Buddy’s tail quivered, eyes locked on a nondescript patch of grass along an unnamed North Dakota creek. I kicked the grass and a rooster erupted. One, two, three, and my shot dropped the ringneck. As I turned to my partner to gloat, he asked if I’d shot. He had too. The shots were so well synchronized, [...]
Archive for January, 2010
Shared shots: the ultimate diplomatic dilemma
Posted in News, tagged bird hunting, German wirehaired pointer, Gov. Mike Rounds, hunting dogs, Jerry Lohr, National Shooting Sports Foundation, pheasant hunting, Scott Linden, South Dakota, Ted Turner, Wingshooting USA on January 26, 2010 | 6 Comments »
Get your puppy fix at Pheasant Fest!
Posted in News, tagged bird hunting, dog training, hunting dog, Pheasant Fest, puppies, Scott Linden, versatile hunting dog on January 24, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
One of the best reasons to visit … a taste of last year’s walk down the aisles.
Pheasant Fest almost here!
Posted in News on January 23, 2010 | 3 Comments »
I’ll be speaking … a lot … at this year’s event in Omaha. Check the schedule at the show, and stop by for a listen. Games, prizes, and even a little learning at my “Bird Hunting Boot Camps.” If you’re headed there, or even if you’re not, here’s a taste of the best part:
Delta Waterfowl quick poll: Paying their fair share!
Posted in News on January 22, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Pet peeve of mine: All those bird watchers, nature lovers, mountain bikers, kayakers, cross-country skiers, hikers and campers are freeloaders when it comes to wildlife and habitat management. Back in the 1930′s, hunters then anglers petitioned Congress to enact an excise tax on their gear to be used specifically for management and enhancement of wildlife and habitat. Then [...]
Delta Waterfowl quickpoll, dog gear: room for improvement? Heck ya!
Posted in News, tagged bird dogs, bird hunting, dog boots, dog collar, dog gear, dog leash, dog training, hunting dog, hunting equipment, hunting gear, obedience training, Scott Linden on January 18, 2010 | 2 Comments »
If you were the emperor of the universe, you’d … re-design that stinkin’ leash! Judging from the continued traffic on my post about dog boots, it’s clear there is a lot of frustration with the gear we subject our dogs to. When discussion centers on a “good” pair of boots being good because they last [...]
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