Podcast: At Home in Texas, with Robert Earl Keen

Reid has the privilege of spending an hour talking with singer, songwriter, hunter, and Texas icon Robert Earl Keen. Having retired from the road after 41 prolific years, REK discusses settling into life in the Texas Hill Country, taking a bit more . . .

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Pro Tips: How to Clean a Dove

Written by: Jennifer Miller, Greystone Castle


Correctly cleaning and storing your doves means they’ll be delicious on the table.
Photos courtesy Greystone Castle

Dove season is in full swing around most of the country. Now that you have been on your hunt, taken the shots, and made the retrieve; the next step is properly cleaning the birds and . . .

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Orvis Hunt Book Instagram Photographer II: Pat Fitzpatrick


Talk about a great day to play hooky!
Photo by Pat Fitzpatrick

Our second photographer is Pat Fitzpatrick, from Texas. He notes, “All of the events described below took place on public land in the State of Texas. Texas is known for its lack of public. . .

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What Makes a Great Dove Field?

Written by: Jennifer Miller, Greystone Castle


Black oil sunflowers are a favorite of Doves!
All photos courtesy Greystone Castle

For many people in the South, dove season is just two months away. To attract birds, a well-planned dove field is a must. There are several key things to look for: . . .

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Photo Essay: Habitat Maintenance at Greystone Castle

Written by: Jennifer Miller, Greystone Castle


Greystone Castle started burning the hunt fields as soon as the 2014-15 season wrapped up.
Photos courtesy Greystone Castle

Editor’s note: Jennifer Miller—who works at Greystone Castle Sporting Club, in Mingus, Texas—sent in these cool photos that show how such an operation maintains its habitat in the. . .

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