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Artists, Authors, and Makers Volume 11: Chuck Parsons
Like many of the finer things in life, including classic Italian pipes, the venerated writings of Robert Ruark, and old English side by...

Allen Crater
Nov 3, 20226 min read
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Holiday Gift Guide – Camping
From backpacking to car camping or even the Toyota concept vehicle, there's something in this guide sure to make any camper on your list...

Allen Crater
Oct 12, 20227 min read
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Holiday Gift Guide – Books
If you are anything like me, your holiday list probably includes a few books. I scoured my library for a few that have really stood out...

Allen Crater
Oct 11, 202212 min read
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Holiday Gift Guide – Hunting
Whether you're chasing birds or bulls, hunting "out west" or Midwest, pursuing game with a bow, a shotgun, or rifle, trekking hills,...

Allen Crater
Oct 7, 20229 min read
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Holiday Gift Guide – Fly Fishing
Fly anglers, myself included, are among the worst of all gear junkies. That makes holiday shopping easy. I've assembled this list of over...

Allen Crater
Oct 6, 20229 min read
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Holiday Gift Guide – Cabin
Hunt camp, fish camp, cabin, or weekend getaway, I've assembled over 30 unique ideas perfect for these moments - both indoors and out....

Allen Crater
Oct 4, 202210 min read
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Gear Review: RightOnTrek Adventure Meals
Overview: Eating on the trail, for me, is one of the greatest luxuries and at the same time one of the greatest headaches about...

Allen Crater
Sep 12, 20223 min read
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Gear Review: R.L. Winston Alpha+ Fly Rod
Overview: Anyone that has spent time fishing with me knows I prefer articulated streamers, chewed up mice, and big foam terrestrials over...

Allen Crater
Sep 7, 20224 min read
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Authors, Artists, and Makers Volume 10: Jeff Currier
I had the opportunity to spend a few days with Jeff Currier last summer, on the river, around a dinner table, driving backroads, and...

Allen Crater
Aug 31, 202215 min read
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Chasing Blue Lines
Shivering cold, asses wetly planted inside the puddled, hastily assembled tent, soggy feet hanging outside the zippered doors while a...

Allen Crater
Aug 30, 20224 min read
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Gear Review: Scientific Anglers Amplitude Textured Fly Line
Overview: I’m a chronic procrastinator when it comes to replacing fly lines. Call me cheap, stubborn, or just plain lazy, there’s no...

Jon Osborn
Jul 12, 20226 min read
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Going Native
"A spot opened up for the Bowman Island trip." It's Thursday, February third around 10:30 AM when the text from my buddy, Joe, comes...

Allen Crater
Jul 6, 202211 min read
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Don't Mention It
"The first rule of this river is that you don't talk about this river. At least by name." That's how the text read. "Understood." This...

Allen Crater
Jun 20, 202211 min read
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Five Loaves and Two Fish
I waded into the murky waters of fly fishing later in life, when my older son, Kyle, decided he wanted to learn, and requested a rod for...

Allen Crater
Jun 5, 20228 min read
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Dear Dad,
Kyle just pulled in the driveway, U-haul trailer in tow, after being in Montana for four years. It's hard to describe the feeling that...

Allen Crater
May 20, 20227 min read
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35 Father's Day Gift Ideas For The Outdoorsman
I am extremely fortunate to have a dad that introduced me to the outdoors at a young age. I owe most all of my passions in life to my...

Allen Crater
May 16, 202211 min read
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Gear Review: Stanley Vacuum Bottle
Overview: Durable gear has always appealed to sportsmen – especially if that equipment conveys some history. Take Grandpa’s battered old...

Jon Osborn
May 9, 20225 min read
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The Best Water Still Lies Ahead
The tartar-sauce-smeared walleye sandwich, deep-fried tater tots, and tall Two Hearted hit all the right notes – more than can be said...

Allen Crater
May 4, 20228 min read
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Gear Review: Riversmith 4-Banger River Quiver.
Overview: I hate breaking down my fly rods when heading out on a fishing trip or even more so when I'm simply moving from spot to spot,...

Allen Crater
Apr 29, 20224 min read
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Michigan Trout Opener Reading List – 13 Selections Sure to Satiate
The last Saturday in April always holds special promise here in Michigan – the celebrated opening of trout season. From the first...

Allen Crater
Apr 25, 20227 min read
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