Friday, April 19, 2024
Pileated woodpecker

Jim Abrams reflects on signs of spring he's noticed and those he's waiting on around his property in northwestern Ohio.
White bass

Jim Abrams details fishing opportunities in Ohio related to spring spawning, including steelhead, white bass, suckers, largemouth bass, crappies and carp.
a shed antler in a field of tall grass

Deer hunting season is over, so Ohio hunters can move on to shed hunting. Jim Abrams first explains the process of antler shedding. He then discusses training dogs to assist in shed hunting and gives tips for finding shed antlers.
maple syrup making

Jim Abrams shares the story of friend whose family has been collecting maple sap and turning it into syrup for generations, making everlasting memories.
boat

Mike Tontimonia bids farewell to his readers and shares one final story as he prepares for a sort-of retirement.
hunter

Mike Tontimonia breaks down the evolving goals of hunters and fishermen as they age. A young sportsman to a seasoned sportsman, priorities change.
fishing

At only 19 years old, Cohen Honkala has developed a line of artificial worms for bass fishing. Learn more about Real Bassin and Honkala's fishing baits.
child and parent

Mike Tontimonia urges parents with children at home amid COVID-19 to enjoy this time and use it wisely, teaching life skills.
journal

Mike Tontimonia remembers Paul Liikala, a fellow outdoor writer and good friend, after seeing his name in an old log book from a fishing trip in 1987.
bluegill

Mike Tontimonia rates the most popular fish species found in catchable numbers throughout northeast Ohio.