iˌniSHēˈāSHən: the action of admitting someone into a secret or obscure society or group, typically with a ritual “This is a big animal…and such a little knife,” I thought to myself. The celebration is over. The tag is notched. It is time to begin the daunting task of getting this elk processed, packed, and cooled. … [Read more…]
igˈzôsCHən: 1) a state of extreme physical or mental fatigue, 2) the action or state of using something up or of being used up completely This story is about Day 4 of the hunt, or as Jerud calls it, “the lowest day”. Whether you choose to interpret that figuratively or literally, you’re right. Some of … [Read more…]
Are you shopping for a hunter or outdoorsman in your life? Or are you the outdoorsman that’s wondering what you can put on your Christmas wishlist, to share with friends and family? Either way, I’ve got some great ideas for you. Here is something for everyone and every budget… Gifts Around $25 or Less! Books from … [Read more…]
Selecting footwear is one of the most important gear decisions that an outdoor enthusiast can make. I am approaching this review from the perspective of bowhunting elk in mountainous terrain, but my history with backpacking and trail running have always demanded that I pay careful attention to how I protect and care for my feet. … [Read more…]
Jerud flipped over in his sleeping bag and shook my shoulder with excitement… “Wake up! Did you hear that? A bugle!” Apparently Jerud had been sleeping soundly for the last 4 hours, because bugles had been ringing through the night for at least that long. They began somewhere around 2AM, and got closer and closer … [Read more…]