Is there anything more satisfying than watching poachers get theirs? As ethical hunters, we all hate the following things: sudden rainstorms when we're tracking a blood trail, Chronic Wasting Disease, and poachers. The first two are acts of God or Nature, and thus beyond our control, but the third is definitely a problem we can all help tackle. And if we can't help, we can at … [Read more...] about Hallelujah! Biggest Poaching Bust in Nebraska History
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NRA’s New Free Online Experienced Hunter Education Course
The National Rifle Association is offering a free online Experienced Hunter Education Course for those preparing to take advantage of the upcoming hunting season. NRA’s free 2-hour course is a firearm and hunting safety-training refresher in a convenient and engaging platform available through desktop, tablet, or smartphone. The course is available to everyone … [Read more...] about NRA’s New Free Online Experienced Hunter Education Course
Patron Saint of Bowhunting Ted Nugent Supports Pro-Hunting Movie
My bow-season prayers to St. The Nuge have been answered! Just a few weeks ago we launched a tongue-in-cheek "prayer to St. Nugent" for bow-season success. Just a few days before that, we yearned for the success of a pro-hunting movie in production called The Harvest. It seems that someone was listening, because the Motor City Madman has joined forces with the movie's … [Read more...] about Patron Saint of Bowhunting Ted Nugent Supports Pro-Hunting Movie
Ever Seen a Pro-Hunting Movie? You Might Soon!
Quick, take a moment and ask yourself this question: "Have I ever seen a pro-hunting movie?" This writer personally cannot recall any that have been produced prior to 1965--in fact, Hollywood seems to use hunting as a coded signal for "crazy antagonist." That's why, if you're a dedicated hunter who believes your pastime has gotten a bad rap in the media, you'll be interested to … [Read more...] about Ever Seen a Pro-Hunting Movie? You Might Soon!
A Hunter’s Open Letter to America’s Vegans
Dear Vegans of America, I welcome you to sport hunting with open arms. Dear Vegans, I'll start by saying that nobody cares what you choose to eat or not eat--that's entirely your business and we live in a free country. That said, if the reason you eschew animal products in your diet is that you're worried about animal cruelty, there is one way for you to open up your menu … [Read more...] about A Hunter’s Open Letter to America’s Vegans