Monthly Archives: September 2009

National Hunting & Fishing Day Releases 3 Reasons to Respect Hunters

Posted on September 30, 2009 by Havalon

September 26th, 2009 was National Hunting and Fishing Day. Thirty-seven years ago, Congress recognized the day as a day to celebrate the hunting and fishing sports and show respect for the men and women who participate in them. In honor … Continue reading →

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Your Treestand Needs a Harness

Posted on September 28, 2009 by Havalon

Bear Kelly represents Summit Treestands in Decatur, Illinois. At a recent National Hunting and Fishing Day event, Kelly spoke to the crowd about the importance of wearing approved safety harnesses when hunting in treestands. Summit Treestands offers “Seat-O-The-Pants” Harnesses, which … Continue reading →

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Saturday, September 26th is National Hunting & Fishing Day

Posted on September 23, 2009 by Havalon

Celebrate outdoor sports this September 26th for the 38th annual National Hunting and Fishing Day. Since 1971, National Hunting and Fishing Day has been recognized as the ideal time to introduce new hunters and anglers to the outdoor sports world. … Continue reading →

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Bear School: How to Hunt a Trophy Bear (Part 4) by Bill Vaznis

Posted on September 21, 2009 by Havalon

Bait Site Test Score Well, here is what I think is going on. The first tree stand sounds like the ideal black bear set-up, but it is not unless you have never seen a bear before or all you want … Continue reading →

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Bear School: How to Hunt a Trophy Bear (Part 3) by Bill Vaznis

Posted on September 16, 2009 by Havalon

Part Three: Black Bear Behavior Behavior of other bears at the site can be another indication a dominant bruin is working a particular bait. For example, a yearling bruin may eat nervously or very early in the evening, and then … Continue reading →