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July 16, 2026

Get all knotted up – with the crossover uni knot

December 16, 2014 Andy Crawford

Today’s popularity of braid has resulted spinning reels designed to be have braid spooled up with no backing. The crossover uni knot is designed for this usage.

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7 things you should have in your deer pack

November 14, 2014 Phillip Gentry

A list of items that are essential to success when deer hunting and to help ensure you have what you need during those long sits. […]

Skin squirrels the easy way

November 11, 2014 Josh Chauvin

Jean Poirrier III has no issues after a squirrel hunt using an air compressor for cleaning older, tougher squirrels. […]

Singer/songwriter Zack Logan, Steve Chiasson and Sampson, a Chesapeake Bay retriever, on a duck hunt.

Top 5 mistakes duck hunters make

November 8, 2014 Andy Crawford

Here are some steps to take that have helped duck hunters work ahead of hunts to prevent headaches in the blind. […]

Top 3 ways to kill a buck on opening day

November 6, 2014 Andy Crawford

Finding rich food sources is of paramount importance as the opening of deer season approaches. Here are three opening day tips. […]

Mid-season dove tactics

October 19, 2014 Patrick Bonin

If you’re planning on making an October dove hunt, don’t expect the birds to be as carefree as they were on opening day. You may need to try new tactics. […]

Whether you set out this bow season with your old reliable fixed-blade broadheads, or decide to step up and pay a bit more for the latest mechanical broadheads on the market, the bottom line is that a well-placed shot with either one will bring a deer down. […]