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Trail Running Season Is Back: How to Train for Trail Races This Year

Trail Running Season Is Back: How to Train for Trail Races This Year

Winter is lifting and the trails are waking up. Learn how to get back into trail running this season with training tips, nutrition strategies, recovery advice, and a 12-week plan to help you prepare for a trail half marathon.

05 Mar 2026
Why Shed Hunting Is Way Harder Than You Think — And How to Win More Antlers This Spring

Why Shed Hunting Is Way Harder Than You Think — And How to Win More Antlers This Spring

Shed hunting isn’t a casual spring walk — it’s a grind. If you’ve ever walked miles without finding a single antler, you’re not alone. Here’s why shed hunting is harder than it looks — and the proven strategies that will help you find more whitetail sheds this season.

03 Mar 2026
Michigan DNR Expands Digital Tagging for Hunters: What You Need to Know About eHarvest in 2026

Michigan DNR Expands Digital Tagging for Hunters: What You Need to Know About eHarvest in 2026

Michigan DNR is expanding digital eHarvest tagging in 2026 for deer, turkey, bear and more. Learn how the Hunt Fish app works, the benefits of digital kill tags, and why some Michigan hunters are hesitant about the change.

26 Feb 2026
The Eternal War: Good vs Evil Raging in Our World – A Biblical Battle Cry for Warriors of Faith

The Eternal War: Good vs Evil Raging in Our World – A Biblical Battle Cry for Warriors of Faith

In a chaotic world, the Bible reveals an epic good vs evil war. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture equips warriors with truth to combat corruption, wars, and decay. Arm up with faith's armor (Eph 6:12), stand like David against giants, and lead with unyielding strength.

21 Feb 2026
Abolish Michigan’s Hunting & Fishing Fee Hikes: Why Higher DNR License Costs Are the Wrong Solution

Abolish Michigan’s Hunting & Fishing Fee Hikes: Why Higher DNR License Costs Are the Wrong Solution

Michigan’s proposed hunting and fishing license fee increases would burden families, discourage participation, and weaken conservation long-term. Here’s why raising DNR fees is the wrong solution for funding Michigan’s outdoors.

13 Feb 2026
Ultimate Guide to the Top Rated Ice Fishing Gloves of 2026

Ultimate Guide to the Top Rated Ice Fishing Gloves of 2026

Discover the best ice fishing gloves that keep your hands warm, dry, and functional on the frozen lake. From extreme-cold waterproof models to dexterous finger-access gloves, find gear that transforms miserable cold into comfort and control.

04 Feb 2026
Major Changes Announced for 2026 Spring Turkey Hunting in Michigan: What Hunters Need to Know

Major Changes Announced for 2026 Spring Turkey Hunting in Michigan: What Hunters Need to Know

Michigan’s 2026 spring turkey season brings major changes, including new management units, longer seasons, guaranteed licenses, and mandatory harvest reporting

16 Jan 2026
Weight Training for Runners: How to Lift Weights Without Ruining Your Run Performance

Weight Training for Runners: How to Lift Weights Without Ruining Your Run Performance

Weight training helps runners build strength, prevent injuries, and improve efficiency without slowing down. Learn how often runners should lift, how to train properly, and how the 80% rule and 2-2-2 gym rule fit into smarter running.

09 Jan 2026
The New Food Pyramid Confirms It: Hunting Wild Game Like Whitetail Deer and Elk Is One of the Healthiest Protein Choices in America

The New Food Pyramid Confirms It: Hunting Wild Game Like Whitetail Deer and Elk Is One of the Healthiest Protein Choices in America

The new food pyramid update finally prioritizes real food and high-quality protein. Hunting wild game like whitetail deer and elk delivers unmatched nutrition, strength, and metabolic health—straight from the land to your freezer.

08 Jan 2026
Stop Overthinking Running: A Simple Training Guide That Actually Works

Stop Overthinking Running: A Simple Training Guide That Actually Works

Just two years ago, I was overthinking running training like everyone else. After completing 2 Ironmans and dozens of races, I learned what actually works. This post breaks down the simple principles that build real running fitness—without the BS.

07 Jan 2026
Ice Fishing 101: Gear, Safety, Bait, and the Real Reason to Fish the Hard Water

Ice Fishing 101: Gear, Safety, Bait, and the Real Reason to Fish the Hard Water

Ice fishing isn’t about comfort—it’s about discipline, patience, and earning every bite through cold and grit. This guide covers essential gear, safety rules, history, and the bait that works when the water is locked in ice.

06 Jan 2026
New Year, New Me Is Bullshit — If You Wanted Change, You’d Start Now

New Year, New Me Is Bullshit — If You Wanted Change, You’d Start Now

"New Year, New Me” is the lie people tell themselves to delay responsibility. If you really wanted change, you wouldn’t wait for January—you’d start now. This is your wake-up call.

29 Dec 2025
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