A Star-of-a-buck in Starbuck, Minnesota. Whether it’s “First blood gets the deer” or “The person who makes the killing shot?” In either case, it’s not an easy answer. My friend hunts private property near Starbuck, MN. He usually hunts a fence line dividing two fields. On this day, the neighbors were hunting close by, so [...]
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Who’s deer is it?
Posted in Big Game, Camping, Elk, Hunting, Moose, Outdoors, Whitetail Deer, tagged Deer, FML Outdoors, Hunting, Minnesota, Monster Buck 11-pointer, Starbuck, Whitetail Deer, Who's deer is it? on November 14, 2011 | 2 Comments »
Twin Cities Outdoor Adventures Has A New Look!
Posted in Activities & Events, Adventure, Camping, Canoeing, Fishing, Hunting, Outdoors, Outdoors for Kids, Photography, tagged Minneapolis – Saint Paul, Minnesota, Outdoors, Recreation, Saint Paul Minnesota, Twin Cities, Twin Cities Outdoors Adventures on April 18, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Come visit Twin Cities Outdoor Adventures Group (TCOA) new site. It’s the best way to connect with other outdoor enthusiasts! Located in the heart of the Twin Cities Metro area, TCOA consists of a growing number of outdoor enthusiasts who thrive on sharing new experiences, while building camaraderie with others who also appreciate the great [...]
I’m Glad Not Hunting Today!
Posted in Camping, Fishing, Hunting, Outdoors, Whitetail Deer, tagged Canada, Deer Hunting, Lake of the Woods, Northwest Angle, Ontario, Storm on October 27, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
The week before Halloween my friends and I usually travel to Ontario, Canada, near the Northwest Angle. We would hunt deer on the many islands located on Lake of the Woods. There was one year we got stuck 30-miles out when a storm blew in like the one this week. With 50-mile sustainable winds, we [...]
Campfire Cooking for Kids
Posted in Camping, Duck, Grouse, Outdoors, Outdoors for Kids, Pheasant, Recipes, Venison, tagged Campfire Cooking, Cooking Game, Food, Garlic, Kids, Marination, Meat, Outdoor Cooking for Kids, Outdoors, Skewer on October 14, 2010 | 2 Comments »
Shish “Kid” Bobs Whether you’re grillin’ in the backyard or camping in the backwoods, one quick and tasty recipe for kids is shish kabobs! What’s great about these tasty favorites is that they’re so easy to make and the clean-up is close to “null.” Plus, you can make them with anything you like — pleasing [...]
Planning An Outdoor Camping Trip with Children? State Park Reservations and Accommodations Are A Great Solution!
Posted in Camping, Canoeing, Outdoors, tagged Camping with Kids, Cannon River, Gooseberry Falls, Jay Cooke, Lake Carlos State Park, Long Prairie River, Nerstrand Big Woods State Park, Outdoor Camping, Reservations, State Parks on June 30, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
It was my turn to plan this years springs canoe trip. After searching the Minnesota DNR’s website and fumbling through piles of river maps, I narrowed my search to two rivers. The first river I chose was the Cannon River, located 60-miles south of the Minneapolis. Like the Jay Cooke and Gooseberry Falls State Parks [...]
The Best Way to Care for Outdoor Clothing
Posted in Camping, Canoeing, Fishing, Hunting, Outdoors, tagged Blaze Orange, Camouflage, Clothing, Gear, Hunting, Jacket, Prepare, Season on January 18, 2010 | 1 Comment »
Preparing For Hunting Starts at Home The hunting season has ended and it’s time to collect piles of camouflage and blaze orange laying on the floor and behind the seat of your truck. You’ve listen to complaints from your spouse all season-long, and finally — you decided it’s time to pick up your gear! Sound [...]
Natural Remedies for Poison Ivy and Other Quick Cures while Camping
Posted in Camping, Outdoors on July 31, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
When you’re camping, and hiking you may not always have medications on hand for minor emergencies. Where there’s poison ivy — my grandsons will be sure to play in it! The scratchy nettles always seem to find me! Nettles are an itch weed after the plant reaches a foot high. Many people eat nettles. Only [...]
Fatmanslanding.com Releases Big Fish & Goodwill Hunting Stories
Posted in Camping, Canoeing, Canoeing Videos, Fishing, Fishing Videos, Hunting, Hunting Videos, Outdoors, Recipes, tagged www.fatmanslanding.com on June 17, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Good Times Had By All Do you have a memory of your father fishing or perhaps an old hunting story that gets a few laughs each year at deer camp? I invite others to share your experiences, tips and pictures that will help others appreciate and enjoy the great outdoors. Please respond within Comments (shown [...]
Exploring the BWCA with U.S. Congressman Erik Paulsen
Posted in Camping, Canoeing, Canoeing Videos, Outdoors, tagged Boundary Waters Canoe Area, BWCA, Camping, Canoeing, Minnesota, Paddling on June 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
On this trip — Avid outdoorsman, Erik Paulsen and I, along with our two daughters, planned a three-day weekend on Lake Four within the BWCA. We enjoyed all kinds of weather from 50-mph squalls to sunny 60° blue skies. In the BWCA you have to plan for just about everything. The week before it snowed!
Warning! Content Not Suitable For Hardcore Campers
Posted in Camping, Canoeing, Outdoors, tagged Camping, Canoeing, Paddling, Upper Iowa River on June 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The story behind these pictures… On this years spring canoe trip to the Upper Iowa river we experienced something called, “Fresh-Air Apnea” a condition sometimes brought on by over-paddling, staying up late and consuming numerous beers by the fire. What’s the cure? Apparently, a good dose of antiquing, breakfast at the local bakery and an [...]
BWCA 101, Part 2: Choosing Your Entry Point and Route
Posted in Camping, Canoeing, Outdoors, tagged Boundary Waters Canoe Area, BWCA, Canoeing on June 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The first thing to do when planning a trip to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area is to plan your entry point and route as soon as possible. This should be done several months in advance allowing you to reserve the desired entry permit. Some points only allow one access per day, so the earlier you [...]
Campfire Cooking Recipes Kids Love!
Posted in Camping, Outdoors, Recipes, tagged Campfire, Donut Holes, Kid Recipes, Outdoor Cooking, Recipes on June 11, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Buttermilk Donut Holes This recipe came to me at a good time! Thanks Betty! My family planned a local one night camping trip. In the morning, we cooked donuts over the fire. It’s quick and easy and my daughter loved the hole process! Click here for the recipe.
BWCA 101, Part 1: How to Plan a Canoe/Camping Trip
Posted in Camping, Canoeing, Outdoors, tagged Boundary Waters Canoe Area, BWCA, Canoeing, Minnesota, Paddling on June 11, 2009 | 1 Comment »
By Chris Walden A few summers ago a friend invited me on on a trip to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area for a six night trip. I had not been camping in twenty years, and never in a wilderness setting like BWCA. Reluctantly, I agreed. Fortunately, I loved it! I’ve been there a few times [...]
The BWCA Finds Lunker Northerns and Big Smiles
Posted in Camping, Canoeing, Fishing, tagged Boundary Waters Canoe Area, BWCA, Canoeing. Huge Northern Pike, Ely, Lunker Northern Pike, Minnesota, Two Fish Caught on June 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Two Northerns On One Line? I felt a bite – or so I thought? I was reeling, when the line pulled tight. I jerked on the line, “I’m snagged,” I called out. As we prepared to backup the canoe, I felt a tug. “Wait! —No? It’s two fish and boy is he big! Get the [...]
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