Macy Shaw
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Is he down!? Is he down!?
Happy November and Early Thanksgiving, Guys! I went home to celebrate early and get some time in the blind. It was a great weekend! Along with the family time, myself and Jameson (my husband) both got a nice deer. I took this old guy down with a .300 Win Mag rifle, Sunday morning just past…
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Hello Deer Season I missed you
Sorry I’m late to post—if you checked the calendar, you know deer season opened last weekend for rifle. I’m seriously excited this year because it’s been two years since I’ve chased a buck. My husband and I both hunt, but I’ll usually only go out if we need to put meat in the freezer. And…
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Fall Fishing Guide
Happy Sunday, guys, we spent all Friday and today checking out how the fishing was in and around Dallas. We went to Lake Ray Hubbard Friday and Lake Lavon today. Fall allegedly brings some of the best lake fishing opportunities of the year, but we had two very slow days. Reeled in one largie (largemouth…
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GUNS
Let’s talk about the real shit: guns, baby. Specifically, shotguns. If you read the “Dove Hunting 101” post, you’ll see that I recommended purchasing a shotgun. It’s a great starting gun that’s pretty versatile for people just starting out. Terminology: .410The .410 shotgun is the smallest caliber shotgun. It has minimal recoil (kick) and fires…
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Dove Hunting 101
I’m sitting by the fire pit on our back porch writing this, so it’s safe to say fall has officially arrived. Typically, the first cold front pushes more doves through Texas, so if you didn’t get an early start on the season, no worries—you still have until November 10th, 2024. In this post, I’ll break…
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Get your license
If you’re planning to hunt or fish in Texas (or honestly, any state), the first step is getting your license. I’m most familiar with Texas, so I’ll break down the process for you. Step 1: Hunter Certification If you were born after 1971, you’re going to need a hunter certification. It’s a one-time course that’s…
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