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Road Rage African Style… Give Elephants the Right-Of-Way
Don’t pass an elephant on the road… even if you’re polite & use your blinker. Watch what happens to this elephant.
This Ain’t No Bullwinkle… Check Out This Alaska Moose
Drool away folks… This trophy bull Alaska moose is an absolute monster.
Kryptek Cadog Shield Pants
Here is the NEW and Improved Kryptek Cadog Shield Pants in the new “HIGHLANDER” pattern.
Fast Action on Nebraska Antelope
“Don’t fall asleep, an antelope can come to water at any time during the day and it will happen fast” …Words of advice from my outfitter the morning on the first day of my first Nebraska Pronghorn antelope hunt.
Preparing Your Bow for Hunting Season
Randy Ulmer and Chuck Adams I am not, however, I can usually hit the broad side of a barn if my target is close enough to it. Most people who bow hunt are pretty fanatical and know what they need to do and when preparing your bow for hunting season. However, I have noticed we [...]
Field Judging Pronghorn Antelope
Field judging pronghorn antelope can be tough. There are three main considerations when field judging antelope: length of horn, mass, size of prong.
New World Record Mountain Goat Taken in British Columbia
A 2011 British Columbia Rocky Mountain goat taken by Troy M. Sheldon of Alexandria, KY is the new World Record Mountain Goat, according to B&C.
Hunting British Columbia | Russ Meyer Archery Black Bear
Hunting Trophy British Columbia Black Bear is an awesome experience. See 8-12 bears a day on this trip. Multiple chances to shoot a nice Black Bear
Texas Turkey Hunting Success
We had a great time Texas turkey hunting. He has lots of long beards, hogs and deer. My son, Myles, got his turkey within 30 minutes of the first day arriving at the lodge. This ranch was like hunting in a Mississippi river bottom. There are flowing creeks and large trees for the turkeys to [...]
South Texas Deer Hunting ROCKS!
The South Texas deer hunting Ranch (management) Hunt is a basic hunting package for a mature buck 4.5 years old or more with up to 150″ B&C.
Fallen Tree Kills Trophy Elk & 9 Point Whitetail Buck
Fallen Tree Kills Trophy Elk & 9 Point Whitetail Buck . These two big game animals were found pinned under tress, a classic case of natures revenge.
Ibex Hunting
Bezoar Ibex are one of the most sought after big game trophies in Asia. Bezoar Ibex have the longest horns of any animal in the world relative to their body size.
Hunting Nebraska | Russ Meyer Archery Antelope & Whitetail
Is anyone looking for a great archery antelope hunt with the option of a bonus whitetail buck and doe?? Well, Hunting Nebraska is the place.
How to Purchase Your Colorado Wildlife Habitat Stamp
THIS INFO IS THE SAME FOR EVERY APPLICATION, EITHER TAG OR PREFERENCE POINT; THE ONLY DIFFERENCE IS IN THE HUNT CODE YOU ENTER INTO THE FIRST CHOICE HUNT CODE BOX. Preference points are not weapon nor unit specific, just a point which can be used for that species with any weapon in any unit in [...]
2012 Arizona Elk Draw Results!
The 2012 Arizona Elk Draw results are due to be released any day now. All of our Arizona elk guides are chomping at the bit to begin working on our 2012 Arizona elk hunts and have already been out shed hunting for giant Arizona elk sheds this spring. 2012 promises to be another great year [...]
Moose Hunting Facts and How to Choose Where to Hunt Moose.
by Marc Warnke As a hunting consultant I am often in conversation with clients looking to hunt moose for the first time. Moose is a species that even most well traveled high budget hunters only do a few times in their lifetime. Not because they aren’t enjoyable, but more that they are a bucket list [...]
Our Top Whitetail Hunting Outfitters
by Cory Glauner With hundreds of thousands of deer hunters in the US and Canada today, bagging a trophy whitetail buck requires research, planning and most of all, choosing the right Outfitter. As hunting consultants, that is where we come in. Our job is to find you the type of hunt that you are looking [...]
Outfitter Report: Idaho Wolf Hunting Overview
Daily recap of last week’s Idaho wolf hunt. Two hunters and two guides. Day one, turned out to be rainy in the morning but the afternoon provided for some good weather and allowed some good wolf hunting. Glassed two wolves running the ridge we were actually on late afternoon. Made a game plan and went [...]
Elk Hunting in PA – New State Record Non-Typical Elk
Hunting Elk in Pennsylvania Did you know there is a big enough population of elk for a controlled hunt to take place in the state Pennsylvania? In fact there is enough elk for 18 lucky hunters to be able to have a hunt of a lifetime and chase an antlered (bull) elk in the state [...]
My Take on High Fence Hunting
As a hunting consultant I get asked all the time to discuss the issue of high fence hunting with clients who have never done it before. My opinion on this subject comes from my background and experience so let me fill you in there first. I grew up in Idaho bow hunting public land. I [...]
Trophy Shipping Options – Clearing Your Own Trophies
There are many trophy shipping options. Here is some good information for those of you who are interested in clearing your own trophies. We went to South Africa and Zimbabwe last summer and will have 2 crates, including some warthogs (which have to be signed off by USDA). We decided to clear our own trophies [...]
Antelope in Nebraska
Since 1953, 39,018 rifle hunters harvested 30,963 antelope in Nebraska for an average hunter success of 81 percent.
USFWS Wolf Report
Recently, US Fish and Wildlife Service issued a very interesting report on wolves in America. It appears that the service may be backing away from aggressive wolf expansion plans in most areas in America. There are a few exceptions where more wolves may be required by USFWS. Here is a quick summary: (1) Expanded Wolf [...]
Pickled Venison Heart Recipe
Do you have a venison heart in the freezer and you’re wondering what to do with it? If you’ve never eaten heart you are missing out. Here is a recipe for pickled venison heart from one of my friends on Twitter. Ingredients: 1 Head of garlic 2 small onions 1 sliced heart (preboiled until tender) [...]
So You Want to Go Polar Bear Hunting…
Few Hunting Trophies are more desirable than the Polar Bear Here’s what you need to know before you consider heading north to go polar bear hunting. First… It’ll be cold! Can you handle it? Going on a hunt in the arctic without good preparation and top-notch cold-weather gear can get you killed… period! Make sure [...]
Hunting Opportunities in Arizona Unit 22
Learn about Unit 22
A remote wilderness unit with good trophy quality.
Hunting Opportunities in Arizona Unit 5B North
Learn about Unit 5B North
An “easier” to draw elk hunting unit than some of the others in Arizona.
Things to Consider When Hunting Marco Polo Sheep
Hunting Marco Polo sheep is a very high altitude endeavor. Generally hunting camps are located around 10,000 feet above sea level, with the actual hunting taking place at elevations up to 15,000 feet or more. Acclimatization, or adjusting to that altitude, requires special techniques and medication.
Hunting Age Requirements for Each State
Getting kids into outdoor activities like hunting and fishing is very important to us here at Outdoors International. Some states have no hunting age requirements for big game hunting, but most states have a minimum hunting age requirement for young hunters. Be sure to research the big hunting game laws in your state for any [...]
Whitetail SLAM – The Ultimate Deer Hunting Challenge
Whitetail SLAM, LLC (www.WhitetailSLAM.com) is pleased to announce the official launch of Whitetail SLAM-a new multimedia platform that will educate, honor, recognize and award North American whitetail hunters who join the quest for a Whitetail SLAM. The mission of Whitetail SLAM is to give every hunter a slam they achieve hunting North America’s most popular [...]
Tian Shan Argali
The Tian Shan Argali (Ovis amon kerelini) is also called Argali del Tian Shan, Argali du Tian Shan. Most hunters consider all Argali’s Marco Polo Sheep. DESCRIPTION & TAXONOMY The Tian Shan argali category is divided into two races: heinsii and karelini. The karelini was described from the Ala Tau range north of Lake Issyk [...]
Travel Insurance for Hunters
Well worth the investment, if only for peace of mind on your hunt. Outdoors International HIGHLY recommends that you protect yourself with travel insurance policies providing for medical evacuation and for lost/stolen baggage, and trip cancellations. Our hunting consultants will do their very best to see that you do not have to use it, but [...]
Mountain Lion Facts
By T. R. Mader, Research Director | Abundant Wildlife Society of North America Mountain lions, also known as cougars, panthers, or pumas, are highly efficient predators. These cats have a wide range throughout the Western states, and populations are increasing. An individual cat’s range depends on food availability. Thus, a range can vary from 10 [...]
A Guide to Hunting the Alaska Peninsula Brown Bear
The Alaska Peninsula has the best coastal brown bear hunts in the world.
British Columbia Black Bear Hunt – Father/Child Special
*This Outfitter is fluent in German and has special packages available for European hunters.
OI Goes South Texas Whitetail Deer Hunting… and Then Some
While a lot of us were still recovering from the holiday hustle and bussel Cory Glauner, Marc Warnke and Trevor Brittingham of Outdoors International are in South Texas on a Whitetail Deer Hunt for some fun as well as testing their Kryptek Gear in some different country. The first morning proved to be a rather [...]
2012 Arizona Elk Regulations are Available
The application period for the 2012 Arizona Elk tags is underway The Arizona Game and Fish Department has brought back the online application system this year and interested applicants no longer have to front the money to apply. Just logon to http://www.azgfd.gov. The 2012 Arizona Elk forecast looks excellent as Arizona has received good moisture [...]
The 5 Top Rated Elk Hunts in Arizona
Our choices for the 5 Top Rated Elk Hunts in Arizona Arizona Hunt Unit 10 Unit 10 is currently our top choice for the best elk unit in Arizona. Unit 10 has incredible genetics and always produces 400 class bull elk annually. Besides the incredible genetics found in Unit 10, two of the biggest factors [...]
Huge Arizona Strip 13B Mule Deer
Arizona Strip hunt report from our Arizona mule deer Outfitter With the mule deer bucks on the Arizona Strip (Unit 13B) now being in the full rut, we had some great deer activity with lots and lots of deer being seen on this hunt. We were being picky because there was plenty of time to [...]
Alberta Grizzly Bear Caught on Trail Cam
Wow did I just have a few incredible in the bush! Have a moose hunter up from Pennsylvania right now and boy did we get a dandy Canadian moose…. and also had a run in with an Alberta grizzly bear! Might not sound too exciting but we are not supposed to grizzlies here! While we [...]
Mule Deer Hunting on the Arizona Strip Units 13A and 13B
The Arizona Strip is arguably the best mule deer hunting area. Mule deer bucks over 200″ B&C are taken EVERY year on the Arizona Strip, but hunters usually have to wait a decade or longer to hunt mule deer on the Arizona Strip. The success rate in the draw is 1%. Don’t gamble your success [...]
AVOID: Larry Bryant of Kamchatka Russia Fly Fishing
I’m writing this article with duty in mind to fellow hunters in telling them about which Outfitters to avoid when booking a hunt. Our story begins with a good relationship with Larry Bryant of Kamchatka Russia Fly Fishing. He was our “eyes on the ground” in Kyrgyzstan for our Ibex and Marco Polo hunts. We [...]
Early Season Elk Hunt
Early Season Elk Hunt: Enjoy this Early season archery elk hunt hunt sequence where Outdoors International’s Marc Warnke works in on a bull elk in the Rocky Mountains with his bow in hand. Marc and his cameraman, Trevor Brittingham started two hours before light climbing almost two thousand feet in elevation to get to the [...]
Moroccan Elk Stew Recipe
Serves 8 Also try: beef, lamb, bison, venison and other antlered game 4 pounds elk shoulder or haunch, cut into cubes 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 4 tablespoons grape seed oil or butter 1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 medium-size onions, roughly chopped 4 carrots, [...]
Tips on Tipping Your Guide for a Hunt
Because hunting guides are part of the service industry, it is customary, but not always expected, that a guide receives a gratuity from the client. Here are some “tips” on tipping your guide for a hunt. Recommended gratuity – A typical gratuity is between 10-20% of your hunt or daily rate total for a safari. [...]
Leopard Hunting Tips
The leopard is one of the most sought after hunting trophies, but also one of the hardest to come by. Leopards are solitary, and predominately nocturnal. They are clever and very wary. Success rates in hunting them are much lower than with most other species. Here are a few leopard hunting tips for you: If [...]
Hunter Review: British Columbia Mountain Goat Hunt
We just received the following photos from one of our clients who went on a British Columbia Mountain Goat hunt this year. Beautiful country! ~Congratulations Don Get more info about this British Columbia mountain goat hunt
Tips for Hunting in Alaska
Talk to a Consultant about Hunting in Alaska » Planning and preparation are key to a successfully hunting in Alaska. Talk with your hunting consultant to determine the best areas, Outfitter and times to hunt the species you seek. Purchase reliable equipment, and practice with it ahead of time. Be prepared physically and mentally for [...]
Archery Antelope Hunting Gear List
OI Approved Antelope Hunting Gear List for a “typical” archery antelope hunt. Your typical archery antelope hunt is in late August through September from a blind on a waterhole. The hotter and drier the weather, the better. Here is an antelope hunting gear list that we have put together for you. This gear is all [...]
Field Judging Caribou
Caribou have unique and complex antlers, so field judging caribou can be very tricky. They are the most difficult of North America’s big game animals to score. When field judging caribou, the bottom of the rack is extremely important to the overall score. What’s down below separates an average bull from a great bull.” Warren [...]
Outfitter Report: Nebraska Pre Rut Deer Hunting
Here are two bucks taken in Nebraska during the archery pre rut deer hunting season this past week (11/8/2011) at our Red Cloud Ranch in south-central Nebraska. One was taken by the Outfitter with a compound bow spotting and stalking to 20 yards, and the other by our hunter Jim Sanchez from a ladder stand [...]
Client Report: Dream Hunt for Elk in Northern Idaho
Leonard Vierra and Russ Meyer Hi Russ, Attached is my testimony and pictures of my “Dream Hunt” I just went on in Idaho. Lil and I are truly blessed to have made new friends. Your efforts have put me on cloud 9 for a lifetime. Many thanks to Carole for supporting us when you were [...]
SCI and the NRA Continue the Fight to Protect Idaho and Montana Wolf Hunts
SCI and the NRA are continuing their aggressive fight to protect the scientifically sound wolf hunts already underway in Montana and Idaho and to keep wolf management in the hands of the states. On November 8, 2011, SCI and NRA go back to court to battle anti-hunting organizations who ignore science for the purposes of [...]
Hunting Wolves with Eagles in Mongolia
In western Mongolia, an ancient tradition of Hunting Wolves with Eagles is still alive. We know from history that Genghis Khan had 1,000 hunting birds – eagles, falcons and gyrfalcons – and so did Kubla Khan. There were protected areas in the steppe marked with stones where only the khans were allowed to hunt. The [...]
Archer Shoots His Own Hand
This photo was supposedly taken on a cell phone last week after the guy took his friend bowhunter to Bass Pro Shop to buy his first bow. The clerk was ‘assisting’ him in zeroing it in, and, after shooting several arrows, making adjustments etc., the clerk accidentally handed him an arrow that was too short. [...]
National Right to Carry Reciprocity Act
H.R. 822 — National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Act — Heading to House Floor; Contact your Representative Now! As the NRA has been reporting week in and week out, H.R. 822 — the “National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Act of 2011″ is very good legislation for gun owners. The time is past due to dispel the alarmist rhetoric about [...]
See What Happens to an Elephant After Elephant Hunting
This is a pretty enlightening series of photos showing
what happens to an elephant after all of the elephant hunting is over.
Nothing is wasted.
OI Photo Contest | Win Outdoors International Gear
Outdoors International Contest!!!! It’s OI merchandise giveaway week….. Post your Trophy Big Game animal pictures on our Facebook page We will announce the winner on Friday Oct 28. Terri Callsen | Mule Deer 0 Votes (vote by leaving us a comment below all of the photos) Michael Turk – Antelope 0 Votes (vote by leaving [...]
B&C Confirms Wade Ward’s Oklahoma State Record Whitetail
Hunting during a cold snap on January 11, 2011, Wade Ward finally shot the new Oklahoma state record whitetail, a huge 14-pointer he’d been tracking on his trail camera for two years. The buck turned out to be the Sooner State’s third largest typical—and the largest ever taken with archery equipment. “We’d have 2 or [...]
New Ohio Record Whitetail Shot by a Bow Hunter
One of our clients just sent this story of a new Ohio record whitetail to us: Right in my back door. I am telling you the next world record typical whitetail will come from Ohio in the next couple years. There is a typical 16-pointer right across my street that will be right up there [...]
Wolf Attacks Woman in Idaho (updated)
In an email from her son: Last night I received a phone call from my mother who lives in Headquarters. She informed me that on Sunday while bow hunting she was attacked by a wolf. A few of you know that she is not your typical mother or grandmother. She has worked as a professional [...]
2011 Arizona Elk Hunting Season Results
There isn’t much to say about these elk hunting photos other than WOW!!! Check out these incredible bulls that one of our Outfitters took during the 2011 Arizona elk hunting season. The pictures speak for themselves. What an incredible season. Here’s what he had to say: … the Good Lord has blessed us with some [...]
New World Record Typical Mule Deer
George Harms shot the new World Record typical mule deer in Mexico with his bow in 2009. It officially scores 205 0/8 P&Y and exceeds the previous world record typical mule deer that was taken in Colorado in 1979 which scores 203 1/8. With all of the political turmoil in Mexico for the last few [...]
Sub Species of Elk: American Elk, Roosevelt Elk and Tule Elk
There are at least six sub species of elk according to biologist Olaus Murie, who studied them extensively over his lifetime. Of the six sub species of elk in North America, there are three sub species of elk with hunt-able populations classified by the Boone and Crockett club. The American Elk, the Roosevelt Elk and [...]
Field Judging Elk
Field judging elk really isn’t that difficult if you use these simple tips. For a typical American elk, Boone and Crockett requires a minimum of 360 points to enter the Awards Book, and 375 points for entry into the All-time Records Book. For most bulls, inside spread is only 10-15 percent of its score. Mass [...]
Life Lessons Learned While Elk Hunting
I’ve hunted a lot of elk. I’ve guided a lot of elk hunts as well. If I’ve learned one thing it’s that elk hunting parallels life… and life isn’t fair. Be careful what you ask for, ’cause you just might get it. You’re not as good as you think you are. Once you get to [...]
Idaho Archery Elk Hunt Video | OI Team
Watch the Outdoors International Team in this Idaho archery elk hunt video. Russ and Cory pass on a few small bulls at ridiculously close range (-2 yrds) and just minutes after that Russ calls in a bull and Marc arrows him at 8 yards. It was one of those special days in the elk woods [...]
Montana Woman Charges Grizzly, Saves Boy
Check out this wild tale written by Rich Landers in The Spokesman-Review via Missoulian.com: A young woman on a big horse charged out of the pack of grizzly bear stories this summer near Glacier National Park. In a cloud of dust, the 25-year-old wrangler likely saved a boy’s life while demonstrating that skill, quick-thinking and [...]
S4 Gear Sidewinder Evo Review | Rangefinder Tether
A Little History On S4 Gear: S4Gear makes innovative outdoor stuff. S4Gear is based in Eugene, Oregon and was born in the woods. Features of the Sidewinder Evo: Built on the overwhelming success of the SideWinder, the Evo is the next generation of retractable gear deployment systems. The SideWinder EVO is the outdoor enthusiast’s solution [...]
Outfitter Report: Archery Oregon Elk Hunt
One of our clients just got an archery Oregon elk. His first bull ever. He and his father were hunting with one of our elk hunting Outfitters in Oregon. Congratulations John! It’s exciting this time of year when our clients and Outfitters are sending us their photos and stories. Keep ‘em coming guys! Here’s what [...]
Kryptek Gear Reveiw | Hunting Apparel
A Little History On Kryptek: Kryptek has introduced a technical hunting clothing line that has Military tactical apparel attributes imbedded in it. Many of these features have come to fruition from years of combat in ultra extreme conditions and environments. They saw that the hunting apparel industry was lacking a technical clothing line that was [...]
Customs Declaration Form 4457
Here at Outdoors International it is not only our duty to help our clients find the best hunts around the world, but also help them with them solve problems with International travel before they happen. There is a new focus on an old law that US travelers, and especially hunters need to be aware of. [...]
South African Cape Buffalo Hunt
The Cape Buffalo is considered by some to be the most dangerous of all of the Big Five. While he seems docile enough when viewed undisturbed in the herd, when agitated or wounded this bovine can be extremely aggressive, vindictive, and cunning. This South African Cape Buffalo hunt takes place on a 25,000 – 30,000 [...]
Hunting Too Hard?
I was thinking about my 2008 season and the adventures I had taken and the people I had met. I must tell you that if it were not for the outdoor experiences I would not have met these people. Living in Nevada everything involving Big Game requires a draw and I was lucky enough to [...]
Client Report: Alberta Bison Hunt Review
“[...] my long awaited trip to northern Alberta to hunt free range Bison was a resounding success. After several days of scouting the Alberta bush, day 4 dawned with some fast action and a Bison double on the ground. During the hunt we also saw numerous Black Bear & Lynx, along with Wolf & Wolverine. [...]
Tips for Americans Bringing Firearms to Canada
It used to be easy for hunters to transport game and firearms across the Canada/US border. Unfortunately, those days are gone forever. Security concerns have made crossing the border with firearms, trophies, or game meat far more complex. Here’s a quick run down of what a traveling hunter needs to know. Prepare in Advance Research [...]
Trail Camera Photos
This Nebraska whitetail hunting Outfitter is located in South-Central Nebraska and offers Trophy Whitetail hunts on private farms and ranches. This Outfitter has a long history in South-Central Nebraska and their family has been hunting whitetail there for over 70 years. Just south of Smithfield, Nebraska (pop. 60) lays Turkey Creek Farms bought by his [...]
Bowhunting in Zimbabwe
Bowhunting in Zimbabwe wasn’t legal until 1989, when the government began to allow bowhunting under special exception of the law, and in 1999 Zimbabwe officially opened bowhunting under new legislation. Bowhunting in Zimbabwe may only take place on private (alienated) Land or tribal (communal) Land. Bowhunting on National Parks Safari Areas is illegal in Zimbabwe. [...]
Field Judging Eland
The Eland is the largest species of antelope in Africa and one of its’ most sought after spiral horned trophies. While field judging Eland, body size and appearance is the easiest way to confirm the maturity of a possible trophy bull. When field judging Eland, a few characteristics are to be considered: Mature Eland bulls [...]
Who says Kudu can’t jump?
Check out this series of amazing kudu photos of a pride of lions trying to catch a kudu bull… well, the kudu showed them his athletic skills. Who says Kudu can’t jump?……. Amazing Kudu Photos
Outfitter Report: Tough Conditions | Idaho Mountain Lion Hunt
One of our hunters just got back from another successful wilderness, horseback mountain lion hunt. Conditions were rough because there was no snow. They rode lots of miles on the horses, but never could cut a fresh track on the dry ground. They found a lot of kills, but they were mostly wolf kills. Wolves [...]
Idaho Bear Hunting
“Went Idaho bear hunting after work last Thursday… it was raining, sleeting and snowing on way up to tree stand. At 8:00 p.m. I saw the big cinnamon that I was at full draw on a week prior cruising the perimeter but he decided at the last minute not to come into the bait. At [...]
A Utah Easter Hog “Hunt”
Hog hunting in Utah you ask? Well, kind of… For the past few years we have gone camping with my wife’s family in Utah during Easter weekend. Our traditional Easter camping spot is about a mile or so away from a big ranch loaded with exotic game including Russian Boar and I’m intrigued every time [...]
Alaska Fishing Guides Talk Funny
Image credit: Cameron Miller Fishing guides spend a lot of time together in remote places. Over time, an Alaska fishing guides staff dialect develops to the point of becoming close to a foreign language. If you’re planning a fly-fishing trip to Alaska this summer, learning the terms in this handy glossary will help you understand [...]
Scoring Cape Buffalo
A good buff is an old buff – no two ways about it! An old cape buffalo can be judged on the hoof by looking at their boss and other factors such as body development, penis sheath, hanging testicles, posture etc. The important part of buffalo hunting is getting as close as possible so that [...]
Cape Buffalo
Cape Buffalo – Cyncerus Caffer The Cape buffalo is a large African bovine whose aggressive, unpredictable nature makes it highly dangerous to hunt. For that reason, the Cape buffalo is one of the most highly regarded big game animals and a member of the “big five”. Known as “Black Death” in Africa, it kills over [...]
How to Apply for Arizona Hunt Permits
Apply for Arizona hunt permits for mule deer, bighorn sheep, fall turkey, fall buffalo, fall javelina and pheasant by: Tuesday, June 14, 2011 by 7 p.m. (MST) Postmarks do not count. There is no online application process. Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at 7 p.m. (MST) is the deadline to submit an application for a hunting [...]
How to Obtain a US Passport
Passport Application Process Before my first International hunting trip I didn’t know where to start in the passport application process, how much it would cost or how long it would take. I bet there are a lot of you out there in the same boat, so here is what I found out. ————————— A passport [...]
Elephant Hunting – An Alternative View
By: Garth Owen-Smith, Co-director of IRDNC Namibia Over the past years the escalating media frenzy, sensational headlines and misinformation over the Ministry of Environment and Tourism’s issuing of trophy elephant hunting permits in Namibia has been incredible. Having worked as an agricultural official in the then Kaokoveld (1968-70), I was in charge of the Endangered [...]
Elk Hunting Review: The Misadventures of Rance and Dave
Three or four elk hunting seasons ago, I guided Dave Brucken and Dr. Rance Gamblin on an Idaho archery elk hunt. Dave works for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and wrote a story about our little adventure that was later published in their Bugle Magazine. He and I have stayed in touch and he has [...]
The Latest on Lion Manes
Research on Lion Manes A new study conducted by scientists at the Chicago Field Museum and published in the Journal of Zoology sheds some light on the controversial topic of why lion manes vary so much among wild lions. According to the study, wild lions generally develop manes in accordance with local climates. In Equatorial [...]
Mountain Lion Kills Wolf
This story originally came from Camofire. If anybody has more information, be sure to let us know. Supposedly some hound hunters ran this lion near Garden Valley a few weeks ago. They heard a big fight going on and by the time they got there, the mountain lion was treed over a dead wolf. Pretty [...]
Idaho Turkey Hunting – First Outing
There is nothing like the first hard hunt of the season after the long winter months here in Idaho… the chance to get out, stretch your legs, and take in that mountain air. My opportunity came last month when co-worker, Marc Warnke, and I needed to visit one of our outfitters for some Idaho turkey [...]
South Africa Lion Hunting | Client Review
I hunted two years ago I went on my first African Safari and the PH has kept in touch and baited me with the opportunity of South Africa Lion Hunting. I eventually took the bait and in the end booked myself and both of my sons for the trip to South Africa. When hunting the [...]
62% of Idaho Wolves Collected from 2006-2008 Carry the Disease Echinococcus Granulosus
Echinococcus granulosus is a parasitic tapeworm (cestode). Adult tapeworms, 3-5 mm long, produce eggs which are expelled from canids in feces. Can humans get infected with Echinococcus granulosus? Yes, humans can be infected by ingesting eggs from canid feces, usually from a domestic dog. In humans, hydatid cysts usually develop in the liver or lungs. [...]
Outfitter Report: 2001 Alaska Mountain Goat Hunt Report
Our Alaska Mountain Goat Hunting Outfitter sent us his year end Alaska Mountain Goat Hunt Report: Hi All, The Alaska goat hunting season is over and was 100% success. We had hunters from Italy, Hungary, and Norway. (By way of Texas) This year was very smooth and all of the goats were scouted and patterned [...]
Venison Pot Roast Recipe – Redneck Soul Food
When I think of Soul Food, I think venison pot roast. Remember the homemade meals mom and grandma used to labor over for hours in the kitchen. This venison pot roast recipe filled the house for hours with the unmistakable aroma of love. These meals were the kind of meals childhood memories are made of [...]
Outfitter Report: A Buck in Hand is Worth Several in the Cholla Patches
2010 Mexico Mule Deer Hunt by David Pereda “I think we might have messed up. I can’t get rid of these butterflies I got in my stomach thinking about that buck.” “Really? You think we should have shot him?” It was now dark on the first day of my client’s Mexico Mule Deer hunt and [...]
What To Consider When Booking a Baited Bear Hunt
I have killed multiple black bears over bait with archery equipment in Canada and in the Lower 48. I have also baited bears for myself for multiple bear hunting seasons here in my home state of Idaho. Bear hunting can be a lot of fun because of the amount of activity you will have if [...]
The LockDown uses a pliable cover for a low profile fit & ShockCord Security Straps to fasten optics... 