fisherchad+FollowIt's called "Fishing" not "Catching" đItâs called fishing, not catching, right? Even after 20+ years on the water, I still get skunked sometimesâespecially when I moved to a new area. But those slow days taught me more than the good ones: tide timing, bait choices, weather patterns, tackle tweaks. Now I pick my fishing days more carefully, but honestly? Just being out there is the reward. Catching something is a bonus. Anyone feel like the same? #fishing #FishingLife #CatchAndRelease #Outdoors 2010Share
Manuel Bright+FollowStop wasting decoysâtry this setupIâve been tweaking my decoy setups over the past few seasons, and Iâve learned that a few small changes can make a big difference. Realistic decoys are absolutely worth the investmentâanimals catch on fast. I always make sure theyâre easy to spot, but I stay well hidden, usually with the sun behind me and deep cover around. Decoys should draw attention away from you, not toward you. I also like to play around with numbers and positioning until something clicks. Curiousâwhatâs one decoy tactic you swear by that others might overlook? #hunting #huntingtips #decoyhunting #Outdoors 10Share
fisherchad+FollowHow to free snags without losing luresHad a beginner ask me this yesterday so figured I'd share: First try repositioning yourself opposite your retrieve direction and give your rod some quick pops - works surprisingly often! If that fails: Point rod tip at snag, hold your spool tight, walk backward slowly. Pressure goes on the line, not your rod. Lure either comes free or you bend the hook out. Always wear glasses and NEVER wrap braid around your hands. Learned that one the hard way! #fishing #snagged #FishingTips #Outdoors 2310Share
Manuel Bright+FollowWhy do bucks shed antlers at different times?Went shed hunting last weekend and found a few fresh singlesâbut no pairs. Got me thinking about why bucks shed at such different times. Turns out itâs not random. In the North, older bucks drop early after a hard rut. Down South, the longer breeding season keeps testosterone high, so mature bucks hold on longer. Stress from poor nutrition or injury can also trigger early casting. And the way antlers actually fall? Their bodies actively release themâpretty wild. Anyone else noticing early or late drops this year where you hunt? Any patterns youâve picked up over time? #hunting #shedhunting #DeerHunting #Outdoors 215Share
Mario Larsen+FollowSaratoga Ridgeâs Color BurstSaratoga Ridge Loop is a weekend gemâtrails weave between cool dappled shade and warm golden sunlight, keeping every step dynamic. Just the right length: not too tough, but rewarding enough to feel accomplished. Autumn turns the ridge into a fiery canvas, blending fresh greens with blazing reds. Weekends get busy, but parking clears fast with patient waiters. Perfect for all levelsâwhether youâre seasoned or new. Bonus? Nearby McClure Beach trailhead extends the fun. Nature + community vibes = pure magic. #Outdoors#Hiking#SaratogaRidgeHike#BayAreaHikes #ColorfulAdventures 10Share
Mario Larsen+Follow Fountain Trails MagicStart at Claremont Mesa Driveâs endâFountain Trails Loop weaves through North and South Fountain peaks, a city-dwellerâs escape into nature. Choose your path: clockwise climbs North Peak, descends via Southâs steps; reverse for a fresh vibe. Year-round access, but weekends demand early arrival for parking. Bring water, sunscreenâoptional Fountain Saddle shortens the route. Spring blooms + city-ocean views = instant escape. #Outdoors#Hiking#FountainPeakHike #SanDiegoTrails #CityEscape70Share
Mario Larsen+FollowBlack Star Falls ThrillKick off at Santiago Canyon Roadâveer left onto Silverado, then Black Star Canyon. Trail weaves 3 miles through rocky creek beds, ending at a thundering waterfall (rainy days = epic flows!). Final stretch? Scramble over bouldersâsturdy shoes a must, offline maps recommended. Watch for poison oak; this canyonâs wild. Fun fact: 1831 battle site + old coal mine roots. Weekends get packedâarrive early to secure parking. #Outdoors#Hiking#BlackStarHike #OrangeCountyTrails #WaterfallAdventures00Share
jasonking+FollowFlathead catfish will eat ANYTHING?! đłJust learned flathead catfish are absolute monsters - they'll swallow fish nearly their own size! Perch, bowfin, frogs, mice, even ducklings. No wonder live bait works so well. These things are pure opportunists. Makes me think twice about what to throw at them next trip...đ€ #fishing #CatfishFishing #Outdoors 2611Share
fisherchad+FollowWhy I stick to freshwater fishingGive me lakes and streams any day! Saltwater feels like homework - expensive gear, complex regulations, license requirements. Freshwater? Just grab my rod and go. Love that laid-back vibe where I can fish a quiet pond at sunrise without worrying about tides, seasons, or slot limits. Anyone else feel the same? #fishing #FreshwaterFishing #Outdoors 157Share
mmoore+FollowFirst time hunting with pointing dogs - wow! đHad the chance to hunt ruffed grouse over some incredible English setters last fall, and it was an unforgettable experience. We focused on transition edges where young successional growth meets older timber. The setters would weave through both, GPS collars beeping until that beautiful moment when they lock up on point. Our strategy: bracket the bird, send flankers to the sides, one person flushes. Gives you the best shot opportunity when these lightning-fast "King of the Woods" birds explode out of cover. For solo hunters without dogs, stick to logging roads and transition edges - that's where you'll get natural flushes. Stay 30-50 yards apart in groups. Fair warning: these birds are incredibly smart about when and how they flush! #hunting #GrouseHunting #HuntingDogs #Outdoors 40Share
