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Why Hunt?

Despite what the anti-hunting crowd would like non-hunters to believe, the ethos of hunting is rooted in something far deeper than trophies.

Yellow Ribbon Fund Hosts Duck Hunt for Military Caregivers

The Yellow Ribbon Fund hosts a hunting trip specifically for caregivers of wounded, ill or injured military service members receiving medical care, providing a brief time away from daily caregiving tasks, an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and fellowship with peers.

Where to Find a Hunter

The number of hunters involved in our sport is in sharp decline. So where do we look to grow our ranks? The easiest people to recruit are those found within our own social circles.

Join the Hunt: Save Money, Eat Game

It’s true out-of-state tags aren’t a cost-effective way to fill the freezer, but there are savings to be found at Mother Nature’s local meat market.

Deer-Hunters’ Practical Scent Control

Don’t just spray down and head out. Proper scent control is a process, and this is how it should go.

How to Purify Water in the Wilderness

Don’t put your hunt or health at risk by drinking contaminated water. Here are eight ways to purify water in various wilderness situations.

Recipe: Turkey Thigh Pot Pie

Take this turkey pot pie to camp, and all your hunting buddies will be convinced to save the legs and thighs off the birds they’re fortunate to harvest.

The Future of Hunting in America

To prevent the future decay of our sport, we need to be open and honest about what it is we do. We need to encourage new and prospective hunters with the unbiased, unapologetic and totally exciting truth: Hunting is just plain cool.

10 Reasons to Become a Hunter

Do you know a family member, friend or neighbor who may consider joining the hunt? Here’s a long list of reasons that may convince them to do so. Pick the one that fills the bill then watch the drive to hunt kick in after the pursuit begins.

There's No Place Like Kansas

Kansas' almost 46 million acres of farmland provide a plethora of food for the state's whitetail herd, a veritable yellow brick road paved in corn and wheat. Add to that available mast browse and relatively mild winters, and you've got the makings for big-racked bucks. Would all those factors coincide to put a giant in front of the author? Only time in a stand will tell.

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