Author: Josh Honeycutt

There is often a stigma of discrimination placed on participation in the outdoors. Or at least, there use to be. The amount of female involvement in outdoor affairs has exploded within the last couple decades. No longer is the outdoors “claimed by men.” Nor should it be. Hunting, fishing, and shooting sports are all magnificent ways for men and women alike to enjoy the adventures offered by the outdoors. Today, many ladies are showing their skills are as keen as any to be found. The wildlife we pursue is a treasured resource, and these women understand that. For some, their…

Those who plan to use turkey decoys should understand the ins and outs, advantages and disadvantages, do’s and don’ts, and other elements of using these turkey hunting tools. Of course, to deploy a real deal deke plan, you must understand the best turkey decoy tips and strategies for success. Here’s what to know. Turkey Body Language and Decoy Postures you need to know Part of a successful turkey decoy plan requires understanding turkey body language. After all, decoys mimic specific body postures, moods, etc. This directly impacts what decoys you use, when you use these, and how. Here are key…

Check out these awesome items available to bowhunters this season. Bowhunting revolves around the best compound hunting bows. But new archery gear plays a massive role in it, too. From on-bow accessories to other supporting items, there’s a big new crop of archery gear for 2024. Here are some of the best products available to consumers this season. 30-06 Outdoors Next Level Pack Those looking to outfit their bow with accessories at a great price should consider the Next Level Pack by 30-06 Outdoors. It includes a 6-piece kit, including a sight, stabilizer, rest, sling, quiver, and more. It has…

E-bikes are among the latest gear categories to sweep over the outdoor industry. These powerful tools are being adopted by more hunters each year, and for good reasons. These offer solutions to challenges hunters face that other tools cannot. As such, more e-bike models are hitting the market each year to satisfy increasing demand among sportsmen. Here are 11 awesome e-bike options for outdoorsmen and women in 2024. Bakcou Storm Jager The Storm Jager by Bakcou is an excellent offering for 2024. Named the Jager after the German word for “hunter,” it gets its namesake appropriately. The frame size is…

This once was a staple in the whitetail’s diet. Someday, it will be again. Once upon a time, the American chestnut tree dominated the American landscape. It was home to the eastern states, and it provided a lot of hard mast for man and animal alike. Humans, deer, and countless other animals benefitted from this staple food source. Of course, it was also used for lumber due to its impeccable resistance to rotting. Because of its incredible value to humans and wildlife, the loss of it came as a terrible tragedy. In 1904, a blight from Asia called Cryphonectria arrived…

Photos by Honeycutt Creative  Know what to look for when searching for the best deer hunting land available to you Colder days are here, and so is deer season. Some might already have their dream deer hunting land. Others might not. Regardless, all hunters should search for a great deer hunting tract, all the components that create one, and steps to take to find the perfect deer hunting property. Know the Big Boxes to Check Some aspects of finding the perfect tract of hunting land are important above all else. Even though it’s destined to be a recreational property, this…

How Ashley Wozniak Arrowed the Ohio Buck of Her Dreams Hunter: Ashley Wozniak Buck Score: 162⅜ inches Date of Harvest: 27, 2022 Location of Harvest: Tuscarawas County, Ohio Weapon of Harvest: Hoyt Eclipse Last season, Ashley Wozniak came face-to-face with a 5½-year-old Whitetail nicknamed “Payback.” Her family had two years of history with the buck. During the 2021-22 season, they had several encounters with him, but decided to give it one more year. Last fall, Wozniak hoped to cross paths with the Whitetail and fill the tag using her bow. “Growing up, my family always hunted during gun season,” she…

A look at 30 famous whitetail counties and their claims to fame Deer hunters have heard legendary stories about the likes of high-profile whitetail counties for decades. Places like Buffalo County, Wisconsin, Pike County, Illinois, and Warren County, Iowa, among others, are big-buck destinations hunters have hunted, or dreamed of hunting. Obviously, some counties are incredibly famous for whitetails. Whether that’s for putting a lot of big bucks in the books, or putting especially famous bucks in the books, some county names are quite familiar to a lot of outdoorsmen. We call these the kingmaker counties. Obtaining this reputation is…

Stay ahead of the game by avoiding these coyote hunting mistakes New coyote hunters have steep learning curves to overcome. They often make rookie coyote hunting mistakes that ruin their hunts. It’s important to avoid these blunders and to go into the hunt with the ability to overcome common challenges that arise from a lack of knowledge. 1. Not Scouting Digitally Those who don’t use modern scouting tools are missing out on exceptional opportunities to increase efficiency. Digital scouting helps hunters identify likely hotspots to locate coyote strongholds. It also reveals where the local coyotes might be vulnerable, such as…

A look at everything from the humble .410 turkey shotgun to the mighty 10-gauge and everything in between. My good turkey hunting friend once said, “Never insult a man’s wife, dog, or turkey gun.” I disagreed. While I’d never insult a man’s wife, or his mangiest of dogs, I’ll tell him exactly what I think about his blasted turkey shotgun. He’ll hear it straight from me, and no one else. If I think it’s lord of all gobbler killers, shining in glory and brimming with honor, I’ll name it so. If it’s the scum of the turkey shotgun earth, unfit…