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It’s a big summer for big fish
A student from Sheridan College reeled in the new state record largemouth bass on May 10, and last week, a Gillette man broke the record for a freshwater drum. Earlier in the year, the new […]
Articles by Ty Stockton
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Get entered in a contest to join a shark research project
There’s a sweepstakes going on right now you’ll want to get in on if you’re a Shark Week fan. Instead of just sitting in your living room, watching all the shark-related programming, if you’re lucky, […]
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Release your fish correctly during the warmer season
Catch and release is a great way to enjoy fishing without taking a toll on the fish population. At least, it is as long as the fish get released back to the water properly. During […]
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Don’t get an alarm that mimics a robin
I’ve had the same alarm clock for quite a while now. I got it for Christmas a few years ago, so the first time I used it, it was in the middle of winter. That […]
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Digital cameras flatten the learning curve for photography … somewhat
If you’re thinking you want to get some photographic evidence of the time you spend outdoors, now’s a great time to buy a camera. The prices on digital cameras has fallen a lot since I […]
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Get to the high country to beat the heat
I can’t stand heat. I’d rather be cold than hot. Part of it is just how I’m wired. I just don’t do well when I’m overheated. If I’m doing any kind of exercise, I sweat […]
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Summer lightning shows are spectacular
Like much of the West, we could often stand to get a bit more rainfall. That’s not really the case this year, because we’ve had more than our fair share. We’ve had quite a few […]
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Saved from yardwork by a baby bird
I wasn’t altogether excited to mow the yard last week, so I admit I was looking for excuses to stop early. Thankfully, I found one. As I was taking my third or fourth pass up […]
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A fisherman’s nightmare
Imagine being really hungry, or even just a little hungry, for that matter, and heading for the kitchen to do something about it. You nose around the fridge and the cabinets for a while, then […]
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Make sure your camp cook is a good one
While you’re planning your camping trips this summer, keep in mind that the most important thing you bring along may well be the camp cook. If nobody in your party is a good camp chef, […]