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Following the ban on lead shot in the early 1990s, hunters have been on the lookout for shotgun cartridges that can mimic lead’s ability to cleanly and consistently take down wild game. With so many options on the market, choosing one can be something of an overwhelming prospect. To make the decision easier on yourself, […]

Here’s an interesting fact: President Theodore Roosevelt was a passionate hunter, naturalist, and conservationist. If you look at the stats, you’ll see that he was by far the most environmentally-friendly U.S. President. He gave environmental concerns a political voice and brought conservationism to the forefront. As President, he protected 230 million acres of public land, […]

Fishing is all about connecting with nature and with fellow anglers. In the winter months, ice fishing has become a popular escape for its serenity and unique advantages. The temperature drops but the quantity and quality of fish are just as plentiful as the warmer months. With the right outerwear, and a toolbox full of […]

As the cold weather settles in and the snow covers the ground, the conditions for hunters can become tricky to navigate. The preparation for winter hunting is noticeably different — often calling for a change in clothing and shotgun cartridges — different from the ones hunters typically rely on in the summer months. Though the […]

While many anglers plan their fishing trips in the spring and summer months, fall fishing offers some of the most memorable experiences. Water temperatures have cooled down and many fish are packing on the weight to prepare for the winter ahead, which means they’re eagerly looking for food — or in the angler’s case, bait. […]

As we’ve discussed in previous articles on this blog, many fishing enthusiasts are making their own lures and flies these days and tungsten is a key ingredient in many of the components used in lure making – for strong corrosion resistant hooks and for the weights used in jig heads and bead-headed and cone-headed flies. Tungsten […]