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3 EASY WAYS TO MAKE ANY WILD HOG DELICIOUS A lot of folks get nervous when you start throwing wild pig into the dinner table conversation. Log onto any hunting forum and the majority of people will say they don’t bother eating hogs for any number of reasons—smell, taste, unfounded rumors, you name it. It’s simply the majority mindset, or at least it was. Where I live in Texas, we’re inundated with these feral critters, but there’s a love/hate relationship at play. I hate that they destroy our hay fields, but I love cooking these beasts and do so on a regular basis. Like me, Jesse Griffiths thinks the pig detractors are ill-informed if not crazy, so much so that he wrote a book dedicated to cooking wild hogs. As the owner of the renowned Dai Due in Austin, as well as the mind behind The New School of Traditional Cookery, he’s been waving the banner for wild hogs since before it was fashionable. And people are beginning to catch on. Regardless, there still are some mental and actual ob

Post: 8 April 14:52

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5 Best States for Pig Hunting Looking to hit the road for a hog hunt? These five stops are prime for swine Feral hogs are one of the country’s great ecological disasters. Few pests are more difficult to control, or more immediately detrimental to native ecosystems. In fact, some biologists consider hogs to be the most destructive invasive species on the planet. Though their spread across the United States has been slowed a bit over the past few years, thanks to smart regulations and trapping measures, wild pigs are nonetheless here to stay in many parts of the country. Unfortunately, new pig populations most often arise because people intentionally relocate them in hopes of hunting them. That’s why states without existing pig problems have actually taken to outlawing pig hunting — much to the consternation of local hunters who can’t understand how not shooting pigs is actually the best way to control them. But the reality is, pigs breed too fast, and are too intelligent, to control th

Post: 23 May 11:28

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Hog Hunting with My Trusty CZ Carbine There’s something about stepping into the woods after sunset that gets the blood pumping. Down here in the South, night hunts for wild hogs aren’t just tradition - they’re necessity. These feral beasts tear up crops, damage land, and challenge even the most seasoned outdoorsman. So tonight, just like many before, I headed out under the stars with my faithful hunting partner - my CZ carbine. 🐗 Tracking the Night Menace Wild hogs are no joke. Fast, smart, and aggressive, they test your skill every step of the way. But with the CZ tucked against my shoulder, I feel ready for whatever comes charging through the brush. There’s a reason I swear by this rifle: it’s balanced, reliable, and built for precision. That’s exactly what you need when you’re lining up a shot in pitch black with just a thermal scope for company. 🌾 The Setup Whether it’s the thick pinewoods of Georgia, the mesquite scrub in Texas, or the dense swamps of Florida—every state’s

Post: 9 July 20:15

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HUNTING SEASONS IN FLORIDA 2025–26: Deer Hunting Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide Plan your 2025–26 FL hunt with our state‑by‑state guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species from whitetail deer to wild turkey to ducks. Whether you’re drawing a compound bow at first light in the Panhandle, slipping decoys for teal in Everglades marshes, or pursuing feral hogs year‑round on ranchland, Florida’s pine flatwoods, hardwood hammocks, and coastal wetlands offer premier big game and small game opportunities under clear regulations. What Is There to Hunt in Florida? Florida supports a variety of game: Big Game: Whitetail deer, wild turkey, black bear (quota hunts), feral hogs (no closed season) Small Game & Upland Birds: Cottontail rabbit, gray squirrel, bobwhite quail (WMAs), woodcock Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks (mallard, teal, mottled), geese (light & dark), coots, rails, snipe, mourning dove Furbearers & Predators: Coy

Post: 23 July 13:51

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Helicopter Hog Hunting in Texas: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventure In the heart of Texas, where the horizon stretches endlessly and the land is as wild as the game that roams it, a new breed of hunting experience is taking flight—literally. Helicopter hog hunting has become one of the most thrilling and effective ways to combat one of America’s most destructive invasive species: the feral hog. Recently, French huntress and outdoor influencer @johannaclermont took to the skies with @chasseautexas_com, capturing the essence of this adrenaline-fueled adventure. Her words say it all: “Just like in France, wild boars wreak havoc on farmland, but in the United States, the scale is staggering: over $2.5 billion in damage each year. In a country this vast, managing their population sometimes means taking to the skies.” 🐗 The Wild Boar Crisis in the U.S. Feral hogs—also known as wild boars—are not just a nuisance; they’re a national problem. With an estimated population exceeding 6 million, t

Post: 6 July 12:44

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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 Pig Reality There’s a reason gun nuts love pig hunting. In southern states like Texas and Florida, hogs aren’t subject to many game laws, which means you can hunt them with about whatever you please. If you have a magnum rifle that never sees the light of day because, after buying it, you realized cracked clavicles are no fun at all, you can use it on pigs. In fact, some of the advice out there suggests that you need a really big gun for hog hunting, because you never know when a true Hogzilla might make an appearance. On the other hand, plenty of would-be hog hunters show up with high-capacity semi-autos and visions of a mag dump against a marauding horde of pork. Those rifles are fun to shoot and plenty accurate enough, but unless you’re shooting from a helicopter, they rarely give you much of an advantage while pig hunting. Tru

Post: 23 November 17:33

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Hunting in Kasese, Uganda: Big Game Enthusiasts Seeking Thrilling Encounters, Associations and Clubs for Hunters The predawn air in Kasese carries the scent of snow from the Rwenzori Mountains mixing with the musky odor of buffalo herds below. As the first light hits the peaks, it slowly reveals a hunting landscape unlike any other in Africa—where 5,000-meter glaciers tower over palm-dotted savannas, and the same morning might see you stalking mountain duikers at alpine elevations then pursuing hippos in swampy lowlands by afternoon. A Geological Hunting Wonder Kasese's unique position straddling the Albertine Rift creates surreal hunting opportunities: Montane Forests (1,800-2,500m): Home to secretive Rwenzori red duikers that vanish like smoke Savanna Foothills: Where defassa waterbuck grow exceptionally large due to mineral-rich soils Crater Lakes: Their alkaline waters attract hippos with unique ivory Riverine Thickets: Hide giant forest hogs that raid crops under cover of mist

Post: 23 July 13:21

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Hunting Seasons in Mississippi 2025–26: Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide Plan your 2025–26 MS hunt with our state‑by‑state guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species from whitetail deer to wild turkey to ducks. Whether you’re slipping a compound bow arrow through pine savannah for a trophy buck, calling spring turkey in creek bottom hardwoods, or running decoys for mallards on flooded rice fields, Mississippi’s river bottoms, uplands, and coastal marshes offer premier big game and small game opportunities under clear regulations. What Is There to Hunt in Mississippi? Mississippi’s varied habitat supports: Big Game: Whitetail deer, wild turkey, black bear (draw hunts), feral hogs (no closed season) Small Game & Upland Birds: Cottontail rabbit, gray squirrel, bobwhite quail, mourning dove Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks (mallard, teal, gadwall), geese, coots, rails Furbearers & Predators: Coyote, raccoon, opossum, bobca

Post: 17 July 13:21

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Hunting Seasons in Louisiana 2025–26: Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide Plan your 2025–26 LA hunt with our state‑by‑state guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species from whitetail deer to wild turkey to waterfowl. Whether you’re slipping through cypress swamps for early‑season ducks, glassing hardwood ridges for rutting bucks, or setting decoys for snow geese on flooded fields, Louisiana’s bayous, bottomlands, and pine forests deliver year‑round hunting under clear state regulations. What Is There to Hunt in Louisiana? Louisiana’s diverse habitats support: Big Game: Whitetail deer, wild turkey, black bear (limited draw), feral hogs (no closed season) Small Game & Upland Birds: Cottontail rabbit, squirrel, bobwhite quail Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks (mallard, teal, mottled), geese, coots, rails, snipe Furbearers & Predators: Coyote, raccoon, nutria (open season), bobcat From flooded rice fields to upland pine stand

Post: 16 July 15:43

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HUNTING SEASONS IN TENNESSEE 2025–26: Deer Hunting, Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide Plan your 2025–26 TN hunt with our state‑by‑state guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species from white‑tailed deer to wild turkey to waterfowl. Whether you’re glassing a rutting buck at dawn in the Highland Rim, slipping decoys for mallards on the Mississippi River bottoms, or pursuing coyote year‑round on private land, Tennessee’s mountains, river valleys, and wetlands deliver premier big game and small game opportunities under clear regulations. What Is There to Hunt in Tennessee? Tennessee’s varied habitats support: Big Game: White‑tailed deer, wild turkey, black bear (draw hunts), invasive feral hogs (no closed season) Small Game & Upland Birds: Cottontail rabbit, gray squirrel, bobwhite quail, mourning dove Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks (mallard, teal, wood duck), Canada geese, coots, rails Furbearers & Predators: Coyote, fox

Post: 23 July 12:43

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HUNTING SEASONS IN NORTH CAROLINA 2025–26: Deer Hunting, Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide Plan your 2025–26 NC hunt with our state‑by‑state guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species from whitetail deer to wild turkey to ducks. Whether you’re drawing a compound bow at first light in the Coastal Plain, slipping decoys for teal over flooded fields, or tracking coyote year‑round on private ground, North Carolina’s mountains, piedmont, and coastal marshes deliver premier big game and small game opportunities under clear regulations. What Is There to Hunt in North Carolina? North Carolina’s varied landscapes support: Big Game: Whitetail deer, wild turkey, black bear (quota-based permit), invasive wild hogs (no closed season) Small Game & Upland Birds: Cottontail rabbit, gray squirrel, bobwhite quail, ruffed grouse (mountains), woodcock Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks (mallard, teal, pintail), Canada geese, coots, rails, m

Post: 23 July 11:17

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Hunting in Kabale: Geography and Natural Features, Hunting Demographics, and Game Species Diversity The first light in Kabale doesn't so much rise as it seeps through the mountain mists, slowly revealing a landscape that looks more like the Scottish Highlands than equatorial Africa. Somewhere in those damp hills, a bushbuck barks its alarm call—a sound that carries for miles in the crisp mountain air. This is hunting at elevation, where every step feels heavier, every shot more calculated, and the rewards are trophies forged in the crucible of altitude. The Roof of Uganda: Kabale’s Vertical Hunting Grounds Kabale’s terrain defies typical African hunting stereotypes. Here, the rules change: Bamboo Forests (2,500m+): Where giant forest hogs move like shadows through the fog Montane Meadows: Open slopes patrolled by solitary bushbuck rams with horns like scimitars Crater Lakes: Their steep walls create natural shooting galleries for waterfowl Volcanic Fissures: Hideouts for leopards t

Post: 23 July 07:56

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HUNTING SEASONS IN OHIO 2025–26: Deer Hunting, Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide Plan your 2025–26 OH hunt with our state‑by‑state guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species from whitetail deer to wild turkey to ducks. Whether you’re drawing a compound bow at first light in Oak Openings, slip‑streaming decoys for mallards on the Lake Erie marshes, or tracking coyote year‑round on private land, Ohio’s forests, prairies, and wetlands deliver premier big game and small game opportunities under clear regulations. What Is There to Hunt in Ohio? Ohio’s diverse habitats support: Big Game: Whitetail deer, wild turkey, black bear (limited draw), invasive feral hogs (no closed season) Small Game & Upland Birds: Cottontail rabbit, gray squirrel, bobwhite quail, ruffed grouse, woodcock Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks (mallard, teal, wood duck), Canada geese, coots, rails, mourning dove Furbearers & Predators: Coyote, raccoon, fox

Post: 22 July 08:20

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HUNTING SEASON IN MARYLAND 2025–26: Deer Hunting, Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide Plan your 2025–26 MD hunt with our state‑by‑state guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species from whitetail deer to wild turkey to ducks. Whether you’re drawing a compound bow in western oak ridges for a trophy buck, setting a rifle on the Eastern Shore for migrating geese, or tracking coyote year‑round on private land, Maryland’s mountains, piedmont, and tidal marshes deliver premier big game and small game opportunities under clear regulations. What Is There to Hunt in Maryland? Maryland’s varied landscapes support: Big Game: Whitetail deer, wild turkey, black bear (draw hunts), moose (rare permit), invasive feral hogs (no closed season) Small Game & Upland Birds: Cottontail rabbit, gray squirrel, bobwhite quail, ruffed grouse Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks (mallard, teal, wood duck), Canada geese, coots, rails, mourning dove Furbea

Post: 18 July 14:43

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Hunting Seasons in Missouri 2025–26: Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide Plan your 2025–26 MO hunt with our state‑by‑state guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species from whitetail deer to wild turkey to ducks. Whether you’re archery hunting mature bucks in Ozark oak ridges, setting a shotgun for early teal in flooded timber, or trailing coyote in winter fields, Missouri’s forests, glades, and wetlands deliver premier big game and small game opportunities under clear regulations. What Is There to Hunt in Missouri? Missouri supports a diverse array of game: Big Game: Whitetail deer, wild turkey, black bear (limited draw), elk (Zone 1 reintroduction hunts), feral hogs (no closed season) Small Game & Upland Birds: Rabbit, gray squirrel, bobwhite and scaled quail, ruffed grouse Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks (mallard, teal, wood duck), geese, coots, rails, American woodcock Furbearers & Predators: Coyote, raccoon, opossum,

Post: 17 July 13:38

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Night hunting presents unique challenges. We discuss the challenges as well as the opportunities available with new technology. As discussed in previous Hogman Outdoors blogs, night hunting presents a unique set of challenges. Nocturnal animals are nocturnal for a very simple reason - they prefer, and in often cases are uniquely adept at, hunting, roaming and prowling at night. In the case of cats and coyotes, their eyes have an increased number of rods, as opposed to cones. Rods increase the ability to intake minimal ambient light and see as they do in full daylight; these animals in effect have their own unique "night vision", allowing them to be very effective at night hunting. It is often times population expansion/presence of human activity that drives these animals to nocturnal behavior. Hogs, on the other hand, are nocturnal for an entirely different reason, they prefer to avoid the heat and UV rays of the sun. While active during the day in the winter months, they w

Post: 20 June 20:11

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Hunting dog survives 50-foot fall into well, rescued by Texas game wardens Maria, a bird dog, was chasing an injured quail when she went missing. Texas game wardens had to get a bit creative while rescuing a hunting dog name Maria who found herself lost at the bottom of a well in South Texas during a recent hunting trip. According to the game wardens blotter, during the course of the quail hunt on a property in Jim Hogg County, Maria had chased an injured bird through a thicket and didn't return, which worried her owners. They began an immediate search and eventually found her trapped about 50 feet down at the bottom of a well on the property. Game wardens in Jim Hogg County, typically tasked with enforcing the state's hunting and wildlife laws, were quick to arrive and used a makeshift pulley system to lower a kennel to the bottom. Inside the kennel, they placed hunted quail to entice Maria inside, wardens said. After some time, the pup eventually moved into the crate. Maria wa

Post: 22 March 09:57

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Gabon Forest Hunting: The Ultimate Guide to a Hunter's Paradise Gabon, a Central African nation covered in dense rainforest, presents a unique and challenging hunting experience. Unlike the savanna hunts of East Africa, Gabon demands different skills and strategies. This guide provides essential information for hunters considering Gabon as their next destination. Game Species in Gabon's Forests: Gabon's forests are home to a variety of elusive game species. Here's a rundown of the most sought-after targets: Sitatunga: A semi-aquatic antelope perfectly adapted to swampy forests. Primarily hunted around lagoons and waterways. Forest Buffalo (Dwarf Buffalo): Smaller and darker than its savanna cousin. Known for being aggressive and challenging to hunt. Red River Hog: A colorful and striking wild pig. Often hunted near agricultural areas bordering the forest. Various Duiker Species: Several duiker species inhabit the forests of Gabon, including the Peters' duiker, black-fronted duik

Post: 2 March 19:17

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Facts About Badgers Size Badgers can grow up to 20 to 34 inches (51 to 86 centimeters) long from head to tail. The tail adds an additional 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) to its length. Badgers weigh between 9 and 39 pounds (4 to 18 kilograms). Habitat Badgers prefer dry, open grasslands, though they are very adaptable. Some also live in woods, quarries, hedgerows, sea cliffs and moorland. American badgers are typically found in the Great Plains region of North America. They can also be found in the western United States, central western Canadian provinces and in the mountainous areas of Mexico, according to the Animal Diversity Web (ADW) at the University of Michigan. Honey badgers are found in southern Africa; hog badgers live primarily in Southeast Asia, India and Sumatra. The Asian badger extends across Russia and into China and Eastern Europe. The European, or Eurasian, badger spans from Ireland and Spain all the way to eastern Russia, China and Japan, according to ADW. Badgers

Post: 8 December 15:42

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Buck Holes Search for what I call buck holes, which are tangles of honeysuckle or wild rose on ridges, cedar or pine thickets, brushy beaver swamps … you get the idea. A buck hole doesn’t have to be large or even remote — just a thick spot other hunters overlook. A grassy ditch near a back road, an overgrown hog lot behind an old barn or a similar neglected spot can hide a big buck. Scour an aerial map for such pockets or strips of cover. Check the edges of a thicket or swamp for trails pocked with big tracks. Look for rubs and late scrapes, which are signs that a buck has moved back in there to evade hunters and breed a last willing doe. When you find a mother lode of fresh sign, stop right there. You don’t want to bust into a small security area, put more heat on already wired deer and bust them out of there. It’s better to back off 100 yards or so and set up on a ridge or point where you can cover buck entry and exit routes into and out of cover.

Post: 14 December 18:46

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