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Mossberg 935 Magnum Disassembly for Cleaning

It's important to take care of your gear so that it lasts as long as it can, and some of the more iconic brands will last a long time.

Turkey, Gear, How-To, Video, Firearm

What's In Cuz's Turkey Vest?

Over the years, Cuz Strickland has changed what he carries in his turkey vest. He's retired his Dixon Vest for the Longbeard Elite and lightened the load a bit. Check out what Cuz carries in his turkey vest these days.

Turkey, Gear

Best Turkey Hunting Gear 2022

The 2022 Turkey Season is here and we've got a collection of the some of the best gear for the season. After visiting with our partners at the 2022 NWTF Convention and Sports Show, we wanted to show you what's new and some of our favorites that go with us every spring.

Turkey, Country DNA, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak Obsession, Gear

Browning Maxus II Wicked Wing Disassembly for Cleaning

Tony Rosetti, a local gun expert and former Olympic shooter, to teach us how to break down the Browning Maxus II Wicked Wing.

Gear, How-To, Video, Firearm

Turkey Hunting History And Literature: Bottomland Book Club

The wild turkey, being a native of much of the vast area of North America, has been part of our history as a people and nation. The turkey is the only American animal with “wild” as part of its name, it is a fitting prefix.

Bottomland Book Club, Turkey, Conservation

Creating Water Sources for Wildlife

While creating a water source that appeals to wildlife usually isn’t that difficult, in some cases it can take time, sometimes even years depending on the region and topography.

Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Drury Outdoors, Mossy Oak, ScentLok Technologies and Blocker Outdoors Announce New Partnership

Mossy Oak is proud to share that the Mossy Oak/Drury Outdoors partnership will continue with their exciting new partnership with Nexus Outdoors, the makers of ScentLok Technologies and Blocker Outdoors.

Country DNA, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Elements Terra, News, Mossy Oak

The Old Pro Turkey Hunter: Bottomland Book Club

"The Old Pro Turkey Hunter" is now more than ever, a need-to-read book for anyone new or old to chasing this amazing creature.

Bottomland Book Club, Turkey

Trout Spey Fishing - What Is It?

Talk to avid trout fly-fishing anglers around the country, and you’ll likely hear the terms “swing season,” “trout Spey,” or even “Micro Spey.” Many fishermen have turned to trout Spey simply for the sake of a new challenge and a fresh skill set to learn.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

The Inaugural Catch-A-Dream Celebrity Bass Classic

The first-ever Catch-A-Dream Celebrity Bass Classic, a new fundraiser initiative, made headway on Saturday, February 26—raising a gross total of $40,852 for Catch-A-Dream.

Fishing, News, Mossy Oak Fishing

Home, At Last, Is the Hunter: Bottomland Book Club

"Home, At Last, Is the Hunter," by Chip Gross is a well written fictional book that also brought a tear to my eye. I had read it for the first time many years prior to my father’s passing. I have since read it again, being such a heart-warming story that hits close to home.

Bottomland Book Club, Turkey

NWTF Presents: The Big Six

The National Wild Turkey Federation classified six major regions across 738 million acres to best identify the urgent needs of wild turkeys across the country.

Turkey, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

The Elusive Original Mossy Oak Remingtons

For a turkey hunter, there are few things that they hold more dear-and cause more contentious conversations-than the business end of their spring pursuits.

Turkey, Gear

Fishing with Cormorants - The Fish Eating Bird

Cormorants pose a devastating problem to fish farmers and small pond owners every year, with thousands of fish and thousands of dollars lost to these hungry birds. Read on to learn more about this “fish terrorist” and what you can do to protect your fish.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Challenges of South Dakota Merriam’s Turkeys

Before I ever traveled to South Dakota to hunt turkeys, I had no idea what to expect. There are some things you might want to consider if you plan to go after the Merriam's that call the prairie their home.

Turkey, How-To

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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

Late Season Deer Hunting in December & 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

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