Author Archives : Matt Staser

Product Review – Ribz Front Pack


There is a place for a backpack and then there are times when its more of hassle than anything.  In this review, I will be putting the the Ribz Front Pack to the test in the field during a turkey hunt in Central Illinois. With Turkey hunting on the mind, I knew a clunky backpack wasn’t something I was looking…

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New Seasons, New Season, New Seasons….


The last few years, there seems to be a trend with a lot of states.  They are adding and extending deer seasons.  Why is that?  Most hunters in most of these states will claim that their whitetail herd is diminishing.  I know here is Illinois, that is the case.  Hunters are seeing less deer.  Hunters are seeing less quality deer.…

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The Great Marshmallow Debate: Toasted or Burned


My cameraman (my 8 year old son) and I were spending the day out at our happy place and decided to end the day with some marshmallows over the fire.  With the discussion we have been having on Twitter about what the best mallow is, toasted or burned, we decided to make a video and show you the RIGHT way.

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Product Review – Clay Clips


What makes shooting fun?  To me it’s actually shooting stuff like the cans lined up on the log or just the hedge apples laying on the ground. We all like something more than just a paper plate hanging there that we just punch holes in.  What about that box of clay pigeons you got laying there?  What about hanging a…

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Fair Weather Runner, The New Year


I love to train hard and keep in fit shape all year long. I also love to go out for a run down the road or especially thru the hills and hollers in our local state parks. Then there are times when I hop on a bike and hit the roads or trails also. It all really clears my mind…

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Product Review – Last Light Laser Locator


How many times have you just made that great shot and watched that critter run off into the distance.  You know you made a great shot so you watch where it ran by that one tree a couple hundred yards away and wait till dark.  All you have to do is walk over to that tree, pick up the blood…

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venison recipe

Pulled Smoked Venison


Most people have a hard time smoking deer because it dries out real easy. I always had that problem as well until I figured it out. I have done it this way for years and it’s super easy.  Here is how I smoke deer and it’s always a guaranteed hit. If you don’t have a smoker yet, read some reviews and…

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Smoked Venison A La Matt


Most people have a hard time smoking deer because it dries out real easy. I always had that problem as well until I figured it out. I have been doing it this way for years and its super easy.  Here is how I smoke deer and its always a guaranteed hit.

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