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How to Make a Rope Snare Trap
Know that you can catch small animals in a survival situation using a single piece of rope. Rope snare traps are common for game trappers and survivalists. Snare traps like these are simple to make, even when you're deep in the woods. Use a piece of nylon rope because it is stronger than rope made f
How to Use the Tracking in Hunting on "RuneScape"
Hunting is one of several skills with which players can equip their character in Jagex's online role-playing game "RuneScape." Like other in-game skills, Hunting is developed by practicing and perfecting the actions associated with that skill. For example, characters with the hunting skill can engag
What Are Clay Pigeons?
Clay pigeons are small discs, resembling saucers, used as targets for shooting sports and intended to simulate live game. Historically, these discs were made with clay, hence the name. Modern clay pigeons, however, are typically made of a material that is a combination of limestone and pitch. The us
H.S. Scent A Way Odorless Scent Control Kit Review
Review of Scent A Way Odorless Scent Control Kit by Hunter's Specialties. Contains Scent-A-Way spray, laundry detergent, dryer sheets, bar soap, and anti-perspirant.
How to Remove the Trigger Assembly
How to remove the trigger assembly from a Ruger 44 Magnum Carbine rifle.
San Juan Mountains Elk Hunting
Colorado's San Juan Mountains offer elk hunters plenty of opportunities during the fall. The Colorado Division of Wildlife estimates that more than 48,000 elk inhabited the area after the 2009 hunting season---16 percent of the state's entire elk population. Moreover, 13 percent of Colorado's 2009 e
DIY Elk Hunts
Hunting elk in the mountains of the West can be a trip of a lifetime. Do-it-yourself hunts, however, offer an opportunity to hunt elk without the price of an outfitter. Elk hunting success rates are typically around 20 percent, but Eddie Claypool, outdoor writer and bow hunter, says that refining yo
Elk Hunting in Northwest Colorado
In Colorado's northwestern counties, archery and rifle elk hunting is permitted for all licensed hunters, while muzzleloader rifle elk hunting is by draw only, with license winners announced annually in May.
How to European Mount Your Own Deer Head
After a successful hunt in which a buck is scored, many hunters like to keep a portion of the deer for mounting as a trophy. A European mount is a popular style of deer mount in which, rather than simply removing and mounting the antlers, the skull of the deer is stripped of all flesh and tissue, so
How to Make a Gourd Calabash Pipe
For fans of Sherlock Holmes, emulate your favorite detective by crafting your own calabash gourd pipe at home. Calabash gourds are native to Africa and may take some searching to track one down. You may have to order one on the Internet or you can search for African art that uses a calabash gourd. O
Turkey Hunting Lodges in Southern Alabama
The state of Alabama is known for its wild turkey population, with turkeys found throughout the state and available to hunt in the spring. Hunting lodges provide housing, guides, meals and other amenities for the turkey hunter. Whether planning an individual vacation or a trip with family or friends
How to Design Your Own Baseball Tee
Batting tees come in all shapes and sizes. Some are single-position tees, while others are movable to simulate different pitch positions at the plate. Some come with the ball attached to a string that is anchored to the batting tee, allowing for kids to practice in a backyard without fear of breakin
Deer Hunting in Eastern South Dakota
Eastern South Dakota offers a number of deer hunting opportunities. This area of rolling prairies east of the Missouri River is home to more than 100 glacial lakes, as well as river bottoms and bluffs. Hunters may hunt for both mule and whitetail deer.
Getting Your Archery Gear in Shape
Some tips and guidelines to help you prepare your bow, arrows, releases, etc for deer hunting season, by Russ Chastain
Top Shot Season 4 Debut: Motorcycle Sidecar Shootout
History Channel show Top Shot's Season 4 premiere introduced us to Michelle Viscusi, and sent 3 competitors home. By Russ Chastain
Goose Hunting in the Texas Panhandle
The Texas Panhandle is located in the northwestern corner of the state, and is part of the Texas Western Goose-Hunting Zone, one of two goose-hunting zones designated by the Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife.
Emily Caruso, Olympic Air Rifle Shooter
Profile of Olympic air rifle shooter Emily Caruso. Emily competed in the Olympics in 2004 and 2008 as a member of the USA Shooting women's air rifle team.
Definition of Boresight as it Pertains to Guns and Shooting
Definition of boresight as it pertains to guns and shooting. What is boresighting, and what is it good for? Find out here.
First Blood on a New Hunting Lease, Page Two
I'd worked on this hunting lease for more than six months before the season, just hoping I'd have some great hunting. Up until this hunt, it hadn't been so good...
Why People Shouldn't Kill Endangered Animals
Animal species are valuable to humans not only for the beauty and interest they provide to human culture, but also because they are of great value to humans from a medicinal, ecological, commercial and recreational standpoint. While there are many organizations whose members are working diligently t