Hunting camp can have a variety of meanings, with varied amenities. For some, it might mean a rustic cabin equipped with beds and a stove; for others an RV with propane tank and a generator; and for others a wall tent or other shelter deep in the woods. Grand Junction manufacturer Seek Outside has its […]
Author: Mike Ferrari
New owner of CJ Outfitters builds on his mentor’s legacy of ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ hunts
Tyler Emrick can’t help but feel grateful. An avid hunter since he was a kid, Emrick now owns CJ Outfitters in Craig. After spending years finding every way he could to get out on a hunt, now he does it for a living. “I feel like I landed on a golden egg,” Emrick says. “And […]
Hunter recipe rundown: Venison mole fajitas
This recipe will deliver venison that is tender, well-flavored and perfect to stuff in a flour tortilla. DIRECTIONS: 1) Eight hours prior to eating, pour enough coffee into a shallow dish for it to be at least a half-inch deep. Add the cocoa powder, chili, chipotle, smoked paprika and olive oil and stir. Add the […]
Fitness makes for a better hunt
Hunting season is around the corner, which usually means a lot of hiking. If your hunt is successful, it also means packing out whatever you’ve harvested. Being in shape can make it a whole lot more fun. “People underestimate how much more enjoyable it is when they’re physically up to the task,” says Bobby Brown, […]
Hunting hints for using OHV: If you’re stalking, you’re walking; stay the trail
Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs) and hunting pretty much go hand-in-hand. They are designed with off-road characteristics perfect for accessing your hunting land. They are comfortable, quick, and nimble enough to negotiate obstacles standing between you and your game. They offer racks and scabbards to outfit your machine into the ultimate gear carrier. However, the ethical use […]
Sitka sleeping bag, jacket help hunters stay comfortable in adverse conditions
Bill Van Ness shares his reviews of apparel solutions from Sitka: SITKA KELVIN AEROLITE 30 SLEEPING BAG This is a multi-functional sleeping bag designed to be an extension of your clothing systems. It comes with Gold Cross Core insulation, with a 30-degree comfort rating that withstands moisture and insulates even when wet. A front, two-way […]
Seasoned Colorado bow hunter shares his tips on go-to optics
For longtime Northwest Colorado bow hunter Cedar Beauregard, optics are the cornerstone of any hunting outing. They take up a fair amount of room in his pack and add weight but are well worth the extra effort. Here, he breaks down what’s in his pack: “My workhorse of optics is the 15×60 Porro prism binocular by Zeiss. It’s […]
onX navigation and mapping app continues to evolve to fit needs of Colorado hunters
Digital navigation/GPS mapping company onX launched its Hunt app as its flagship product in 2009, and it’s seen tremendous growth and updates ever since. Today, millions of hunters trust it to help them know where they stand, increase their success and get home safely. While the company recently expanded into the offroad, ski and trail […]
New ammo-free shooting range opens in Rifle
Using ammunition at a live shooting range can be costly. Timberline Sporting Goods owner Paul Kaufmann wants to provide a cheaper alternative. Ushering in Black Friday, Kaufmann hosted an all-day demonstration of the Rifle outdoor shop’s new virtual shooting range. Equipped with laser-shot simulations, users can take aim at a giant screen and enhance their […]
Tips to improve your field accuracy with a bow or rifle
Shooting your bow or rifle all spring and summer at preknown distances at familiar targets is something we all do and certainly contributes to becoming an accurate marksman. But … there’s the moment in the field when your bull or buck is approaching or your stalk plan is coming to a close that your world stops spinning and your […]