Iowa Sportsman

Waterfowl Hunting Tips for Beginners: 5 Ways to Start

5 Tips for New Waterfowl Hunters I didn’t get into waterfowl hunting until I was an adult. I’d grown up around the outdoors and was a deer hunting addict, but waterfowl were never part of the picture. That changed about 10 years ago, the year a couple of my co-workers, die-hard waterfowl guys, invited me […]

Deer Hunting Preparation in June: Set Up for Success

June Preparations: Setting Up for Deer Hunting Success If you ask a deer hunter what their favorite month of the year is, the month of June is most likely not near the top of the list. In fact, most hunters may say this is their least favorite month of the year. Humidity and temperatures are […]

5 Ways to Cook Fresh Fish in Summer

5 Ways to Cook Your Summer Catch Summer is a great time to get out with friends and family to catch some fish. If you live near one of the many rivers in Iowa, the current is always a safe bet during these hot summer months. Or If Lake fishing is more for you, then […]

June Food Plot Planting in Iowa: What to Grow Now

What to Plant in My June Food Plot June in Iowa can feel like you are a step behind when it comes to food plots, but the truth is, you still have a lot of solid options. In fact, if you play it right, a June planting can set you up for some of the […]

Why Suppressors Are Gaining Popularity Today

Silent Advantage: Why Suppressors Are Gaining Popularity It would be understandable to think that suppressors (or silencers, as they are legally known) are new to the scene. However, suppressors have been around for over a century. The first patent was filed in 1909 by Hiram Maxim; they quickly became popular with sportsmen. In 1934, they […]

Are Allergies More Common Today in Dogs?

Are Allergies More Common Today? Within hours of hanging a tree stand together, my buddy, Jason, had an annoying irritation breakout on his skin. It was itchy, annoying, and painful. The culprit was poison oak, and Jason was clearly having an allergic breakout. Moments like this make you wonder—are allergies more common today than they […]

Outdoor Adventure Awaits in Hayward Lakes

Outdoor Adventure Awaits in Hayward Lakes Hayward Lakes, Wisconsin offers year-round outdoor activities including mountain biking, UTV trails, hiking, and scenic lake exploration. With hundreds of miles of trails and access to the Chequamegon National Forest, it’s a top Midwest destination for outdoor adventure and family-friendly recreation. Why Visit Hayward Lakes for Outdoor Adventure Tucked into the […]

Iowa’s Venom, Oil and Toxic Sap

Iowa’s Venom, Oil and Toxic Sap I once struck up a conversation with a man from Australia and while talking I asked him the question most people want to know about Australians, “how many times have you been bitten by one of your crazy spiders you have down there?” His answer was shocking, “Oh not […]

Tactics for Late-Season Toms

Tactics for Late-Season Toms The warm spring air felt a little chilly but good as I approached the area I was going to turkey hunt in the dark, well before sunrise. The dew was on the grass, and I headed towards an open field with rolling hills and timber nearby. Be Observant There were plenty […]

Wild Edible Foraging

Wild Edible Foraging With the arrival of spring comes many long-awaited activities for any outdoors enthusiast, like hiking, fishing, and turkey hunting. There is another short-lived activity that gets some of us out wandering around in nature. This is the adult version of an Easter egg hunt, and it’s called foraging. Foraging for wild edibles […]

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