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This week we sit down with our optics editor, Andrew McKean, to discuss the armloads of new optics he's been testing for weeks, including binoculars, riflescopes, and thermals. Here are the highlights from the test, including his advice for anyone looking to buy new glass this summer.
You can read the first of McKean's articles from the test — his binocular reviews — at outdoorlife.com/optics24
Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.
Hosted by editor in chief Alex Robinson.
Produced by executive editor Natalie Krebs.
Reporting by hunting and optics editor Andrew McKean.
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Anti-hunters have a playbook that's extremely effective at persuading the public to change wildlife management. This week on the podcast, Alex interviews Brian Lynn of the Sportsmen’s Alliance to learn how these anti-hunting organizations operate, and the strategic advantages they enjoy over hunters.
Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.
Hosted by editor in chief Alex Robinson.
Produced by executive editor Natalie Krebs.
Find more on the potential ballot initiative here: https://www.outdoorlife.com/catban
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There's a lot to love about new trail cameras as their features get more sophisticated and easier to use. There are also a few concerns with all that powerful new tech. Here's editor-in-chief Alex Robinson's take on all the new trail cameras he's been testing lately, and what it all means for deer hunters.
Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.
Hosted by editor in chief Alex Robinson.
Produced by executive editor Natalie Krebs.
Find the full trail cam test at outdoorlife.com/trailcamtest
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This week on the podcast we're introducing you to Outdoor Life's newest podcast: Quick Strike with Joe Cermele. In this first episode of the show, OL's fishing editor sits down with down with Chris Bohlman of the Retro Bassin’ YouTube channel to shine a light on old, underrated, and affordable bass baits.
You can follow the show by searching "Quick Strike with Joe Cermele" wherever you get your podcasts.
Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.
Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.
Produced by OL executive editor Natalie Krebs.
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To be a Fudd, you simply have to hold onto an old idea no matter how much new and better information contradicts it. This mindset has always been a part of hunting culture, and everyone is probably guilty of being a Fudd from time to time. Here are the most common examples that we all need to move on from.
Read the full story here: https://www.outdoorlife.com/fudd
Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.
Hosted by editor in chief Alex Robinson.
Produced by executive editor Natalie Krebs.
Guest is staff writer Tyler Freel.
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Animal-rights activists have gained permanent ground in Australia in the fight to shut down recreational duck hunting. Much of what’s happening in Australia can absolutely happen in the U.S. Some of it already has.
Read the full story here: https://www.outdoorlife.com/australia
Reporting and editing by executive editor Natalie Krebs.
Mixed and mastered by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.
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