My hope as digital editor of the Grand View Outdoors website is that you find our stories educational, entertaining and thought-provoking. In case you missed some along the way, here's a list of 10 stories I thought were some of the best from 2019.
If your favorite story didn't make my list, leave a comment below or send me an email at mike.schoblaska@grandviewoutdoors.com. I'd love to hear from you!
10: RUNNER WHO CHOKED A MOUNTAIN LION TO DEATH HAS BEEN RELEASED FROM HOSPITAL
The Colorado trail runner who choked a mountain lion to death in self-defense has been treated for puncture wounds and lacerations but is expected to make a full recovery.
9: NEW ARCHERY WORLD RECORD NON-TYPICAL WHITETAIL
The Pope and Young Club recently announced a new world record non-typical whitetail that scores 327 7/8 inches.
8: WHAT DID LEWIS AND CLARK EAT?
According to Discovery Corps member Raymond Darwin Burroughs, deer, elk and bison weren’t the only things on the menu.
7: TOP 20 HUNTING PRODUCTS OF THE PAST 50 YEARS
There’s no doubt that improvements in technology and equipment have made days afield safer, more enjoyable and more productive than at any time in history.
6: 5 TIPS TO BETTER BLOOD TRAILING BY GETTING ON AND STAYING ON THE BLOOD
These tips could mean the difference between unrecovered game and a punched tag.
5: VENISON HOT POT RECIPE: EASY AS 1, 2, 3
Hot pot cooking is like fondue on steroids. It’s even better when you’re cooking up fresh venison.
4: POACHERS CAUGHT WHEN UNDEAD WHITETAIL DEER WAKES UP IN TRUCK
Two men in New York were caught by authorities after a whitetail deer they illegally shot jumped out of their pickup.
3: HOW TO EVALUATE TURKEY PATTERNS
Turkey hunters may only get one shot at a spring gobbler. Here’s how to make it count.
No ice is ever completely safe, but early ice can be especially dangerous. Keep these tips in mind to stay dry, and alive, this early ice season.
1: BACK TO TRADITIONS: MODERN MUZZLELOADERS HELP FILL TAGS
Modern inline blackpowder guns are accurate, dependable and relatively easy to operate. For a modest price, you can greatly extend your time in the woods and overall odds of success.
