Unsure how to set up your duck decoys this season? How far should the decoys be from your blind? Well, the quick and simple answer is somewhere between 15-30 yards. Preparing your decoy spread can be fun and straightforward as long as you keep a few basics in mind. You want your decoy spread to appear natural. You want the space between decoys to match how close … [Read more...] about How Far to Set Duck Decoys from Your Blind
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How to Hunt Rabbits With a .22
Hunting rabbits is a great way to continue hunting outside of the other major hunting seasons (deer, duck, and turkey). In most states rabbit hunting is open year round although some seasons are better than others as discussed below. A .22 is a great weapon of choice for hunting small game like rabbits that is both challenging and effective. Checkout our list of tips … [Read more...] about How to Hunt Rabbits With a .22
How Often Should You Call a Turkey
One of the most common questions new turkey hunters struggle with is how often they should call a turkey. This question is a bit more complicated than it might seen but if we had to answer, here it is: You should call a turkey roughly every 15 minutes, each time calling about 5 times. Calling turkeys is something that you will get a better feel for over time. Below … [Read more...] about How Often Should You Call a Turkey
How to Get a Blue Patina on Carbon Steel
Many knife owners, including chefs, tout the benefits of carbon steel over stainless steel. The main benefit being that it holds an edge longer. While carbon steel has some advantages over stainless steel, one of it's downsides is that it is prone to rusting. Luckily, a patina on the blade can help minimize the possibility of rust. This article is going to show you … [Read more...] about How to Get a Blue Patina on Carbon Steel
How Far to Lead a Duck
If you are struggling to hit ducks, where it seems like you are doing everything "right" but still miss... Don't worry, we have all been there (and sometimes revisit). Sadly, it is impossible to calculate exactly how much you should lead a duck on the fly especially given all the of variables at play. But with the right technique and some practice you can develop … [Read more...] about How Far to Lead a Duck