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How to Choose the Best Times to Fish

How to Choose the Best Times to Fish

The best time to go fishing is whenever you can. While that old maxim has merit and speaks to the value of fishing just for the fun of it, there are…
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This Year’s Best Turkey Loads for Spring Gobblers

This Year’s Best Turkey Loads for Spring Gobblers

Time was that hunters went after gobblers with No. 2 lead shot and whatever shotgun they owned. And for those just getting in to turkey hunting,…
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Make The Most Of The Trout Fishing Opener

Make The Most Of The Trout Fishing Opener

There is a misconception that fly-fishing has taken over trout fishing and that if you’re not toting a whippy seven-foot rod and looking to…
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10 Best Bass Waters Off The Beaten Path

10 Best Bass Waters Off The Beaten Path

The names of some bass fisheries resonate with anglers on a national scale: Okeechobee, Kentucky Lake, Guntersville, Havasu, Clear Lake, Lake Fork,…
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Antler Hikes—A Fun, New Way to Day Hike with Kids

Antler Hikes—A Fun, New Way to Day Hike with Kids

Taking your family on an antler hike puts a new twist on spring day hikes and sharpens everyone’s abilities to observe what’s around them…
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5 Great Early-Spring Camping Destinations

5 Great Early-Spring Camping Destinations

Spring may be just around the corner, but many parts of the country are only now starting to thaw out from a long, cold winter. If you’re…
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4 new ways to tag public-land turkeys right now

4 new ways to tag public-land turkeys right now

Hunters who consistently kill turkeys on public land each year have adapted their own set of tactics through trial and error. After five years of…
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Best Tips for Catching Spring Bass Right Now!

Best Tips for Catching Spring Bass Right Now!

Bass are America’s favorite sportfish and also the most accessible. Whether they’re the largemouth, spotted or smallmouth variety, bass…
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This Year’s Best Luxury Camping Items for Spring and Summer

This Year’s Best Luxury Camping Items for Spring and Summer

Picture this camping scene: you wake up from a night sleeping peacefully under the stars and reach for a cup of joe, but instead of cowboy coffee,…
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5 Energizing Hikes in Georgia

5 Energizing Hikes in Georgia

Mother Nature is the queen of bringing you back to your senses. Georgia boasts some truly immaculate natural scenery—among the very best in the…
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10 Tips for Safely Riding ATVs

10 Tips for Safely Riding ATVs

ATVs—shorthand for “all terrain vehicles”—are one way to explore areas of land that you might not otherwise be able to…
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Pack Your Backpack the Right Way in 5 Easy Steps

Pack Your Backpack the Right Way in 5 Easy Steps

Learning how to properly pack a backpack is a true art form that every outdoor enthusiast should master. Whether you’re heading into the…
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SPOTLIGHT: Things to Do in and Around Unicoi State Park

SPOTLIGHT: Things to Do in and Around Unicoi State Park

Georgia’s picturesque scenery and abundance of outdoor activities make it a prime vacation destination for all ages. It doesn’t cost much…
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10 Tips For Going Ultralight on the Trail

10 Tips For Going Ultralight on the Trail

One of the hottest trends in hiking and backpacking over the past few years has been the shift toward going ultralight on the trail. Typically, this…
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5 Beautiful Scenic Hikes in Georgia

5 Beautiful Scenic Hikes in Georgia

Georgia’s diverse natural beauty is as good as, if not better than, any state in the nation. Between the incredible rivers, lakes, forests,…
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The Essential Gear You Need When Riding ATVs

The Essential Gear You Need When Riding ATVs

ATVs are off-road vehicles, designed to allow access to trails and other hard-to-reach areas. The earliest designs from the 1970s were three-wheeled.…
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5 Great Hiking Trails in Georgia

5 Great Hiking Trails in Georgia

Georgia has no shortage of natural beauty. The Peach State is home to the Blue Ridge Mountains, which cover the northern part of the state. The…
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How Five Top Archers Got Their Start

How Five Top Archers Got Their Start

Have you ever watched a professional archer shoot a brilliant set of arrows, and wondered how they did it? We asked five top archers how they started…
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5 Awesome Trail Running Spots in Georgia

5 Awesome Trail Running Spots in Georgia

There’s something special about venturing off the road and into the midst of Mother Nature for a good run. Sure, terrain is often…
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Top 10 Tips for Camping Beginners

Top 10 Tips for Camping Beginners

Here’s the picture:  you’re sitting around a campfire, roasting weenies and telling ghost stories as the night closes in around you.…
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Making the Most out of Tugaloo State Park

Making the Most out of Tugaloo State Park

When it comes to natural beauty, Georgia’s got the best of both beach and mountains to satisfy anyone who appreciates the great outdoors. Just…
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10 EASY FISHING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS

10 EASY FISHING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS

For most of us, fishing conjures up images of a lazy day on the water, occasionally reeling in some finned beauties which are then proudly displayed…
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10 Essential Camping Skills

10 Essential Camping Skills

Do you know these 10 essential camping skills? Learn them and they are bound to improve all your…
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Setting up your campsite: Understanding the basics

Setting up your campsite: Understanding the basics

The end of the trail is near, at least for today. As you walk into your campsite and remove your pack from your back, the breeze feels good after a…
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Choosing the right hunting knife

Choosing the right hunting knife

Hunting knives come in a mind-boggling array of shapes and sizes. New hunters often think a 10-inch Bowie-style survival knife is all they need to…
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5 Best Birdwatching Hikes in Georgia

5 Best Birdwatching Hikes in Georgia

In Georgia, it’s not uncommon to see several different species of birds on a daily basis. The Peach State is brimming with hundreds of bird…
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9 Best Winter Cabin Camping Spots in Georgia

9 Best Winter Cabin Camping Spots in Georgia

Camping season doesn’t end when winter comes knocking in Georgia. In fact, some may argue that cold weather heralds the beginning of the best…
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Camping Done Right: 7 Essential Outdoor Stores in Georgia

Camping Done Right: 7 Essential Outdoor Stores in Georgia

Georgia has long been known as a camper’s favorite destination, which is probably why you’ll find so many outdoor stores dedicated to the…
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10 Amazingly Affordable Ski Resorts for Spring Break

10 Amazingly Affordable Ski Resorts for Spring Break

Large ski resorts boasting high-speed quad chairs, multiple dining venues, and scenic ski base villages aren’t the only option for your spring…
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5 Awesome Campgrounds for Families in Georgia

5 Awesome Campgrounds for Families in Georgia

With over 60 state parks and even more private sites, Georgian families have a cornucopia of fantastic campground options. Whether you prefer camping…
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5 Amazing Winter Hikes to Take Right Now!

5 Amazing Winter Hikes to Take Right Now!

If you’re one of those hikers or backpackers who puts away your outdoor gear for the winter, you really are missing out on one of the most…
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Predator Hunting—How To Get Started The Easy Way

Predator Hunting—How To Get Started The Easy Way

It’s February, and the first turkey seasons are still weeks away. If you don’t have frozen water where you live, then you can’t…
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4 Easy Ways To Winterize Your Truck

4 Easy Ways To Winterize Your Truck

When the snow flies, everyone knows it’s best to slow down and follow the recommended safe-driving tips to avoid ending up in a snowbank…
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Gear Up To Become A Master Outdoor Chef

Gear Up To Become A Master Outdoor Chef

There was a time when camp food for a weekend overnight revolved around hot dogs, canned goods, and tasteless dehydrated dinners. Fortunately, those…
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Florida Fun: Fish Your Way From Disney World To Tampa

Florida Fun: Fish Your Way From Disney World To Tampa

It’s Winter. For those in northern states that means cold and snow—the kind of weather you want to escape from. Maybe you’ve been…
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How to Get Started with Winter Camping

How to Get Started with Winter Camping

For many experienced outdoorsmen and women, the very idea of winter camping sounds terrifying. After all, the idea of spending the entire time…
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Winter Hiking—5 Time-Tested Tips For Staying Warm

Winter Hiking—5 Time-Tested Tips For Staying Warm

One of the best things about hiking is that it is an outdoor activity that you can do all year long. So why is that so many avid hikers hang up their…
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How To Catch More Winter Bass And Walleyes Right Now!

How To Catch More Winter Bass And Walleyes Right Now!

Regardless of where they swim, fish don’t stop eating just because it’s winter. Granted, their metabolism slows and they don’t…
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4x4 Master Class--How To Conquer Snow and Ice

4x4 Master Class--How To Conquer Snow and Ice

Just because there’s snow on the ground doesn’t mean your four-wheeling fun has to stop. Four-wheel drive doesn’t make you…
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The Necessities Every Camper Should Own

The Necessities Every Camper Should Own

Every time I go camping with friends, I learn a new trick or discover a piece of gear that makes life outdoors more comfortable. But there are some…
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Great New Gear To Make Winter Camping Ultra-Comfortable

Great New Gear To Make Winter Camping Ultra-Comfortable

Camping out in winter can open a whole new world of activities for outdoor enthusiasts. Donning snowshoes or cross-country skis to access your…
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Escape The Cold At These Amazing Glamping Destinations

Escape The Cold At These Amazing Glamping Destinations

Glamping is typically defined as a mix of glamor and camping. The result is an outdoor experience unlike any other, where campers spend their days…
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Snowmobiles And ATVs: How To Find The Best Winter Rides

Snowmobiles And ATVs: How To Find The Best Winter Rides

Weeks before the official start of winter, snowmobile riders are heading for high elevations in the Rockies in search of groomed trails leading to…
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Snowshoeing: Get Your Family Started The Easy Way

Snowshoeing: Get Your Family Started The Easy Way

Bummed that the summer hiking trails will soon be covered in white? That’s okay…it’s snowshoeing season! Snowshoeing is a great…
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Layering 101: How to Stay Warm and Comfortable in Cold Conditions

Layering 101: How to Stay Warm and Comfortable in Cold Conditions

The arrival of cold weather doesn’t mean you have to abandon your favorite outdoor activities and wait until the return of warm weather before…
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5 Awesome RV Campsites in Georgia

5 Awesome RV Campsites in Georgia

Camping in Georgia is a true delight. Whether you prefer RV camping, modern tent sites, walk-in tents, backpacking, group camping, or…
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How To Tap Local Fishing Communities For The Best Angling

How To Tap Local Fishing Communities For The Best Angling

There are a lot of fishing opportunities out there that may seem exotic or hard to come by at first. Dig a little deeper, though, and you’ll…
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How to Charge Your Gadgets While Camping and Hiking

How to Charge Your Gadgets While Camping and Hiking

There once was a time when carrying electronic devices with us into the great outdoors was pretty much unthinkable. Fragile and expensive, such…
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10 Best Dog-Friendly Hiking Trails in Georgia!

10 Best Dog-Friendly Hiking Trails in Georgia!

Fido-friendly getaways are the ultimate way to explore the Peach State. From well-worn paths in the heart of Atlanta to secluded woodland trails in…
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Deer Rifles—How to Choose The Perfect Gun

Deer Rifles—How to Choose The Perfect Gun

It is fall, which means that the leaves are changing and gun writers are doing articles on the “Great American Deer Rifle.” Picking out a…
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