Archive for September, 2007

September 30th, 2007

Outfitter hunting - advantages

Particularly when you’re going after big game, like elk or caribou, booking your hunt with an outfitter can be easier than going it alone. There are a number of things to consider - from the equipment and physical effort required to understanding the lay of the land and knowing where the beasties like to hide.
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September 30th, 2007

Outdoor Vacations - Avoiding Pests

Camping offers a wonder family getaway but come prepared for pests. Here are some to look out for and how to avoid them.
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September 30th, 2007

Idaho Elk Rancher Cleared Of Any Wrongdoing

Mike Ferguson, owner of Velvet Elk Ranch near Island Park, Idaho has been cleared of any wrongdoing in the way he disposed of his animal’s gut piles. Because of increased bear activity as the result of drought and summer heat, some wanted to blame this on Ferguson.After an investigation by the Department of Agriculture, which [...]

September 30th, 2007

Camping Holidays - Pack The Essentials

A camping holiday can be fun for the entire family. They provide an opportunity to commune with nature and have quality bonding time with the family.
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September 30th, 2007

A Hunting Trip to Remember

This morning I was going back over the list of stories I have written over the last 4 or 5 years and decided it would be a good idea to bring back to life some of these. Below is one of the first stories I wrote for Maine Hunting Today a few years ago now. [...]

September 30th, 2007

Camping Holiday - How to Dress

To ensure an enjoyable camping trip make sure you pack the right clothes. Here are some of the basics.
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September 30th, 2007

Last Home Baseball Game Of The Season

I just thought I would take a minute to share something with readers. I attended the last home baseball game of the season at Tropicana Field last night and watched the New York Yankees beat the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, 3 - 1. So what’s the big deal? Most wouldn’t understand considering that the Devil [...]

September 30th, 2007

How to Pack for a Backpacking Trip

Learning how to pack for a backpacking trip is the key to a rewarding and enjoyable hike. Over pack and you risk fatigue setting in as your energy and enjoyment of the hike drains out; under pack and you may find yourself without essential items.
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September 30th, 2007

The Ultimate Canadian Travel Guide to an East Coast Adventure

Making the decision to visit any one of Canada’s beautiful provinces or territories is easy, especially if you decide to spend your time on the East Coast. Canada’s East Coast is made up of Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and precious Prince Edward Island which exudes island hospitality and charm.
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September 30th, 2007

Has Judge Already Made Up His Mind In Maine Lynx Trapping Case?

Isn’t it judicial protocol for a judge to hear evidence before voicing and/or rendering a decision? That doesn’t seem to be the case in Maine where U.S. District Court Judge John Woodcock will be presiding over an Endangered Species Act case involving the inadvertent trapping of the Canada lynx by licensed trappers in Maine.The suit [...]