Posts Tagged: outdoors

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Jun 10

Deer Hunting The Early Season

I know, it’s nearly July and many of you haven’t even thought about deer hunting yet. But in some states, deer season starts in August! I personally couldn’t imagine hunting deer in 100 degree heat, but apparently a lot of folks do. I would think there would be only a few advantages of deer hunting in August, and I’ll cover those below. But hunting in hot and humid weather isn’t for me, but if you’d like to take a shot at it (no pun intended), here are a few things you’ll need to do.

First off, the advantages of hunting big bucks in August are few and far between. I count the fact that most bucks are sill in bachelor groups as an advantage. Bachelor groups of Whitetail deer are much easier to pattern and you’ll find it easier to place a treestand.

The next advantage is that these big bucks are going to need water and lots of it. Sitting up on a watering hole is a good hunting technique.

Also, don’t forget that these bucks will be in velvet at this time of year. They can make great trophy’s if you happen to tag a good one. Another advantage is that bucks with all that velvet tend to hang out in the open more. That velvet covered rack is very sensitive and bucks don’t like hitting it on limbs and briars!

If you plan on deer hunting this time of year, be sure to wear lightweight clothing that will breath. You’ll also want clothing that will dry out fast when you get soaked from sweating. Climbing a tree and hanging a treestand is a lot of work, so you may even want to consider taking a dry change of clothing. Don’t forget to store you soiled clothes in a plastic bag to keep the scent from drifting over your hunting area!

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May 10

4 tips for a great camping trip

While some people enjoy staying at home with a bucket of chicken and fries while watching football games all weekend. On the other hand, there are those who would rather be outside, enjoying the great expanse of the world as it is meant to be admired and appreciated. If you are one of the latter, you would understand the need to be able to plan adventures such as camping trips.

Here are 4 of the most useful tips for planning an outdoor sojourn:

Determine Your Target Location- Before you can actually go on a trip, you will need a destination first. These days it is so much easier to find hiking trails and camping sites due to the availability of abundant information on the internet. You can even map out a well detailed plan since it is very easy to pin point the ETA for traveling on foot.

Pack All Essentials- Whether it is your first or hundredth time to go camping, only one thing remains constant- the need for supplies both for protection as well as convenience. Never leave without checking your gear and making sure it is complete.

Do Not Over Pack- While it is necessary to be prepared for all contingencies, it is also not wise to bring too much stuff because weight equals limited mobility. In order to avoid over packing, you must determine as to how many days you plan to be away.

Do Not Go Alone- Sometimes it is great to just be Grizzly Adams and brave the great outdoors on your own but this, in general, is usually a very bad idea – especially if you do not have excellent navigational skills which are very important in case you get lost or get caught up in the dark without any supplies especially a compass and flashlight.

This guest post was provided by fellow outdoor enthusiasts at Buy Camping Chairs.

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6
Mar 10

Promoting Outdoor Activity With Children

So much is being said about children and how little time they spend playing outdoors and instead spend the majority of their free time indoors sitting in front of the computer and texting on their cell phones. The experts have been informing us for quite some time now about how unhealthy these habits are both physically as well as mentally.

Recently a study concluded that America’s children are spending a total of 8 hours with their electronic devices. These include the cell phone with texting, the computer, watching television, I-pods, and video game systems. There’s good reason for their concern since these aren’t the kind of activities that promote any kind of good quality socialization, physical activity or face-to-face/one-on-one conversations.

The generation that raised the children of today spent most of their childhood years playing outdoors. Children often played one-on-one or in a group such as with kids in their neighborhood. The most common and popular activities were playing tag, riding bikes, skate boarding, roller skating, playing sports, and Frisbee just to name a few.

It was a common occurrence when spending the night at a friends house, to pop a tent in the backyard and pretend we were somewhere out in the woods camping. Making outdoor forts was also something many of the kids did. Even children into their teenage years found it very popular to gather as many kids as possible in the neighborhood and play hide and seek. This was especially fun in the summer months and by playing this outdoors in a large area it made for creative hiding. It was also common to see when families had get togethers for holidays, birthdays or other special occasions to see volleyball nets being put up in the yard or the croquet set being set up to play.

The good old fashioned game of horse shoes and badminton was also quite popular. Children today are fortunate to have all the electronic devices available to them since they all serve a purpose, are very useful and can be a lot of fun. What needs to occur is that the time spent with these electronics and the time spent outdoors and socializing with other kids needs to be balanced more evenly. Once this can be implemented successfully, the negative things we notice in our children from hyper-focusing on these devices will gradually disappear.

A great way to get kids active is to start gardening outdoors. You can grow fruits and vegetables with them to get them interested. Wormeries are a great way to make home made compost because kids, especially boys, love creepy crawlies. Lean to greenhouses can be used to protect your crops during winter.

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Jan 10

What Are Snake Proof Hunting Boots?

If the thought of being alarmed by the chance of meeting a slithering lurking predator that moves across the floor of the forest or other hunting arenas, then you might want to invest in a good pair of snake proof hunting boots. While venomous snakes are sparse or non existent in many areas, there are also many places where they thrive, and can pose a potentially deadly threat to hunters or hikers.

There are many different types of snake boots, and any brand has the ability to give you the peace of mind to know that you are guarded against venomous strikes against snakes. The durability that occurs because of the special multi-layered design of materials is also what prevents even the longest fangs of a big rattler or viper from penetrating.

These boots are all designed to prevent the fangs of venomous snakes from finding a target, thus keeping your feet and entire lower leg. This is a good design idea, since many snake bites aren’t on the actual foot, but often a little higher, like on the calf.  Snake proof hunting boots are designed to go midway up your leg to hit just below the knee to offer maximum protection.

There are many brands on the market, so consider the region of your hunting adventure as to what style of boot will most suit your activity. Once you have considered these options then try on for comfort and find the one that feels the best on your foot. It can be a rather difficult venture since there are so many brands on the market, but don’t get intimidated by price differences and sales pitches.  Generally speaking, one snake boot is just as good as another.

Comfort should be the key factor in your choice. There are also boots that are scent blockers that also guard against the lurking predator. Snakes simply strike in fear, so when choosing this boot ensures that the fit is comfortable and you will achieve your shopping trip and end with a good pair of snake proof hunting boots.