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Happy Earth Day Tuesday! Since 1970, April 22 has been set aside as a time to honor our Mother Earth. Some will argue that the environmental movement had its birth on that day. On the other hand, those among us who’ve built lives from the ground and the living things...

In our last episode, we were discussing our winds. As resident bio-meteorologist of the Reecer Creek Rod, Gun, Working Dog & Outdoor Think Tank Benevolent Association, it occurs to me that we might discuss a few of the physical and psychological effects of wind...

Perhaps it was bothering you, too. For several weeks leading up to the last few days of March there was no wind. I would wander through my garden and yard, wondering in the back of my mind where the wind was. Much as I get cranky about those strong gusty winds, I was...

Today, I wrap up my analysis of Brad Paisley’s hit song “Ticks” (written by Brad, Tim Owens and Kelley Lovelace, and released on the Arista Nashville/Sony BMG label). Clearly, this song is our anthem in the battle for the future of our outdoor traditions. Thank you...

Today, I wrap up my analysis of Brad Paisley’s hit song “Ticks” (written by Brad, Tim Owens and Kelley Lovelace, and released on the Arista Nashville/Sony BMG label). Clearly, this song is our anthem in the battle for the future of our outdoor traditions. Thank you...

We began our study of Brad Paisley’s hit song “Ticks” last week. Today, I continue my efforts to help you see that “Ticks” (written by Brad, Tim Owens and Kelley Lovelace, and released on the Arista Nashville/Sony BMG label) is not just about a guy trying to pick up a...