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A man holding a bird hugs a dog in the desert.
Guide to Hunting Gambel’s and Scaled Quail In Arizona

Expect arid conditions and difficult terrain when hunting these two desert quail species My first…

A German Wirehaired Pointer retrieves a pheasant in tall grass.
A Guide to the Unofficial Kansas Upland Grand Slam

Tips from a biologist for achieving Kansas’ Grand Slam and hunting bobwhite, pheasants, and prairie…

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Hunting Late Season Prairie Chickens

Tips for hunting greater prairie-chickens towards the end of their season. The Kansas Flint Hills…

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Decoying Diver Ducks On A Budget

Scrounging resale markets, repainting used decoys, and setting up small spreads help hunters gain entry…

A nearly-white snowshoe hare sits on moss below a bush.
Guide to Early Season Snowshoe Hare Hunting

These early season snowshoe hare hunting tips will help you bring home both fur and…

A ringneck pheasant flushes in the snow in the late season.
Late Season Pheasant Hunting Tips

As pheasant hunting moves later into the season, hunting ringnecks requires a little extra effort…

A Guide to Wild Pheasant Hunting in North America

Learn how to hunt pheasants by identifying their habitat, understanding their behavior, and understanding tried-and-true…

Woodcock being pointed by a dog in woodcock habitat
How to Identify American Woodcock Habitat

Learn how to find woodcock habitat in the Northwoods, central and southern states, and along…

A dog retrieves a pheasant in early season.
Tips for Hunting Early Season Pheasants

During the early season, weather, habitat conditions, and hunting pressure impact which cover types pheasants…

A sage grouse in prime sage grouse habitat.
A Field Guide To Sage-Grouse Habitat

Learn how to identify high-quality sage grouse habitat in the western United States. Chasing Greater…

A prairie chicken flushes from grasslands in Kansas
A Guide to Greater Prairie-Chicken Hunting in Kansas

Learn how to locate greater prairie-chickens in Kansas’ legendary Flint Hills, Smoky Hills, and High…

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Introducing Kids to Upland Bird Hunting

Guidance for teaching kids about bird hunting, bird dogs, and conservation. My daughter was three…

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An Introduction to Foraging for Mushrooms

Mushrooms don’t have to be intimidating — with some basic preparation, you can forage safely…

Freshly gathered wild ramps
Identifying and Foraging for Ramps

Also known as wild onion or wild garlic, ramps make a natural and bright addition…

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How to Dress, Butcher, and Cook Rabbits

A complete guide to cleaning cottontails and preparing rabbit meat for the dinner table Recently,…

Dehydrated goose jerky on a wood cutting board with a head of garlic and black peppercorns
How to Make Goose Jerky

Processing and preserving goose meat as jerky is a great way to make protein-rich snacks…

An English cocker retrieves a sharp-tailed grouse while hunting
How to Identify the Difference in Prairie Grouse on the Hunt

Ways to differentiate prairie chickens and sharp-tailed grouse both in the field and in the…

A bird dog retrieves a pheasant while hunting
Tips on Hunting Pheasant with a Dog

Handling, reading, and trusting your dog go a long way in improving your odds during…

A prairie chicken flushes during a hunting trip
Guide to Hunting Greater Prairie Chickens

Prairie chicken hunting tips, tricks, and advice from an expert After 35 years of bird…

A Deutsch Langhaar recalls to its owner.
Training and Troubleshooting the Recall Command with Dogs

Learn about the recall command and how to troubleshoot any issues that may arise with…

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Using Upland Bird Feathers for Fly Tying Patterns

Beat the material shortage at the fly shop and learn how to tie five of…