The Wild South
Articles by T. Edward Nickens
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The Art of the Hand-Carved Turkey Decoy?
Though still rare as hen’s teeth, hand-carved wooden turkey decoys might just be ready for their moment
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The Case for Grilling Your Oysters
Nothing against the traditional roast, but while the oyster-getting is good, fire up the grill
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The Case for Grilling Your Oysters
Nothing against the traditional roast, but while the oyster-getting is good, fire up the grill
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Wild Game Cookbooks for Every Hunter
From a Texas chef’s inspiring guide to a 1903 French tome, these five cookbooks will help make the most of the contents of your game freezer
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The South’s Disappointing Duck Season
For many Southern duck hunters, this season has been full of empty skies
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Sporting-Minded Gifts for Everyone on Your List
These innovative items—for him and for her—bring convenience and a bit of style to outdoor adventures
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A Duck Camp Bloody Mary
Sim Whatley, the founder of Duck Camp, shares a post-hunt Louisiana duck club tradition
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Favorite Bird Knives
Whether for dove, ducks, geese, or quail, these five knives are proven winners for bird hunters
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A One-of-a-Kind Quail Gun
A fundraising auction for the North Florida-based conservation group Tall Timbers offers up a wealth of Southern experiences—and one gorgeous quail gun
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Three Rules for the Dove Field
A few surefire tips to make the most of the opener—or any day in a dove field this season
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Fly-Casting Lessons at Home
Practice makes perfect, but sometimes we could all use a few pointers. A virtual lesson from the casting experts at Orvis can do wonders
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Why a Sous Vide Machine Is a Hunter’s Best Friend
Clear out the freezer and enjoy a tender, perfectly cooked venison steak every time
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The Perfect Fishing Kayak?
A new line of high-tech motorized craft from Old Town takes the fuss out of kayak fishing
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Gifts for Sporting Dads
Whether in the dove field, on the boat, or at camp, these gifts make life outdoors a little sweeter
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Five Classic Southern Trout Flies
Sometimes you just can’t improve on an original. These heritage Southern Appalachian flies have stood the test of time
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Giving Struggling Southern Flounder a Boost
Flounder populations are in trouble around the South. A new program in Alabama aims to help turn the tide
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Hunting and Fishing Guides Face a Tough Spring
For many guides around the South, April and May are typically big months—but not this year
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A Double Gun for the Duck Blind
The new CZ-USA All-Terrain series of doubles is designed to get dirty
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Sporting Art Meets the Belt Buckle
Quail, trout, and more find their way onto Mark Goodwin’s hand-forged creations
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The Southerner’s Guide to Shed Hunting
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