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Jim Hautman Wins Federal Duck Stamp Competition a Record 6th Time

No one has won the Federal Duck Stamp Competition more times than Jim Hautman.

Waterfowl, Conservation, News, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

A Trip to Venice, Louisiana for the Mossy Oak Crew

Venice, Louisiana has a few monikers—The End of the World, Tuna Town. It seems to run on its own rules and its own ecosystem where fishing is life and captains are king.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Fishing

Top Mistakes Coyote Hunters Make

Hunting opportunities for coyotes are typically year-round, with unlimited bag limits most everywhere across the country. But again, they can be tough. Success won’t come easy. So be sure to eliminate the mistakes.

Predator, Gear, How-To, Firearm

Mossy Oak's 4th of July Recipes

A festive venison steak, wild raspberry hand pies, and smoked deviled eggs to impress your friends at this year's 4th of July gathering!

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

5 Ways to Beat the Dreaded Autumn Lull

Do you believe in the feared “autumn lull?” Much is changing in the whitetails’ world during this phase of the fall and most hunters have their beliefs as to why this “calm before the storm” happens.

Big Game, Deer, Land Management, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries

Controlling Feral Hogs: Ethical Considerations

I know it is difficult for those who have not dealt with feral hogs to understand the depth and scope required to get a handle on the problem. Many think hogs are fun to hunt, they do not understand what it takes to win this war, but have no doubt, it is a war.

Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

How to Travel with Your Kayak: 9 Helpful Tips

Here are nine tips to help you conquer the not-so-romantic side of kayak transport and get you out on the water more efficiently.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

BBQ Wild Boar Soul Bowl with Macaroni and Cheese

A soul bowl is a BBQ bowl that is said to lift the food soul. This bowl is backed full of rich and creamy mac-n-cheese, black-eyed peas, slow-smoked boar, fried onions, green onions, and BBQ sauce.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

Bowfishing: What to Know Before You Go

Bowfish long enough, and you’ll realize the best and worst of times can happen in a hurry – even on the same night. You better be prepared. Here’s a look at what you need to know before you go on your next bowfishing trip.

Fishing, Gear, How-To, Bow

Braiding Sweetgrass: Bottomland Book Club

As someone who spends a lot of time outdoors, this book was a treasure trove of knowledge. It combines both Native American wisdom with lessons from nature in a way that sticks with you long after you put the book down.

Bottomland Book Club, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Bowhunting Bull Frogs

Frogs are most active during the summer months of June, July, and August. Being mostly night-active is why most frog hunters began hunting during late evenings, after dark, or throughout the night hours.

Small Game, How-To, Bow

Mossy Oak Properties Recognizes Inaugural Fist Full Of Dirt Award At 2022 Land Summit

Mossy Oak Properties, Inc. is pleased to announce that Mossy Oak Properties Tennessee Land and Farm has received its inaugural Fist Full of Dirt Award, which will recognize the Mossy Oak Properties office or individual who completes the best conservation themed service project throughout the calendar year.

Land Management, News, Mossy Oak Properties

Passing a Good Time with Guns, Dogs, Fly Rods, and Other Joys: Bottomland Book Club

Now, if you’re familiar with the name, I need not go into much detail on his ability to spin a story. If by chance, though, you are unfamiliar with him, it's safe to say you have missed out and I will attempt to give a little background.

Bottomland Book Club, Deer, Fishing

Offshore Fishing: Live Baiting for Tuna

Live baiting is usually the most productive method for catching yellowfin tuna. Some of the most common live baits used when tuna fishing in the gulf are threadfin herring, menhaden/pogies, blue runners/hardtails, and mullet. When choosing a live bait for tuna fishing, you want to “match the hatch.” Whatever the tuna are feeding on that time of year is the type of live bait you want to use. Tuna feed on different bait fish at

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, How-To

The Longest Silence: Bottomland Book Club

Lucky for us, the master observer and literary genius, Thomas McGuane, loves fishing in wild places – skillsets and adorations that produced one pure fishing book from him in 1999: The Longest Silence – A Life in Fishing.

Bottomland Book Club, Fishing, Mossy Oak Fishing

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Persimmon Seeds Forecasting Winter Weather

Most people have heard of the old wives tale of how to predict winter using persimmon seeds. Here's how to do it and what to look for!

Mossy Oak Companions, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries

How to Read a Pond to Quickly Find Fish

From weather considerations to depth, sunlight, and seasons, there are a number of factors that affect where you’re going to find fish in a pond.

Fishing, How-To

Best Bow Hunting Bows and Gear for 2025

Hunting with a bow is both simpler and more complicated. Your hunts themselves can feel simpler, quieter, more connected with the woods. And the fun thing is you're going to get to invest and gather gear that makes your time in the woods easier and more seamless. Here's some of the best bows, the best bino harnesses, the best clothes, and more that you can grab to improve your hunts this bow season. Best Bow

Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Predator, Gear, Bow

Persimmon Cheesecake Recipe

Beka Garris gives us her homemade recipe for an easy and delicious NY-style persimmon cheesecake full of that distinct persimmon flavor.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Best Bottomland Bows of 2025

The 2025 bow lineup has you covered, whether you’re chasing elk in the open country out west, whitetail deer in the tight confines of a treestand or ground blind in the east or stepping up to the tournament line in the off-season.

Deer

Bow Hunting over Early Season Food Sources

Early season bow hunters must not only understand the local food sources, but be able to pivot both strategies and stand locations in order to see success.

Deer, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, BioLogic

Backwoods Food Plot Prep: A Throw-and-Grow Guide That Actually Works

"This article walks through how I prep and plant throw-and-grow plots deep in the backwoods — where tractors can’t go and deer feel safest."

Deer, Conservation, Land Management, How-To, Video, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Labrador Heroes - 9/11 Rescue Dogs

Jake quickly arrived on site post 9/11 to help with the search and rescue process, and he spent 17 long days searching for survivors and human remains.

Dogs, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Paw Paw Tree Benefits | Mossy Oak

Ready to turn off the laptop and enjoy what nature provides? Mossy Oak gives you all you need to find the tasty fruit of the Paw-Paw tree.

Land Management, How-To, Nativ Nurseries

How to Grow Persimmon Trees

By better understanding the biology of persimmon and its importance for a wide variety of forest species, landowners can identify and manage this tree for game and nongame wildlife.

Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries, BioLogic

Jalapeño Wild Turkey Pockets

If you grew up loving Hot Pockets, you’re in luck. This recipe is delicious and a great way to use some of that turkey leg meat, too.

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

Tree Saddle Breakthroughs: Sit Easier, Stay Longer

Today’s mobile hunters prioritize comfort, efficiency, and lightweight gear, and the latest saddle innovations offer all three.

Deer

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