By Ken PerrotteNov 22, 2017The 20th Century Outdoors was Tough Club for Women to Crack - Change has Come“We’ve come a long way baby.” Brenda Valentine, often called “the first lady of hunting,” slightly modified the kitschy 1968 marketing...
By Ken PerrotteOct 30, 2017Minnesota's Lakes Offer Outdoor Smorgasbord; Baudette and Mouth of Rainy River a Fishing HubBAUDETTE, Minn.—The mouth of the Rainy River, just north of here, was misleadingly calm as our 27-foot Sportcraft fishing boat joined the...
By Ken PerrotteOct 2, 2017Goliath Grouper fishing Florida's Gulf Coast; Food, Fun in Sun - Watch Out, These Fish can Hurt You!If you’re looking for a total saltwater heaven destination check out the area around Charlotte Harbor, Florida, where three rivers...
By Ken PerrotteJul 19, 2017Sunshine State Offers Family Fishing Fun - Pontoon Boat Offers Comfort on Inshore ExpeditionsOne of the best things about going to the American Sportfishing Association’s big annual trade show in Orlando is that it’s usually...
By Ken PerrotteApr 5, 2017A Good Dog Can Be A Hunter's Best FriendSO, I’M PICKING up a puppy today, a four-month-old Boykin spaniel. While I’ve known many dogs in recent years, it’s been a while since I...
By Ken PerrotteDec 7, 2016Fight the frost: From boots to bags, great gear for your next cold-weather adventureA couple outdoor expeditions afforded the opportunity to field test some superb products under a variety of weather conditions and a...