Are you left-handed or right? Hand preference becomes a part of one’s identity starting from a young age. It’s a topic of conversation in early…
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When the weather is nice, Indiana affords some of the most scenic and satisfying challenges in its dirt biking trails. Imagine the freeing feeling of…
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Whether between hunts, seasons, or sessions on the range, it is crucial to keep your archery equipment in good working condition. A key to…
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Many states offer spring archery seasons for turkey—and that’s awesome news, because spring is an excellent time to bag a gobbler. Spring…
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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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Perhaps you didn’t get a chance to get out in the early part of the season, or maybe you’re looking to head out again to get another deer…
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In January, I spent three days cruising the aisles of the annual Archery Trade Association Show, which was held in Louisville, Kentucky. The ATA Show…
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Proper footwear is one of the many keys to a successful hike. Here are six boots that will coddle your heel and arches while performing admirably on…
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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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I remember being just old enough to legally hunt big game in New York State—back then, you had to be 16 to hunt big game—and carrying a…
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No matter the time of year, Indiana is a gorgeous place to hike. For the more advanced or intermediate hiker, these energizing hikes will put you to…
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Imagine riding on an ATV through some of Indiana’s most beautiful landscapes. Feel the rush of the wind and smell nature as it whisks past you.…
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If a brand-new bow isn’t in the budget this year, you’ll want to make Bass & Bucks your first (and only) stop.
This shop is…
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The handgun is the toughest of the three primary firearms to master. Rifles and shotguns are fired from the shoulder, which provides a more stable…
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There is an old saying in the gun world, “Firearms have only two enemies – Rust and Politicians.” Be kind to your guns and they…
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The key to becoming a good shooter is that you and your rifle must work in unison. Good shooting starts by learning to control your breathing and…
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There are a few places in Indiana for a prime ATV off-roading experience, and among the best is eXplore Brown County at Valley Branch Retreat.…
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There is nothing more relaxing than a hike. Walking through the wilderness, breathing in the fresh air and listening to the sound of wildlife…
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Don’t be fooled by Indiana being a landlocked state—we love our watersports! Indiana is home to over 80 beautiful lakes, so there is…
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Of the four seasons, fall is by far the most popular for riding ATVs that seat one or two people, and “side-by-sides” that seat two to…
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Despite what we may see on television, deer usually do not drop in their tracks at the shot. Sometimes, too, “stuff” happens and the shot…
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Late summer and early fall are some of the best days of the year for camping. Days are still warm, nights are cool, the bugs are gone, and…
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There is no better time to hit the trail than late summer/early fall. Trails really open up once the kids head back to school, leaving trails…
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Late summer and early fall may be the best time of the year for fishing. Whether you’re working the Eastern Coast beaches for big stripers,…
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While deer hunting takes many forms in a variety of different habitats and terrains, one thing is for certain: The more time you can spend afield,…
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Although you can’t get out and hunt for deer in the summer, you can start preparing for the fall by scouting locations. Knowing the places that…
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Walleyes and a variety of salmon are on the autumn menu in the Midwest as anglers have a last chance to fish open water before the winter freeze…
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When the weather is nice in Indiana, there’s no better way to immerse yourself in the state’s natural beauty than taking on one of its…
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If there's one essential accessory every modern bowhunter should have, it's a rangefinder. Rangefinders help you accurately gauge the distance…
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Duck hunting is one of the easiest hunting sports for new shotgunners to expand into. Ample public-land hunting opportunities abound for waterfowlers…
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The warm days and crisp, cool nights of autumn make the perfect conditions for a weekend hiking and camping excursion. There is nothing quite like…
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Archery engages a number of muscle groups but it’s the shoulders, along with the obliques, that probably bear the brunt of the drawing and…
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As much as America is a country defined by grit, franchise hamburgers, and interstate highways, you could also say ours is a nation defined by deer.…
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If you are a new handgun owner, it’s important that you seek some training in the basics of shooting. Learning the rules of gun safety is also…
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Autumn is the season of dynamic changes for fishermen, and sort of a mirror image of spring. Where spawning runs typically define spring fishing,…
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Trail running is a popular activity for those seeking to get fit in Indiana. There are many trails to choose from, some within state parks, others…
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Don't let the shorter days and fewer daylight hours of autumn deter you from getting outside for a hike. Packing a headlamp not only keeps you safe…
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Fall is a fantastic time for hiking: the weather’s cooler, the foliage is beautiful, and wildlife sighting opportunities abound. This makes…
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If you're on the search for trophy brown trout, fall is the optimal time to get on the water. You can chase browns in any season, but if you're…
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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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It’s September, and the coming of fall equals an abundance of autumnal harvest…in the woods. Foraging is currently all the rage at top…
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When the leaves start to turn, in many parts of the United States, particularly the Great Lakes region, steelhead start to run—as do steelhead…
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Most how-to deer hunting pieces tell you how to set a treestand or how to trim a shooting lane. Some may even offer some wisdom on setting up between…
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Many people think of summer as camping season, but if you are prepared, going afield during fall is much more pleasurable. Early spring should be…
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Before you take your bow and quiver to head out into the field, you need to make sure that you are prepared to legally hunt your target species.…
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The problem with scouting whitetails during mid-summer is that the woods are as uninviting as they’ll be all year. From hordes of mosquitoes to…
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Vin T. Sparano, as excerpted from Complete Guide to Camping and Wilderness Survival
1. CAMPFIRES
To start a campfire, clear a site—always…
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Autumn is prime time for many of the country’s favorite species of sport fish. This is because, as water temperatures drop, many species either…
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