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Three Trolling Approaches for Salmon
The salmon species are a well-regarded fish species for both their sport and excellent table fare. While native to the North Atlantic and...
Woody
Sep 13, 20225 min read
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Four stages of Spawning Bass
Spawning Tips from Elite Series Pro Terry Scroggins For many anglers, fishing the spawn is singular in meaning: casting to bedding bass....
Don McDowell
Jul 20, 20225 min read
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Potential World Record Paddlefish
The world record for paddlefish taken with rod and reel will likely fall to a giant 146.7-pound Oklahoma monster snagged at Keystone Lake...
Don McDowell
Jul 19, 20222 min read
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Demands for Commonsense Gun Safety Laws Deceptively Dangerous to 2A
The threat to our Constitution has never before been so clear, and so critical. Once again, as the nation grieves in the aftermath of a...
Woody
May 31, 20224 min read
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Weeds, The Best Location for Walleye
Fishing aquatic vegetation is second nature to bass anglers, but the green stuff is just as crucial for walleye fishing. They use...
Woody
May 13, 20226 min read
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Gun Companies Under Attack
During his recent State of the Union address, President Joe Biden (D) called on Congress to “repeal the liability shield that makes gun...
Woody
May 4, 20226 min read
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Dropshot Strategies – What’s Changed?
There have been changes in the dropshot world that have changed how we dropshot today. The most significant factor was introducing...
Woody
Apr 23, 20223 min read
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What You Should Know When Spring Black Bear Hunting in Idaho
Idaho provides hunters the opportunity to hunt black bears during the spring so you don’t have to wait until fall to start big game...
Woody
Apr 19, 20223 min read
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Early-Season River Jigging for Walleye
Winter is winding down as the days get longer and overnight temperatures rise. Ice fishing can reach into April, but ice-out on the...
Woody
Apr 5, 20224 min read
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Crankin’ for Early-Season River Walleyes
Spring walleye runs on a river pose challenges but crankbaits can provide a sweet alternative. In the spring, the lion’s share of...
Woody
Apr 1, 20224 min read
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Froggin’ For Bass
Throwing a hollow body frog has to be one of the most enjoyable fishing experiences you’ll have. Fish on when the water explodes. One...
Woody
Mar 10, 20223 min read
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The Digital Worlds Real World Impact On The Environment
Written by: Don McDowell Understanding BitCoin Processing – From data center warehouses to cryptocurrency, technology is another energy...
Don McDowell
Feb 28, 20224 min read
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How to Spool a Spinning Reel with Braided Line
When learning how to spool a spinning reel with braided line, be sure to start with the right amount and weight of line for the reel....
Woody
Feb 16, 20222 min read
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Casting Crankbaits for Springtime Bass
Any discussion of pre-spawn bass is bound to include the topic of crankbaits. Why? As water temps start to rise and baitfish get...
Woody
Feb 12, 20229 min read
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Fishing is not Fun Anymore with the Boom in Angling Electronics
Here’s the scoop on the latest in fishing technologies. Tournament and Commercial fishermen can more afford the tools. The rest rely...
Woody
Feb 1, 20224 min read
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Deep-Water Crappies Can Provide Mid-Winter Action
Locating and “staying on” on crappies and getting them to bite can be a bit challenging Here are some thoughts on where to first, find...
Woody
Jan 24, 20223 min read
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How to Catch Live Bait for Saltwater Fishing
To find the best live bait you’ll first need to understand the habits of the fish you are trying to catch. Once you know your specific...
Don McDowell
Jan 19, 20224 min read
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It is known as a ‘Kootenai Leopard’ and it tastes like lobster.
What lives in the Kootenai River, has the body of a cod and the meat of a lobster? No, that’s not a trick question. There really is a...
Woody
Jan 13, 20224 min read
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The 10 Best Hunting States in America
You love to hunt and are ready to move. But where? This subjective dream list may help. This ranking is based on the variety and...
Woody
Jan 7, 20223 min read
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Hebgen Dam Glitch Causes Famed Madison River to Dry Up
An unexpected equipment failure has put the world-renowned Madison River fishery in jeopardy. The world-renowned Madison River, a...
Woody
Dec 2, 20212 min read
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