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One Side Effect of the Coronavirus Pandemic: Acute Hunting Fever

May 17, 2020 by TTAG Contributor

By Mark Oliva The lockdowns to prevent spread of coronavirus seem to be having some beneficial, if not unintended, side effects. More people are getting into the woods and finding out nature provides. There’s evidence that more people are turning to hunting to put meat in the freezer, largely driven by concerns over protein shortages … Read more

Cabin Fever Setting In? Check for Closures Before You Head Out Into the Field

April 23, 2020 by TTAG Contributor

By Mark Oliva Work from home sounded like a great way to steer clear of infection and maybe slip out to the back forty for a morning turkey, spring bear, wild hog or even a predator hunt. After all, hours are gained back without commutes and if you’re working from home across from your spouse, … Read more

Hunting is the Perfect Social Distancing Activity

April 5, 2020 by TTAG Contributor

Jeremy S. hunting turkey Remington 870 DM

By Larry Keane Another casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic that no one saw coming: hunting. While consumer demand for firearms is at record level, and while non-essential activities have been shut down in most states, it is no surprise that Americans would be looking forward to hunting seasons. Hunting is a perfect opportunity to be … Read more