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            Bluegill are among the most common small fish to catch in the US. What these fish lack in size they more than makeup for in numbers. These fish are some of America's favorite fish to harvest and eat. They will go after just about any bait you put in the water so long as their mouth can fit around it. This makes the fish a very easy species to catch. The best part about fishing for them is that it simply takes some worms, a hook, and a bobber. In fact, you can even tie some fishing line to a stick with bait and you could still have great luck catching Bluegill.      Y ou can catch these fish in just about any standing body of freshwater you can find! There is virtually no excuse that you can give that is valid enough to merit looking past going after these fish. You could spend all day fishing for these little guys and the excitement never slow down. Like I said, all it takes to catch these guys is to grab a fishing pole and some worms and you are set! Taking a day to go

       The three states I want to talk about are very rough terrain to hunt on. Washington, Maine and Alaska are three of the best states to hunt for Moose. Moose have three subspecies, keep in mind each subspecies of moose has different weights, heights, and many other things.        Washington has one of the highest population densities of Moose in America. The main subspecies in Washington is the “Shiras” moose. These animals love large amounts of brush and thick forest area. This makes hunting them extremely difficult but the payoff is probably a years’ worth of Moose meat. This state also has a good climate for these massive animals to survive. Moose are large animals, so, once temperatures rise above 80 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit they need to cool down in a body of water. Moose live in areas near rivers, ponds, and marshes. Always check with the department of wildlife for each state you hunt or fish. Special tags or licenses may be needed for these types of animals.       Maine

       Shedding takes place from mid-January to mid-April. This is due to the decline in testosterone that causes hormones to reabsorb the calcium in the bone surrounding pedicle. This process directly results in the antlers shedding from the deer's head. Some deer shed their antlers earlier or later than normal depending on different factors. Wounded or injured deer usually cast their antlers earlier than normal because injuries activate the osteoclasts cells early. The same situation goes for deer with declining physical conditions.      Deer that are in good condition, live in a mild climate, and have a higher quality habitat will keep their antlers well into the spring months. Deer with poorer conditions, live through harsh winters, and have limited nutrition based on their habitat will shed their antlers earlier.      As for springtime, head out in the woods and start shed hunting to see if you can find shed antlers deer have dropped! These can be a great tool for the next rut

          Small game outtings can be some of the most fun hunts you can go on. Oftentimes, when you find a good habitat for these animals, there is a lot of action and many hunts are successful. Some of the most common small game you can hunt are squirrels, rabbits, ducks, grouse, pheasants, quail, doves, and geese. At first glance, these animals can seem like they may not be worth your time due to their size, so, what are the benefits of hunting small game? 1. Meat     Small game can be an excellent source of meat. While they are not as large, oftentimes you are able to harvest many of them even in just one hunting outing. The amount of animals you are able to harvest makes up for their lack of size and together can yield enough  meat that can last for months or even years if you store them correctly.  2. Target Practice     Hunting small game can make for some great target practice. These small animals are typically much more agile than big game. They are also significantly smaller  

       Can you fish for walleye with live bait? The simple answer is yes, however there are select baits that work better than other. Leeches, nightcrawlers, and minnows are three of these live baits commonly used. After selling these three baits for four years at Herbs Sportsman supplies, I noticed these were the most productive types of live bait for walleye fisherman.     Leeches are great for catching walleye when the water temperature is above fifty degrees. The leeches will be lively and swim better when the water is warmer. This will make the walleye (a predator fish) more enticed to eat this bait. This bait is good for shallow-water and deep-water fishing, it is a very versatile bait. Hook this bait through the sucker on the leech’s tail to keep the leech alive longer, making fishing for these delicious fish more successful.    Nightcrawlers were the most common bait we sold for walleye fishing at Herbs Sportsman supplies yearly. We would sell them by flats (fifty dozen or

           So you're feeling good and want to get outside and enjoy the outdoors. As crazy as it may seem, some of us do enjoy going out even in the winter. There's something about the snow that makes beautiful scenery look even more majestic. In any case, getting out there to experience nature is always a rewarding experience. If you're looking to see wildlife while you're out, no matter what you're doing, trails are a good bet to do so,       Whether you're out looking to hunt, photograph, or even just watch animals in their natural habitat, a great place to do so can often be trails. Whether it's a man-made trail or a trail that's been carved out by the endless flow of footsteps that have created a natural highway through the forest, trails are easy paths for animals to follow. This means that sometimes the best chances to see the animal that you desire, it is a good plan to have a trail mapped out before you go out.     Animals, like everything else,

        Do you own multiple acres with great terrain for hunting? Do you utilize it as much as you wish? Would you ever let a stranger use it to go hunting? I’m guessing the last answer depends if you know the person and if you can trust their character. I’m also guessing you only let friends and family utilize your land because you don’t want the land to get crowded with people who is carrying a gun. However, there are many reasons why allowing hunters to hunt on your land could benefit you.        If you are a farmer, wildlife oftentimes destroys crops as they graze. Hunting can help reduce crop depravation. Deer can also be destructive to fencing considering that they travel far. Allowing hunters to use your land helps manage wildlife populations. Hunting is the checks and balance to a healthy habitat. Too many deer can result in spread of diseases, disruptions of other wildlife communities due to lack of food, and destruction of natural habitat.      Hunting is crucial when it come