Allen Crater
Gear Review: Optimus Elektra Fe Cook System
Overview: I remember my first backpacking stove purchased in the early 90's. The one that required the pump, pump, pumping of the fuel...
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Allen Crater
- Aug 14
- 13 min
Ten Tips For Getting Your Kids Into The Outdoors.
Among friends and family, it's no secret that my two boys, Blake now 21 and Kyle now 23, out fish, out hike, and out hunt me on the...
Allen Crater
- Jun 5
- 5 min
The Truth According to a Fisherman
There's a placard hanging on the porch of the family cottage that reads "Headquarters for Hunters, Fishermen, Golfers, and other Liars."...
Allen Crater
- May 31
- 7 min
Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
It was June of 2019. Blake, Dad, and I were gathered around a fire on a tiny island deep in the Canadian backcountry on a trip that had...
Allen Crater
- Jan 10
- 3 min
For Everything There is a Season
I'm in the kitchen, because it's already dark, and I'm bored senseless; determined to remedy the situation with a few slices of salami,...
Allen Crater
- Jun 20, 2022
- 11 min
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...
Jon Osborn
- May 9, 2022
- 5 min
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...
Allen Crater
- May 4, 2022
- 8 min
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
- Feb 14, 2022
- 14 min
Authors, Artists and Makers Volume 8: Jon Osborn
In the scheme of my nearly 48 years, I've only known Ozzy a relatively short time. But, in that time, we've shared quite a bit: drift...
Allen Crater
- Dec 24, 2021
- 2 min
Gear Review: Duckworth Vapor Snorkel Hoody
Overview: Someone recently asked what my most versatile piece of clothing was. It didn't take me long to answer - my Vapor Snorkel Hoody...
Allen Crater
- Oct 4, 2021
- 5 min
2021 Holiday Gift Guide - Fly Fishing
It's no secret that I love to fly fish. It probably occupies more of my time and more of my wallet than anything else. It's also no...
Jon Osborn
- Sep 14, 2021
- 3 min
Gear Review: Poncho Men's Performance Shirt
Overview: Even in this modern day and age, weather forecasts often amount to an educated guess, and anglers seldom have the luxury of...
Allen Crater
- Mar 25, 2021
- 4 min
Gear Review: Duckworth Snowcrest Shirt
Overview: I'm a bit of a dichotomy when it comes to gear. On the one hand I embrace the latest technologies, tools and materials for...
Allen Crater
- May 20, 2020
- 3 min
Gear Review: Stio Long Sleeve Eddy Shirt
Overview: I hate spending money on clothes, so those items I do purchase need to play a lot of roles. The utility player. Every team...
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