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Catfish Noodling Instructions
Noodling for catfish is a very old technique for fishing. It does not require special equipment although skill is always a plus. The angler should always plan on getting wet in the process of noodling for catfish. Since the catfish sought by most noodlers is the flathead catfish, sometimes called a
How to Make Weights Out of PVC Pipe
Gym memberships can be expensive and so is the equipment many use to fill out their home gyms. While there's an inherent safety factor to consider, making your own fitness gear from scratch is an option, with homemade weights being a fairly simple task that can provide an exhaustive resistance worko
How to Assemble the Most Useful North American Hunting Rifle Battery on a Tight Budget
One rifle does not a battery make - An all-around rifle can be best described as one rifle that will do a wide range of hunting tasks when called upon. What an all-around rifle chambered for a single caliber can never be, is the best tool for each and every hunting task we expect it to accomplish. &
How to Identify North American Animal Tracks
With hundreds of animal species stalking though the forests, deserts and plains of North America, identifying animal tracks can be a difficult venture. Every animal species, from birds to mammals, reptiles to amphibians, leaves behind a signature impression in dirt and mud that can be deciphered wit
How to Mount Deer Skull Caps
Deer skull mounts are growing in popularity in American homes. This may stem from the fact that deer skull caps allow hunters to show off their trophy without mounting an entire deer head on the wall. Deer skulls have been a popular decoration in European homes since the early 1700s. The skull cap i
Right Now Range Portable Cardboard Target System Review
This folding cardboard target system is pre-printed with bullseye targets and offers places to put reactive targets like cans, bottles, clay pigeons, etc.
Colorado Elk Hunt 2009
Colorado elk hunting 2009 - My first experience hunting elk in Colorado was interesting and eventful, and I really enjoyed hunting with Larry Osborn of Triple O Outfitters. This hunt included five full days of new sights and sensations!
Deer Hunting in Kentucky
The Kentucky Department of Wildlife has spent years managing the state's deer herd, and it has succeeded. In 2009, more than 115,000 deer were harvested and state officials encourage hunters to keep hunting to help control the population. Deer season is in the fall and there are many options, from n
How to Attach a Texas Deer Mount to Wood
When a prize buck is scored, with an impressive rack of long multi-pronged antlers, many hunters like to mount the buck as a memento of their hunting excursion. A popular brand of mounting is the Texas mount, also known as the European mount, where the flesh of the buck is removed from the skull, wh
South Dakota Whitetail Deer Hunting
South Dakota is perhaps best known for bird and antelope hunting, but it is also a great place for whitetail deer hunting. While South Dakota does not produce as many Boone and Crockett class bucks as some neighboring states, South Dakota does register a number of entries each year. Whitetail deer p
How to Shoot a Hunting Bow
While some hunters choose to take advantage of as much new technology as they can, there is another group that opts for a more traditional hunt. Oftentimes, those people opt to hunt with bows and arrows. Far from simply pointing at an animal and pulling the trigger, archery hunters must be practiced
How to Reduce UV Reflection on Hunting Clothing
Dedicated hunters focus on scent control but few consider the benefits of reducing UV (ultraviolet) reflection on their hunting clothing. Deer and turkeys have terrific eyesight and can detect the specific wavelengths of light produced by clothing with UV brighteners. Using techniques to reduce the
How to Make a Sand Crab Trap
Rather than digging furiously into the sand in between each wave to catch one sand crab, you can easily catch more using a sand crab trap. Sand crab traps use wire mesh rather than your fingers to sift through sand and water to find hidden crabs. They can be purchased at tackle shops, or you can mak
How to Make a Snare for Catching Rodents
The snare is a useful trap for rodents. The simple noose is set on a rodent trail or baited to attract rodents. The loop cinches around the rodent as it passes through the noose and it holds it in place. The snare is deadly when it catches the rodent by the neck, but it may also trap an outer extrem
Definition of Slug, Shotgun Slug, Rifle Slug, Etc
Definition of slug as it pertains to guns and shooting. What is a slug, and what is it good for? Find out here.
Saskatchewan Hunting Rules
Saskatchewan is a popular place to hunt in Canadacanada map image by Vladislav Gajic from Fotolia.comSaskatchewan is very popular amongst hunters. According to the Government of Saskatchewan's website, each year approximately $107.5 million, or eight percent of the total tourist spending,...
How to Hunt Deer in Hardwoods
Hardwood trees are found throughout the United States and provide a favorable habitat for deer of all species. Whitetail deer can be found in the northern and eastern parts of the country, among maples and birches, while Blacktail deer live under the cover of alders and poplars in the northwest. Aco
How to Build a Deer Hunting Stand
Deer hunting from a stand allows the hunter to blend in with the natural environment much more easily than does hunting from the ground. Deer will immediately detect the slightest movement on the ground, but they are much less attuned to the possibility of a threat from above. A stand can also provi
Parts of a Hunting Crossbow
CrossbowMen crossbow shooting image by Igor Zhorov from Fotolia.comThe crossbow is small bow that shoots short, dart-like arrows and is held like a gun. This weapon has helped those who love the thrill of bow hunting, but cannot pull back a bow due to disability, age or strength, continue...
Gun Review: Colt Frontier Scout 62 22 Magnum Single Action Revolver
The Scout line of Colt revolvers was made from the 1950s until 1970, and offered high quality and old-west charm. Introduction and the left side of the gun.