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

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

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

The 4 Primary Considerations For Planning DIY Hunting Trips On A Budget

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If you want to organize a DIY hunting trip on a budget, it starts with a plan. First, take stock of what you currently have regarding gear and skills. Compare your current situation with the basic necessities for a hunting trip: adequate clothing, reliable equipment, and the right permits. Now, setting aside a budget is … Read more

15 Miles of Backpack Camping Big Bend National Park Texas

Backpacking Big Bend National Park

Big Bend National Park is in southwest Texas and includes the entire Chisos mountain range and a large swath of the Chihuahuan Desert. Located on the US border with Mexico which is formed by the Rio Grande river which provides water recreation opportunities within the park. This is a remote park with the nearest town … Read more

Outfitting an Awesome Colorado Elk Hunt

Outfitting a Colorado Elk Hunt

Fall is in the air. The temperatures are cooling, the first cold fronts are making their way south, and like many of you, my mind turns from fishing to hunting. I know this site is primarily about fishing, and I do love fishing, but I can’t help it. This time of year I get the … Read more