How to Make Rattling Antlers: Finding New Purpose for Old Racks Author Brodie Swisher breaks down how he turned some of the sun-bleached mounts or smaller antlers hiding out in the garage into functional tools. Read More Deer, How-To
Bacon Wrapped Venison Bites These smoked venison bites are full of mouth-watering flavor and are great to serve as an appetizer or to use as a complete meal itself. Read More Deer, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery
Bucketlisters: The Archipelago: Hunting Sea Ducks in Alaska Story and photography by Mossy Oak's talented photographer Rob Kinney The Alexander Archipelago is a 300-hundred-mile-long chain of islands lying off the southeastern coast of Alaska. Amidst the dense evergreen forests and rapid tides of the fjords you’ll find some of the most wild and most beautiful duck hunting you can imagine. Thousands of miles away from home, new friends become “instant old friends” around the shared bond of waterfowl. My favorite trips almost always Read More Waterfowl, Bucket List Trips
Charles Grubbs: Duck Call Pioneer Charles Grubbs is arguably one the earliest pioneers of modern duck calls. Read More Waterfowl
Waterfowl Population Surveys: How Wildlife Managers Assess Waterfowl Populations Among the most important components involved in calculating how many birds can and will be taken in a given year is the annual waterfowl population surveys. Read More Waterfowl, Conservation, Land Management
Wild Boar Bacon and Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe If you're looking for a creative wild boar recipe, here's a new take on the salty-and-sweet combo. Read More Predator, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery
Cold Weather Food Options for Hungry Whitetails Gamekeepers who have taken a few extra steps in preparation for the hard times of the post rut and tough, cold winters have seen the benefits that improving body condition can have on antler growth the following year. Read More Deer, Conservation, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, BioLogic
Tom Turpin: Hall of Fame Duck Call Maker If there was ever a Duck Call Maker’s Hall of Fame, Tom Turpin from Memphis, Tennessee would be in the first induction class. Read More Waterfowl
The History of the Legendary Bayou Meto WMA The crown jewel of the nearly 50 publicly accessible green tree reservoir hunting area is the famed George H. Dunklin, Jr. Bayou Meto Wildlife Management Area (WMA) south of Stuttgart. Read More Waterfowl, Land Management
Wild Boar Bacon Grilled Cheese and Tomato Bisque Recipe Using wild game in your normal everyday dishes elevates everything to a different level; plus, you know exactly where the bacon you're eating came from. Here's a simple wild hog recipe that will make everyone in your household happy. Read More Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild
Calling Raccoons with Electronic Calls Raccoon hunting has evolved significantly over the years, with modern hunters employing advanced techniques to increase their chances of success. One such innovation that has gained popularity is the use of electronic calls. Read More Predator, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers
A Guide to Predator Hunting in the Snow When a predator caller understands the habits and movements of the elusive coyote in the snow-covered terrain, they can often enhance their skills and contribute to season-long success as a predator caller. Read More Predator, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers
Protecting Your Dog from Deadly Temperature Extremes Learn how to spot the signs of hypothermia and hyperthermia, and tips for protecting your dog. Read More Waterfowl, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Kennels
Winter Crappie Fishing Patterns For areas whose waters don’t freeze over during the winter, January and February can be one of the best times of the year to seek out crappie, particularly if your goal is slab sized fish. Read More Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing
Winter Effects on Wild Turkeys Many hunters get focused on spring, but winter and how wild turkeys get through it really matters. Read More Turkey, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers
Is the 20-Gauge the Perfect Turkey Gun? Read on for a look at why the 20-gauge shotgun has grown to be a new favorite among turkey hunters across the country each spring. Read More Turkey, Gear, Firearm
Overcoming Early Turkey Season Obstacles The early season provides some unique challenges to the turkey hunter, like cold weather, little to no foliage, and henned up gobblers. Read More Turkey, How-To
Spring Assessment of Native Warm Season Grasses As spring progresses and soil temperatures increase, many of the native grassland plantings that we have been working on over the past several years are starting to show signs of life. Read More Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries
The Earliest Known Diaphragm Calls "With turkey hunting having deep roots in several locations across the country, we will likely never know where the diaphragm call got its start. I've heard many accounts of locals in different regions inventing the simple device we know today as the diaphragm call." Read More Turkey
Deli-Style Smoked Wild Turkey Sandwich Creating a deli-style sandwich out of wild turkey breasts is a game changer. Read More Turkey, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery
Reviving Small Game Hunting: A Closer Look at its Decline and Potential Resurgence Many hunters, including myself, experienced small game hunting, such as rabbit or squirrel hunting, as their first hunting experience. Watch Now Small Game, Video
Evening Turkey Hunting: Sunset Success While morning turkey hunts are a beloved tradition for many hunters, there's a unique thrill to be found in pursuing these elusive birds during the last hours of the day as the sun sets on the horizon. Read More Turkey, How-To
How to Hunt New England Turkeys Traveling farther north though on the interstates of 95, 91, and 93 will take you deep into the Eastern wild turkey’s wild country of New England. Read More Turkey, How-To
Soil Sampling for Successful Food Plots and Wildlife Plantings If we want to grow wildlife crops that grow as well as row crops like corn and soybeans, then habitat managers should pay attention to soil sampling and fertilizing according to lab results. Read More Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries, BioLogic
Why You Should Rabbit Hunt Rabbit hunting is a thrilling activity for both new and seasoned hunters. In this article, we’ll cover a few reasons why you should rabbit hunt. Read More Small Game
Rabbit Hunting Rookies: What You Need to Know Hunting rabbits is a great time and great foundation to introduce folks to the hunting lifestyle. We talk gear, running dogs, location, and more. Read More Small Game, How-To
Shop Affordable and Easily Accessible Turkey Gear at Walmart Get your head-to-toe turkey hunting essentials at Walmart. Read More Turkey, Gear