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Outdoor Journal Archives


TuesdaySeptember 23, 2014

Rifle vs. shotgun for squirrel hunting

What's your choice for shooting bushy tails?

ThursdaySeptember 11, 2014

A history lesson on Gauley Season

The early drawdown at Summersville would happen with or without rafting, plus a new idea for the Gauley fishery.

TuesdaySeptember 9, 2014

Gauley Season gripes, I get a few

I've learned over the years, not everybody is a whitewater fan.

SaturdayAugust 16, 2014

Does the fine fit the crime?

Many believe the punishment for poaching isn't nearly enough.

FridayJuly 18, 2014

Last day a blast day

Consistent topwater bites make for an exciting conclusion to a Canadian wilderness fishing adventure

ThursdayJuly 17, 2014

Sunrises and deep fishing

The weather takes a turn for the better, but the fish moved deeper. However, they're still biting and you can't beat the scenery.

WednesdayJuly 16, 2014

Topwater turns on, walleyes show up

The weather is lousy, but that's fishing. Sunshine in the forecast for the rest of the week.

TuesdayJuly 15, 2014

Learning the pattern on new water

Finding a pattern on new water.

MondayJuly 14, 2014

Away from it all — literally

A five mile journey into a remote fishing paradise.

SundayJuly 13, 2014

A rainy start on fishing

Fast storm dampens day one, but the scenery is amazing

FridayJuly 11, 2014

Headed to the Great North Woods

I like to call my adventures a "working vacation" because there's always a story to tell and I make my living telling stories.

TuesdayJuly 8, 2014

Texas Tech cheerleader’s safari hunt stirs firestorm

Emotional reactions seem to block facts and logical thinking

FridayJune 27, 2014

Junior Conservation Camp got it right

Kids attending camp run by the Department of Environmental Protection gain valuable knowledge in a fun setting.

FridayJune 13, 2014

Lessons from a father to a son

This weekend pay tribute to the man who set you on life's course with a solid foundation.

WednesdayJune 4, 2014

Life lessons in the outdoors

Memories flood back at certain moments in time, like a graduation, where you're forced to realize a milestone has been passed.

MondayMay 12, 2014

Are W.Va. attitudes changing on Sunday hunting

After a dozen years, those who favor hunting on Sunday believe they have cracked a tough nut in the heart of the West Virginia hills.

WednesdayApril 30, 2014

A fish kill which is good news

Viral pathogen seems to single out invasive species in Kentucky

MondayMarch 31, 2014

The 20 year experiment continues

When you love what you do, you never work a day in your life.

SaturdayMarch 8, 2014

Baiting — the taboo subject

A legal and ethical discussion most hunters and lawmakers want to avoid

MondayFebruary 3, 2014

Randy Mazey, more than just a coach

Mountaineer baseball program reflects the character of their leader.