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One famous dead lion killing Zimbabwe’s economy, conservation efforts

The headline-grabbing death of Cecil the lion is having a massively detrimental effect on hunting tourism and conservation efforts in Zimbabwe.
8 years ago
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All about that bass: Man’s 16-pound catch makes waves in bass fishing community

After a man named Greg Springer fished a 16.3 pound bass in a California lake last week, it got me thinking: Why isn't shore fishing utilized more?
8 years ago
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How to know when it’s time to replace your fishing line

When you're working your way through your gear, you may find some old fishing line. How do you know when to get rid of it?
8 years ago
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Here’s a tip for cleaning out your man’s ‘Man Cave’ this Valentine’s Day

Planning on cleaning out your man's "Man Cave" for Valentine's Day? KTAR News' Mike Russell has one tip for you: Don't.
8 years ago
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Get Outdoors product review: Hybrid Light

The Hybrid Light is a solar-powered flashlight that every outdoorsman should consider adding to their gear.
8 years ago
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Get Outdoors Rookie Camp with Bruce St. James: Deep sea fishing

This month, I picked on Bruce St. James. He had his first sport fishing -- aka deep-sea fishing -- experience on a recent trip to Guatemala.
8 years ago
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Next level clay shooting is here but you need a Ferrari

Meet clay-shooting champion Philip Thorrold. This guy gets to shoot for a living. From time to time, he gets to do it from a Ferrari 599.
9 years ago
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Don’t worry, anglers: Drone fishing won’t be a trend for long

Rod and reel, spear, net, hand line, and even noodling — I thought that, when it comes to fishing methods, I had seen it all. Then I saw this video of… wait for it… DRONE FISHING! Yes, fishing with what us old guys see as a remote-controlled helicopter. As you can see in the video, […]
9 years ago
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KTAR’s Mike Russell, 12 News kick off Arizona dove season

Tuesday was a holiday of sorts for Arizona hunters: Dove season officially began. The opening of dove season — Sept. 1-15 and Nov. 26-Jan. 9 — draws both locals and out-of-towners to the Valley’s outskirt’s to hunt the birds. Mike Russell, host of KTAR News 92.3 FM’s Get Outdoors, joined 12 News to mark the […]
9 years ago
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Get Outdoors: The dentist vs. the Cecil the lion — get a grip!

I will begin by stating that as an avid outdoorsman, poaching is the most vile practice in this industry. There is no excuse, period. Which happens to be subject of the latest slactivist rage pulsing through the Internet. The story of an American dentist who coughed up $50,000, traveled to Africa, and hunted a lion. […]
9 years ago
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Mick vs. Shark: Why surfers get chomped

Over the weekend, Mick Fanning learned something about sharks.
9 years ago
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Hooked: Where they’re biting on Go Fishing Day in metro Phoenix

It might not seem like Arizona is the place to go fishing with its lack of water.
9 years ago
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Get Outdoors: A new way to prepare your wild turkey

Stop cooking your game the same old way. Let Chef Eddie Matney help you up your kitchen game…game.
9 years ago
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A gun owner’s take on the viral NYC guns with history ad

I have just a few thoughts on last week's video by the anti-gun group called States United to Prevent Gun Violence.
9 years ago
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Rob Hunter did well helping a suicidal veteran

Rob Hunter did something great on Wednesday. We have covered the VA scandal in great detail over the past few months. We have spoken with the major players in D.C. and have taken our listeners inside the VA by interviewing those that have intimate knowledge of the system. But that is all it has been: […]
10 years ago
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Get Outdoors: Airlines are hooking anglers in the wallet!

We've been nickel and dimed by the airlines for years now -- baggage fees, drink fees, seat fees and yes, pillow fees.
10 years ago
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Get Outdoors: When you enter the ocean, you drop in the food chain

Holy…what…wait…THAT JUST HAPPENED! Let’s get something straight: When you are not on land, you are no longer the boss! Never is this more evident than when the crazies are out spearfishing. This video proves my point perfectly. If you are planning some fun-filled spearfishing adventure in the near future, please consider the following: 1) There […]
10 years ago
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Shark bowfishing is a thing? Sign me up!f

SHARK! Wait! I’ve often sung the praises of an activity that combines two of my passions, bowhunting and fishing. Yes, bowfishing. But I had no clue that a third passion of mine had entered the game — SHARKS! Apparently shark bowfishing is possible and quite popular. Here’s a scary thought for all of the helicopter […]
10 years ago
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Get Outdoors: Why your doctor should prescribe a healthy dose of fishing

Bass Pro Shops has put together a list of the health benefits of fishing. Just tuck these away for the next time your spouse complains about you fishing too much. Benefits to your heart The American Heart Association recommends that adult spend at least 30 minutes per day participating in an activity of “moderate intensity.” […]
10 years ago
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Get Outdoors: Rolling Stone’s gun study misses target

They have done it! After years of exhaustive research, Rolling Stone magazine has finally published its findings on the five most dangerous guns in America. How can we ever thank them? Is there a Nobel Prize for research? If so, these guys need a nomination now! I hope you are picking up on my sarcasm. […]
10 years ago
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It’s time to dive…for free!

I think back on all of the wonderful gifts that my wife has bought me over the years and I can honestly say that the BEST gift was scuba diving lessons.
10 years ago
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The NRA on Arizona legislation, run on ammunition

There are several pieces of legislation working through Arizona's Legislature. We needed to get a handle on all these issues and eliminate some of the noise.
10 years ago
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So you caught a fish from a lake…now what?

When it comes to lake/pond/river fishing, I have mostly been a catch-and-release angler.
10 years ago
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The Arizona Big Game Draw explained

When I moved to Arizona, I was shocked -- shocked, I tell you! -- to find out that I wasn't able to buy a fist full of game tags from Walmart.
10 years ago