Posted on July 31, 2009 by Jim Braaten
The wind of change is starting to blow as it relates to how we all might someday enjoy our deer hunting experience in Minnesota. Are you willing to accept a few rule modifications for the promise of more bigger bucks?
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Posted on July 29, 2009 by Jim Braaten
Two exciting and upcoming outdoor events offer youths a chance to discover new ways to enjoy the outdoors. Mark your calendar with plans to attend one or both of these family-oriented events being held during the next three summer weekends.
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Posted on July 28, 2009 by Jim Braaten
Take a break this coming weekend by checking out a unique, family-oriented outdoors event. Southeast Minnesota plays host to the 2nd Annual Tri-State Outdoor Festival being held at the Winona County Farigrounds.
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Posted on July 25, 2009 by Jim Braaten
During the past few years big game hunters have been encouraged to consider going non-toxic or lead-free with their ammunition choices. It now appears ammunition manufacturers are helping make this transition possible by providing more choices for the consumer.
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Posted on July 22, 2009 by Jim Braaten
How you interpret the wind and understand its unique effects on our time spent outdoors can lead to more enjoyable days spent afield or on the water.
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Posted on July 22, 2009 by Jim Braaten
Then along comes an aquarium toilet. Seriously, who comes up with this stuff? Perhaps even more importantly, who in their right mind actually buys this stuff? Check it out:
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Posted on July 17, 2009 by Jim Braaten
Blogging has become a unique mechanism for communicating and sharing the outdoor experience. It takes effort on the part of both bloggers and readers alike to make the effort worthwhile and meaningful.
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Posted on July 14, 2009 by Jim Braaten
Sportsmen have witnessed many changes in the way outdoor products are sold through the mail over the past several decades. Here’s a quick look back at where we’ve been, as well as where the outdoors industry might be headed in the future.
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Posted on July 12, 2009 by Jim Braaten
In short: trying to recover from a bone headed move. Let me explain. I have a series of trail cameras positioned in various areas of the woods where I deer hunt. I don’t check them often…maybe once ev…
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Posted on July 10, 2009 by Jim Braaten
Admit it we all have them — those exciting outdoor adventures we spend our days thinking about only wishing we could someday experience. Well, as it turns out, there’s no better time to act on those daydreams than right now.
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