Rabbits, Partridges, and Quail - News 3250
The hunt photographed here was more difficult than most — for reasons beyond the weather and rugged terrain. It was my first trip back to Alaska since my father’s death in March of this year.
Dad had joined me in Alaska twice before. The first trip was to fish and explore, the second to hunt caribou above the Arctic Circle. I remember asking him, “Do you want to go caribou hunting?” He shook his head with a quick, “No, not this year.” I pressed, sliding a plane ticket and his caribou tag across the dining room table. Surprised but hesitant—65 years old and a little nervous—he said yes. By June, he was packed and ready for our mid-September departure. That was Dad—quietly determined, but always prepared. We had a great hunt, and he killed a nice bull.
On each solo hunt after that, I’d message him with my InReach every few days, updating him on close calls and wild moments. He loved it all. Last year, I wrote from the Alaska Peninsula, “Dad, I thought we had a big earthquake today—
Potato Latkes with Alaska Salmon Roe
“These little potato cakes called latkes are quick, simple, and versatile. I serve them as a side dish to roasted birds or as a brunch dish topped with eggs and smoked salmon. There are plenty of other uses, but for me the best is the way I had them as a kid. I remember watching my grandmother patiently and lovingly grate potatoes then onions by hand into a bowl. She would crack a few eggs, season with salt and pepper and stir gently so the mixture would just barely assemble. Using a spoon, she would scoop a little batter out and in a well-rehearsed manner, then she would drop them carefully one by one into a hot skillet generously slicked with duck fat. As the cakes sizzled, the intoxicating aromas filled our tiny kitchen. I stood by her side like an untrained puppy panting for his treat. She would give me the very first one, hot, straight out of the pan, unadorned. She would blow on it lovingly so it would not burn my lips and as I took a bite,
Deep Water Haunts
Bass fishing this time of year often corresponds with deep water. In much of the country, bass move offshore and school up to chase open-water baitfish. Offshore structure and cover like river ledges, deep weed beds, rock piles, wing-dams, and deep boat docks can all be dissected with a drop-shot. It particularly excels as a clean-up hitter. Once you catch a few fish from an offshore hot-spot using traditional cranking and worm techniques, pitch a drop-shot in and see what bites. It will often surprise you.
The key to this style of fishing is to get the boat near, or over your target. From there, let the bait down until it makes contact with the bottom, and begin a series of light shakes of the worm. You want the bait to move, but not the sinker. This sounds touchy, but it’s easy to get the hang of it. Most experienced drop-shot fishermen call this “shaking slack.” After a little practice, you’ll get the feel of allowing your bait to flutter and sink on a slack line,
Picking the Best Rifle and Caliber for Pig Hunting
Do you need a magnum setup or a fast-shooting semi-auto? Probably, your deer rifle will work just fine
Large wild pigs can move with a grace and silence that’s starkly at odds with their appearance. The boar that emerged from the thicket next to us did it without a sound, and he was comically large. My 7-year-old son, Anse, spotted him, and by the time he said something and I looked up, the pig was walking straight away from our box stand, headed to the feeder 60 yards away. “Look at the size of the nuts on that thing!” Anse whispered.
Indeed, it appeared as if the pig was toting a pair of darkened, medium-sized cantaloupes. As the boar settled on the bait, I helped Anse steady his rifle, a bolt-action .300 Blackout, in the window frame of the box blind.
It was early, maybe 4 p.m., when we snuck into the blind, and the Central Texas sun was still hot. I’d barely closed the bolt on the little rifle when a mix of 25 pigs—sows and shoat
By Frank Gentile, Hopewell, N.Y.
It was October 2011, and I was back in my Chevy Tahoe on my way to another hunt. This time, instead of my son, I was traveling with my hunting buddies. My buddies and I had been on plenty of trips together before but never to Texas! Between the four of us and gear for six (two of our team opted to fly from New York to San Antonio), every single spare inch of space in the truck had been utilized.
With each of us taking turns driving, we made it to Texas in about 20 hours. We got dinner and hotel rooms in Texarkana, and were back on the road early the next morning. With a day to spare before we were due at our hunting camp in Hondo, Texas, we headed south with plans to enjoy the city of San Antonio along the way. In San Antonio, we explored the Alamo, the River Walk and the Buckhorn Saloon and Texas Ranger Museum. What a great city!
Our first order of business after arriving at the camp the next morning was to make sure that our rifles were on target.
Hunting Seasons in TAIGA FORESTS: Optimal Timing, Required Permits, Penalties, Crucial Regulations and Restrictions
Finland's taiga forests offer a unique hunting experience governed by carefully structured regulations that balance tradition with conservation. This guide explores the critical aspects of hunting in this region, focusing on optimal timing, legal requirements, and practical considerations.
General Rules and Hunting Periods in Taiga Forests
The official hunting season in Finland's taiga typically runs from August 1st to December 31st, though specific dates vary by species. The Finnish Wildlife Agency, in collaboration with environmental authorities, sets these periods based on ecological data and conservation needs. The region's boreal climate and diverse forest landscape significantly influence hunting schedules. Dense coniferous forests provide cover for large mammals, while wetlands attract migratory birds during certain months. Compared to southern Finland, the taig
Recreation (Leisure) September 10–12, 2025 – Timiryazevsky Exhibition Center, Moscow, Russia
Recreation (Leisure) 2025 stands as the largest autumn tourism exhibition in Russia, gathering leading stakeholders in the travel and hospitality sector for three days of strategic networking, product showcasing, and insight into the upcoming tourism season. Hosted by Evroexpo, a respected organizer of international trade fairs, the event takes place from September 10 to 12, 2025, at the Timiryazevsky Exhibition Center in Moscow.
Positioned as the official start of the tourism season, Recreation 2025 brings together regional tourism boards, international destinations, travel agencies, tour operators, hotels, cultural institutions, and transport service providers. It focuses on domestic tourism development, inbound visitor services, and travel innovation.
The 2024 edition attracted over 8,500 industry professionals, including:
150+ exhibitors from Russian regions and international tourism boa
TREFFPUNKT JAGD 2025 Klagenfurt - September 15, Klagenfurt, Austria
In September 2025, Klagenfurter Messe—the leading exhibition venue in Carinthia—will host TREFFPUNKT JAGD, Austria’s most significant annual meeting for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. This event brings together manufacturers, outfitters, and conservation experts for a comprehensive showcase of hunting hardware, optics, wildlife management tools, and the latest trends in Alpine game pursuit. As part of the broader International Wood Fair Klagenfurt, TREFFPUNKT JAGD integrates forest-sector innovations with the hunting market, welcoming approximately 20,000 trade visitors and hunters in previous years.
History of TREFFPUNKT JAGD
First launched as a regional event complementing forestry and woodworking fairs, Treffpunkt Jagd has evolved into Austria’s flagship hunting exhibition. Organised by Klagenfurter Messe Betriebsgesellschaft mbH, it merged technical forestry fairs with the hunting community’s needs—creating a
Hunting in Ohangwena, Namibia: Legal framework, game diversity, landscape, hunter numbers, unique aspects, facts, hunter associations, hunting heritage, timelines
Legal framework and rules for hunting
Ohangwena's hunting landscape operates within Namibia's strict legal framework, designed to ensure sustainable wildlife management. All hunters must obtain permits for specific species, with annual quotas carefully determined through scientific population studies. Foreign visitors are required to hunt under the guidance of licensed Professional Hunters (PHs), who ensure compliance with regulations while providing expert knowledge of the area. A portion of hunting license fees directly funds conservation efforts and community development projects, creating a vital link between ethical hunting and local welfare. Strict prohibitions against poaching, unlicensed hunting, and targeting endangered species are enforced through heavy fines and potential imprisonment, maintaining ecological bala
Elephant Migration Routes: Clubs, Laws, Geography and Demographics. Tracing the Historic Pathways of Africa’s Giants
Elephants are among the most iconic and intelligent mammals on Earth, known for their complex social structures, memory, and migratory behavior. Historically, elephant migration routes have been vital corridors connecting ecosystems, allowing these majestic creatures to access resources such as water, food, and breeding grounds. However, human activity, habitat fragmentation, and climate change have significantly disrupted these ancient pathways. Understanding historic elephant migration routes not only sheds light on their natural behaviors but also highlights the urgent need for conservation efforts to preserve these critical corridors.
Nature’s Blueprint: Mapping the Historic Migration Routes
Historically, elephants in Africa migrated across vast distances, often spanning hundreds or even thousands of kilometers. These routes were shaped by seasonal changes, rainfa
🎯 HUNTING. FISHING. RECREATION 2025
📍 Location: Irkutsk, Russia
📅 Dates: TBA
The Premier Outdoor & Hunting Exhibition in Irkutsk
The Hunting. Fishing. Recreation exhibition is a highly anticipated event for outdoor enthusiasts, professionals, and industry representatives. This specialized trade fair brings together experts and businesses in hunting, fishing, and tourism, providing a platform to exchange knowledge, showcase innovations, and build partnerships.
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