The Wild South

For many Southern duck hunters, this season has been full of empty skies

These innovative items—for him and for her—bring convenience and a bit of style to outdoor adventures

Sim Whatley, the founder of Duck Camp, shares a post-hunt Louisiana duck club tradition

Whether for dove, ducks, geese, or quail, these five knives are proven winners for bird hunters

A fundraising auction for the North Florida-based conservation group Tall Timbers offers up a wealth of Southern experiences—and one gorgeous quail gun

A few surefire tips to make the most of the opener—or any day in a dove field this season

Practice makes perfect, but sometimes we could all use a few pointers. A virtual lesson from the casting experts at Orvis can do wonders

Clear out the freezer and enjoy a tender, perfectly cooked venison steak every time

A new line of high-tech motorized craft from Old Town takes the fuss out of kayak fishing

Whether in the dove field, on the boat, or at camp, these gifts make life outdoors a little sweeter

Sometimes you just can’t improve on an original. These heritage Southern Appalachian flies have stood the test of time

Flounder populations are in trouble around the South. A new program in Alabama aims to help turn the tide

For many guides around the South, April and May are typically big months—but not this year

The new CZ-USA All-Terrain series of doubles is designed to get dirty

Quail, trout, and more find their way onto Mark Goodwin’s hand-forged creations

Finding a shed antler makes for a great day in the woods. Here’s how to up your chances in the South’s tangled forests

Interest in bird hunting is on the rise—and so is the North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association

Meet the Woodie Nelson decoy and more of Jason Patrick Chuley’s over-the-top spinning-wing creations

Why it can pay to keep your fly rod handy this winter

A look at the new mallard bag limits for duck hunters along the Atlantic Flyway