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Bone Collector Crew Collects Turkey Hunting World Record Grand Slam
Harvesting each of the four turkey subspecies was completed…
May 31, 2024/by Bone CollectorMichael Waddell’s Tasty Elk Chili
Winter is well under way—and so are those blisteringly cold…
December 5, 2023/by Bone CollectorMichael Waddell Trail Cam Tips: Deer HQ: All Things Deer & Deer Hunting
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More Than a Bow | The Story of T-Bone
Travis “T-Bone” Turner Reflects on His Career and Life
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September 6, 2023/by Bone CollectorSome…
Archery Tips to Dial In Your Bow
Learn Some Archery Tips from T-Bone
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September 5, 2023/by Bone CollectorWhen it comes to setting…
The Bone Collector’s Ultimate South Georgia Dream Yard
If you’re earned the name “Bone Collector,” it’s safe…
July 27, 2023/by Bone CollectorBenefits of Controlled Burning
In this Backyard Life video, Michael Waddell, or the Bone Collector, is taking you behind the scenes on his rural Georgia property, where controlled burns are normal practice.
July 12, 2023/by Bone CollectorOptics For Western Hunting: What to Pack and Why
If you’ve never hunted west of the Mississippi River, you really need to get that ball rolling. You should also believe us when we tell you that western hunting is a beast unlike any other.
July 3, 2023/by Bone CollectorAdvantages of Ground Blinds for Turkey Hunting
Tips on Using Ground Blinds for Turkey Hunting
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Kids Hunting Clothing That Actually Look Good
If you’re sick of kids hunting clothing and camo clothes that don’t fit or just look bad, here are some great options for newborns, play dates, and hunting.
May 14, 2023/by Bone CollectorGamo Squirrel Master Classic Showcases Small-Game Hunting
And with the tip of the scale, the 2023 Gamo Squirrel Master Classic comes to an end. This annual event represents the pinnacle of small-game competition as it pits the industry’s most exciting hunting celebrities against one another
March 23, 2023/by Bone CollectorWho is Michael Waddell?
I were slated to meet Michael Waddell for lunch at the Whistling Pig Café in Pine Mountain, Georgia. But Waddell’s morning had other ideas.
February 24, 2023/by Bone CollectorPublic Land Duck Hunting Thoughts with Dr. Duck
Duck hunting on public land isn’t without its challenges. Luckily, there’s someone who really cares about this subject and wants to teach you.
December 12, 2022/by Bone CollectorEasy Venison Backstrap Recipe
If you’re not a hunter, it might be tough to believe that wild game could be just as good (or better in most cases) than the best cut you could find at a fancy steakhouse.
December 4, 2022/by Bone CollectorHome Bow Setup and the Ultimate Arrow Build
In general, bow hunters are very diligent people. Most archers spend a good chunk of the summer practicing with their bows regularly and then step it up further as fall approaches.
October 11, 2022/by Bone CollectorOutdoor Sportsman Group Networks Strike Exclusive Partnership with Waddell, ‘Bone Collector’
August 29, 2022/by Bone CollectorTips for Booking the Hunt of a Lifetime
If you crave exciting hunting adventures, outdoor television is full of great examples to live vicariously.
August 15, 2022/by Bone CollectorHow to Sous Vide Wild Turkey
We’re assuming that if you regularly read our content, you’re a fan of wild game cooking.
August 2, 2022/by Bone Collector2022 Father’s Day Gift Guide for Hunters
At the start of each summer, it’s nice to take some time and celebrate Father’s Day. Whether you’re thinking of your own biological father, someone who has become a father figure to you (e.g., step-dad, etc.), or the father of your children, celebrating Father’s Day is a great way to show your appreciation to them.
June 6, 2022/by Bone CollectorWhy Turkey Hunting is a Great Starter
It’s spring across the country, and that means one thing to most people in the outdoors community: turkey hunting. Like the spring weather, turkey season comes and goes pretty quickly.
April 29, 2022/by Bone CollectorWet Weather Turkey Hunting | Scouting, Calling, and Hunting
If you’ve spent enough time hunting turkeys in your lifetime, you know that Mother Nature doesn’t always play along.
March 23, 2022/by Bone CollectorGrilling Wild Game | Hooray Grill
It’s hard to beat the smells, sounds, and camaraderie found while grilling outdoors – the smell of wood smoke, the sizzling of delicious meats, and the inevitable banter and hunting stories that always seem to come out.
March 10, 2022/by Bone CollectorWhat’s the Right Fat Ratio for Venison Burgers?
There are a lot of reasons we hunt. Some people just love spending more time outdoors. Some like the adventure of chasing a wild animal.
February 2, 2022/by Bone CollectorBow Hunting with the Quiver On or Quiver Off?
Every serious archery hunter knows this pursuit is all about precision. From shooting stance and arrow weight, to breathing rhythm and consistent use of all the same parts and pieces – be it nocks, broadheads, release, you name it – it pays big to be as close to perfect as you can get.
November 28, 2021/by Bone CollectorHow’s Your Whitetail Rutcation Going?
This time of year, it can get tough to balance deer hunting time with other seasonal events.
November 23, 2021/by Bone CollectorBest Gun Hunting Stand Locations to Consider
While most readers probably enjoy spending time in the tree stand with a bow in hand, there’s also something special about gun season.
November 16, 2021/by Bone CollectorRed Meat | Processing a Deer Yourself
When the excitement from the tree stand and a perfectly-sent arrow result in a deer down, it’s definitely time for a celebration.
November 9, 2021/by Bone CollectorHow to Find Whitetail Rut Funnels
There are great time periods to go deer hunting throughout the whole fall, but there’s probably no more anticipated time for hunters than the whitetail rut.
November 4, 2021/by Bone CollectorBuilding Your Own Hunting Arrows – With Michael Waddell and T-Bone
If American football is a game of inches, archery hunting with a compound bow is one of grains. In both cases though, the details matter and the smallest misstep
October 27, 2021/by Bone CollectorFinding and Hunting Acorns | Oaks and Whitetails
While most deer hunters have heard about the importance of hunting acorns when it comes to deer hunting in the fall, the fact is that there are a lot of different oak trees.
October 26, 2021/by Bone Collector