After more than 35 years of writing about hunting, fishing and the outdoors, a few topics are bound to repeat themselves. Maybe the best possi…
Deep in the recesses of my aging mind, I have the lyrics for hundreds of old country songs bouncing around. Occasionally, one of them worms it…
I love this line from Braiding Sweetgrass, by Robin Wall Kimmerer. I feel like it strikes close to home.
The best known New Year celebration came nearly two months ago when the Gregorian calendar changed from 2025 to 2026. This past week the Lunar…
Caleb Gipson has turned his childhood hobby into a business venture.
Edward James “Jim” Cain Jr., 82, of Hillsboro died Nov. 21, 2025. Mr. Cain retired after more than 30 years as a derailment emergency responde…
While most of the focus this time of year is on hunting, a popular fishing season has opened to provide opportunities for anglers close to hom…
As a part of its management plan to improve smallmouth bass fishing on some streams, the state Department of Conservation adjusted regulations…
On more than one occasion, I have advocated for state residents to subscribe to the free Missouri Conservationist magazine. Its spectacular ph…
Most anglers are unwilling to divulge information about their favorite fishing holes. Because the spot I’m happy to share is nearly seven mile…