Safety first: 12 items you should always have in your vehicle

You spend an average of 19 days in your vehicle every year, and that’s just the work commute. Since we spend so much time in vehicles, it’s critical to have everything needed in case of an emergency.

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Deer hunting gear update | What can work best for you?

Here are some gear items I wrung out during the Mississippi deer season. These can work for you!

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Best deer hunting knife? We review the Bark River Bravo EXT-2

The Fox River is already one of Bark River’s most popular hunting knives. This version combines the Fox River blade and Bravo handle, and I’m betting it will be even more popular.

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Review: Muck Boots Apex Mid Zip waterproof boots

My waterproof boots get used hard on the Mississippi River, and these Muck Boots Apexes are proving to be up to the task.

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10 reasons your venison tastes “gamey” (and what you can do about it)

Don’t like venison because it tastes gamey or musky? Solve these problems and enjoy the feast.

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Video and review: Irish Setter Pinnacle 7-inch hiking boot

if I only had one pair of boots to wear for everything, the choice would be simple: sturdy, ankle-high, non-insulated hikers with a fairly aggressive  tread pattern on the sole. Like these Irish Setter Pinnacles.

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How to Roast a Venison Hindquarter

Easily roast a venison hindquarter in an electric roaster with marinade recipe and cooking instructions. Make delicious roast venison in a few hours.

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Review: One good shotgun | Make mine a Remington 870

If you could only have one firearm, what would it be? My easy answer: a 12 gauge Remington 870 pump action shotgun. It can handle anything from doves to bears.

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Big River Wild Adventures: Learn Wilderness Skills at this Mississippi River Outdoors School

Want a totally unique eco-vacation, but one that is affordable and nearby? Want to learn basic wilderness survival skills while canoeing on America’s largest river, through some 300 miles of wilderness? Big River Wild Adventures combines wilderness, canoe cruising and learning.

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Video: Best beginner knife? Consider the Mora Scout 39

Q: What is a good knife for my child to learn knife handling skills with? A: Consider this Mora Scout Model 39 – safety is paramount while the youngster is learning knife handling skills. And this is a good choice.

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