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Top Deer Hunting Picks for Your Pack

Top Deer Hunting Picks for Your Pack Being prepared for that first cold morning in the whitetail woods is something we’ve been dreaming about since last season closed. Having the right gear makes a world of difference between planning in the summer and tagging your next buck. Don’t fall behind this fall; here’s what you […]

The .308 Winchester Stands the Test of Time

The .308 Winchester Stands the Test of Time The rise of newer, high-performance cartridges has led some shooters to believe that the 7.62×51mm NATO and its commercial counterpart, the .308 Winchester, are relics of another era. Critics argue that the cartridge’s time has passed. In reality, nothing could be further from the truth. Because the […]

A Snowy Pheasant Hunt

Beauty in the Contrast: A Snowy Pheasant Hunt Chasing pheasants in snow is pretty sweet! The scenery’s beauty increases. The iridescent colors of the rooster exploding from the white-dressed cover are breathtaking. The coffee waiting in the truck somehow tastes better, and the post-hunt celebrations and traditions seem to linger and stick a little longer. […]

October Deer Hunting in Iowa

Cracking the October Code: October Deer Hunting in Iowa Rest easy, friends. For the next three and a half months, all will be right in the world because it is deer season in Iowa once again! Whether you are a seasoned hunter or this will be your first time taking to the field, the excitement […]

Five Fall Fish Recipes Worth the Catch

Five Fall Fish Recipes Worth the Catch There are a number of reasons to spend an afternoon, or for that matter, an entire day outdoors chasing after your favorite quarry. It could be you just want to get away and let that fish stretch your line as you let the stresses of the work week […]

25 Fall Festivals Across Iowa

25 Fall Festivals Across Iowa Autumn in Iowa is, without a doubt, my favorite time of the year. The weather is cooling as cool temperatures sets in. The leaves transform into brilliant shades of gold, orange, and red. Saturdays are made for tailgating as the Cyclones and Hawkeyes take the field, while cool evenings bring […]

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Places To See In Iowa This Fall

Exploring Iowa in Full Fall Color My favorite time of all is autumn. As I’m writing this, the leaves are just getting ready to turn colors. With all the oak trees that will be turning shades of gold and orange, the maples turning yellow, amber and bright red, Iowa in the fall is gorgeous! You […]

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Budget VS Premium Hunting Scopes

Budget VS Premium Hunting Scopes There is a common trend I run into when advising people on rifle setup, whether for hunting, tactical, or other purposes. I have no problem getting folks to spend money on rifles. But when I tell them to spend as much or more on optics, I seem to lose them. […]

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Understanding CWD and EHD in Iowa: What Hunters Should Know for 2026

noUnderstanding CWD and EHD in Iowa: What Hunters Should Know for 2026 I remember the drought of 2012. It barely rained, grass turned brown, ponds dried up, ag yields were catastrophic across the state, and then deer began to die. This was the first time I remember chatter from Iowa deer hunters getting really concerned […]

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Gearing Up for Dove Season

Gearing Up for Dove Season Dove season around Iowa is kind of the first kick-off for hunting season. It opens up around September 1st, near the Labor Day holiday, so what better way to celebrate than to go hunting? Dove hunting is hard, you’ll watch groups of men, excellent shooters, miss the doves as they […]

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