already familiar with them, they are as follows:

Turkey, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Jordan Lee's 2019 Bassmaster Classic Strategy

Before you hit the water, you want to make sure your hooks are sharp and your baits are tuned how you like them. Everything must be prepared ahead of time to give you the best chance to win the Classic.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, Gear, How-To

Gerald Swindle's 2019 Bassmaster Classic Strategy

Two weeks before the tournament, Swindle begins prepping his boat with tackle and gear he may need for the tournament. He religiously looks at the weather forecast and makes sure he has on hand the best bait and fishing gear for predicted forecast.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, Gear, How-To

Allen’s Shocker Series Turkey Products Improve Your Hunt

For a turkey hunter to fine tune their skills and achieve a high level of success, it seems that they develop a desire to find new gear that not only makes the hunt easier, but also more enjoyable. To put it quite simply, they yearn for products that make them a better hunter. The folks at Allen Company have come up with a product line labeled the Shocker Series.

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Choosing Fishing Line

The new braided line that’s been developed is extremely supple, it’s much smaller line than the braided line that was sold many years ago, it’s extremely strong, and there’s no line twist.

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10 FAQs About Largemouth Bass: A Lifetime of Learning

After working on thousands of lakes and assisting in the production of tens of millions of bass fingerlings, I realize how little I knew then and how little I know now. However, I have gained a little knowledge along this journey.Here are 10 of the more frequently asked questions I receive from lake owners and fishermen.

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Mossy Oak GO Now Streaming Season 1 of Avian-X TV

Mossy Oak GO is now streaming the 2018 season of “Avian-X TV.”

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Brandon Palaniuk Discusses the Price of Being a Top Level Professional Tournament Bass Fisherman

Professional bass fishermen make a lot of money, but there’s a difference in earning a lot of money and keeping much of it. So, what’s the cost of being a professional fisherman?

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.410 Turkey Hunting: Shotguns, Loads, Chokes, and More

In today’s turkey gun market, the diminutive .410 has taken a seat on the front row when it comes to a turkey hunter’s bucket list, and the gun manufacturers have responded by introducing a number of new and exciting .410 models specifically made for turkey hunting.

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NWTF Announces NWTF TV Sponsored by Mossy Oak

NWTF TV sponsored by Mossy Oak is your new home for turkey hunting and conservation content 24/7/365. Stream on your computer, smartphone or smartTV. Watch Now at tv.NWTF.org.

Turkey, Conservation, News, Mossy Oak

10 Things You Didn't Know About Gerald Swindle

You probably already know that Gerald Swindle was the 2016 Toyota Bassmaster Angler of the Year. You probably know that his nickname is "G-Man." While there are several things you already know about one of the funniest pro anglers, Gerald Swindle peels back the layers and tells us several things we didn't know about "G-Man."

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, News

How to Catch Winter Speckled Trout

Mark Davis of Lexington, South Carolina, is primarily known as a blue-water fisherman. One of the most popular inshore species is the speckled trout, also called the spotted seatrout. We asked Mark his favorite baits to fish for these trout.

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Bobby Sears of JEBS Chokes Achieves Single Season Turkey Slam with .410 Handgun

Bobby Sears, co-owner and CEO of JEBS Choke Tubes, the world’s most trusted choke tubes, set out in spring 2018 to tackle a modern day turkey hunting challenge. Bobby knew if he could accomplish this slam with his .410 handgun, it would not only bring more credibility to their line of small bore chokes, but it would also give them more insight into their sustainability of today’s market.

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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.

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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

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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.

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