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Monday, February 8, 2010

MISSOULA, Mont.-As the Boy Scouts of America celebrates 100 years of adventure, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is saluting the youth organization's historic work in habitat conservation and more recent partnership for elk country.

The Scouting movement was founded Feb. 8, 1910, a date still commemorated as part of Scout Week nationwide. A centennial black-tie gala is slated Feb. 9 in Washington D.C.

"Boy Scouts began as a way to develop character, responsibility, citizenship and personal fitness, and since the very beginning Scout leaders understood that all of those qualities can be cultivated through outdoor activities-including wildlife habitat projects," said David Allen, RMEF president and CEO. "The cumulative impact of Scouting on conservation in America is immeasurable, and we both congratulate and sincerely thank the millions of young people who've been a part of it."

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Monday, February 8, 2010

NEWTOWN, Conn. -- In a year when one word, "fewer," described life in America -- fewer jobs, fewer home sales, fewer purchases -- hunters were responsible for generating a welcome "more" category, as hunting license sales rose by 3.5 percent in 2009 in states that make up NSSF's Hunting License Sales Index.

The 12-state index comprises several states from four main regions of the United States. Nine of those states recorded hunting license sales increases from January through December of 2009 over the previous year, according to Southwick Associates, a research firm that monitored the license sales information.

"Many factors such as weather and the economy affect hunting license sales in any given year, but in 2009 the economy likely had a more significant effect," said Jim Curcuruto, NSSF's director of industry research and analysis. "While the reasons for the 3.5 percent increase are speculative, past research shows that during slowdowns in the nation's economy it is possible that people have more time to hunt and that hunters take the opportunity to fill their freezers with nutritious, high-protein meat acquired at lower cost than if a similar amount was purchased at the supermarket."

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Monday, February 8, 2010

Aspirin Bustin' at the Northern Wisconsin Deer Classic and Ice Fishing Expo

(Eau Claire, WI) The Aspirin Buster was in the house January 29-31, 2010 for the Northern Wisconsin Deer Classic and Ice Fishing Expo.  Promoter Hugh Price had brought me to Eau Claire twice before but this was my first trip back since about 2005.   The new facility at the Eau Claire Indoor Sports Complex made an ideal location for this winter show.  There were trophy bucks, lots of people, and lots to see and do. 
 
    This area seems to be well known for COLD weather and big bucks.  I have been really impressed with some of the whitetails I see displayed at this event over the years.  I think it may be a well kept secret because I never hear much about Wisconsin but I sure see a lot of big bucks at these shows.  The bowhunters here also have an interest in traditional archery and asked a lot of good questions after my exhibitions.

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Monday, February 8, 2010

It has become an increasingly popular tool in the waterfowl hunting world, and rightfully so, as it has proven to be effective.  Movement in a decoy spread is the key to bringing in the birds.  Mojo Outdoors comes out with better motorized decoys every year.  In the past year, their Mojo Teal has been catching the eyes of hunters and ducks all over the country.  I used one throughout the last year with great success, so great that I bought another one!

There are many advantages to the Mojo Teal.  First of all, it is a much more economically friendly motorized decoy.  A Mojo Mallard will cost well over $100, but not the Teal.  You can find the Mojo Teal for $60 easily, and with a little shopping around, even less.  Secondly, the fast spinning of the wings perfectly mimics the look of a real teal flying around the pond.  I had ducks flying away from me and all of a sudden whip around like a boomerang and drop right in to my spread!  Another huge plus is that battery life is not a problem, as one battery for me last year lasted over 60 hours of hunting, without turning it off, in all conditions.  The size of the Mojo Teal is also a pro.  It is much smaller than the Mojo Mallard and much lighter, so you can easily carry 2 or 3 of these just as easy as you could carry 1 Mojo Mallard.  Also, not only does the Mojo Teal work for ducks, but also for other various birds, such as pigeons and doves.  You will be amazed by how the pigeons and doves react to this decoy!  It brings them in like they are hypnotized!

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Monday, February 8, 2010

So, you may remember in my last article titled "Friends" Denny and I had the experience of a lifetime! One that no matter how much time goes by we will never forget.

Now if that last story got you in the "mood" to get out there and start hunting... Then this one will start the truck load the Bow and get you well on your way to knowing what Bow Hunting is all about.

"OK, let's go they went down that draw"!

"UGH"! I said pulling myself up and off we went.

From that point on we were not giving up. There was nothing that we wouldn't do (legally) to make sure we saw those animals again. Up and over to the draw... Looking around glassing down into the draw we saw nothing... Not a hair or horn to be found anywhere?!  We let out a few cow and calf calls. Nothing but rustling grasses and a cool breeze in our face. So the wind wasn't a factor... They were GONE!

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Monday, February 8, 2010

Bogart, Ga. - The Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment (DNRE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a framework for cooperation between the DNRE and QDMA.

Rebecca Humphries, Director of DNRE, Russ Mason, DNRE Wildlife Division Chief, and Leon Hank, Michigan QDMA State Chapter president, signed the document that had previously been signed by Brian Murphy, CEO of QDMA. The agreement provides the framework for jointly planning and accomplishing mutually beneficial projects and activities that maintain and enhance Michigan's wildlife resources.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) calls for cooperation between the DNRE and QDMA on the development and execution of projects and research efforts, wise management of Michigan's deer herd, dissemination of information concerning management of white-tailed deer and other natural resources, and collaboration on public and private landowner assistance programs.

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Monday, February 8, 2010

The JakPak, was launched last year and is the world’s first in combining a waterproof jacket and bivy into a single piece of gear.

While it was originally created for emergency use, they have redesigned it  to fin into the recreational market. For all intents and purposes the JakPak is a Portable Personal Sleeping System is something that would be quite useful for the avid outdoorsman. It allows the outdoorsman be prepared, without having to bring along any additional shelters.

Each JakPak includes a waterproof, breathable jacket with pit zippers and a detachable, bivy-style tent with integrated sleeping bag. The sleeping bag folds down from the lower part of the jacket and the tent pops out of the back, all while wearing the JakPak. You do not have to remove the JakPak to deploy it's features!

The JakPak comes in sizes Small to XL. It is available in 2-Tone Green, 2-Tone Black and Woodland Camo and retails for $250. It will be available in limited quantities in March from the JakPak website, but you can reserve yours today here. 

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Sunday, February 7, 2010

Squirrels are a great animal to take kids out to hunt and Mike Rhodes took his son Ethan who is 11 years old out in the Pensylvania woods.  Hunting as a lifestyle will only survive if we take out our youth into the woods.

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Sunday, February 7, 2010

Nothing is as disturbing as trying to enjoy the outdoors or concentrate on the hunt while being attacked about the face and head by swarming, biting, disease carrying insects. ALTUS Brands, LLC has solved this dilemma with their new Concealor Boonie Bug Hat^TM.

Altus spokesman EVP Charles Ricci made the announcement; "One of the greatest distractions, annoyances and health risks for anyone who enjoys the outdoor lifestyle is swarming, biting insects. Not only can they ruin a day in the field, they also carry a wide variety of diseases. We are pleased to offer a solution with our Concealor Boonie Hat."

The Concealor comes in a wide variety of hats and caps for hunters, campers, hikers, gardeners, military and many other areas of outdoor use. Each innovative hat contains a lightweight, see through mesh fabric that is hidden away in a compact zippered compartment in the top of each hat. When pulled down, the camouflage netting covers the entire head, face and neck area to protect the wearer from swarming bugs including mosquitoes, black flies and other annoying, biting insects.

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Sunday, February 7, 2010

There are times when hunting or photographing wild game that you not only need realistic, natural calls to bring the game in close, but also greater volume. The Ampli-Fire Series from Cass Creek Calls delivers on both counts!

This, recorded from nature series of electronic calls are compact, one piece units that are easy to use, easy to transport but also  provide pumped up volume capability for those times when louder calls are necessary.

Altus Brands, LLC spokesman EVP Sales/Marketing, Charles Ricci explained the product.  “Cass Creek is a leader in the industry for electronic game calls and the Ampli-Fire Series represents years of dedication to quality, performance and reliability in the field.  Like all Cass Creek calls, the sounds have been produced in the natural environment from the particular animal in different situations. The Ampli-Fire Series combines years of experience in calls that are designed for times when the extra volume is really needed.”

The Ampli-Fire Series includes specialized electronic calls for: Predator, Moose/Deer Combo and Goose.
Altus Brands, LLC also owns Pro Ears electronic and passive hearing protection/amplification products, BenchMaster Rifle Rests, Rifleman HP, CrossFire Slings, Concealor Boonie Hats, Woodland Whisper and Quicksit.

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