Winter is a great time to get out and do some scouting, especially in the snow because of the high number of animal tracks you can find and identify. But one species’ tracks will most likely be missing: black bears! Hibernation season is upon us, and the bears that we may see commonly during the warmer months are a little...

Having the phone numbers of a couple great taxidermists sure comes in handy during the time-sensitive period after harvesting a trophy animal that deserves preservation for years to come. A good taxidermist will be able to give you guidance on handling the carcass and cape on your end before passing it off to the professional for the best result. Taxidermy...

Ice fishing is an awesome way to stay busy and keep on the fish all winter long in colder states. The northern US has many small gems for ice fishing destinations, but thinking a little outside the box about international ice fishing can open up a whole new world of adventure and the opportunity to pursue new and different species...

When winter arrives, snowmobiling enthusiasts eagerly gear up for an adrenaline-pumping adventure on the snow-covered trails. Exploring trails via snowmobile gives you the opportunity to visit popular destinations during a time of the year that they might be less-visited. Many communities along popular snowmobile trails cater to sled riders with bars, restaurants and places to stay.  Alaska: The Last Frontier...

Just because the warm weather is gone, doesn't mean your camping season also has to go into hibernation. Camping in the winter brings unique challenges and requires extra attention to safety, but the solitude and different scenery reward you for putting up with some chilly temperatures. Here's some of the gear needed for a winter camping trip! Cold-Weather Sleeping Bag:...

There are two types of people when it comes to Christmas trees: “Artificial Tree” people and “Live Tree” people. My family has always fallen squarely into the Live Tree camp, and I can’t imagine it any other way. However, there are subcategories to Live Tree people. Live Trees can come pre-cut from a Wal Mart parking lot, you can go...