We are currently living in a unique moment in history—one that hasn’t been experienced before and can never be experienced again. This year marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. Consequently, one wonders if, a quarter of a millennium ago, our Founding Fathers envisioned that the guns used by the patriots to win our independence would come to epitomize the very concept of freedom itself. Indeed, as they noted in the Second Amendment to the Constitution 15 years later, individual firearm ownership is an inalienable right that helped solidify the nation that became America.…

I’m a sucker for dumplings, so when I saw the viral “blanket” dumpling trend, I couldn’t help but try it with wild game. Inspired by Japanese gyoza, these blanket dumplings offer an easier way to get your fix without the tedious work of folding each one by hand. It’s essentially just a meatball draped with pre-made wonton wrappers. The bottoms are fried until golden and crispy, then a splash of water is added to the pan to steam and soften the tops.Although gyoza is traditionally made with pork, these can be made with virtually any ground wild game, including venison,…

00:00:02 Speaker 1: Welcome to Backwoods University, a place where we focus on wildlife, wild places, and the people who dedicate their lives to conserving both. Big shout out to Onyx Hunt for their support of this podcast. I’m your host, Lake Pickle, and on today’s episode, we are in the southern marshes of the Gulf learning about the only brackish water turtle in the United States. We’re going to learn about the unique history of this animal, as well as the vital role that they play in these special ecosystems. You want me to grab anything else? 00:00:41 Speaker…

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The National Shooting Sports Foundation’s (NSSF) estimate of last month’s gun sales was up 2.2 percent compared to August 2025. The numbers came in at 1,115,410 and 1,091,342, respectively. Firearm sales in 2026, compared to 2025, have now increased seven months in a row. It’s a welcome trend for a firearm industry fatigued from the post-pandemic sales lethargy. January suffered the only decline this year at 0.7 percent. It was more than erased with February’s 3.5-percent increase. Although NSSF’s numbers are widely considered a barometer of industry health, it’s widely recognized that the organization’s estimates are low. The figures are…

For me, drill work is about building consistency across changing variables. As distance decreases and time compresses, performance must remain stable. The goal is not just speed, but also to maintain control as the window tightens. The Rifle Standard Delta 2 is a drill that pressures recoil control, visual discipline and cadence as those demands increase. This drill is shot at multiple distances with progressively shorter par times, forcing you to balance aggression with accountability. Shooters typically overdrive the gun at closer distances, assuming it’s easier, which leads to unnecessary misses. Stay disciplined, track your sights and let speed come…