Often, my hunting and scouting outings are somewhat of the impromptu variety. That is, I decide to go at the last minute due to anything from a weather shift to an unexpected hall pass from my wife. And when I do, I’ll admit that, in my haste, I typically grab my inexpensive knock-around 8×42 binoculars and hit the road. While … Read More
Digiscoping: The Perfect Outdoor Companion Hobby
The melodic chorus of birds, the sharp chittering of a squirrel, and even the baying of distant livestock. All kinds of outdoorsmen and sportsmen have many things in common, but one thing stands out; they love being in outdoor spaces for these moments and many others. For these folks, being outdoors is better than staying inside and it’s not even close. … Read More
Utah Seeks to Bolster States’ Rights and Local Control of Public Land
Drama over our public lands isn’t new. There has long since been general contention around maintaining some balance in its use among the likes of outdoorsmen and residents. And let’s not forget the huge stakeholder that is Native Americans. However, at the heart of the matter lies the delicate balance between preserving public land’s natural health and the wishes of … Read More
Phone Skope Digiscoping Tips – Using Autofocus for Sharper Photos and Videos
The Problem Using your smartphone for digiscoping can be fun and rewarding, but also challenging. One of the the more challenging aspects is locking the exposure and focus in on the subject you’re photographing. If your subject is not in focus, the resulting video or picture can be undesirable. Therefore, figuring out a way to optimize your settings is essential for … Read More
Phone Skope Digiscoping Tips – Using Autofocus for Sharper Photos and Video
The ProblemUsing your smartphone for digiscoping can be fun and rewarding, but also challenging. One of the the more challenging aspects is locking the exposure and focus in on the subject you’re photographing. If your subject is not in focus, the resulting video or picture can be undesirable. Therefore, figuring out a way to optimize your settings is essential for producing … Read More