Family-Outdoors

10/26/2026

There's aspects of this I don't love, but I get why MDC feels they need this change. Won't kick in until Spring. It's definitely not a big $ thing, but trying to be better stewards of these areas. I've personally witnessed these scenarios where people are trashing areas, so...

Blog that shares information for families and individuals on enjoying the outdoors - whether that be hiking, hunting, fishing, or camping.

09/22/2026

7 thoughts on maximizing travel value within your budget. https://family-outdoors.blogspot.com/2026/09/how-to-maximize-experience-and-value-on.html

08/30/2026

How does a big trip get started? With a single step. Some thoughts on how to make it happen.

How to get started planning a travel adventure.

08/24/2026

Experiencing travel to new places and cultures has blessed our lives greatly the past 5 years and we'd like to share some of those experiences. Here's an introduction to this endeavor.

Blog that shares information for families and individuals on enjoying the outdoors - whether that be hiking, hunting, fishing, or camping.

07/01/2026

A really hot 20 mile Katy Trail ride today, but had this fun experience.

Another surprisingly awesome day on the Katy Trail at Peers (mile 81ish), given terrible heat and humidity. Today I am just sharing this short video of this beautiful spot and a snippet of an experience I had there on July 1, 2026 as I stumbled upon the singer/songwriter Chloe Hoecker and a film cre...

04/24/2026

If you're not out turkey hunting right now, here are a couple of beautiful places to get in some springtime fishing or just enjoying the outdoors.

1 like. "Two Great Missouri Ozark Destinations - Little Piney Creek and Montauk State Park"

04/22/2026

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11/26/2025

Just saw a former colleague's picture of his grandson with a harvested deer and it made me think about the connection hunters have with the food they eat. I get it, and even respect the opinions of those who choose to refrain from eating meat. For kids, at an appropriate age, to participate in harvesting the food they eat I believe is a good thing. Just my opinion. Happy Thanksgiving!!!

11/14/2025

R***e season in Missouri is upon us! I'm out of action with an injury that'll have me missing significant time in the field, but it's given me time to create some blogposts sharing some thoughts...I recently shared a guide to field dressing deer. Here's a post on how climate change might affect your hunts in Missouri with actionable thoughts and how to improve success in your harvests. Be safe and much success!

And What Hunters Need to Know in Each MDC RegionMissouri deer hunters have always adapted to changing weather, shifting food sources, and the natural rhythm of the rut. But in recent years, hunters across the state have noticed new patterns—warmer falls, unpredictable storms, erratic acorn crops, ...

11/08/2025

Don't head out on your first deer hunt before you know how to do this...

When the adrenaline rush of a successful deer hunt starts to fade, the real work begins. Field dressing — removing the internal organs of your deer — is the crucial first step to preserving meat quality and preventing spoilage. It’s a skill every hunter should master, and while it can be a lit...