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It’s probably a scam, but I’m optimistic
I got a letter in the mail a little while ago that has to be a hoax. It’s from the North American Hunting Club, and the envelope said “We’re looking for people to test hunting […]
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There are options for dog training accessories
If you train dogs or have a hunting dog or two, you probably have more than a few electronic collars for your critters. And chances are good they’re made by TriTronics. That’s a venerable brand […]
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Get started tuning up with your bow now
I used to have a membership to an indoor archery range in Cheyenne, but I’ve been bad about getting back in there for the last few years. I really should shoot the bow all year […]
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You don’t need a gym to get in shape for hunting
This will be my last hunting season before I turn 50, and that fact has been making itself clear to me lately. I briefly had a gym membership at Planet Fitness, but they kicked me […]
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Reminders that we’re getting older are everywhere
I met Jimmy and Liz a long time ago. Liz was my wife’s childhood friend, and when we’d go visit her family in Montana, I’d spend time hanging out with Liz’s husband Jimmy. He and […]
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Hunting season’s coming — time to get in shape
I’m not trying to be the next Mr. Olympia or develop six-pack abs. I don’t even care about placing in my age group in 5K runs. All I worry about is being in shape for […]
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Don’t waste this three-day weekend
If you get Monday off for Memorial Day, take some time to pay tribute to people you’ve loved and lost. It’s a day for remembering those who fought for our country, as well as those […]
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Get lost! I mean that in a good way.
Most people try to avoid getting lost in the woods. I’ve long thought my dad’s goal was just the opposite. Every time we headed out into the wild, Dad would get us lost. Never horribly […]
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Don’t miss the big game application deadlines
The deadline for Wyoming residents to get their applications in for deer, elk and antelope tags is right around the corner. The last day to apply is May 31. There’s not a lot of time […]
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Looking forward to more time for hunting & fishing
My youngest son graduated high school over the weekend. I have to admit, I have mixed feelings about it. I’m proud of him and I’m excited to see what he does and where he goes […]