Upland Game Birds Tips, News, Adventures, Gear Reviews & Blog Posts

Five off-season resolutions of a bird hunter

Feb 5, 2020 - With many pheasant hunting seasons just ending, this is a good time to review the past year and make resolutio...

Federal Ammo: History & Heritage

Apr 24, 2019 - Since 1922, Federal has fueled the hunting and shooting industry with innovative products that redefine perfo...

Visit Sportsman's Guide at the 2017 Pheasant Fest!

Feb 15, 2017 - Check out our show specials and enter for your chance to win a Dickinson Gold 12-Gauge Shotgun!

Short Film "Because They're Wild" Captures the Essence of Grouse Hunting. [VIDEO]

Jan 26, 2016 - Love Grouse hunting? Check out this short video.

SCI's Annual Hunters' Convention Feb. 3-6 in Vegas

Jan 26, 2016 - Hunter Alert: SCI’s 44th Annual Hunters' Convention is Feb. 3-6 in Las Vegas!

The Great American Outdoor Show Set in Pennsylvania Feb. 6-14

Jan 25, 2016 - The HUGE Great American Outdoor Show is set in Harrisburg, Pa., Feb. 6-14

Pheasant Hunting After First Ice

Dec 24, 2015 - I’ve had some great pheasant hunting after ice-up. Here's why.

Chasing Roosters in December

Dec 14, 2015 - There are still plenty of roosters to be had, but you need to be smart when chasing roosters in December.

Stalking Late-Season Pheasants

Dec 7, 2015 - Late season in South Dakota: The wind is blowing, thermometer is shivering -- perfect for rooster stalking.

Five Rules of Ringneck Hunting

Oct 22, 2015 - In the author's three decades of hunting pheasants, here are his five rules of ringneck hunting!

Spomer: Shotguns: Practical Fire Power

Oct 5, 2015 - Choosing a shotgun: Consider your capabilities; sometimes you need speed, sometimes less is more.

How to Hit More Ruffed Grouse

Sep 21, 2015 - Most of the time grouse hunting, you are going to be shooting through branches. Here how to make the shot.

Guide Gear Merino Wool Blend Crew Socks, 3 Pair

Jan 24, 2016 - Guide Gear’s Merino Wool Sock blends wool, nylon and acrylic for breathable warmth.

Long Gun Cleaning Pad

Jan 14, 2016 - The waterproof Long Gun Cleaning Pad prevents soak-through while stopping spills from spreading.

Guide Gear Sportsman’s Men’s Long Sleeve Field Shirt

Jan 1, 2016 - Guide Gear's Sportsman’s Long Sleeve Field Shirt includes a double-layer fabric chest.

10 Pairs HQ Issue Tactical Socks

Dec 12, 2015 - These HQ Tactical Socks sport reinforced heel, toe, and strong honeycomb stitching.

Mossberg Maverick 88 Series, Pump, 12-Gauge

Dec 6, 2015 - This Mossberg Maverick 88 Series shotgun has an impressive eight-shell capacity.

Puma SGB Renegade Fixed Blade Knife, Micarta, German Steel

Dec 4, 2015 - Puma’s SGB Renegade Fixed Blade Knife has 440A German stainless steel!

New Year’s Project: Plan a Northwoods 'Cast & Blast'

Jan 13, 2016 - If you don’t start planning now, your next dream trip may not happen. Consider a "Cast & Blast!"

Pheasant Hunting: The Hand Grenade Hunt

Nov 23, 2015 - For the old time, bird hunter, preserve hunting always has had a faint taint to it, but that's a bum rap.

Thinking of Hunting Alone? Think Twice

Oct 19, 2015 - The author says after an accident, he doesnt think hunting alone is a good idea anymore.

Louisiana Sportsmen Target Gallinules

Sep 22, 2014 - Common and purple gallinules are abundant in wetlands throughout Louisiana -- here's how to hunt them.

Covey Rise Lodge: Great Getaway For Sportsmen

Jul 30, 2014 - Covey Rise Lodge provides the perfect getaway for sportsmen who like to enjoy the finer things of life.

Shotgun Cleaning, Maintenance Is Important

Jan 19, 2015 - Procrastination (or just plain neglect) is far too common when it comes to cleaning our firearms. Hunters need...

Pheasant Breast With Tortellini Cream Sauce

Feb 1, 2016 - You may want to pour the liquid from the baking dish into a saucepan and thicken with roux.

Marinated Pheasant With Pecan Pesto Vinaigrette

Jan 4, 2016 - One of the best ways to help out a tired old frozen bird is with a good marinade.

Christmas Goose

Dec 22, 2015 - Cover with foil or lid and place in a preheated 325-degree oven for about 25 minutes!

Game Bird Pie

May 15, 2015 - Here's what to do if you take a look in the freezer and find that you have a few quail, some pheasant breasts,...

Pheasant Boudins Blancs (White Sausages)

Apr 13, 2015 - These little sausages are very mild and have a pleasantly delicate texture!

Quail With a Cranberry-Orange Marmalade Sauce

Mar 24, 2015 - Most of the recipes I found were for some form of breaded and fried quail -- I wanted something different.