Stories from the Field

Elk Rut Tactics: How to Read the Bugle and Hunt the September Rut

May 20th, 2026

Elk Rut Tactics: How to Read the Bugle and Hunt the September Rut

Mateo Lorenzo

Successful elk rut hunting starts with reading the bugle correctly. A screaming herd bull with cows is almost impossible to call in — he has everything he wants. A satellite bull cruising alone and answering aggressively may be your target. Match your calling to the situation, not what you want him to do.

Colorado Fly Fishing Private Land Access: What You Can and Can't Do

May 15th, 2026

Colorado Fly Fishing Private Land Access: What You Can and Can't Do

Mateo Lorenzo

In Colorado, landowners own the streambed and banks. You can legally fish from public land, but the moment you step on the streambed on private land, you're trespassing. Booking private water access through a platform like Infinite Outdoors is the cleanest way to fish quality Colorado streams legally.

Fly Fishing During Runoff: A Practical Guide to High-Water Trout

May 5th, 2026

Fly Fishing During Runoff: A Practical Guide to High-Water Trout

Mateo Lorenzo

Runoff doesn't have to mean putting your rod away. This guide covers where high-water trout hold, what flies to use, and when private water is your best option.

How to Hunt Pressured Turkeys: Tactics That Work When Birds Go Silent

April 28th, 2026

How to Hunt Pressured Turkeys: Tactics That Work When Birds Go Silent

Mateo Lorenzo

Pressured turkeys go silent fast. Learn the tactics that actually work — ambush setups, midday hunting, call discipline, and why low-pressure ground changes everything.

TSS Turkey Loads Are Getting Expensive: What It Means for 12 Gauge, 20 Gauge, and .410 Hunters

April 23rd, 2026

TSS Turkey Loads Are Getting Expensive: What It Means for 12 Gauge, 20 Gauge, and .410 Hunters

Justin Hunold

Are TSS turkey loads worth the cost? Learn how rising prices are shifting gauge choices and what setup works best this season.

The Truth About Turkey Decline and How to Still Have a Successful Season

April 21st, 2026

The Truth About Turkey Decline and How to Still Have a Successful Season

Justin Hunold

Turkey populations are declining, but success is still possible. Learn why numbers are down and how better access can improve your season.

How to Fish Low Water Situations: Tips & Best Practices

April 8th, 2026

How to Fish Low Water Situations: Tips & Best Practices

Wesley Littlefield

Low water slowing the bite? This guide covers the best low water fishing tips for trout — structure, stealth, presentation, and where to find fish that aren’t spooked.