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Some men are mere hunters; others are turkey hunters. —Archibald Rutledge Turkey hunting is a thrilling and challenging sport that has been practiced for centuries. It requires skill, patience, and a deep understanding of the habits and behavior of wild turkeys. In this article, we will explore the basics of turkey hunting, including the equipmentContinue reading “Turkey Hunting: A Guide to the Thrill of the Hunt”

Tuning a compound bow is an essential step in archery that ensures accuracy, consistency, and precision. A well-tuned bow can make a significant difference in shooting accuracy and is an important step for archers to undertake. In this essay, we will discuss the various components and steps involved in tuning a compound bow. Components ofContinue reading “Starting Off Right in Archery”

Paper tuning is an additional step that can be taken to ensure that the bow is shooting accurately. It involves shooting an arrow through a sheet of paper and analyzing its hole pattern to determine any adjustments that need to be made. To paper tune a compound bow, follow these steps: By paper tuning theContinue reading “Paper Tuning Your Bow”

The ultimate victory in competition is derived from the inner satisfaction of knowing that you have done your best and that you have gotten the most out of what you had to give. Howard Cosell Archery is an increasingly popular sport that requires skill, dedication, and practice. If you’re interested in trying your hand atContinue reading “Step To The Line: Competing in Archery”

For sheer enjoyment and unparalleled excitement, archery hunting is unsurpassed. There’s nothing like the thrill of tracking and pursuing a wild animal, of drawing the bow, and of releasing the arrow in the (hopefully) correct direction. It truly is an experience like no other. It was only natural that I, a passionate and dedicated bowContinue reading “California Guided Archery Hunt”

I had heard stories of archery hunting since I was a young boy, stories of brave hunters using bows and arrows to take down massive game. Now, here I was, halfway up the mountain, bow in hand and arrow nocked, to take part in this timeless tradition. The crisp mountain air was biting, but invigorating.Continue reading “A Reflection on Archery Hunting”

I was excited and a bit intimidated. I had a few hunting stories from Grandpa to draw on, but no one was there to show me the ropes. I anxiously checked my rifle, supplies, and bag of provisions. It wasn’t long before I was setting off into the woods in hunt of a trophy buck.Continue reading “A September Tradition”

It had been weeks since I set out on my hunting trip, traversing the thick wilderness of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The only company I had was the occasional wildlife that I encountered, mostly harmless creatures like deer and squirrels that shared the land with me. But I was here for a much more toweringContinue reading “A Canadian Thing”

I’m a weirdo magnet, but I’m handling it better than I used to. Brian Molko 3000 feet of elevation up; 200 feet down in a steep gnarly draw; and 5 miles back, you would expect to be alone in the elk woods on a Monday morning at 6 am. Not me! I have this uncannyContinue reading “Potheads and Sasquatch in The Elk Woods”

A true conservationist is a man who knows that the world is not given by his fathers but borrowed from his children. -John James Audubon (If you want to do more for our hunting rights, go here: http://www.howlforwildlife.org ) Hunting is that great tradition which connects humanity to its creation. It binds us to theContinue reading “A Hunter’s Right and Responsibility”