The Rogue Sow

The Rogue Sow

An excerpt as it appears in Alaska Bears, Stirred and Shaken. Jake guides two German guest hunters after an irritated grizzly. I took two of the younger Germans, my fine Labrador, Max, and an assistant guide, Andy, down the valley to the south. The bear was maybe...
Shooting Flying At A Legendary Chateau

Shooting Flying At A Legendary Chateau

Setting off to distant places to hunt can take you far beyond the sport. There’s the prospect of adventure and new wonders to behold. How people in foreign lands embrace life, prepare their food, savor their wines and sing their songs broaden your personal horizon. I...
Friday Is National Toasted Marshmallow Day

Friday Is National Toasted Marshmallow Day

National Toasted Marshmallow Day is when we celebrate the tradition of finding just the right stick and toasting the sugary puffs to perfection. The stick has to be just right.  Cut it too short, and your hand will burn.  Cut one too long that is also too lithe, and...
The Origins of Purina

The Origins of Purina

After graduating from Washington University, William H. Danforth grew tired with his job as a brick salesman. It was 1894, a time nearing the turn of the 20th century, and excitement was in the air. Businessmen scrapped tradition and quickly gravitated to new and...
Remember the TVA vs. Snail Darter of the 70s?

Remember the TVA vs. Snail Darter of the 70s?

The little fish may soon be removed from the Endangered Species List, Marking Conservation Success. WASHINGTON— The Center for Biological Diversity, former federal biologist Jim Williams and law professor Zygmunt Plater petitioned the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service...
Premium Optics

Premium Optics

Jul/Aug 2019 Optics Review The latest and greatest in riflescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes and other premium optics. Aimpoint Fully enclosed and sealed, the Acro P-1 is the only sight in its size category fully tested for shock, vibration, temperature span and...
Tim Hall Woodcarvings

Tim Hall Woodcarvings

Tim Hall, the seventh generation of his family to live along the Kentucky River from the days of Daniel Boone, has always been close to nature. Hunting and fishing have been life long pursuits as well as trying to capture the beauty he sees in the outdoors. Tim has...
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