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National Triple Crown Winner
We recently received this note from our friend Jason Jones and wanted to share... Hello Vanguard, Hopefully, the next time I write to you it will be about a world champion... Austin's quest to win the IBO Triple Crown and become the National Champion in the physically challenged bowhunter class got off to another shaky...
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What Bowhunters Don’t Realize About Spotting Scopes
By Dave Thomas of BowHunterPlanet.com Michigander Dave Thomas has been bowhunting since he was a young boy. He enjoyed it so much, he convinced his hunting buddies to join him in creating BowHuntingPlanet.com in 2009. Quickly, the site took its spot as a leader in the hunting industry with news, gear reviews and hunting shows,...
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The Art of Hunting (feat. Bryon Worthen)
Recently, Vanguard discovered the masterful work of photographer Bryon Worthen. Bryon is a fine art photographer who focusses on capturing very dramatic images of taxidermy. Sounds intriguing, right? Well, we thought so too! For a brand like Vanguard who manufactures products for both the hunting and photography worlds, Bryon represented a unique chance to tap...
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Youth Gone "Wild"
By Gerry Rightmyer Every spring, Forever Wild Outdoors participates in the New York State Youth Turkey Hunt. It’s one of our favorite times of the year! This year was even more special as we also participated in the Ohio Youth Turkey Hunt. On April 15th, President Steve Schicker, General Manager Steve Byers, and yours truly...
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A Hunter Raising an Anti-Hunter
You love hunting. Maybe it's been a tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation. So it'd be logical to assume your kids would just follow in your footsteps and enjoy hunting too, right? Well as our friend Brian Bauer from BowHunterPlanet writes, that hasn't exactly been the case in his household. Brian wrote...
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Tips on Becoming a Successful Turkey Hunter
How To Become A Successful Turkey Hunter By Leon Stilley, Jr. I have been calling turkeys and hunting them since I was nine years old. I help my friends, and I will help anyone else who needs it. As a matter of fact, I will give a few tips now so that you can begin enjoying one of the best...
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Tips for Using Spotting Scopes Like a Pro
When to Use a Spotting Scope Spotting scopes are basically telescopes optimized for mobility and daytime viewing. They offer more powerful magnification than binoculars, and so come in handy in many situations: Hunting Birding Surveillance Viewing landscape, wildlife, ships, and other distant objects Digiscoping (taking long distance pictures with a variety of cameras) Even some astronomy!...
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The Right Combination for a Combination Hunt
By Gerry Rightmyer of Forever Wild Outdoors Who: Gerry Rightmyer, co-host of Forever Wild Outdoors Adrenaline Adventures TV Show What: A black bear/wolf combo hunt Where: Watson’s Kaby Lodge in Northwest Ontario, Canada When: September 12 -18th, 2015 Why: Do you really have to ask?? The above scenario seems pretty straightforward. I know where I’m...
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Being Versatile in the Field with Gerry Rightmyer of Forever Wild Outdoors
Vanguard Optics: Being Versatile in the Field by Vanguard Professional Gerry Rightmyer, of Forever Wild Outdoors Published by Vanguard USA Versatility is being able to adapt to all situations. Being flexible and learning how to use different tools in varying situations has certainly made me a more successful outdoorsman and hunter. It’s this “thinking on...
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Spring Turkey Hunting Tips, Tricks and Safety
By Hunter Ed · Leader in Online hunting education February 26, 2014- Original Article HERE One of the true delights of spring is a brined and seasoned wild turkey breast slow smoking on your barbecue pit — maybe right next to a wild hog ham. Everybody has their own recipes and processes for cooking a...
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How to Choose the Right Caliber
by Hunter Ed · The leader in online hunting education- Original article and blog HERE We picked one of our favorite hunting debates and made an infographic about it. Take a look at what 19 calibers we picked and if you have a better suggestion, we’d love to hear it! Choosing the Right Caliber If...
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How Wildlife is Thriving Because of Guns and Hunting
March 26, 2014 By Bill Dunn Original article HERE Since the late 1930s, hunters, target shooters, and the firearms industry have been the nation’s largest contributors to conservation, paying for programs that benefit America’s wildlife and all who love the outdoors. In fact, the U.S. Department of Interior just announced that firearms and ammunition manufacturers...
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