Raising Domestic Turkeys: A Practical Guide for Homesteaders
From poults to full-grown birds, here’s what it takes to raise turkeys on a working…
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The European Hare in Ontario: Rise and Fall of the Province’s Jackrabbit Population
How the European hare (Lepus europaeus) was introduced to Ontario, spread across the province, and…
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Backyard Homesteading for Hunters: Quail, Rabbits, and Edible Landscapes
Raising chickens, quail, or rabbits, planting edible landscapes, and respecting your neighbors are practical ways…
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Arctic Hare (Lepus arcticus): Habitat, Diet, Life History, and Hunting
From its tundra habitat to its specialized adaptations for cold climates, the arctic hare is…
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Ring-necked Duck (Aythya collaris): Identification, Habitat, Diet, and Hunting
The overlooked ring-necked duck is one of waterfowling’s most interesting—and tastiest—diving ducks The first ring-necked…
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How to Raise Rabbits for Meat on a Homestead
A beginner’s guide to learning how to raise meat rabbits on your homestead Raising rabbits…
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How to Hunt Ring-necked Ducks: Habitat, Decoy Spreads, and Calling Tips
Learn how to find ring-necked duck habitat and hunt them using decoys and duck calls…
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How to Use Trail Cameras for Rabbit and Snowshoe Hare Hunting
Small game hunters can use trail cameras to scout hunting areas for cottontail rabbits and…
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Long-tailed Duck (Clangula hyemalis) Identification, Habitat, and Hunting
This tough North American sea duck species is built for cold water, deep dives, and…
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Shore Hunting Sea Ducks: Tactics for the Great Lakes and Coastal Waters
Watch the wind, find feeding areas, and use simple decoy setups to hunt long-tailed ducks,…
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The Surf Scoter (Melanitta perspicillata): An Eye-Catching Sea Duck
Learn about the surf scoter’s life history, range, conservation concerns, and how hunters pursue this…
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Extending Hunting Season: Practical Ways to Stay Afield Longer
Spend more days afield by discovering overlooked small game seasons close to home and beyond…
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Guide to Hunting American Wigeon
A practical guide to decoying, calling, and scouting for one of the most forgiving puddle…
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The Ghost of Dillon Mews
Twelve years after a young man vanished, a grouse hunter returns to the same woods—and…
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Tactics for Hunting Wood Ducks in Skinny Water
Beaver ponds, thin creeks, or other small water in ruffed grouse habitat can hold wood…
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Helping Aging Hunters: How to Go Upland Hunting with an Elderly Parent
Younger generations can help keep the uplands accessible to aging bird hunters with mobility and…
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Quail or Chickens: Which Domestic Bird is Right For You?
Depending on your living situation and homesteading goals, chickens or quail may work better for…
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Raising Domestic Quail For Profit
Selling quail meat, eggs, capes, chicks, and even adult birds offer financial benefits to those…
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Tips For Keeping Quail Year-Round
Useful practices for raising domestic quail during all four seasons. When I began researching domestic…
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Stand Hunting Rabbits and Hares
Tips and techniques for hunting lagomorphs in highly populated areas with impenetrable cover. Of all…
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A Complete Guide to Late Season Snowshoe Hare Hunting
Make the most of winter’s final days by embracing the cold and methodically working through…
