News Breaker
Federal duck stamp price increase in effect for 2015-16 season
For the first time since 1991, hunters will have to shell out a little more cash to buy a federal duck stamp this season.[…]
Hunting
Hunting
Opinion: Is the ‘Cecil the lion controversy’ hurting hunters?
If you have a TV, radio or social media account, chances are you’ve heard about Cecil the lion by now. […]
Hunting
Bullitt’s accused shooter: ‘Heat of the moment’ reaction
A preliminary hearing Monday in the case of a man accused of shooting a Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agent at Wham Break in May included the alleged gunman’s statement to authorities the night he was captured, a newspaper has reported. […]
Columns
Bear recovery has far-ranging benefits
I don’t know many outdoorsmen who would argue against habitat management. We all want more forests to support more deer, squirrels, turkeys and rabbits. We all want to protect our marshes so we can watch swarms of ducks cup into a spread of dekes.[…]
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Grand River hammers — Expert frogging tips
“Now that’s a hammer there,” rumbled the 35-year-old man as he closed the boat in on a turbo-sized bullfrog sitting on a rare piece of exposed bank. […]
Hunting
The Side-by-Side
Sportsman’s Condo has released their take on a tri-pod style blind that can be customized to fit a hunter’s needs. The unique design provides a strong, long lasting platform for outdoor concealment with multiple configurations possible.[…]
Hunting
Meopta
When hunting in challenging low-light conditions, Meopta’s MeoPro optics deliver clear images when it matters most. Meopta’s Newest 1-inch MeoPro riflescopes include the 3-9×40, 3-9×40 R/M, 4.5-14×44 and 4.5-14×50 models with various reticle options.[…]
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Farson Blade
Fremont Knives continues to expand its product offerings with the Farson Blade, a more durable, one-of-a-kind knife that also has the functionality of a hatchet.[…]
Hunting
Lethal
Lethal has just produced a game changer in scent elimination technology by creating a product that every hunter has demanded for years, a scent free bug spray. This bug spray is more effective than DEET and has no scent.[…]
Hunting
Kingston Armory
Kingston Armory has created an exact replica of the M1 Garand in a .22 caliber file. This isn’t standard .22 that attempts to resemble military rifles; the sights are National Match Garand, which really takes this gun to a whole new level.[…]
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Outdoor medicine — How hunting and fishing saved one young cancer patient
The distinctive shriek of a turkey echoed across rolling hills, meant to act as a bid of courtship to nearby hens. But instead, the gobbler’s vocals worked as a beacon, notifying a nearby hunting party that it was in the area. […]
News Breaker
Zuschlag named DU Ambassador to Conservation
Richard Zuschlag received the inaugural state chairman’s Ambassador to Conservation award during the state convention in Lafayette, according to a release from Ducks Unlimited.[…]
Hunting
Bowie Outfitters
Your Bow Hunting Headquarters![…]
Hunting
Two Louisiana men sentenced for killing black bear, multiple deer in Avoyelles Parish
Two Louisiana men were sentenced in the Avoyelles 12th Judicial District Court last month in connection with incidents on the Grand Lake Rod and Gun Club back in October of 2013, according to a press release.[…]
Columns
Panthers: Are they for real?
I always enjoy a good, spirited discussion about an interesting topic, and how much more interesting and controversial could a discussion be than one centered around the existence of large cats — panthers, mountain lions or maybe you prefer to call them cougars — in Mississippi and its neighboring states?[…]
Apex Predator
Apex Predator: Year-long Hog Wash Tournament starts Sept. 20
If you like hog hunting, eating pork and competing in tournaments, great news: Louisiana’s first year-long hog tournament begins soon. […]