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Selecting Oaks for Bottomland Habitat Improvement

Among the red oaks that are most important in bottomland stands in the Southeast are pin oak, water oak, cherrybark oak, Nuttall oak, willow oak and Shumard oak.

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

Cicada Life Cycles and Stages

Periodical cicadas have an incredibly fascinating journey through life; they are among the longest living bug species, for one, and for another, they spend the overwhelming majority of their life creating tunnels and living underneath the earth, waiting exactly 13 or 17 years for their emergence. 2024 proves to be an especially fascinating year, as for the first time since 1803 the Broods XIX and XIII will emerge at the same time. To underline the

Turkey, Fishing, Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Predator, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Fishing, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Mother's Day Gift Guide for Hunting and Fishing Moms

Whether she's the mother of your children, or your mother who gave you her love of the outdoors, Mother's Day is a holiday that gives you a great excuse to celebrate the mother in your life. Here's some ideas to help you celebrate the outdoor-loving mom in a way she'll love. Tribe Kelley Greenleaf Butter Hoodie $140 Tribe Kelley is a hugely popular athleisure and comfort-wear brand that women across the country are loving. Especially

Turkey, Fishing, Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Predator, Gear

How to Clean and Maintain Your Mouth Call

Whether your turkey season is nearing an end, or you’re just getting started, take the time to ensure your favorite mouth calls last longer than a mere single season.

Turkey, How-To

Dave Owens Turkey Calling Series: Comprehensive Sequences and Strategic Tips

Dave Owens from Pinhoti Project is a great friends of ours. But most importantly, he's a GREAT turkey caller and hunter.

Turkey, Fishing, How-To, Video

Mossy Oak Wild Turkey Stamp

Enthusiastic and caring turkey hunters have contributed to research and conservation projects around the country through Gamekeeper Grants.

Turkey, Conservation, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Mossy Oak’s Wild Turkey Stamp Funds LPDV Disease Research

The 2022 Mossy Oak Wild Turkey Stamp raised approximately $100,000. The company then turned to their trusted friend, Dr. Mike Chamberlain, a renowned wild turkey researcher, for advice on where to donate the proceeds.

Turkey, Conservation, Land Management, News, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Fishing with Wind - Windy Fish Tips

There are a few tricks of the trade that can help you make the best of that spring front and even be quite successful.

Fishing

Squarebill Crankbaits Fishing

Over the years, square bills have been responsible for winning loads of tournaments along with a bunch of world championships.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Fishing

Run and Gun Turkey Hunting

The run and gun strategy is a popular one and can be a hugely effective one.

Turkey, How-To

Late Morning Turkey Hunting Tips

Hunting “up in the day” is not only productive, but sometimes has its advantages.

Turkey

Spring Deer - Scouting for Whitetail

One of the most consistent observations made by seasoned whitetail hunters is the pivotal role that spring scouting plays in shaping the success of the next hunting season.

Deer, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Fighting Gobbler and Wild Turkeys

Having two gobblers fight over you is a pretty great feeling. But here's how you should be prepared for the situation.

Turkey, Big Game, Mossy Oak

Turkey Leg Breakdown

Here are step-by-step instructions with pictures to detail how to break down a turkey leg.

Turkey, How-To, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

How to Start Vegetable Seeds Indoors

By Beka Garris Theirs is nothing like the smell of damp earth And plants as you step inside a greenhouse and inhale every scent that is spring. I look forward to it every year, detouring every trip in town to whatever local feed store I find, just to look at plants. I love to garden and plant things…and to be honest there are worse addictions. In past years I have spent quite a few dollars

Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries

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Top 7 Non-Food Plot Plantings for Deer

Paul Annear Whitetail food plots get a lot of love in the land management space. Deer hunters everywhere spent countless hours planning their next food plot rotation. Grinding away on a humid summer day just to plant and create a whitetail haven where deer feed and can be hunted is rewarding and fun. But there are more permanent food sources you could be missing out on. A lot of whitetail management fads come and go.

Deer, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, BioLogic

How to Maintain Your Summer Clover

Paul Annear It’s hard to beat the attraction of a lush field of well maintained clover. In most of the U.S. clover is attractive right out of the ground and hardy blends like Non-Typical Clover stay green deep into November, even in the upper Midwest. Clovers are the most popular food plot planting for a reason. Deer love clover, and its easy to establish without large equipment. To keep from weeds taking over your clover

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

Fly Fishing for Bream

Phillip Gentry When most people think of fly fishing, the image that comes to mind is the silhouette of a wader clad angler plying the bubbling waters of some cold mountain stream. Others may envision an iridescent Caribbean sand flat with an angler on the deck of a sleek flats boat trying to temp a shadow drifting through the saltwater. As many fly-casting fans have discovered, just about any type of fish species that can

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Red Snapper: Tips and Tactics for an American Favorite

Bart K. Davis One of the most sought-after gamefish from the Carolinas to the Gulf, red snapper are experiencing a resurgence like few other species. Thanks to careful management and tighter harvest limits over the past two decades, populations have bounced back strong—and with that recovery has come a new golden age of snapper fishing. They truly are the American snapper. With their fiery red flanks and powerful strikes, red snapper are everything anglers want

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Fishing

Fishing the Emerald Coast: Destin’s Inshore and Offshore Action

Bart K. Davis Destin, Florida, isn’t called “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village” for nothing. Tucked along the Emerald Coast in the Florida Panhandle, and with easy access to the Gulf of Mexico, this bustling beach town offers a year-round buffet of saltwater action. From sight-casting to redfish in skinny water to battling cobia just outside the pass, Destin is a dream destination for saltwater anglers. These tips and techniques will help you make the most

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Flounder Fever: Top Techniques for Catching Flatfish on the East Coast

Bart K. Davis If you’ve ever felt the unmistakable thump of a flounder strike on the end of your line, you know the thrill of targeting these delicious and elusive flatfish. Found along the entire Atlantic seaboard, flounder are a favorite target for inshore anglers. But landing these ambush predators consistently takes more than luck, something I learned growing up on the marshes and sounds of southeastern North Carolina. Fortunately, these tips and techniques will

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Fishing

Keep Those Shooting Skills Sharp by Whistle Pig Hunting

Mark Fike It is summer, but hunting season is not far off. Keep those shooting skills sharp and make a farmer or gardener happy by hunting whistle pigs! Whistle pigs, aka groundhogs, are a common sight along highways, in farm fields, and unfortunately in gardens and backyard flower beds. These varmints readily adapt to living in close proximity to humans and quickly learn when danger lurks nearby. Growing up in Virginia we always had a

Small Game, Predator, How-To, Firearm

Popular Calibers for Hunting Deer

What are the most popular calibers for whitetail deer, not the best caliber, not my favorites, but just popular? That should be easy. Just call all the ammunition manufacturers and ask them to list their top ten.

Deer, Firearm

Smoked Wild Turkey & Alabama BBQ Sauce Sandwich

We're always looking for new ways to eat a wild turkey; smoking them is always a great and flavorful option.

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

Hot Honey Salmon Mac n' Cheese with Crispy Fried Onions

This dish combines the best of both worlds: sweet and spicy salmon bites nestled on a creamy, malty mac n' cheese, all topped with a delightful crunch.

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

Classic Backyard Smoked Venison Brats

When I think of classic backyard cookouts, I think of throwing hamburgers, hot dogs, or brats on a grill for my family and friends.

Deer, Wild Game Recipes, Mossy Oak, Ingredient Wild

Retriever Training: Steady to Shot and Flush

Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Kennels Head Trainer Bill Gibson walks us through the importance of a steady dog in the field and how to train one up to be steady.

Waterfowl, Dogs, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Kennels

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