In this State-to-State duck hunting comparison, we take an in-depth look at the different hunting style, habitat features and pros/cons of duck hunting in each renowned duck hunting state. Arkansas Duck Hunting Arkansas is well known for its duck hunting and for good reason. Thousands of acres of fertile river …
The deep south offers many great foods, but I was turned on to Buffalo Fried Quail many years ago at a dinner after a field trial in Lumpkin, GA. The trial was run on a long pine plantation that looked like it had been transplanted from a famous panting. When …
It’s Friday afternoon and as I sit at the computer writing this blog, the weather is just plain dreary. It’s overcast and the wind is howling {in our neck of the woods, it’s really howling!} So what would be better to do on a day like today than to curl
Like many young women, I planned my wedding on a budget. It can seem intimidating with so many potential expenses – flowers, food, invitations, cake, gown, DJ – the list can go on and on. With so many costs to consider, many couples on a budget chose to
New for 2026 at Heartland Lodge: Guided Predator Hunt Packages! LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE! There’s nothing quite like the adrenaline rush you get from a hard charging coyote coming into the call! Experience the ultimate coyote hunt this winter at the lodge! It’s a great way to cure cabin fever in …
Each year at this time, people who live or travel along the Mississippi or Illinois rivers, turn their eyes to the sky for signs that the eagles have landed! Eagle watching is a huge activity during the winter months and is perfect for anyone who has an appreciation for this …
…and the groom and the rest of the wedding party! And they’re coming to Harpole’s Heartland Lodge for the perfect destination wedding location! I’ll be honest – I’ve never been to a wedding at the lodge and I sometimes think that had Dan and I learned a
The topic of antlerless deer harvest is never without some controversy. Some people are adamantly opposed to the idea of any does being harvested and some would like as many killed as possible. Most deer hunters would fall somewhere in the middle of the
“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…Jack Frost nipping at your nose…”. When you hear these words, what comes to mind? For most of us, it’s one of the most recognized and beloved songs of the season – “The Christmas Song” – or commonly subtitled “Chestnu
4 keys to Opening Weekend of Gun Season
Opening Weekend of gun season has a special engrained meaning in the hearts of all hunters. Food, fellowship, anticipation for the first light of opening morning. When the initial shot crashes the air
