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Camping Missouri's State Parks

Campers, hikers, anglers and other outdoor enthusiasts love these parks in the Show Me State Bennett Spring was the first Missouri State Park I ever visited. As I rolled down the long and winding…
Frozen fish in a bag
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Tips for Freezing Fish

The fish you see in the photo is a halibut I caught in 2011. I found that package recently when I was organizing all the fish and game in my chest freezer. Somehow it had migrated to the bottom of…
News & Tips: A Guide to Choosing Baitcast Reels
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A Guide to Choosing Baitcast Reels

Many anglers shy away from baitcast reels due to some common fears. Hearing the dreaded term "bird nest" evokes a reluctance to give these reels a fair shake. Misconceptions that they are "difficult…
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Best Activities for Spring Camping

Get your boat out of winter storage, clear the cobwebs off your hiking boots and tie some flies. Here are some of the best activities to do while camping in the spring. Get On the Water For many…
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Choosing A Campground

There are more than 1,700 campgrounds in the United States, with more than 40,000 sites that can be reserved and thousands more remote sites, according to Reserve America. Some are in well-known…
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Dehydrating Food At Home

Dehydrated food can be a healthy and tasty way to eat when you're camping. With a little bit of planning, you'll be set for any upcoming camping trips. Dehydrating is also a great way to store your…
Why I Carry A concealed Firearm
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Why I Carry A Concealed Firearm

The Responsible Approach to Personal Protection It is important for anyone who is considering carrying a concealed firearm to know the laws and regulations related to the concealed carry of a…
Jeff Cooper's concept, the Scout Rifle
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Resurgance of the Scout Rifle

In the late 1960s, Gunsite Academy founder Jeff Cooper began structuring what he considered the ultimate general-purpose rifle. Throughout the next 30 years he worked with various custom rifles in an…
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Six Essentials For Your Spring Camping Adventure

Stop waiting for the perfect forecast to go camping. Get out there now with these six essentials for your springtime adventures. Sure summertime is the classic time to go camping, but don't forget…
skeet shooter
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Skeet Shooting Tips From a Pro

Cabela’s Pro Staffer and Olympic shooter Frank Thompson started shooting a shotgun in high school and never stopped. In this article Frank discusses the basics and provides tips for skeet shooting…
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How to Choose The Best Summer Camp For Your Kids

Not only do summer camps provide a long list of fun activities and excitement for kids, research published in Psychology Today found summer camps offer adolescents a wide range of psychosocial…
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Campsite Games for Groups

Maximize the fun on your next outdoor adventure with these great campsite games. While there is certainly plenty to keep you occupied in the great outdoors, it doesn't hurt to take along a few games…