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In Idaho, it is illegal to fish on a camels back.
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Did you know the first Zebco was released in 1949?
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One of the most satisfying strikes I’ve seen
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Do you know which one is venomous?
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Always true😂
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Awesome strike here!!! (Via @dougwegner_fishing IG)
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Meet Bear 122 - “The Boss” of Banff National Park Been hit by a train twice Eats other bears Has sired 70% of the cubs in the area Over 20 years old (Photo: All in the Wild/Facebook)
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Since y’all love Zebcos so much, we’ll give one of ‘em away for free. Just like this post, and follow us if you aren’t already We’ll pick the winner in 72 hours! Model👇
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Did you know the first Zebco was released in 1949?
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Did you know poodles were originally bred for waterfowl hunting?
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WATCH: Hunter fends off mountain lion post elk-hunt These things are wild Hiker/video - Jared Erickson
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We remember!!
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Another satisfying strike🔥
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Crappie with the fly rod today.
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Should’ve brought my shotgun with me to the golf course last night!
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We told ChatGPT to show us a fisherman. We then kept telling it to make it “even more of a fisherman” View the thread to see the progression😂
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Sometimes you need to have this conversation with yourself
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Beautiful day on the lake! 😂
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Pranking fishermen, this is great😂 (Via @willem_powerfish ig)
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We all know the feeling!
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Quote from Yosemite Park Ranger on why it is hard to design a trash bin to keep bears from breaking into it: “There is considerable overlap between the intelligence of the smartest bears and the dumbest tourists” This is great.
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May we never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Happy Memorial day.
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As soon as the sun sets, the biggest smallmouth bass head for the shore. This is because at dusk crayfish start to become active.
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Fishing Tip: Before tying knots in monofilament fishing line, run the line through your lips. The slight bit of moisture helps tighten knots without damaging the line.
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I remember this feeling😂
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Camping in Red River Gorge
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Bass want to play too!
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Some real hillbilly action:
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Can you spot the snow leopard? Master of camouflage. Picture credit: Saurabh Desai
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Before a fishing trip, soak your bait worms in a mixture of water and garlic powder. This trick makes the worms irresistible to fish due to the strong scent.
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We all know the feeling
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Tip #9279 Fishing may be frustrating at times, but remember, a bad day fishing is better than a good day at work.
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😂😂😂
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What’s the best hike/view you guys have experienced? We’ll start - Grandfather Mountain, NC
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Heck of a fishing story!
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Did you know the Swiss army knife was invented in 1891 and originally produced in Germany?
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Tag someone who’d use this!😂
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Wait for it…wow
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Yes sir! Can’t wait to see it👊
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@backwoodstips Got my new ZEBCO REEL AND POLE today from Backwoods Tips giveaway!!! Thanks guys!! I will send another picture soon of my next LUNKER 😂👍
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Unreal blue gill attack
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Did you know? Alaska is the only state in the United States that doesn't have native bass species.
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Bears can sprint up to 35mph. Here’s a bluff charge - still terrifying. They stand their ground and back the bear down. (Video: Scenic Bear Viewing)
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Fishing Tip: When fishing in cold water, use smaller lures. Fish are less aggressive in cold conditions and tend to prefer smaller prey.
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In survival situations, you can place spider webs on wounds to stop bleeding. Spider webs contain clotting agents, and help to heal.
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Every hunter knows.. http://t.co/57tArPjtrw
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In Alaska, it is illegal to serve a moose alcohol.
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You guys have a favorite fishing knot?
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Who’s got their friends back like this?
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Natural Tick Repellent: Mix a few drops of eucalyptus oil with water and spray it on your clothing before heading out. This natural solution will help repel ticks.
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😂😂😂
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A bass can swim at 2.5 times their body length per second.
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Very true😂
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A whitetail deer can sprint up to roughly 40 mph and leap up to 8.5 feet!
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You gotta love Myrtle Beach😂
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Tag someone who’s falling for this! 😂
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Bass fishing tip: When your plastic worms get torn up, save ’em. Bass like to ambush wounded prey. A frayed worm is great to use in shallow waters.
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Did you know the average lifespan of a largemouth bass is 16 years?
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When making a fire in wet weather, go for the sticky stuff. The sap tends to be very flammable.
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Old school medicine: adding crushed acorns to a pint of water has many uses, including helping with toothache, rashes, and even in-grown toenails.
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Catfish have taste buds not only in their mouths but all over their bodies, allowing them to taste and sense chemicals in the water, helping them find food in murky waters. Even small catfish have over 250,000 taste buds
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Eclipse from Indiana.
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Orange Peel Fire Starter: Dry orange peels can be surprisingly effective as fire starters. Save your orange peels and use them as kindling to ignite your campfire.
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Who’s ready for turkey season? Let us know in the comments what state you will be hunting!
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A Red-Tail Hawk can detect a mouse from over a half-mile away.
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Fire Starter Tip: Always carry a steel wool pad and a 9-volt battery in your survival kit. Touching the battery terminals to the steel wool can create a quick and effective fire starter. Video Source: (The Outsider)
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I’d need a new pair of shorts
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Freshwater vs. Saltwater: There are more species of fish in freshwater habitats than in saltwater, despite the ocean covering about 71% of the Earth's surface.
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Good information! (Credit: barbcatchfishing Instagram)
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Incredible video of an octopus’s camouflage ability. (Video via Jonathan Gordon)
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Y’all release fish like this?
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Bass fishing tip: Bass feed really well during the first and last 30 minutes of daylight.
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Survival Situation: Food is never going to be the first thing on your list of necessities. Finding shelter and water should be your first priority.
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From all of us from backwoods tips we wish all the moms a happy Mother’s day!
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This is the Greenland Shark - they live up to 500 years and have been known to eat polar bears
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During hibernation, a bear's heart rate drops from around 40-50 beats per minute to as low as 8 beats per minute.
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Duct Tape Band-Aid: For small blisters or cuts, place a piece of duct tape directly on the affected area. Duct tape is durable and can provide temporary protection until proper first aid can be applied.
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A mountain lion can leap more than 20 feet vertically from a standstill and up to 40 feet horizontally without a running start, making it one of the animal kingdom's most formidable jumpers.
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The oldest known fish hooks, found in East Timor, date back to about 42,000 years ago, suggesting early humans were sophisticated fishermen.
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Deer have 4 stomachs, similar to those of a cow.
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.50 Cal in Super Slow Motion blowing a candle (YouTube: The Slow Mo Guys)
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