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5 More Early Season Deer Hunting Tips

Using these 5 steps to help establish a solid foundation for the start of deer season is sure to help increase the chance of a successful fall harvest.

Deer, How-To, Bow

All the Time in the World: Bottomland Book Club

John Geirach is a beloved fly fishing author. Writer and fly fisherman Troy Basso reviews Geirach's "All the Time in the World" for our Bottomland Book Club review section.

Fishing, Bottomland Book Club, Mossy Oak Fishing

The Outlaw Gunner Book

One may question why we should acknowledge such a dark time in our history as hunters, but I firmly believe that we must always keep the past in focus, even if it's one that may be a bit ugly.

Bottomland Book Club

Tree Stand Harness Safety Tips

Tree stand safety equipment is the stuff you hope you’ll never need. But again, it’s insurance. When your time comes, you’ll be glad you paid the price to stay protected.

Deer, Gear, How-To

Nashville Hot Alligator Recipe

I have made the sauce much more sweet and milder so that you can truly enjoy the flavors and textures of deep fried alligator. Alligator meat is highly under-rated when it comes to the culinary possibilities.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

How to Pattern Bucks for Velvet Season

As seasons change, so do the deer. Patterning a buck during the summer is completely different than doing so in the fall.

Deer, How-To, Bow

How to Train a Squirrel Dog in 30 Days

Brodie Swisher tells us how he turned a young pup into a squirrel dog in 30 days.

Small Game, How-To

Kevin VanDam Fishing Career

Over the course of 33 seasons, he earned a record-setting 33 wins. He tied the record for Classic victories with four, double those of all but one other angler.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Fishing

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

How to Catch Mahi-Mahi Fish

Often called mahi-mahi to differentiate them from the mammal of the same name, dolphin are among the most popular gamefish found anywhere in the world.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Trout Unlimited: A Profile of Conservation

In the early 1960s, Trout Unlimited prepared its first policy statement on wild trout and persuaded the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to curtail trout stocking and begin managing for wild trout and healthy habitat.

Fishing, Conservation, Mossy Oak Fishing, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Waterfowl Retriever Training Tips

“Self-employed” in this context means that the dog decides he does not have to obey you, as the handler, because he knows what to do better than you do.

Small Game, Waterfowl, Dogs

A Profile of Judy Branham, Traditional Bowhunter

“Back during this time in Indiana it was quite a big deal for a woman to go out on her own and kill a deer, field dress it, get it to the weigh in station by herself."

Deer, Bow

Target Coastal Inlets For Late Summer Shark Fishing

For recreational shark anglers, the best place to find a 5, 6, even an 8-foot shark is a major coastal inlet.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Five Top Lures for Redfish

While live bait has always been a go-to for reds, there are times when artificial lures can outproduce the real thing.

Fishing, Gear, Mossy Oak Fishing

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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.

Turkey, How-To

Wild Turkey Diseases: Avian Pox and LPDV

As responsible hunters and gamekeepers, we can help turkeys by being vigilant for birds that appear ill, whether we’re observing them or admiring one up close after a successful hunt.

Turkey, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

River Cane Ecology and Canebrake Management for Wildlife

River cane is one such species that is both a striking deviation and a biologically-unique component of Southeastern forest and grassland habitats.

Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries

How Far is Too Far to Call in a Turkey?

Mossy Oak Prostaffer Donald Jarrett talks the fickle nature of turkeys and when to stick it out for a far off bird that’s having trouble making up his mind on whether or not to come your way.

Turkey

BBQ Turkey Loaded Fries

Put your turkey legs to good use with this excellent way to bbq and serve them.

Turkey, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Tailgate Talks: Mr. Walt's First Turkey at 91 Years Old

Mr. Walt's final bucket list item was to kill a wild turkey for the first time.

Turkey, Tailgate Talks, Video

Wild Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

The nice part about using ground turkey in Shepherd’s Pie is you can taste the wonderful flavor of the bird and never have to worry about it being tough or drying out. It is sure to be a hit with the whole family and is a great dish to make in advance to take to hunting camp.

Turkey, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

The History of Full Foliage

The fifth pattern, Full Foliage, which was released in 1991, is making a comeback 36 years after its initial release.

Turkey, Deer

Top 3 Turkey Trail Camera Locations

There’s not much more exciting than seeing a longbeard walk by your trail camera and you finally get eyes on your target. Here’s some spots where you’re most likely to catch a glimpse.

Turkey

The Evolution of the Mossy Oak Turkey Vest

Daniel and Neill Haas write up the history of Mossy Oak's most storied product: the turkey vest.

Turkey, Gear

Targeting Bass Through Every Stage of the Spawn

As spring sets in and temperatures begin to warm, bass anglers across the country are gearing up for that special time known simply as the spawn.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Turtlebox Now Available in FULL FOLIAGE

The popular and well-loved outdoor speaker brand TURTLEBOX and Mossy Oak are announcing their second-ever collaboration with the Mossy Oak Full Foliage speaker. The new Full Foliage Turtlebox speaker pictured among iconic, old Mossy Oak Full Foliage pieces. Full Foliage is an ode to that big spring green-up and the re-awakening of the earth. And when word got out that Mossy Oak was planning to re-release the infamous Full Foliage pattern, a hugely popular find

Turkey, Gear

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