The hide is about as important to a hunt as anything. Sometimes, however, you need to get creative to make it work in less-than-ideal situations. Here are a few ideas to work with the next time you encounter the need to overcome the obstacle of the no-hide situation.
Continuing on the who, how, and what of Makers Calls, we speak with Travis Ward. Travis is a guy who wants to make great calls to help people shoot ducks, and it’s really as simple as that. The best part is that he and Makers Calls delivers.
Swans. A few states offer swan hunts, and though many may be tempted to mount a bird with over a four-foot wingspan- if you happen to already have one hanging from the ceiling or aren’t interested in footing that sort of bill, we’ve got a great recipe for you to try with some of the worlds largest waterfowl.
Thinking about guiding? Just started as a guide in the outfitting industry? Check out this article for a few tips on how to succeed, what to avoid, and how to keep from burning out.
Preparing for your first waterfowl hunt can be daunting- it helps to have buddies who can show you the way but take a look at this article for a few extra tips on how to get ready for the whistling wings and reports of a 12ga on your first duck or goose hunt.
Makers Call Company is sky-rocketing to the top of the waterfowl call makers game- and for good reason. Ryan Barnes for Split Reed talks with Colton Thompson for Part 1 about the inception of the business and how they’ve grown to a powerhouse in the duck call business.
Hunting tips, tasty recipes, and more - Explore Duck Camp Dinners!
A refuge filled with gunpowder, tall tales, and boudin; this series will explore what it means to cook recipes from the “swamp floor pantry”, and explore Louisiana’s rich, complicated history with the outdoors.