Write On! So you want to be an outdoor writer…

Perhaps the most enjoyable aspect of my long run as Co-editor of this magazine (and yes, I’m still deeply involved although not in that capacity) was working with our fine contributors, many of whom became friends. Some of them were established writers who consistently submitted well-written material on appropriate topics, making my job [...]

Write On! So you want to be an outdoor writer…2023-11-16T14:16:02-07:00

Stalking Feet

While trying to get just a little closer to the prey, many hunters take off their boots and continue in stocking feet. This does two things: it cuts down on the noise, and it makes you walk very slowly. However, when you are finished stalking you have to get back to your boots, [...]

Stalking Feet2023-11-15T09:06:30-07:00

Wild Cuisine: Black Bear Shoulder Barbacoa

Black bear is, in my mind, the most underrated wild game that walks the North American continent. Their mild, tender flesh, when prepared properly, could easily pass for a fine cut of beef to even the most discerning diner. In fact, bear dishes that I’ve made for neighborhood parties typically disappear long before [...]

Wild Cuisine: Black Bear Shoulder Barbacoa2023-11-07T17:27:07-07:00

Make an Improved Sanding Block

For those of you who make bows, arrows, or any other thing of wood, you probably do a lot of sanding. I’ve had a few sanding blocks in my time, purchased from lumber stores with great enthusiasm. The enthusiasm generally wanes when I find I have to cut the sand paper to fit [...]

Make an Improved Sanding Block2023-10-31T14:26:23-06:00

H&S Knives Nomad

I’ve always had an appreciation for edged tools, especially the ones made one at a time, by hand. Commonly referred to as “artisans”, in some cases the title of “artist” might be more fitting for these makers of bespoke goods. Regardless of what you want to call the craftsman behind the scenes, they [...]

H&S Knives Nomad2023-11-11T07:54:47-07:00

Best Dressed Deer

There are a lot of deer processors who examine deer that come into their shops BEFORE agreeing to process them for “unlucky” hunters. I say unlucky because most hunters kill deer two or three times: once in the field, second when they field dress it, and third by overcooking in the kitchen. The [...]

Best Dressed Deer2023-10-24T13:48:00-06:00

Traditional Shooting in the Concrete Jungle

It is "that" time of the day, when the shadows lengthen and the wind calms, when I envision the movement of an elk as it manifests itself from the intense desire that has always been within me. I watch, and gauge its movement, anticipating its path, and decide when the opportunity to shoot will come to me

Traditional Shooting in the Concrete Jungle2023-10-24T14:06:08-06:00

Encountering a Trophy Mule Deer With a Traditional Bow

Remi Warren is known for his incredible footage, but it's usually with a compound bow in his hands. This short, self filmed video captures a moment where Remi experienced the rush of seeing a trophy mule deer while hunting with a recurve bow. How he was able to get such a close [...]

Encountering a Trophy Mule Deer With a Traditional Bow2023-10-18T10:57:40-06:00

In Search of 44-L

I was slipping out from the drawn-out awards program at the Pope and Young Club’s banquet in Phoenix two years ago when a good friend, Pete McKeen of K&P Outfitting, asked me to stop by his booth. “Hey, I have a slot open at Skinny Lake in 2016 if you want to come [...]

In Search of 44-L2023-09-20T12:02:38-06:00

Traditional Bowhunter’s Journey Podcast-Jim Willems

John Schneider of Food Afield Podcast had a chat with Pope & Young Club's past President, Jim Willems. Jim is an outstanding traditional bowhunter whose passion for bowhunting takes him far and wide. (see Show Notes below). If you enjoy this episode, please share with your friends. Click this link to listen to other [...]

Traditional Bowhunter’s Journey Podcast-Jim Willems2023-08-30T11:03:04-06:00
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