Bill Cooper News & Tips

Squirrel photo by Denver Bryan,Images on the Wildside...
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4 Tips to Hunting Summertime Squirrels

Squirrel hunting is not the national past time it once was, but it is a fun way to sharpen shooting and hunting skills…
News & Tips: 3 Tips for Catching Hot Weather Trout
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3 Tips for Catching Hot Weather Trout

Trout fishing in the lakes and streams of the Missouri Ozarks is a year round affair. However, most fly fishing trips…
News & Tips: 3 Tips to Know When Planning Your First Bear Hunt...
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3 Tips to Know When to Plan Your First Bear Hunt

Bear hunting is an outdoor pursuit which gets the adrenaline pumping immediately when the action begins. If you're…
News & Tips: How to Easily Create Camp Shelter Using a Canoe...
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How to Easily Create Camp Shelter Using a Canoe

Camping along the riverbanks makes for a great summer floating experience. If you're concerned about packing all the…
News & Tips: What You Need to Know for Fly Fishing the Popular Brook Trout...
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What You Need to Know for Fly Fishing the Popular Brook Trout

I first read about brook trout in Outdoor Life magazine when I was 8 years old. Dazzling red, yellow, orange and cream…
News & Tips: Hiking the Blue Spring Trail in the Missouri Ozarks...
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Hiking the Blue Spring Trail in the Missouri Ozarks

Missouri isn't called the "Trail State" for nothing. Trails abound all across the Show Me State, but especially in the…
News & Tips: 5 Easy Shelter Options When Camping Along Rivers...
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5 Easy Shelter Options When Camping Along Rivers

Camping on the bank of a river or stream is an activity many river rats enjoy during the warm summer months. Almost all…
News & Tips: A Simple Guide to Frying Fresh Fish at Camp...
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A Simple Guide to Frying Fresh Fish at Camp

Road trips into the wilds of field and stream are favorites of outdoorsmen. And everyone must provide sustenance for…
News & Tips: The How, What, When and Where of Fly Fishing for Bluegill...
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The How, What, When and Where of Fly Fishing for Bluegill

Fly fishing is the first love of many die hard anglers. Few things match the inspirational feeling of loading a rod up…
News & Tips: 5 Important Catch and Release Tips for Trout Survival...
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5 Important Catch and Release Tips for Trout Survival

Trout fishing at one of Missouri's four trout parks is a great way to spend a hot summer day. The cool waters of the…
News & Tips: What is the Best Fly Rod?
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What is the Best Fly Rod?

"I own it." That statement has been the catalyst for countless serious debates about the finer points of the perfect…
News & Tips: Understanding Three Types of Fly Rod Actions...
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Understanding Three Types of Fly Rod Actions

Several things related to fly fishing can be confusing to a beginner. Rod action is one of them. Here's an in-depth…