Camping & Survival

30 Days of Preparing for Severe Winter Weather Day 5: Purchase a NOAA Weather Alert Radio

By Suzanne Wiley   October 29, 2013

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The best tool you can have to stay safe and warm in sever winter weather is to be aware of what to prepare for. Investing in a NOAA weather emergency alert radio helps you stay informed on conditions not only in your local area, but also in all around the nation. Before severe winter weather hits your area, get to know NOAA and the differences in terminology used by meteorologists to describe a weather event.

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Ammunition

The .38 Special Revolver Cartridge

By Bob Campbell   October 29, 2013

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The .38 Special Revolver Cartridge has a long history and is well-balanced, inexpensive and works well for a careful handloader. It has become so popular that every manufacturer has handguns chambered in .38 Special.

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Camping & Survival

30 Days of Preparing for Severe Winter Weather Day 4: Build an Emergency Kit for Your Car

By Suzanne Wiley   October 28, 2013

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Snow and ice can cause traffic backups for hours or if you are on a road less traveled, it might be a long time before someone can rescue you. You will want an emergency kit in your car to keep you safe, warm and hydrated while forced to wait it out.

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How-To

Women Afield — Spot and Stalk Bruins

By Lisa Metheny   October 28, 2013

Spot and stalk is one of the most exciting forms of hunting and a great opportunity for new, inexperienced hunters to gain valuable skills in the field. Learning tips such as how to judge an animal, gaining knowledge of their habitat and learning their patterns all while building your core hunting skills is a great way to learn. Read this post to learn more about this alternative hunting method.

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Camping & Survival

30 Days of Preparing for Severe Winter Weather Day 3: Get Your Car Ready

By Suzanne Wiley   October 27, 2013

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Seventy percent of injuries reported in winter weather are due to car accidents. Hazardous weather conditions like blizzards, heavy snow, freezing rain and sleet can cause poor visibility, slick roads, road obstructions and damaging road hazards. It is best to stay off the roads when winter weather is predicted. However, road travel is sometimes necessary. Preparing your car for winter weather may make your driving less treacherous. Following is a checklist for getting your car ready for winter. Many of them you can do yourself.

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Safety and Training

There is no Such Thing as an “Accidental Discharge…”

By Suzanne Wiley   October 27, 2013

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While I suspect all negligent discharges do not occur on purpose (the opposite of accidental), if looking critically at the definition of what accidental and negligent means, you will find that in fact, accidental discharges are intentional and 100 percent avoidable. Negligence means, “Failure to take proper care in doing something.” An accidental discharge is just that—you did not take the correct precautionary steps to prevent the gun from firing. Read this article to learn more about handling firearms safely.

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Camping & Survival

30 Days of Preparing for Severe Winter Weather Day 2: Winterize Your House

By Suzanne Wiley   October 26, 2013

Though acts of God are unavoidable and unpredictable, they aren’t necessarily unpreventable. There is plenty you can do to winterize your home before severe winter weather strikes. Here are five ways to winterize your home in preparation to prevent damage during a winter storm.

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Hunting and Outdoors

Hunting Training: Once in a Lifetime Hunt!

By CTD Blogger   October 25, 2013

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The higher the physical demands of your hunt the harder you need to train for it. By “harder,” I mean how dedicated to your training you must be. Slacking off in your training will show up on the hunt. If you have not prepped for the hunt, it will not end with good memories and you will not want to do it again. Just a little pre-hunt planning, training and conditioning will give you the hunt of a lifetime. Read this article for a few suggestions that may make your dream hunt have pleasant memories worth telling.

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How-To

Women Afield — Tips for Field Judging Bears

By Lisa Metheny   October 21, 2013

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Each hunter has their own version of a “trophy class” bear. Many hunters and guides will tell you black bear is one of the most challenging animals to field judge. Lisa Metheny shares a few simple tips on field judging bear you can use to make your next bear hunting expedition a success.

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