Author: Braxton Taylor
How many times have you heard someone say something like this when talking about hunting public land roosters, “As soon as you shut the truck door, they all flush out the end of the slough and sail to the private.”The implication is that those hard-hunted ditch chickens are onto the game, and they aren’t sticking around to see whether you can swing a shotgun correctly or not. But another way to look at it would be to find a different location to park, and not slam the truck door shut.The value of being quiet when it comes to pressured birds…
Hosts Janis Putelis, Spencer Neuharth, and Austin “Chilly” Chleborad discuss the outdoor win in Pennsylvania and Jani’s upcoming 100 mile run, chat with Tony Jackson about the bite in NC, play another round of Fake News, and talk with Jacob Hernandez and Bo Hendrickson of the US Fish and Wildlife Service’s Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program about the oak work they’re doing on Jani’s Wisconsin property. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube Read the full article here
This week, Brent’s searching the archives of his memory for some answers. Were the good ol’ days as good as we remember? Were bad days as bad? Do feelings of nostalgia alter facts? Listen in and see if you agree with his conclusions. He’s also sharing a listener’s story about a stubborn horse named Bob. Saddle up! It’s time for MeatEater’s This Country Life podcast. Read the full article here
Roughly 70 Florida National Guard troops have been deployed to the newly built, remote immigration detention site deep in the Florida Everglades dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz” as the Trump administration leans harder on the military to enforce its nationwide immigration crackdown.The Guardsmen, already on the ground and armed, are tasked with “conducting base camp security,” Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell told reporters Wednesday. The troops come from various units across Florida and are serving under state orders, placing them under the command of Gov. Ron DeSantis.The state orders putting them under the command of DeSantis makes the deployment different from the Guard’s…
The Navy has confirmed that a special warfare sailor died on Tuesday during training in California.Special Warfare Boat Operator 2nd class Noah Tobin, a sailor assigned to Special Boat Team 20, died “while participating in a parachute training event in Porterville, California,” a spokesperson for Naval Special Warfare Command told Military.com on Thursday.The spokesperson added that Tobin was attending the Naval Parachute Course that was being run by the Naval Special Warfare Advanced Training Command — the same command that trains the famed Navy SEAL operators.Read Next: Guardsmen Help Operate ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ as Trump Increasingly Leans on Military for Immigration…
A $157 billion defense funding boost that the Pentagon has been counting on to compensate for an otherwise flat budget has been approved by Congress and is on its way to President Donald Trump’s desk for his signature.The House voted 218-214 almost entirely along party lines on Thursday afternoon to pass the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act, sweeping legislation to enact Trump’s agenda on everything from immigration to taxes. The House passage, which followed the Senate’s narrow approval on Tuesday, closed a week of Congress sprinting to get the bill to Trump’s desk by his self-imposed deadline of July…
The past offered little guidance for President Donald Trump on whether to make a major policy announcement on the Fourth of July, although he has invited the B-2 Spirit pilots who flew the mission against Iran last week to the White House for the occasion, which could offer a backdrop for a Mideast policy declaration.Last year, President Joe Biden hosted an Independence Day celebration at the White House, including a barbecue for several thousand active-duty military members and their families. Later that day, Biden and his family, joined by then-Vice President Kamala Harris, watched the annual fireworks display on the…
The U.S. military B-2 Spirit bomber pilots and crew involved with the coordinated strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities last month have been invited to attend a July 4 celebration at the White House, but it’s not clear what measures have been taken to protect their identities.The White House confirmed to Military.com that those involved in the mission, dubbed Operation Midnight Hammer, were invited to the White House’s July 4 celebration. It follows comments made Sunday by President Donald Trump on Fox News in which he said they’d be heading to the White House.”Hundreds of military families will be present at…
The recent pause in U.S. weapons deliveries to Ukraine, including some 30 Patriot missiles, has Russian officials openly questioning the willingness—and ability—of the United States to support a key ally. The Kremlin’s top spokesman greeted the recent decision gleefully: “The industry can’t make missiles in necessary quantities fast enough, especially as there were obviously many shipments to Israel as well, and deliveries to Ukraine are continuing”, said Dmitry Peskov. Kirill Dmitriev, the CEO of Russia’s direct investment bank, said on Telegram, “Such a move raises questions about the West’s real ability to continue supporting Ukraine—and about the priorities of American defense policy…
Viktos Black Arms Co. is known for creating innovative tactical gear and is now coming out with the Counteract 15 CCW Backpack, a new solution for discreet everyday carry. Engineered with precision and designed for urban environments, the Counteract 15 combines functionality with a sleek, low-profile aesthetic. Designed by U.S. veterans and rigorously tested by CCW firearms trainers and industry partners, the Counteract 15 is built for reliability in demanding environments. Padded shoulder straps with airmesh backing provide comfort during extended wear, making it an essential companion for professionals and enthusiasts alike. The heart of the Counteract 15 is a…