I would suggest the primary factor is "cultural carrying capacity" (human tolerance). Humans that do not hunt for their protein would never allow it. Even folks that support hunting, but do not hunt themselves, rarely support initiatives that increase big game populations. Manicured lawns and...
Once you have them there is no going without. The company my podiatrist uses offers a 3 yr warranty for $60 and they will rebuild them for free. I get about 2 years out of them and then have them rebuilt. They work extremely well but I did have to have them adjusted when I first started...
I have been using the 1/4 oz. Joes Flies spinners with gold blade/black fly. Worked very well this spring in the deep pools. I recommend 6lb, test line at a minimum as they seem to really stress your line.
2nd day of season bird #1, 4th day bird #2. Don't normally shoot that early but wanted to focus on getting my wife her first turkey and still trying! Weather and work schedule has made it difficult for her to get out. Sorry for the tailgate shot, no one around to take a photo.
I have bad arches and have to use orthotic insoles. I bought my first pair of Zamberlan's this past Spring and I really like them. I have had no issues using my insoles in these boots. They fit great and offer lot's of support. Looking to purchase a second pair soon. So much more support and...
I have a Browning X-Bolt Western Hunter (very light w/break) in .300 Win Mag that my wife shoots on occasion. She says it no different than shooting her .308 Micro Hunter.