4 Tips To Choose The Perfect Tent For Your Camping Needs

Two hunters setting up their tent

Choosing a tent for camping isn’t just about finding a place to sleep. It’s about picking your home away from home; the shelter that will shape your outdoor experience. With the right tent, you can ensure comfort, safety, and enjoyment, regardless of where your adventures take you or what nature throws your way. Tents come … Read more

Essentials when Preparing Your Hunting Pack Checklist

Hunting Pack Checklist - All of the pack contents spread out on the floor to check off as they are packed away

When gearing up for a hunting trip, it’s important to start with the basics. Every hunt will demand certain core items that ensure safety and success. Let’s dive into identifying these non-negotiables that you need to include in your hunting pack checklist. QUICK LOOK: To have a safe and hopefully successful DIY hunting trip you … Read more

10 Tips for DIY Hunting Meal Planning And Preparation

Hunting meal planning tips - photo inside of our cook tent with everyone enjoying a hot meal

I approach hunting meal planning and preparation with a focus on the key elements: nutrition, convenience, and longevity. These components are the backbone of not only surviving a hunting trip but also making sure I maintain high energy levels, and spend more time hunting and less time cooking. QUICK LOOK: Tips for DIY Hunting Meal … Read more

41 DIY Hunting Gear Setup Tips

Hunting Gear Setup for DIY hunting - photo of truck with goosneck trailer loaded with DIY hunting gear

If you’re about to embark on a DIY Hunting adventure, your hunting gear setup will be a very important part of your planning and preparation. How, where, and what you plan to hunt will also determine what gear you will need to take along. QUICK LOOK: DIY hunting gear setup tips covering everything from campsite … Read more

5 Budget-friendly DIY Hunting Adventures

DIY Hunting Adventures on a Budget - Author with a nice bull elk and a recent cow elk harvest.

DIY hunting is a way to reconnect with nature without breaking the bank. It offers the thrill of the hunt and the satisfaction of self-sufficiency without the high price tag of guided, or semi-guided hunts. Crafting a memorable adventure starts with understanding what you want and how much you’re willing to spend. QUICK LOOK: 5 … Read more

4 DIY Hunting Gear Essentials

Essential DIY Hunting Gear - Hunter setting up his tent and preparing camp for his DIY hunt

I take my hunting seriously, as do many who prefer the DIY approach. There’s a deep satisfaction in knowing you’re relying on your own skills and gear to venture into the wild. For me, a successful hunt isn’t just about the game I pursue. It’s about preparation, self-reliance, comradery, and enjoying the great outdoors. In … Read more

5 Essentials for a DIY Hunting Camp Setup

a photo of our colorado DIY Hunting camp setup

Regarding DIY hunting adventures, your hunting camp setup will be critical for your comfort, safety, convenience, and hopefully your success. Your first order of business is picking the right spot for your hunting camp. Before you do anything else regarding your hunting camp setup, be sure to check local regulations about camping and hunting. Some … Read more

5 Tips for Discovering Good Hunting Spots In Your Own Backyard

How to find good hunting spots in your own backyard featured image. Whitetail Deer in the authors own actual backyard in Texas

Finding the best hunting spots near you is like discovering hidden treasure. For one, you are more likely to be able to scout the area in person than those requiring travel to reach. And, being close to home, you will be able to hunt the area more often and at the best times. When searching … Read more