Hunting Guide
Gearing up for hunting season
Courtesy of Metro Creative Connections
Big game and migratory bird hunting is a billiondollar industry that attracts millions of enthusiasts across North America . According to Statistics Brain , 12.5 million people over the age of 16 hunt annually , and 220 million days are spent hunting each year .
Nature-based tourism and resident and nonresident hunting is also big business in Canada . According to the Guide Outfitters Association of British Columbia , these industries generate $ 120 million and employ roughly 2,000 guide outfitters in this province alone .
Hunters provide a necessary service besides keeping game animal numbers within reason . They are the eyes and ears on the ground , and help inform wildlife management decisions . Hunting also generates benefits from huntersupported organizations like conservation groups ,
habitat enhancement services and restoration outfits .
Hunters require certain gear to ensure safe and productive trips . Here are some must-have items for any hunter ’ s packing list .
Hunting knife
No hunting expedition is complete without a quality knife , which is an invaluable tool . Knives come in different sizes . Many hunters carry a fixed blade knife to field dress a kill and for self-defense against larger animals . Every day carry knives or EDCs , also are another sound investment . EDCs may be paired with other gadgets to form a handy multitool , which is vital in many different applications .
Trail markers / light strips
Hunters and outdoor enthusiasts can mark their way to a hunting spot or tree stand and see the path in the dark thanks to illuminated light strips . This helps avoid getting lost at
dusk and dawn .
Hunting apparel
Hunting apparel includes coats , pants , waders , boots , hats , gloves and much more . Depending on the game to be hunted , attire will be patterned in camouflage to blend into surroundings or blaze orange to set hunters apart and make them more visible to fellow outdoorsmen . Deer cannot distinguish color , so bright orange is commonly worn during deer season . Sales associates from popular outdoor equipment retailers can advise about appropriate attire . Considerations to habitat and weather should be made .
Storage pack
Hunters require a lightweight , accessible pack that provides easy-to-reach storage . A variety of options are available , and there are even models that have a tree stand work shelf , rifle and bow mount , as well as a removable small
items organizer .
Swiveling bi- or tripod
A small tripod can help hunters stay on moving game and remain steady for the shot . Pivoting or swiveling action keeps a hunterÕs movement smooth and on target .
Binoculars
Every hunter can benefit from a good set of binoculars . High-quality binoculars will feature glare- and fog-resistant lenses .
Tree stand
A tree stand platform gives hunters the advantage of an elevated position , which offers better vantage points and keeps them out of the scent line of prey . Tree stands should be coupled with safety harnesses .
Investing in quality hunting equipment can make for a higher success rate and greater comfort while engaging in this popular hobby .
Fall turkey hunting runs through Oct . 30
Courtesy Minnesota Dept of Natural Resources
The Minnesota fall turkey hunting season offers hunters a challenge and another way to experience the outdoors in October . Fall turkey season opened Saturday , Oct . 1 , and runs through Sunday , Oct . 30 .
Hunters are allowed to take one turkey of either sex during the fall season . Fall turkey hunters may use a crossbow , firearm or archery equipment afield ;
however , hunters who also are hunting deer with legal bows and arrows may only use a legal bow and arrows , not a crossbow .
Fall turkey licenses are available for purchase online , by telephone by calling 1 ( 888 ) 665-4236 or in person anywhere DNR licenses are sold .
More information about fall turkey hunting is available on the DNR turkey hunting webpage at www . dnr . state . mn . us / hunting / turkey / index . html .
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1 lb venison sausage 2-3 cloves garlic , minced 3 / 4 cup chicken broth 28 oz can crushed tomatoes 3 / 4 cup heavy cream
9 oz cheese tortellini ( fresh or frozen ) salt and pepper , to taste 2 cups fresh baby spinach , loosely packed
In a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat , add the sausageanduseaspatulatobreakintobite-size “ meatballs ”. Cook , stirring occasionally , until the sausage in browned . Reduce heat to low , then add the garlic and stir until fragrant , about30seconds . Addthebroth , tomatoes , cream , and tortellini to the skillet . Stir to combine . Increase heat and bringtoaboil . Cover , thenreducetheheatandsimmer for 15 minutes until tortellini are tender and heated through . Season to taste with salt and pepper , and then stir in the spinach . Remove from heat and serve .
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