A Guide to Hunter Certification for Kids. Introduction: A Weekend of Learning Have you ever wanted one of your kids to follow in your footsteps and ask how to be a hunter? Does your heart pump when you talk about hunting? Does your face smile when the other person finds it just as exciting as…
A Tough Lesson on a Michigan Deer Youth Hunt Autumn is my favorite season and each year I look forward to new hunting adventures with my sons. My wife jokes that I have two seasons: Hunting and thinking about hunting. In Michigan, the Youth Hunt takes place in September and children can participate until the…
Best Bear Lodge: Hunting Haven. From deer scouting to cozy cabins – the unexpected joy of Best Bear Lodge in Irons, Michigan. Their sign along 10-1/2 mile road changed my camping game forever. Let me take you on a journey where nature meets the heart and soul of Matt and Carrie Bearup. Writing about my…
An Introduction to Guns. Are you interested in rifles for hunting but not sure where to start? Or maybe you are just interested in what other hunters use and why. I have successfully hunted for over four decades in Michigan and Canada for whitetail deer, elk, bear and moose. My hunting rifles tell a story…
Youth Hunt Introduction and Reflections Youth hunting provides an excellent opportunity to introduce young people to the world of hunting at an early age. The journey can start with small game and progress to big game, such as whitetail deer, with the overall goal of building interest in the sport. Engaging the Youth My experience…
A How-To Guide to Field Dressing for Beginners. Beyond bullets and bows, there’s a moment every hunter faces – gutting a deer. It’s messy, it’s raw, and it’s the unspoken chapter of the hunt. Hunters typically field dress a deer by removing its internal organs, reducing weight for easier transportation and preserving the meat. For…
A Beginner’s Guide to Properly Mark Your Hunt Picture this: you’re out in the Michigan woods, rifle in hand, and you’ve just bagged a prized white-tailed deer. Now what? It’s time to tag a deer. This guide, inspired by a curious Redditor, walks you through the step-by-step process of tagging a deer in Michigan. Whether…
Hi, I’m Amanda, Scott’s wife. We are a couple on a mission to turn a love for Michigan and hunting into an adventure-filled blog for fellow hunters. Scott is the hunting expert, but I might pop into the blog from time to time to share stories. We both enjoy the outdoors and sharing our adventures…
Are you wondering how to block or eliminate your scent when hunting deer? Curious about how often to wash your clothes? Maybe you’ve noticed aisles of products in your local hunting supplies store? If you are a brand new hunter my number one tip is to hunt the wind. No matter how many products you…
An Introduction to Firearm Care. Curious about the secrets behind keeping your firearms in peak condition for every hunting adventure? Growing up surrounded by my father’s passion for hunting, I inherited more than just a love for the great outdoors. In this guide, I’ll share the invaluable lessons on firearm maintenance that my dad passed…