hunting

Fall Colors

Posted in category fishing, hunting, releases with 0 comments on September 17, 2014

For obvious reasons, fall is our favorite season.

Here’s a handy infographic for all of you planning an outing to watch the changing colors this season. A few parts of the country should start seeing some fall colors coming up in late September! Never a better time for hunting and fishing!

Infographic via Roadtrippers

Laura Francese: Ambassador, Huntress, Lady of Character

Posted in category hunting, releases with 0 comments on September 15, 2014

Laura Francese

Thanks so much to Laura Francese for taking the time to answer some questions. I first interviewed Laura about four years ago over on Desert Rat Outdoors, another part of the OutdoorHub family. In a post-interview conversation with Laura, I mentioned what a tremendous ambassador she is for the industry and a great role model too—especially for younger folks like my teenage daughter. After following Laura all these years she remains honest, charitable, approachable, and scandal-free. We need more like her!

The Desert Rat: It’s been 4 years since I first interviewed you! It looks like you have a lot going on. You’re doing some cool things. What’s a day in the life of Laura like?

Laura Francese: I’ve been busy as usual...

View from a tent

Posted in category fishing, hunting, releases with 1 comment on September 10, 2014

“I’ve never crawled out through a tent door and not had an incredible day.” – Cort Muller

Photo by Angel Janer

There’s still some good camping time left in 2014. We’re planning our trips – what about you?

To get you into the spirit, we found some pretty awesome photos. Check out 15 Reasons Why You Will Never Regret Sleeping in a Tent.

Basic Bow Hunting Advice

Posted in category hunting, releases with 0 comments on September 5, 2014

Hunting season is almost upon us, and whether you are interested in bagging turkey, deer, elk, bear, or all of the above, you will need to gear up and get ready for another season of productive and successful hunting fun.

And what requires more preparation than bow hunting? Over the years, archery has become increasingly popular due to the innate challenges that this type of hunting provides. Far more than rifle hunting, bow hunting takes a greater level of skill and preparation to hunt and kill your intended game, and if you’re new to bow hunting or are getting back into it after a hiatus, here are some basic tips to help you out.

1. Know Your Bow – Are you new to bow hunting, or a rusty veteran who needs to work out the kinks? If so, familiarize, or re-familiarize, yourself with your wea...