by Brad Herring | May 29, 2025 | Homesteading
Homesteading a lifestyle of Intention When I first heard the word “homesteading,” my mind conjured images of sprawling acres, vast fields of crops, and a life dedicated to full-scale farming. I pictured rugged farmers in overalls, toiling from dawn to dusk...
by Brad Herring | May 2, 2025 | Homesteading
April 20, 2025 As you likely know, I like to fish. A lot. Fortunately, I tend to have a lot of fish carcasses and hate to see anything go to waste. I’ve been experimenting with different ways to compost these fish. It’s 2025 and spring is here and while it’s peak...
by Brad Herring | Apr 8, 2025 | Camping
Tallulah Gorge State Park This past weekend the Practical Outdoorsman took the family camping. Brad and Bear took their families to Tallulah Gorge State Park: Tallulah Falls for some time of R&R, great food, and to catch the action of the annual water release at...
by Brad Herring | Mar 18, 2025 | Catfish, Fishing
What is Limb Lining? Limb lining involves hanging baited hooks from tree branches that extend over water. The concept is beautifully simple: tie a strong line to a flexible branch, attach a hook and weight, add bait, and let nature do the rest. When a catfish takes...
by Brad Herring | Mar 18, 2025 | Crappie, Fishing
Selecting the right color for your crappie jig can make the difference between a slow day and a livewell full of slabs. While there are countless colors available on the market, understanding how water clarity and sky conditions affect color visibility underwater will...
by Brad Herring | Mar 5, 2025 | Crappie
What is Dock Shooting? Dock shooting is a specialized technique where the angler uses a rod and reel more like a bow and arrow to “shoot” crappie jigs under boat docks, lifts, swimming platforms, and other structures. This method allows access to hard-to-reach places...
