Blog Archives
Winter? What Winter?
It was an impromptu meeting of the Reecer Creek Rod, Gun, Working Dog & Outdoor Think Tank Benevolent Association. We were standing just outside Dean Hall in yet another snow flurry. The lone agenda item was winter; our winter – with whining. I mentioned that I...
Fish Stories with Grit
No doubt you’ve many times heard that ancient summary of grit and fight and courage; “It ain’t the size of the fish in the fight – it’s the size of the fight in the fish.” Today’s stories may have something to do with that. The first couple have to do with Anna – last...
All About Y.O.U.
We’ve discussed Youth Outdoors Unlimited (Y.O.U.) before. This is that amazing organization founded in 2011 by Cindy and Joe Carpenter of Moses Lake, Washington. Y.O.U. has moved far beyond that small start – impacting kids, families and companies across the Pacific...
Hunting & Fishing & Constitutional Amendments
“So,” Homey observed, “our Washington Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights looks like it is back to the drawing board – again. Geeez, it’s just to encourage youngsters to get out and connect and protect their own future… If this is so hard, think what it would take to...
Tough Winters, Wildlife, and Watching
No doubt you have heard that several wildlife wintering areas have just been declared off-limits for visiting humans. This is an important – if not critical – move. Over the years, we have from time to time discussed the issues around winter and wildlife. This winter...
A Bighorn for Brian – Conclusion
“So we found those rams again, with a fifth one I really liked. Joe was about to head back to work, and I’d be on my own. I guess it occurred to Joe that he hadn’t been on an actual sheep hunt and if I wanted to go up after that ram he would go and take pictures – if...