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Cardboard Canvases: Artist Frederick Stivers
There is a quiet disarray that surrounds most of Fredrick Stivers artwork. It reminds one of the ripples left on the surface of a stream right after some trout has...
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Food & Recipes
Filson Food: Pheasant with Tarragon-Lemon Carrots
“A whole roasted pheasant takes time to pull off correctly. Rush the process and you’ll end up with a dry, lackluster-tasting bird that will make you wonder why you didn't...
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How To's
Winter Upland Hunting Guide + 5 Game Birds
Many game-bird seasons in the Northwest, Midwest, and Northeast extend well into winter— those cold, even icy days can be great times to hunt. Upland birds often fall into fairly...
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Food & Recipes
Filson Food: Chukars & Sagebrush Recipe
There may be no greater way to enjoy a meal than by going into the bush and cooking your harvest in the field from where it came. Although not native...
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Beginner's Guide to Upland Hunting in Washington
Upland bird hunting is wonderful way to get some great exercise and interact with the outdoors at a high level. A common picture that comes to our minds about bird...
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Food & Recipes
Filson Food: Spicy Duck Wontons
One of the common misconceptions about hunting is that every time a hunter goes out into the bush or the blind, they come home with food for the table. Although...
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Ruffed Grouse Hunting Basics
The ruffed grouse is affectionately called the king of game birds by those who enjoy hunting them on crisp autumn days. As their nickname hints, the ruffed grouse is challenging...
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How To's
Filson 101: How to Care For Your Leather Boots
Every now and then, your trusty boots will need a little TLC to keep them ready for any weather. This is not the fanciest method, but it’s simple, straightforward, and...
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How To's, Food & Recipes
Filson Food: Roasted Pheasant Jalapeño Poppers with Bourbon Red Pepper Jelly
A version of this recipe can most likely be found in every single hunter’s recipe rolodex from the Florida Panhandle to the Olympic Peninsula and everywhere in between. It is...
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Wild Goose Jack
At the turn of the 20th century, sportsman John (Jack) Miner found himself amidst an unregulated commercial market, and local grassroots hunting. In the small town of Kingsville, Ontario, along...
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Duck Banding: Hunter-Backed Conservation Work Helps Waterfowl Thrive
Banding has been used for centuries. In 218 B.C., besieged Roman soldiers reportedly used thread to tie a message on a crow’s leg and then released the bird. John James...
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North America’s Flyways and Ducks Unlimited
Twice a year waterfowl and bird species make the long journey from south to north and back again along the Pacific Flyway, stopping at reservoirs, wetlands, and shallow lakes along...
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History of the Shotgun for Upland Hunting
The earliest shotguns, or “Haile Shotte peics,” as they were called, date back to the 16th century in England, where they were used for hunting by the aristocracy, chief among...
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How To's
How to Process an Upland Bird
Steven Joyce of Reds Hunting, a renowned hunting and fly-fishing guide outfit in Eastern Washington, joined us at Filson’s annual Sportsman’s Expo to demonstrate how to harvest the meat from...
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Live Connected: Hunting the Judith Basin in Montana with Hannah Dewey
A story about an all women's upland bird hunting trip and a common desire to live a life connected told by Hannah Dewey. Hannah was raised as a nomad with...
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Hunting for Tom Brokaw with Covey Rise
Miles DeMott has been hunting compelling stories for more than three decades, writing across genres for a variety of audiences in print and digital spaces. The author of two novels,...
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A Season Well Spent with Jillian Lukiwski
Jillian Lukiwski, also known as The Noisy Plume, is an independent metalsmith, freelance photographer and writer representing the indelible spirit of the interior West of Canada and the USA. She...
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Field Guide: Wingshooting in Central Washington with Red's Fly Shop
With sparse deserts and plains, sprawling coastal tidelands, and the only temperate rainforest in the contiguous United States, Washington is home to one of the most diverse climates of any...
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Prepping for the Upcoming Hunt: Dog Training and Performance Tips
For over two decades, George Hickox has shown all levels of owners how to train great bird dogs. As the hunting season nears, it's incredibly important to reinforce good gun...
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The Blueprint for a Successful Bird Dog Training Program with George Hickox
For over two decades, George Hickox has shown all levels of owners how to train great bird dogs. Today, George details the blueprint of a successful bird dog training program....
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Upland Bird Hunting in Eastern Washington with Elias Carlson
Elias Carlson is a 31 year old freelance photographer, graphic designer, and videographer from Seattle, Washington. He has a thing for mountains, road-trips, and his wife Theresa. He is easily...
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How To's
Afield Without A Dog: Hints for Dog-Free Hunting
While most serious upland hunters wouldn’t think of leaving their dogs at home, sometimes opportunities to hunt good land (or between big trips) are lost. Plenty of other hunters may...
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Bounty in the Big Empty: Chukar Hunting in Nevada with Larry McKurtis
Larry McKurtis is a writer living in Northern Nevada. He's an avid cyclist, hunter, and fly fisherman - all of which give him an excuse to travel and explore all...
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Finding a Reason to Wander: Grouse Hunting with Blaine Peetso
Blaine Peetso is a mill worker in Northern Alberta and a self-described daydreamer. With a penchant for the outdoors and for photography, he created The Borealist blog as an excuse...
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How To's
Peter Patenaude Partridge Hunting Tips
Peter Patenaude, a registered Maine guide, has been a Filson advocate for over six years. His blog Boot & Canoe, focuses on traditional skills and Maine’s outdoor heritage. Peter shares some...
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