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Florida Governor Recommends $53.55 Million in State Conservation Initiatives for 2022-’23

Ron DeSantis’s Freedom First budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 reaffirms the Republican Governor’s commitment to the high-priority of Florida conservation.

Conservation, News

Wild Turkey Drive: Christmas 1943: Bottomland Book Club

Turkey hunting literature is among the best outdoors literature of all time.

Bottomland Book Club, Turkey, News

How to Spot a Button Buck from a Mile Away

Does it take you a long time to decide if a deer is a button buck? Mossy Oak shares a few tips on how to spot a button buck quickly.

Deer, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Are There Really Less Duck Hunters Now?

If you ask any avid duck or goose hunter about hunting pressure, they will certainly agree there are more hunters afield than ever before. But, how is it according to the USFWS, are there less Federal Duck stamps being purchased each and every year since 1970?

Waterfowl, Conservation

NWTF Alabama Chapter Funds 2022 Conservation Projects

The Alabama state chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) recently approved $122,000 for statewide 2022 conservation initiatives.

Conservation, News

Best Air Rifles and Pellet Guns for Squirrels | Mossy Oak

Are you confused on what air rifle to buy for squirrel hunting? Mossy Oak lists the five best air rifles for squirrel hunting.

Small Game, Gear, Firearm

Ground Duck Chili

Duck has such a rich, natural flavor that absorbs the ingredients of this recipe, including bacon, to make a wild game chili with palate-pleasing power.

Waterfowl, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

Hunting Coyotes with Dogs - Training, Breeds, Cautions and Gear

Despite not stacking up coyotes like an old-time trapper, the enjoyment and satisfaction that accompanies each outing with my dog adds a partnership dimension I have yet to find with any bipedal hunting colleague.

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

6 Steps to Better Venison

Six simple steps hunters can take to improve the quality of their venison. From the time you enter the woods, consider how the steps and actions you take can influence the final product.

Deer, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

How to Hunt Gadwalls

According to Ducks Unlimited, the Gadwall is the third most harvested duck in North America. So, let’s dive into the nuts and bolts of how to kill more Gadwalls this year.

Waterfowl, How-To, Firearm

Top 3 Dangers to Dogs in the Field

By the nature of “their business,” dogs have many risks and possible ways they might be harmed. We need to do our best to mitigate these risks - this article addresses three of the biggest threats.

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

3 Tactics For Hunting December Coyotes

It may be hard for some hunters to adjust from deer mode to predator mode. However, when cold weather filters into most parts of the country, the time to take advantage of cold weather coyote hunting is December.

Predator, Elements Terra, How-To

Decoy Rigging for Deep Water Ducks

Deep water duck hunting requires more decoys so simplifying your spreads means less work.

Waterfowl, How-To

How to Score a Deer

You finally have that big deer on the ground, but what did he score? You can green score that buck with this help from Mossy Oak.

Deer, How-To, Bow, Firearm

The Decline of Bobwhite Quail Populations During the 20th Century

Bobwhite quail populations have seen a dramatic decline since the 1950s. Habitats where quail once thrived are no longer. So what happened? Read on to learn more.

Small Game, Conservation, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

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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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