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Mike Fitzgerald

Mike Fitzgerald
A Full-Time Marketing Manager at Bowhunting.com and Rhino Group, Mike is an avid outdoorsman, videographer, and photographer living in Northern Minnesota on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness with his wife and son.
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The Return Of The New World Screwworm
The Return of the New World Screwworm

Why resurgence of this flesh-eating fly matters to bowhunters. A steril New World screwworm fly. Photo courtesy of USDA I remember growing up and hearing warnings about killer bees invading from the south. Let’s not forget the unstoppable march of army ants devouring everything in their path.  My adolescent brain was convinced we were in […]

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The Ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide for Bowhunters | 2026

Great gift ideas for the Bowhunting Dad on your list Gear he actually wants without breaking the bank Father’s Day is right around the corner. Skip the generic ties and “World’s Best Dad” mugs this year and get him something highly functional that he will actually use in the timber or rep his passion year […]

Inside The Doi’s Proposed Hunting And Fishing Expansion
Inside the Feds’ Proposed Hunting and Fishing Expansion

Unpacking the Access Wins and the Deeper Policy Risks The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) made headlines this week by announcing the largest proposed expansion of hunting and sport fishing access in the history of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS). Driven by Secretarial Order 3447, which was signed by Interior Secretary Doug […]

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Montana Knife Company Launches First Folding Knife

After nearly six years of building a reputation on premium, American-made fixed blades, Montana Knife Company (MKC) is stepping into the folding knife market. The Missoula-based manufacturer has officially announced the upcoming release of its first-ever folder, named THE MONTANA. The knife represents a five-year manufacturing expansion aimed at bringing a high-tolerance pocket knife into […]

Over Half Of Wisconsin Deer Ticks Carry Lyme Disease
Over Half of Wisconsin Deer Ticks Carry Lyme Disease

What the Marshfield Tick Data Means for Hunters A newly released study from the Marshfield Clinic Research Institute has delivered a clear look at the specific pathogen risks facing anyone stepping into the upper Midwestern woods. Data from the institute’s Tick Inventory via Citizen Science (TICS) project reveals that just over half of all deer […]

The Rising Heat Over Thermal Drones
The Rising Heat Over Thermal Drones

Increasing recovery without losing the soul of fair chase Simulated thermal image of a bedded deer Modern hunting technology continues to move faster than our regulations can keep up with. As new products and high-tech tools hit the market and make their way into the timber, we find ourselves in increasingly grey and controversial territory. […]

Michigan Approves One Buck Rule For Lower Peninsula
Michigan Approves One-Buck Rule for Lower Peninsula

Michigan’s Natural Resources Commission (NRC) voted 4-3 to approve a new one-buck limit for the Lower Peninsula on Wednesday. The decision concludes months of debate and intense public feedback, signaling a major shift in how deer are managed in Michigan. While reform groups pushed for the rule to take effect this fall, the commission confirmed […]

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Stealth Cam Announces Velvet Whitetail Hunt Giveaway

Stealth Cam has partnered with Salt Creek Outfitters in Kentucky for a massive “Velvet Whitetail Giveaway.” The campaign encourages hunters to shift gears into deer mode as turkey seasons wrap up and summer scouting begins. One grand prize winner will receive a velvet whitetail hunt with Salt Creek Outfitters and a premier hunting gear package. […]

Pope & Young Announces Online Auction For Bowhunting Conservation
Pope & Young Announces Online Auction for Bowhunting Conservation

Pre-Bidding for the Pope & Young Online Auction is Live now! Pope & Young will host a special online auction next Friday, May 15, at 8:00 PM CST. This event supports the organization’s mission to preserve and protect the future of bowhunting. The auction features exclusive tags, world-class hunts, and historic items from the Pope […]

Idaho Just Reset The Clock On Public Land Scouting
Idaho Just Reset the Clock on Public Land Scouting

New ban on cell cameras and other tech-base hunting aids HB 939 bans cell cams on Idaho public land | Photo by NorthwestWildImages – stock.adobe.com Idaho hunters are facing a new reality this fall. Governor Brad Little has officially signed House Bill 939 into law, placing a strict seasonal ban on cellular trail cameras and […]

One Buck, Two Buck, Big Buck, New Buck. Can Michigan Save Its Herd?
One Buck, Two Buck, Big Buck, New Buck

Can Michigan Save Its Deer Herd? There’s a big debate going on in Michigan, as they look to drop from a two-buck, to a one-buck state. A hunter sitting with two buck tags in their pocket behaves differently than a hunter with one. This “second tag” psychology has defined Michigan hunting for decades, often leading […]

How Far Is Too Far: Why Your "max Range" Is A Moving Target
How Far Is Too Far for Whitetails?

Understand why your “Maximum Range” is a moving target. How far are you willing to shoot at a whitetail? Modern compound bows are engineering marvels, with high-speed cams, precision machining, and adjustable sights making 80-yard shots more achievable than ever. However, just because the equipment is capable of that distance does not mean we should […]

Lose Your Script: 5 Costly Assumptions Keeping Toms Alive
Lose Your Script: 5 Costly Assumptions That Keep Toms Alive

Turkey hunting is a game of chess played in the dirt, and more often than not, we lose because we assume the bird is following our script.  If you’re walking out of the woods empty-handed, it’s likely because you fell for one of these five common misconceptions. 1. The Roost is a Lock Watching a […]

Don't Ruin The Trophy: 2 Ways To Pull A Turkey Beard This Spring
Don’t Ruin the Trophy: 2 Ways to Pull a Turkey Beard This Spring

The sun is up, the bird is flopping, and you finally have a longbeard on the ground.  Once the adrenaline settles, the post-harvest decisions begin. You might be weighing the options of a full body mount or a simple fan display, but for many of us, that beard is the non-negotiable keepsake.  There are plenty […]

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Full Draw Dilemma: Navigating Bowhunting’s 2 Most Controversial Shot Angles

The bowhunting community is full of passionate whitetail hunters who enjoy archery and the unique challenges that come with it.  But if you’ve been in the woods long enough, you know that deer rarely follow the script. Eventually, you will find yourself at a decision point where a deer presents an angle that isn’t the […]

House Votes To Delist Gray Wolves Nationwide
House Votes to Delist Gray Wolves Nationwide

Big moves are in motion over the longtime battle for gray wolves across the country, with lawmakers now pushing for delisting nationwide.

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3 Things to Consider Before Buying a Crossbow

Looking for a new crossbow? Learn the 3 most important things to consider before you buy to help make an informed decision for your hunting style.

New Trail Cameras For 2025
New Trail Cameras for 2025

Shopping for the latest in trail camera technology? We've got you covered with our list of the top new trail cameras for 2025.

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How To Get Better Trail Cam Photos

A little effort on the front end will help you maximize the images you get from your cameras. Here's 5 tips for better trail cam photos this year.