Harvesting Nature

What is “R3” and Why is It Important?

January 23, 2021January 23, 2021 Jim Hasley 0 Comments bha, r3

Recently, much ado has been made regarding hunting participation rates and the resulting economic impact on conservation efforts. Demographic changes, competing interests, and shifts in American culture have all contributed to a decline in hunting participation. Proponents of hunting are focusing their efforts to strategically increase participation through a national initiative referred to as “R3.” R3 (Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation) describes the process individuals and organizations use to engage with prospective hunters, active hunters and lapsed hunters.

Hunting

A Pointing Dog Reborn

January 19, 2021January 19, 2021 Brad Trumbo 0 Comments Bird Hunting, Hunting, upland bird hunting

“Exceptional dog work.” Marvin exclaimed, gazing on at the dazzling Palouse rooster sailing into the distance. “Indeed. It’s a shame

Hunting

The Sneak Bird

January 16, 2021January 16, 2021 Shawn West 0 Comments turkey, turkey calling, turkey hunting

It was starting to feel like we were jinxed, or at least that our tactics were jinxed. We were almost an hour into our third set up of the morning, and aside from some very curious jakes that were eager to die (and for the better part of twenty minutes I was very, very tempted to oblige them) the mature toms had been cagey and spooky of our positions. The most recent bird had skirted wide of us after initially committing well, and I was questioning everything I knew about the pursuit of longbeards.

Hunting

Meditations on Fire

January 5, 2021January 5, 2021 Benjamin Burgholzer 0 Comments archery elk, Elk Hunting, fire season, oregon hunting, wildfires

So much can be told about a people by how they deal with fire. It is my first season elk

Hunting

Hunting and Fishing on Military Installations

December 29, 2020December 29, 2020 Justin Townsend 0 Comments fishing, Hunting, military, Outdoors, public land

While planning your 2021 trips, do not overlook various military installations around the US. Many of these installations are open to hunting and fishing for active duty members, veterans, and sometimes even civilians. #harvestingnature

Fishing Hunting

10 Last Minute Gifts for Hunters and Anglers

December 22, 2020December 21, 2020 Justin Townsend 0 Comments fishing, gifts, holidays, Hunting, Outdoors

Here is our hand picked list of last minute gift ideas for the hunter or angler in your life. These may not arrive on time, but they will let your special person know you are thinking about them despite any shipping conundrums. #harvestingnature #meateater #fueledbynature

Hunting

On Eating Roadkill

December 19, 2020December 19, 2020 Benjamin Burgholzer 0 Comments eating roadkill, roadkill, roadkill cuisine

Picking up roadkill may not be the most glamorous thing in the world but hey, the meat doesn’t go to waste, you’re helping clean up a road, and it beats the hell out of eating tag soup.

Hunting Wild Recipes

Should You Soak Venison Livers

December 12, 2020December 12, 2020 Justin Townsend 0 Comments cooking, Hunting, liver, recipes

Should you soak venison livers? What should you soak them in? We tested four methods to see which which tasted the best. Check out our results. #harvestingnature #meateater #fueledbynature

Hunting

How To Make a Cheap Small Game Clip

December 1, 2020December 1, 2020 Chase Waller 0 Comments small game, small game hunting, squirrel hunting, squirrels, Wild Game

Have you ever been preparing for a day of hunting bushytails and realized that you did not have a convenient way to carry your prize? Or have you ever decided to silence that barking sentry in the next tree alerting the entire block to the fact of your intrusion only to realize you’ve obligated yourself to either give up use of one hand or put a warm, bloody furball right next to your lunch?

Hunting

Use the Weather and Habitat to Hunt Better

November 24, 2020November 24, 2020 Justin Townsend 0 Comments alligator, Antelope, Deer, Hunting, weather

Learn how to use the weather and habitat to hunt better. Justin writes about using flexibility, the weather and habitat to crank out a good hunt when the times get hard. #harvestingnature #meateater #fueledbynature

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