Hunting

Whitetails 365: Creating A Thriving Deer Food Plot in the Timber

Whitetails 365: Creating A Thriving Deer Food Plot in the Timber By Aaron McKinney As hunters, some of our favorite stands are in the timber, and most of us would rather be in the timber, right in the middle of a deer’s habitat. The crunchy fall leaves and the scent of acorns falling draw both […]

The Role of Non-Lethal Self-Defense in Personal Safety

The Role of Non-Lethal Self-Defense in Personal Safety By Jacob Dean In today’s world, the need for self-defense options has become increasingly relevant. While non-lethal alternatives are often sought after, it’s crucial to understand that each method comes with its own set of complexities. Exercising common sense and situational awareness are your best options to […]

Habitat That’s For The Birds

Habitat That’s For The Birds By Kent Boucher How was your pheasant and quail season? Great, mediocre, disappointing? If you were disappointed I’m guessing it’s because you only flushed a few birds or because you should’ve dusted off your wingshooting skills a little better before the season. Practicing with some clays in the offseason is […]

Prepping for Turkey Season

Prepping for Turkey Season By Jessica Graham Few things on this earth compare to hearing the gobble of a tom in the early morning as the sun begins to rise. The airtingles with anticipation, the woods hushed in the pre-dawn light. Soon, the forest will erupt with the thunderous gobbles of a strutting tom, his […]

Stalking the Stalker

Stalking the Stalker By Troy Hoepker If you close your eyes for a moment and imagine the perfect coyote hunt, no doubt it would include pristine, glistening snow undisturbed of tracks and human interference. The morning sun setting the sky ablaze above, as the steam from your breath disappears like smoke in the wind as […]

What Now?

What Now? By Noel Gandy The old saying, ”Time flies when you’re having fun,” is certainly true when it goes to the Iowa whitetail season. Hunters who were once budding with anticipation for the October 1st opener are now left asking themselves, “Where did the time go?” For the passionate deer hunter there can be […]

Cold Shot: Are you a fair weather shooter?

Cold Shot: Are you a fair weather shooter? By Steve Hensyel – Hawkeye Firearms Instruction Practice and training for all types of scenarios and situations is a routine many permit holders and gun owners prepare for, but is shooting in cold weather one that you also prepare for? My Dad used to say there are […]

Conservation Award Winners Announced from the National Deer Association

Conservation Award Winners Announced from the National Deer Association Article and photos courtesy of National Deer Association The National Deer Association is pleased to present our 2023 Conservation Awards recognizing significant contributions to the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Click the links to learn more about each of our winners and their […]

5 Tips for Late-Season Pheasants

5 Tips for Late-Season Pheasants By Tim Ackarman After several bleak seasons, pheasant hunters are enjoying a resurgence of Iowa’s premier gamebird. As fall yields to winter however, many turn their attention to deer hunting, ice fishing, or couch sitting. Yet hunters can still find birds right up until 4:30 p.m. on January 10 with […]

Calling all Iowa Sportsman!

Calling all Iowa Sportsman! By Jessica Graham Tired of the same old hunting and fishing stories? Want to get the inside scoop on the latest gear, techniques, and local hotspots? Then, you need to tune in to The Iowa Sportsman Podcast. You can expect up-to-date hunting and fishing reports. Get the lowdown on what’s biting […]

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