Having a general idea of what to expect on a hunt is helpful but knowing how to pick out and identify individual ducks is one of the most important skills for any waterfowler. For new hunters, learning to identify waterfowl in the air can be overwhelming. There’s an incredible variety of duck specie...
Red drum or redfish, are an inshore species native to the Gulf and Atlantic Coasts. Redfish get their name from the bronze to copper color that dominates their body, which also sports a distinctive black spot near the tail. On some redfish, this spot becomes a wild collage of...
Feral hogs have quickly become one of the most prevalent invasive species in the U.S. The most recent surveys show wild pigs across the southern US from Texas to Virginia with scattered populations now being found in Northern Michigan and Canada. With the US population of feral hogs estimated to be...
NOAA Fisheries recently announced a proposal that would limit the speed of vessels on the east coast. These proposed rules are aimed at protecting the North Atlantic right whales from collisions with boats. In the event of a collision, right whales can be seriously injured and even die. The effort t...
Airboats are known by many names including bayou boat, swamp boat, and fanboat. All of these refer to a flat-bottomed boat that uses an engine and airplane propeller. With the engine and prop out of the water these boats arn’t restricted water depth making them perfect for...
Anglers tend to have deeply rooted beliefs about the best time to hit the water, many of which have shaky evidence at best to support them. Over the years, anglers have turned to a variety of resources looking to get dialed in on the bite. One of the most popular ways anglers are trying to make the...
Scouting is one of the most vital parts of a successful hunt. If you’re not scouting, I would argue you’re just getting lucky when hunting. So let’s talk about how to maximize your time and adequately scout so you can consistently have killer hunts!
I’ve broken my scouting process into 4 steps...
Louisiana has been known as a Sportsman’s Paradise because it offers an abundance of recreational opportunities to fishermen, hunters, wildlife viewers, and other outdoor enthusiasts. The state’s wetlands include bayous, marshes, lakes, swamps, bays, beachfronts, rivers, and more. Anywhere there is...
There are thousands of fish species in the world that range from tiny minnows to grander marlin. The variety is incredible with some fish being gorgeous and vibrant while others are heavily clad and armed with teeth. Fish generally keep their distance when they encounter people but here are a few yo...
It’s obvious that anglers love a good fishing trip. With so many places to fish and fish to catch, it’s hard to decide where to take a trip. We've made it even harder, because now you have to somehow choose between the items on this list. Check out 9 of the best and most unique fall fishing destinat...
Nicknamed the “Sportsman’s Paradise,” Louisiana has over 77,000 miles of coastline and the largest manmade lake in the South. Fishing is an important part of Louisiana’s culture, especially when it comes to catching giant redfish.
Teal are on the smaller end of duck species that are hunted across the country. Despite this, their vibrant colors and early migration make these ducks unique to waterfowl hunters. There are three species of teal in North America which are distributed from coast to coast. To help you be better infor...
Teal are on the smaller end of ducks hunted in the Lone Star State, but they are a big deal to the waterfowl hunters. When it comes to teal hunting, Texas has one of the highest participation rates in the country.
In Texas, it is...
In the fall, cold fronts make their way south and bring large flocks of geese to Texas. While geese are commonly thought of as cold-climate waterfowl, these birds migrate to Texas in the fall to enjoy a more mild winter. Texas is actually home to some of the best goose-hunting opportunities in the c...
The Rockport-Fulton area is one of the major fishing destinations along the middle of the Texas coast. If you are fishing the Rockport area, then you have several bays, islands, flats, and back lakes available within a short boat ride. The...
Sharks have been viewed by much of the country as the villains of the ocean ever since the movie Jaws. Catching one, however, is an exhilarating experience because sharks big, powerful, and as tough as they look. Their thick sandpaper like skin and mouth full of teeth allow them to persevere in even...
Duck hunting in Texas is one of the most popular seasons among hunters across the state. When November hits, hunters flood into fields, ponds, lakes, rivers, and the coast, shotgun in hand. If you’re new to duck hunting regulations in Texas, here are the regulations from bag limits to zones and date...
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Dove hunting in Texas is a highly anticipated event by hunters across the state. When September hits, hunters flood i...