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All Off-Grid145 Solar692 Wind & Hydro13 Homesteading208 Permaculture82 Tiny Homes & Cabins117 Vanlife85 Gardening & Food315 Livestock174 Survival & Prepping368 Camping & Hiking443 Hunting & Fishing225 RV & Overland252 Outdoor Adventure188 DIY & Builds160 Water & Wells20 Energy & Storage309 Food & Preserving67

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OUTDOOR LIFE · 12h

The Truth About Cougar Attacks on Humans, From an Officer Who Investigated Them

This story, “The Silent Hunter,” originally ran in the July 1967 issue of Outdoor Life. I was only nine or 10 years old when I acquired the best dog I’ve ever had. Tip was a Boston bull and German sh…

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THE TREK · 9h

Wo-oh I’m Halfway There

I hiked 1,099 miles on the Appalachian Trail and I am halfway done. Below are some stats from the first half of the trip. Days since starting the AT: 90 Average daily mileage (zeros and nearos includ…

OUTDOOR LIFE · 16h

How My Guide’s Quick Thinking Saved a Kid from an Enraged Grizzly Bear

This story, “Terror in the Cassiars,” appeared in the April 1963 issue of Outdoor Life. John Baumgardner was saying to me, “You know, these grizzlies ain’t much. Back home, lots of people think they’…

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RV TRAVEL · 1d

What did your father teach you?

Father’s Day is just a week away, and it got us thinking about the lessons that stay with us long after childhood. Some fathers taught us practical skills—how to change a tire, cast a fishing line, b…

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OUTDOOR LIFE · 1d

My Father Died from a Snakebite. I Expect I Will Too, One Day

This story, “Never Drop Your Guard,” appeared in the February 1963 issue of Outdoor Life. Allen’s “Snakes Alive” exhibit was popular and you can find an excellent collection of vintage photographs of…

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THE TREK · 1d

Day 81 – Halfway

I stayed up too late last night working on a couple blog posts. Had pretty decent reception but at times they faded in and out, making it slow uploading photos. As I was falling asleep I heard someth…

FIELD & STREAM · 2d

The Best Father’s Day Hunting Gifts for Dad

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more Whether Dad is an avid bowhunter, deer hunter, or waterfowler, chances are he’ll appreci…

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FIELD & STREAM · 2d

A Temperature Guide for Trout Fishing

Most trout anglers have heard the phrase “hoot owl restrictions.” It refers to state wildlife agencies putting fishing limitations on certain rivers due to low water levels and high water temperature…

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WIRED2FISH · 2d

The Best Fishing Deals at Bass Pro’s Father’s Day Sale

Father’s Day is best celebrated where the memories are made—on the water, rod in hand, with a little early morning mist rising off the lake. For the dad who’d rather be casting than doing just about …

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MEATEATER · 2d

Ep. 466: This Country Life - Bait It's What's For Dinner

Join us for an eclectic group of facts and memories about fishing bait from Brent's storied upbringing. You'll hear how bait that was purposed for a fish's mouth ended up in his. He's also sharing an…

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WIDE OPEN SPACES · 2d

8,000 Pounds of Invasive Pythons Removed from Florida

Getty ImageSo far, hunters have removed more than 8,000 pounds of invasive pythons from Southwest Florida. This is part of an effort to remove Burmese pythons from the state. The Conservancy of South…

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WIRED2FISH · 2d

Fish Kills Spread Across the West as Drought Drains Reservoirs and Threatens Entire Fisheries

A popular reservoir, regarded as a trophy largemouth bass, black crappie, and flathead catfish fishery, has lost all of its fish in a massive die off. But the closure of Arizona’s San Carlos Lake is …

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MEATEATER · 3d

Will Technology Ruin Deer Hunting in the Future?

As an admitted bass geek, I paid somewhat close attention to the latest Bassmaster Classic, which was held on the Tennessee River earlier this year. A relative newcomer to the scene, Dylan Nutt, took…

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WIRED2FISH · 2d

The Best Summer Bass Lures

Summer bass fishing is all about adapting to stay on feeding fish. Bass can be shallow early in the morning chasing bait on the surface and then, once the sun climbs high, slide offshore to deep stru…

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FIELD & STREAM · 3d

South Carolina Man Shatters State Catfish Record

A South Carolinian has broken the state’s 2018 record for flathead catfish. Patrol Sergeant Joseph Driggers of Mars Bluff caught the 100-plus pound monster cat on a Santee rig while fishing a 40-foot…

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WIDE OPEN SPACES · 3d

25-Year-Old Equestrian Dies After Heartbreaking Freak Accident

Image via Getty ImagesA 25-year-old equestrian has tragically died. She was riding a horse when it balked and caused them to crash. The 25-year-old fell from her saddle with the animal collapsing on …

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MEATEATER · 3d

Ep. 1043: Shawn Luchtel on Failure, Food Plots, and Big Buck Myths

On this episode of Wired To Hunt, Jake visits with Heartland Bowhunter's Shawn Luchtel for a conversation centered around one of the most underrated teachers in deer hunting: failure. Instead of reha…

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SURVIVAL LIFE · 3d

11 Outdated Summer Heat Survival Myths Debunked (Here’s What Actually Works)

When the summer heat hits hard, people tend to rely on the same old tricks passed down for generations. The problem? A lot of those classic methods actually make you hotter. Here are 11 completely ba…

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GEARJUNKIE · 4d

2027 May Be a Disaster for Public Lands if This Funding Bill Passes

By October each year, the government has to pass its budget for the next fiscal year. While that deadline is still a few months away, the House is beginning to work on budget bills, meaning the publi…

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COUNTRYSIDE · 4d

What is a Screwworm?

Add to Favorites Reading Time: 9 minutes by Heather Smith Thomas What is a Screwworm? Learn about where it came from, how it got here, the Key deer screwworm of the Florida Keys, screwworm treatment …

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GEARJUNKIE · 4d

Every Fishing Trip Is Better With These Essentials in the Tackle Box: EGO FireSteel Fishing Tool Kit Review

After fishing for any length of time, you quickly learn that there are a few must-have tools in your tackle box. Pliers, scissors, and a knife are mandatory on just about every fishing trip I go on. …

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WIDE OPEN SPACES · 4d

Missing Tourist Reveals How He Survived a Week at Sea

Image via Getty ImagesA missing tourist from China survived for more than a week after getting swept into the sea. 39-year-old Qin Jianping revealed he managed to survive by eating raw crabs. Accordi…

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FARM AND DAIRY · 5d

Ohio Wildlife Council approves 2026-27 hunting seasons

COLUMBUS — The Ohio Wildlife Council approved 2026-27 hunting and trapping seasons for white-tailed deer, small game, migratory birds and furbearers during its regularly scheduled meeting on April 29…

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SURVIVALBLOG · 5d

Modern Handloads for Antique 7mm Mauser Rifles – Part 2, by Tunnel Rabbit

(Continued from Part 1. This concludes the article.) Considerations for Projectile Selection There are many different bullets and powders to choose from. Given the very long throats of their chambers…

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GEARJUNKIE · 6d

The Best Fishing & Hunting Gifts for Father’s Day 2026

Father’s Day is right around the corner (June 21), and it can be tough to find the right gift for a dad who spends his free time casting lines or calling in game. If your dad lives for early mornings…

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BACKYARD POULTRY · 6d

How to Show Ducks and Geese

Add to Favorites Reading Time: 4 minutes by Sherri Talbot Learn how to show ducks and geese by being aware of the challenges, from how to choose breeds, show prep, and health requirements to be prepa…

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RV TRAVEL · 1w

How to contain and organize RV kitchen utensils

Perhaps you’ve been there: a darting deer with a death wish forces you to brake suddenly, and crash! All of your kitchen utensils jump, tip, or fly into the air and flop off the counter onto who-know…

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LOW TECH / HACKADAY · 6d

Goddard the Robot Dog Brought to Life

There’s not much more nostalgic for many than good ole’ Jimmy Neutron. This was true for [Kiara], who saw the gorgeous pupper Goddard and wanted him for herself. Of course, there was no solution othe…

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THE TREK · 1w

The Deer Don’t Care (Day 62)

After a night spent with the biting no-see-ums, I felt not-so-ready to take on a tough day of climbing. I looked at the FarOut map last night and realized that over 5000 feet of elevation gain would …

PV MAGAZINE · 1w

JinkoSolar launches 700 W TOPCon solar module with 25.91% efficiency

Chinese PV module maker JinkoSolar launched its new Tiger Neo 5.0 module series at the SNEC 2026 trade show in Shanghai, China. The company said the product represents an upgrade from its earlier 670…

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