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How to Make a Pole Spear

Will Kutscher — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 16:00:14 +0000

Just under the surface of the frigid ocean is a bounty of saltwater fish to be foraged. Many an outdoors person would agree that, in a survival scenario, the ocean can often be a far more productive source of food than the land, especially the cold, nutrient-rich waters that circulate around our shores. But how to pursue these fish? Here, we’ll show you how to build a pole-spear, a time-tested, simple tool that is incredibly effective for putting fish on your dinner plate.

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How To Select and Care for a Stetson Hat

Angela Becia — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:44:02 +0000

Filson’s own Clark Gilbert walks you through the choice of buying a new Stetson hat and how to properly care for it depending on your choice and the life you lead.

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Dos and Don’ts of Traveling in Rattlesnake Country

Angela Becia — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 23:57:00 +0000

Local outdoors expert & lifelong Texan, Cory Emerson, helped us navigate the desolate limestone hills and canyons of Texas Hill County to put our new gear to the test. The most important piece being the dos and don’ts of traveling in rattlesnake country.

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DIY 3 Legged Camp Stool

Angela Becia — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 16:00:38 +0000

One of the best items to have on any outdoor excursion is a good seat. A seat can help keep you dry in wet weather, provide a spot to rest your legs for a bit, help keep you warm if it’s cold out, and, let’s be honest, it’s just more comfortable than sitting on hard rocks or snow. One of the simplest forms of a seat is a folding tripod. These are small because they fold when not in use, so they don’t take up much room in your pack or truck. It’s a great option for lunch breaks on the river during a day of fly fishing, a solid place to sit while glassing up wild game, or just a spot to take a load off around the campfire.

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DIY Wooden Landing Net

Angela Becia — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 00:31:22 +0000

A wooden landing net is not only one of the angler’s best tools to ensure the swift catch—and, where necessary, release—of a fish, but also a durable part of the kit that can be passed down from generation to generation.

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DIY: Ammo Can Panniers

Will Kutscher — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:15:18 +0000

The objective of this build is to come up with a low-cost solution to the more expensive factory-produced or aftermarket panniers used on adventure touring bikes.

Most factory-produced pannier racks have become inexpensive enough and a homemade one takes considerable time to build. So we will concentrate on just the Ammo Can part of the build. The bike used in this installation came used with the factory racks installed, but the installation could be easily modified to fit almost any rack, including homemade. I chose easily available and inexpensive hardware to keep the cost down. You can substitute whatever is available locally. Also, the length of the hardware can easily be modified; if only longer bolts are available, simply cut down the excess threads.

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How to Ice Fish: learn from fishing guide Walleye Dan

Angela Becia — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 00:46:25 +0000

Walleye Dan has been ice fishing for more than 40 years. He’s seen the sport change dramatically from his early days out on Round Lake in Minnesota, trying his luck with nothing but a jiggle stick and a handful of wax worms. Today, he’s one of the most sought after fishing guides in the “Land of 10,000 Lakes”, happily sharing his knowledge of the region and love for all things fishing.

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Filson Fundamentals: Field Chainsaw Maintenance

Will Kutscher — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 18:20:32 +0000

Whether felling, bucking and limbing, or cutting up logs for firewood, it doesn't take long to burn through a tank of fuel when running a saw at full throttle. A finely tuned, sharp saw is a pleasure to own and a life-long tool — only if properly maintained. Every re-fuel and oil is the perfect time to do a quick once-over to make sure your saw is in top running condition. Anyone who’s put their time into a chainsaw knows a sharp, well-oiled and finely tuned machine is an absolute must for reducing the time it takes to get the job done. These are the basics.

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Winter Upland Hunting Guide + 5 Game Birds

Angela Becia — Tue, 24 Nov 2020 00:11:45 +0000

Many game-bird seasons in the Northwest, Midwest, and Northeast extend well into winter— those cold, even icy days can be great times to hunt. Upland birds often fall into fairly predictable cold-weather patterns, and vegetation and other cover have dwindled. Further, cooler temperatures mean ideal conditions for vigorous walking and dog work. That doesn’t mean winter bird hunting is easy, though. Weather conditions can be challenging, and some species of birds have been hunted for weeks or months, leaving the survivors adept at avoiding human predators.

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Recommended Care for Mackinaw Wool

Angela Becia — Sat, 21 Nov 2020 00:15:15 +0000

Mackinaw Wool has been our most-trusted cold-weather protection for over a century, and these easy-maintenance tips will ensure yours provides reliable service for years to come.

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