Fly fishing the Ottawa River for bass
Jeff Jackson of Algonquin Fly Fishing offered OOD Editor Ray Blades and myself a chance to fish out of his drift boat on the Ottawa River.
Hoping everything goes well in the cold
Years ago, I was invited to a late-season waterfowl hunt. It was a cold December day, with crust ice around the bay in southcentral Ontario.
Book review: The Adaptive Angler
The Adaptive Angler is not your typical fishing book, delving into ideas that are not commonly discussed, such as how fish adapt.
Jan.-Feb. 2025 digital issue available
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Surviving a cold dunk
Many anglers or hunters have had at least one close call in cold water, as our activities frequently take us there during the coldest times.
Coyotes as controversial canids
Perhaps the truest thing you can say about coyotes is that they are the ultimate survivors. No matter what they adapt and thrive.
Book Review: One is Too Many
One is Too Many is a passionate account of the cancellation of the spring bear hunt and the hard-fought legal battle to reinstate it.
Adapting hunting practices for age
Baby Boomers in Canada, aged 54-76, are still the largest cohort of hunters. Here are seven changes to keep you hunting as you age.
Finding downed birds
Watching birds fall will tell you how badly they were hit, determining how you go about your retrieve. Be quiet and have your gun handy.