by Stan Woody | Apr 5, 2011 | Elk, Hunting, Product Reviews
Thanks Tom! If you didn’t have a chance to read Tom’s post titled, Change!, go check it out! I am really excited about FreshTrax™ and all the great companies we are working with. This is going to be another great adventure for sure! I just returned from...
by Tom Ryle | Apr 5, 2011 | Deer, Hunting, Outdoor Education, Wildlife
The close of deer season across the country is a time when many hunters trade their muck-caked boots for a pair of fleece-lined slippers. It’s a time to reflect on close calls, time afield with good friends & family, and filled tags for those fortunate...
by Tom Ryle | Mar 30, 2011 | Hunting, Misc Topics
7-DAY BOWHUNT FOR COUES’ DEER IN MEXICO Join in with a large group of fellow Pope and Young Club members for a January 2012, seven-day, semi-guided Coues’ deer hunt in the Sierra Madre Mountains of Sonora, Mexico (about 200 miles south of Douglas,...
by Tom Ryle | Mar 24, 2011 | Hunting, Misc Topics, Wildlife
In your convention planning, don’t forget about these enjoyable outings with your friends: For the 6th consecutive time during our biennial conventions, you have the opportunity to join fellow Club members for some casual fun on the links. GOLF Thursday, April...
by Tom Ryle | Mar 17, 2011 | Gearing Up, Hunting, Misc Topics
When I started this blog, my goals were simple. First and foremost I wanted to provide readers a glimpse into what it’s like to hunt the Pacific Northwest with a bow. Secondly, I was fortunate to have had some incredible mentors over the years and I wanted to share...
by Tom Ryle | Mar 11, 2011 | Hunting, Misc Topics, Wildlife
A great line-up of seminar/workshop topics and speakers is scheduled for the Pope and Young Club’s Convention in Minnesota: Wednesday, April 6th 2:00pm Glassing for Trophy Animals, by Duwane Adams 4:00pm The Humorous and...
by Tom Ryle | Mar 6, 2011 | Gearing Up, Interviews
As a life-long fanatic of calling game into bow range, I’m always on the lookout for new calls to put to the test each season. This year will be no different, and I’m excited to try a new elk call produced by Jason Phelps of Phelps Game Calls. Phelps lives in the...
by Tom Ryle | Mar 5, 2011 | Outdoor Education, Wildlife
A significant portion of the money raised for the Pope and Young Conservation Program activities comes from the auctioning of generously donated hunts, during our National Convention. The Live Auction takes place Saturday afternoon. A silent auction takes place...
by Tom Ryle | Mar 3, 2011 | Hunting, Interviews
Matt Alwine and I have never actually met. I came to know of him and his successes in the field by way of www.hunting-washington.com, a hunting community web site where I serve as a moderator. With each passing season, Matt has been a valued contributor to the site;...
by Tom Ryle | Feb 4, 2011 | Ethics, Hunting
Ethics in the field are ultimately a personal matter. I teach “good ethical behavior” to my students (NBEF, coaching, etc.) but individuals will ultimately need to decide for themselves, in the field, how they will conduct themselves. I don’t promote...