Recent Outdoors Articles
Tennessee’s New Deer Baiting Law Stirs Debate
In a move that’s got hunters across Tennessee talking, the state passed a new law on May 9, 2025, legalizing deer baiting on private property with a catch—a special “deer bait privilege license.” This change, driven by House Bill 938, is shaking things up for middle-aged and older hunters who’ve sp
Yellowstone Bison Cull Sparks Debate Over Wildlife Management
In the heart of Yellowstone National Park, a controversial operation is underway to manage one of America’s most iconic wildlife populations: the wild bison herd. As of last Friday, park officials reported that 304 bison have been removed from the park this season in a carefully planned effort to k
Oklahoma Takes a Stand Against Firearm Industry Bias
In a bold move to protect the rights of the firearm industry, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt recently put pen to paper, signing the Firearm Industry Non-Discrimination (FIND) Act into law. This new legislation, known as SB 500, is a game-changer for businesses tied to firearms in the Sooner State. I
Utah’s New Cougar Law: Balancing Wildlife and Livelihoods
In a bold move to tackle rising cougar populations and protect both livestock and wildlife, Utah has opened the door to year-round cougar hunting. Governor Spencer Cox recently signed House Bill 469 into law, a decision that’s stirring conversation among hunters, farmers, and wildlife enthusiasts a
Top 8 National Parks for Memorial Day
Top 8 National Parks for Memorial Day Image credit: Gentleman's Pursuits/Canva Memorial Day’s the perfect time to ditch the couch, grab your buds, a
Louisiana’s Game-Changing FireStick Approval for 2025
Louisiana’s hunting community is buzzing with excitement as the state has given the green light to a revolutionary piece of hunting technology: the Federal FireStick system. For middle-aged hunters across America who cherish the thrill of the primitive firearms season, this decision by the Louisian
Montana’s 2025 Paddlefish Season Faces Bans and Overhauls
The paddlefish season in Montana is a big deal for anglers, drawing folks from all over to snag these prehistoric giants from the state’s iconic rivers. For 2025, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) has rolled out some major changes to the paddlefish regulations, aiming to balance fishing fun
Texas Approves Helicopter Hunting To Save Ecosystems
In a bold move to protect its fragile ecosystems, Texas has opened the door to a new wildlife management strategy: helicopter hunting of invasive aoudad sheep. This recent decision by Texas lawmakers has sparked conversations across the state, blending the thrill of aerial pursuits with the urgent
Glamping vs. Camping: Which Suits You Best?
When it comes to getting out into nature, middle-aged guys in America face a choice: rough it with traditional camping or kick it up a notch with glamping. Both have their perks, but they’re different beasts. Let’s break it down so you can figure out which one’s your vibe. What’s Camping All Ab
Can Reforesting Coal-Mined Lands Heal Appalachia’s Scars?
In the heart of Appalachia, where coal mining has shaped both the land and the lives of its people, a movement is taking root to restore what was lost. The Appalachian Regional Reforestation Initiative ( ARRI ) is working tirelessly to bring forests back to lands scarred by coal mining across the E
