Chasing deep-water crappie in autumn offers the perfect mix of challenge and reward. Here’s what you need to know to get on this fun late-season bite.
Guns & Gear
by Linda K. Miller & Keith A. Cunningham | September 29, 2023
Is it true that heavy bullets are great at cutting through cover? Gel blocks reveal more facts on shooting through cover.
Hunting
by Cory Dyer | September 28, 2023
Tree saddles have advantages over tree stands. Combine mobility and stand hunting by using one for a comfortable alternative that is lightweight and portable.
Big Game
by Steve Galea | September 27, 2023
Is deer liver safe to eat? Read what experts have to say and if people around the world find it safe to consume.
News
by Jeff Helsdon | September 26, 2023
A Colorado angler may have set a new lake trout record with a 72.39-pound lake trout that took him 13 minutes to land.
Big Game
by Gord Ellis | September 25, 2023
Hunting bears on the ground is a thrilling and satisfying pursuit. Look no further if you are looking to learn how to stalk and hunt bears from ground blinds.
News
by Editorial Staff | September 22, 2023
The October 2023 solunar calendar is now available! Get the dates and times when fish and wildlife will be most active this month.
News
by Editorial Staff | September 21, 2023
There are two new facilities available for those who want to keep sharp for hunting season or are looking to perfect their shooting.
Big Game
by Matthew Robbins | September 20, 2023
Hunters go to great lengths to cover up their stink. But does it matter? Does the smell of urine spook deer?
Hunting
by Steve Galea | September 19, 2023
The new opportunities came into effect as of Sept. 1, 2023 and the change means that 189 municipalities now permit Sunday gun hunting.
Big Game
by Steve Galea | September 18, 2023
Hide from your prey better and blend in with your surroundings by building your own cloak of invisibility. Here's how.
Fishing
by Editorial Staff | September 15, 2023
OOD's Fall 2023 enhanced digital issue is now available. Read yours today for the latest hunting, fishing, and outdoors content.
News
by Jeff Helsdon | September 13, 2023
An Ontario Auditor General Bonnie Lysyk’s report presented a picture of how the province is doing in protecting the environment. That picture is not rosy.
Hunting
by Jeff Helsdon | September 12, 2023
Hunters face similar challenges biathletes do. They can learn a lot from competitive shooting. Read how to be a better hunter from shooting sports.
Guns & Gear
by Jeff Helsdon | September 11, 2023
The backlog in renewal of firearms licenses is under control after delays in processing applications due to COVID-19.
Big Game
by Steve Galea | September 8, 2023
Learn a deer’s body language to know what the right time is to harvest one. Remain calm, have a sound plan in place, and respect their powers of detection.
Hunting
by Justin Hoffman | September 7, 2023
Get the most out of your forest camera with these tips from outdoor writer and adventurer Justin Hoffman.
News
by Jeff Helsdon | September 6, 2023
With Bill C-21 before the Senate at press time, there is still confusion about what this will mean for gun owners and how it relates to the gun buyback.
Hunting
by Al Davy | September 5, 2023
If you like wing shooting, it’s worth the effort to find some woodcock. Hunt for them this fall with these tips on location, retrieving, and more.
News
by Steve Galea | September 1, 2023
Ontario may have a new whitetail deer record, unconfirmed by the Foundation for the Recognition of Ontario’s Wildlife (FROW) at press time.
Bass
by Tim Allard | August 31, 2023
Deep water holds the biggest warm-weather bronzebacks. Here’s how to find them, and get more of them in your boat.
Hunting
by Steve Galea | August 30, 2023
Steve Galea's award-winning feature about woodcock that tells a tale of when hunters, dogs, and birds converge.
News
by Jason Bain | August 29, 2023
All four Canadian pros will compete in the Bassmaster Classic next March after the BASS Elite Series held its final tournament over the weekend.
News
by Editorial Staff | August 28, 2023
The September 2023 solunar calendar is now available! Get the dates and times when fish and wildlife will be most active this month.
News
by Jason Bain | August 25, 2023
Provincial funding will support a three-year project targeting at-risk species and ecosystems in southern Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
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