Iowa Sportsman

Get Your Weapon Ready for Deer Season 

Get Your Weapon Ready for Deer Season: Whitetails 365

Get Your Weapon Ready for Deer Season  With the season approaching, now is a great time to check your bow and ensure everything is in top shape.  While a full tune-up might not be needed annually, especially if your bow is performing well, it’s wise to inspect a few essential components. Please take a moment […]

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The Triton Buck – a Rut Story 

The Triton Buck – a Rut Story 

The Triton Buck – a Rut Story  “What is your favorite time of year?” this question has rang out many times throughout my life. I’ve had the same answer since I was 10 years old—late October/early November, aka the rut. I have been fortunate enough to experience many incredible moments from a tree stand this […]

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Optimal Stand Placement

Optimal Stand Placement

Optimal Stand Placement  As one season of hunting ends, most hunters begin to think of the next season within a few short days.  That’s just what hunters do.  It’s built-in.  We are always looking ahead to the next hunt, the next season, the next opportunity to do the same thing all over again! Moreover, within […]

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Saddle Hunting For Those Who Say They Never Will 

Saddle Hunting For Those Who Say They Never Will 

Saddle Hunting for Those Who Say They Never Will  “I’m all about mobile hunting, but I ain’t wearing a diaper.” This is a statement I once heard on a hunting podcast and the sentiment stuck with me as I watched other hunters on TV and YouTube channels who included saddles in their mobile hunting setup. […]

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The Status of Mountain Lions in Iowa 

The Status of Mountain Lions in Iowa 

The Status of Mountain Lions in Iowa  The definition of an enigma is a person or a thing that is mysterious, puzzling or difficult to understand. Perhaps one of the greatest enigmas Iowans puzzle over is the mountain lion’s population within our borders at any one time. From local coffee shop banter all the way […]

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Unlocking the Secrets of Extended-Range Accuracy 

Unlocking the Secrets of Extended-Range Accuracy 

Unlocking the Secrets of Extended-Range Accuracy  Shooting long distances is a really tough but incredibly satisfying skill that takes your shooting abilities to a whole new level. It takes time, practice, and a lot of focus to get good at it, but man, does it feel good when you start hitting those far-off targets. If […]

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Dove Opener Countdown

Dove Opener Countdown

Dove Opener Countdown  If you’re looking for something fun to do with your dog before the upland and/or waterfowl seasons open, you should consider dove hunting. Forty-one of the lower forty-eight states have a dove season.  Pursuing doves creates high demands for our dogs. The hunts are action-packed, especially if you’re in a hot field. […]

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Fall Fishing in Iowa Finicky Fishing

Fall Fishing in Iowa

Fall Fishing in Iowa  Iowa, nature begins to transition from summer to fall. As the water temperatures drop, fish know that colder weather and winter are not far off. The coming chill will have most predatory fish on the prowl, fattening up before Mother Nature slows things down for them.   Weather Like all of Iowa’s […]

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5 Hacks for Bass Fishing with Plastics

5 Hacks for Bass Fishing with Plastics

5 Low Tech Hacks for Soft Plastics and Bass ‘Hacks’ nowadays are defined as a clever solution to a problem.  In an era of high-tech gadgetry and complex rigging options here are five decidedly low-tech ideas to consider when fishing soft plastic lures for Largemouth Bass (and other species as well).  I have gathered these […]

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Types of Sportsmen

Types of Sportsmen

Types of Sportsman Sportsmen and women come in all different shapes, sizes, ages, etc. We have our own individual personalities that make us each unique. We come from different walks of life. Work different types of careers or go to different schools. Have different political and religious views. etc. It seems, at times; about the […]

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