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Video: Jep Robertson of ‘Duck Dynasty’ Sounds Off on Suppressors
"Getting a suppressor is like getting a tattoo. Once you have one, you gotta have more."
So says Jep Robertson as he appears in a video promoting Silencerco's #FightTheNoise campaign. As it turns out, the Duck Dynasty star is quite the fan of suppressors and is more than happy to show off a part of his collection. Jep also gave his two cents on hunting with suppressors, which as a Louisiana resident he was now able to enjoy.
"I was chatting with the governor and we were talking about hunting with suppressors. We were talking about how safe it it is for your hearing, you know,...
Amateur Researcher Says Loch Ness Monster is a Giant Catfish
Steve Feltham, 52, is best known as one of the leading figures in the hunt for the Loch Ness Monster, commonly called "Nessie" after the lake in the Scottish Highlands. Almost 25 years ago, Feltham left his home, job, and girlfriend in southwest England to join the hunt for the legendary creature. Feltham has spent so much time searching for Nessie---nearly half his life---that the Guinness Book of World Records recognized him for the longest continuous hunt for the monster, but that hunt may soon be over. Feltham recently told ...
Video: Japanese Develop Terrifying “Bear Proof” Cube for Game Show
This terrifying Plexiglas cube is like a shark cage for bears, but much more terrifying.
We're not entirely sure what's going on in this video, but according to the description we are watching a demonstration of the "predator shield." The shield was created to protect contestants in a Japanese game show.
The "shield" is easily tossed around by the brown bear in the video, making the experience all the more terrifying for the person in the cube.
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The BAREBOW! Chronicles: “What Do You Mean, ‘It Has Teats!’?”
Sometime in the early part of 2000, I asked Mark Buehrer of Bowhunting Safari Consultants to book me an August 2001 hunt up in Alaska for barren ground caribou. I had never so much as seen a single bull during my first try for the species in 1999, but Mark assured me he had personally hunted them with Bob Adam’s Guide Service out of Eagle River, Alaska, and that---if he booked a hunt for me there---I would have no shortage of animals to pursue in Adam’s outfitter area.
As a way of expressing my gratitude to Gary Coleman, who had guided me to my Nevada desert bighorn in December of 1999,...
Photos: Gas Station Owner Says Shotgun Booby Trap Deters Thieves
A Mississippi gas station found itself in the spotlight after photographs of a "shotgun booby trap" in the store surfaced on the internet.
The images below were taken by a visitor to the Clarke County gas station and shared on reddit, where it started a discussion on the legality of such traps.
After all, shotgun traps are commonly seen in television and film, such as one notorious scene the 2004 film Saw, but are they legal? According to one Mississippi lawyer, it may depend on whether the gun is loaded.
“Generally people don’t have a right to enter your...
To Catch a Bass: What You’ll Need
Bass are the top freshwater game fish in North America and with good reason---they are challenging to catch and extremely fun. With a wide range and an aggressive nature, bass are the fish of dreams for weekend warriors and seasoned professional anglers alike. Having the right gear is vital to putting fish in the boat.// <![CDATA[
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Texas Records First-ever Case of Chronic Wasting Disease
Texas officials held a special, rushed meeting on Thursday after experts confirmed what is believed to be the state's first recorded case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) earlier this month.
In the meeting, hundreds of biologists, conservationists, and individuals involved in the captive deer industry gathered at Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) Headquarters in Austin. They were there to discuss the case of CWD found in a Medina County deer farm, and what it could mean for the future of deer in Texas.
"It is important for all of us to remember that Chronic Wasting Disease doesn’t pick...
Video: Watch This Full-auto .45 ACP “FrankenUZI” in Action
Fully automatic .45 ACP Uzis aren't exactly rare, but we've never seen one with this kind of setup before. According to the person who uploaded the video below, the wooden foregrip and stock were custom-built by the owner of the firearm. This is probably because the traditional Uzi stock is rather painful to use.
We're not sure what it does for the overall aesthetic, but the wooden parts seem a little too bulky to be comfortable. Judging by the way the shooter holds the foregrip, either he needs some bigger mitts or the grip needs another trip to the work table.
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Bear Breaks into Pie Shop, Devours 38 Full Pies
Owners of a pie shop in Pinewood Springs, Colorado say a bear broke into the store on Monday night and had a massive, sugary feast. According to Mikaela Lehnert, who operates the Colorado Cherry Company along with her mother Kristi, the bear's raid yielded some interesting conclusions regarding its taste in pies.
“Cherry and apple was his favorite. He passed over the strawberry rhubarb,” Kristi Lehnert told KDVR.
Bears are not usually known for being picky eaters, but this one apparently...
10 Deer Hunting Hacks You Should Already Know
Hunters are always looking for the best new tips and tricks that will give them an edge against their quarry, but sometimes the old ways work best. Here are 10 effective, cheap, and common-sense hunting hacks that will make your next deer hunt a little bit more enjoyable---and hopefully more successful as well.
1. Tic Tac silence method
How quiet do you think you are while walking? One method to test that is to put half-empty containers of Tic Tacs in your pockets and go for a stroll. If you are making too much noise, you should slow down your gait until the jumbling mints are barely...
Paintball-like “Archery Tag” Rises in International Popularity
At the sound of a whistle, two teams of five rush out into a battlefield dotted with inflatable barriers, each player armed with a bow and a single foam-tipped arrow. The teams take cover and quickly begin launching volley after volley of arrows at one another, hoping to tag opponents or knock out the five discs of a small target on the opposite end of the field.
Is this something you would be interested in? If so, you may want to think about signing up for archery tag, a sport that is touted as a cross between archery, dodgeball, and paintball. The activity is loosely managed by the...
Photos: Angler Finds Baby Duck Inside Bass
A woman near Pittsboro, Indiana did a double take when she looked inside a recently-caught bass and found a duckling.
"I guess baby duck was on the menu for this bass that Andrew caught tonight. I'm a little disturbed," Carrie Fortner wrote on Facebook.
Now many anglers already know that bass---and many other fish---will snack on the occasional baby duck, but it is entirely different to see it firsthand.
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Illinois Governor Gives Go-ahead to Bobcat Hunt
For the first time in nearly 40 years, Illinois hunters will be able to pursue bobcats again.
On Tuesday, Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner signed a bill that will open up a limited bobcat season in 2016---much to the disappointment of animal rights activists. In a press release, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) heavily criticized Rauner for signing the bill.
"To get the bill passed through the legislature, lawmakers relied on absurd and outlandish exaggerations about bobcats---who are shy and elusive creatures that only weigh slightly more than an average house cat---and...
An Angler’s Gear Essentials
Fishing is a great way to make memories in the outdoors, either by yourself, with friends, or with your family. A day on the water can make memories that last a lifetime. If you’re like me and you love to catch redfish, flounder, and tuna as much as you love to catch bass, crappie, and catfish, you know it can be tough to figure out where to get your fishing gear. Cabela’s is a great place to find everything you need to make that fishing trip successful, for both fresh and saltwater fishing. Here are some great examples of what Cabela’s has to offer for both Read more »
Video: Idaho Moose Hogs Above-ground Pool
Record high temperatures in Idaho have led to some strange things in the Gem State, such as this moose taking over an above-ground pool in Athol.
Moose are already more than happy enough to hog pools, but Samantha McGinnis told KREM 2 that this critter has been back three times and seems to be sticking around.
While it's interesting to watch, moose can make for poor house guests and are often dangerous. Some experts recommend disassembling pools or...
Video: Pistol-equipped Drone Takes Shots in Midair
This video is causing a stir in both the drone and firearms community. It appears to show a homemade quadcopter flying and firing a Kel-Tec PMR-30.
With over 30 rounds of .22 Magnum, that's some serious firepower for a flying drone. It actually seems like the setup of this drone was optimized the handle the recoil of the pistol. The increased distance between the front and rear propellers helps to overcome the recoil of a gun, thereby creating a more stable shooting platform. The drone even adjusts to the recoil changing its height and position after each shot.
While this is not the...
The Business of Bear Bait
Thousands of bear hunters go to the woods each year in an attempt to attract a wary black bear to a bait site. Where do they get all those goodies? Here’s how one entrepreneur took the bear bait business to a whole new level.
Cory Carlson was a part of a group of eight people who hunted bears together each year near Aitkin, Minnesota. It was always a struggle to get enough bait, and Cory seemed to be the guy who was able to get the most bait. The other hunters often used up what he brought. He decided to buy a bunch of licorice and see if he could sell it to other bear...
Florida Man Arrested for Riding Sea Turtle, Spearing Shark
A 31-year-old Miami man was arrested in Florida over the weekend for allegedly harassing a sea turtle and illegally spearing a nurse shark, all in the same day. According to authorities, Carlos Argen Hernandez was booked into Monroe County Jail on Sunday and released shortly afterwards on a $4,700 bond.
Witnesses took video of the man's activities earlier in the day when he jumped into the water near Conch Key and began wrestling a large sea turtle. Hernandez eventually subdued the animal and attempted to ride it before taking it to shore.
"He was with his girlfriend and had jumped in...
Whitewater Rafting Guide Rescues Orphaned Bear Cub
Danny Allen has been rafting in Tennessee's Nolichucky River for most of his life, but he never saved a bear before. Allen, an experienced raft guide with High Mountain Expeditions, picked up a tiny, malnourished bear cub last week after discovering it stranded on a beach. Allen's fellow guides told him that the young female had been on the beach for four days straight and appeared to be starving---the cub even attempted to swim out to the rafts on at least one occasion.
“All my guides told me the bear was approaching more and more each...
Video: 15 of the Worst Taxidermy Fails Ever
When done correctly, taxidermy is a time-honored art that restores harvested animals to near life-like perfection. From the glint in that buck’s eyes to the moisture on its nose, a great taxidermist is an expert at paying attention to the details. However, the taxidermy you are about to watch has very little resemblance to the original animal. These taxidermy fails range from horrifying to hilarious.
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