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<title>Jim Newcomb - EzineArticles Expert Author</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Jim "Duckie" Newcomb is President of successful website, shellshockedoutdoor.com and is the host of a 1 our weekly radio show, currently negotiating syndication rights to others. They have articles on big game, waterfowl, fishing, gundogs and upland bird hunting. Jim gets his articles from research and 45 years of experience of hunting and fishing. Jim was born and raised in the wheat country of Western Oklahoma, giving him ample opportunity to experience the great outdoors. Jim has been training gundogs since he was 16. He expanded into breeding and raising dogs a few years later. He has sold dogs all ... ]]></description>
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<title>Early Season Crappie Fishing</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:38:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[After months of waiting, it is finally here, Early pre-spawn Crappie season. the excitement of Crappie Season cannot be explained. The adrenalin rush you experience is like no other. The idea of finding that school of crappie and catching that beautiful luscious white flakey dinner just revs one up beyond words. It seems like I deal with some muddy waters this early in the year, with the wind still blowing pretty good. it seems to me that those muddy waters just attract those Crappie in, especially if there is some brush to hide in.]]></description>
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<title>Arlington National Cemetery</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2011 14:16:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I went to Washington, DC this summer for vacation, there were so many sites and monuments I wanted to see, yet the one thing I thought I wasn't as interested in seeing turned out to be my favorite, Arlington National Cemetery. It was told to me that over four million visitors pay their respects to the fallen now buried at Arlington National Cemetery each year. There are still over 20 funerals a day conducted at the cemetery.]]></description>
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<title>Tree Stand Safety</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jan 2011 13:33:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We all know that there are several kinds of tree stands on the market. There is the fixed position stand that is designed to be placed on a tree trunk and remain secured in that spot for an extended period of time. There is also the Vertical ladder stand. This type of stand has a ladder that supports the shooting platform, which is attached securely to a tree. The ladder is usually divided into short sections for easy transportation or can be assembled on site.]]></description>
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<title>New Addition to the Family</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jan 2011 13:17:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We have a new member of our family, we adopted a rescued dog this last week - we now have a new Brittany spaniel pup as part of our house hold. My grandson named him JAX, he is about 10 months old and a liver and white male. He has the typical Brittany disposition, very friendly and very intelligent. Dr, Singer at Greenwood Veterinary Clinic gave him a clean bill of health. I am real excited; I haven't had Brittany's around since 1996...]]></description>
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<title>Civil War in Arkansas</title>
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<description><![CDATA[In late November 1862, Confederate Major General Thomas C. Hindman detached Brigadier General John Marmaduke's cavalry from Van Buren north to occupy the Cane Hill area. Hearing of this movement, Union Brigadier General James Blunt advanced to meet Marmaduke's command and destroy it, if possible. The Union vanguard encountered Colonel Joe Shelby's brigade, (the undefeated Colonel of the Rebel Army whose men included Frank and Jesse James)]]></description>
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<title>What Is a Responsible Hunter?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2011 08:10:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What Makes a Hunter Responsible? The obvious answer to this question is somewhat complicated. Are you an expert at finding your game? Does being a responsible hunter mean you will make a clean shot every time? Do you teach others how to be a responsible hunter? Does it mean you follow the laws and regulations while in the field?]]></description>
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<title>Spring Time Bass Tactics</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Spring is spawning season for those Black Bass we love to catch. It's time to get aggressive and fish those shallow waters and fill that frying pan. This is the time of year that the male Bass will move into shallow waters to prepare the nests for the females.]]></description>
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<title>Initial Training of That New Pup</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:25:50 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you take a pup home, you inherently take on the responsibility of providing proper health care, housing, training, and nutrition for your new pup. The bottom line is that puppy can be a joy or a burden, it's your responsibility to direct which path he takes. You have every opportunity for success or failure at your finger tips.]]></description>
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<title>Introducing Your New Pup to the Gun</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:36:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I've gotten calls and letters from people who went out and bought a gundog pup, took it to the field and shot a shotgun over it.  They were upset that the pup ran and hid under the truck when they shot the gun.   I always ask if they had introduced the dog to gun fire before taking him to the field.  Invariably I get the response, "But he's a gundog".   Every time I hear those I want to cringe.  Training a gun dog is a step by step process, including the introduction to gun fire.]]></description>
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<title>Quick and Easy Duck Hunting Blind</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:30:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[At a moment's notice we were given the opportunity to hunt waterfowl in areas we had never hunted before.   One of the first things we had to do was to get some duck blinds up in strategic locations around the area we were hunting.  Building a Portable Duck Blind in these areas is essential to our success and is relatively simple to do. Duck blinds are some of the oldest tools used by waterfowlers. Having a "concealed area" makes the trip more enjoyable. Building an effective duck blind is not expensive at all. Using the natural resources around you is the cheapest and most effective way to build a portable blind. With a little Wire, posts, limbs and a hatchet, this project can be completed in a half a day.]]></description>
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<title>Proven Decoy Patterns That Work</title>
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<description><![CDATA[When doing any type of waterfowl hunting you should pay very close attention to your decoy spreads.  There are several patterns one can use to set your decoy, whether it is on water or land.  If you are hunting south of the Canadian border, you can expect your birds to be decoy educated.]]></description>
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<title>Great Fall Fishing Tactics</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:36:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The second wave of great bass fishing for the year is upon us.  It's getting close to fall, the leaves are turning and the air is getting crisp.  I love this time of year, the hunting seasons are opening up and the bass are biting again.]]></description>
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<title>Proven Goose Hunting Tactics</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:57:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Goose season is finally here, the wait is over.  Weather you are hunting geese in Pennsylvania or in Arkansas the tactics are basically the same.  I have composed some helpful hints that should help your goose hunting adventures.  These are my proven procedures used when calling and setting out decoy spreads.]]></description>
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<title>Getting Pup Comfortable With the New Family</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:57:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The festive atmosphere of picking a new pup and taking him home to meet the family is an exciting time for all. There will be plenty of oohs and ahhhs as everybody comments on the puppy. Now you must realize the responsibly that inherently comes along with that new puppy. ]]></description>
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<title>Arkansas's Beautiful Colors of Fall</title>
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<description><![CDATA[As residents of Arkansas, we have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful colors of fall.  We are blessed with a vast array of foliage in the natural state.  We have varied sections of the state with their own colors of fall.  There is the Ozarks, River Valley, Ouachita and of course the delta regions.    The mixture of all the beautiful colors; yellows, browns, reds, purples, and oranges, are just a breath taking sight in this wonderful place we call home.]]></description>
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<title>The Beauty of Arkansas Wildflowers</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:28:30 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The idea of writing an article on wildflowers in the Natural state amused me, at first.  Then I started to research the subject and was amazed at what I learned.  God gave us a wonderful gift when he created the state we call home, Arkansas.   The Natural State's Wildflowers are definitely one of our prized possessions...]]></description>
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<title>2008 Duck Season</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Being a "Duckaholic" just gets in you blood.  Our 2008 waterfowl season was a success, with a few twists.  Once again the boys and I finished another waterfowl season with decent numbers. We had our moments of glory and some days, well you just wonder why you bothered getting out of bed. ]]></description>
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<title>Finding Pheasants in Thick Cover</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 16:08:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Pheasant hunting is not for the cold natured. My favorite Ringneck hunting is 20 degrees and in about 4 - 6" of snow.  You must be willing to bear the elements.  The coldest weather I've ever hunted Ringnecks in were 10 degrees and a forty mile an hour wind.  That will make even the hardiest of us shiver, and as the temperature plunges your stamina pushes you on.]]></description>
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<title>Arkansas Black Bears Are Back</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 15:51:07 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission conducts Black Bear den surveys each year deep in the heart of Arkansas' Ouachita and Ozark National Forests looking for Black Bear Cubs. Biologists go deep into the woods for the purpose of collecting information and monitoring the Black Bear population in Arkansas.]]></description>
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<title>Bow Hunting in Hot Weather</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 08:00:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[That first week of Deer bow season had been tough for me. The temperature is always up the mid-80s in Western Arkansas.  Needless to say one does not have to wear heavy clothing or even long sleeves while hunting during this time.]]></description>
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<title>Summer Time Bass Fishing</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 16:10:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Summer Time Bass Tactics.  This is the time of year to change your tactics when fishing those Lakes and ponds in this hot weather. We deal with a lot of moss and grass in the water around here.  This is one of the first things I look for when going after a big lunker bass. Bait fishes hang out around the grasses for safety and of course the bass that feed on them are looking for that next meal.]]></description>
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<title>Picking the Right Pup</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 16:09:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A well socialized puppy is one that has been regularly handled by people.   If a gun dog litter has had little or no contact on these levels, then the pups may be fearful and anxious around prospective buyers. So most responsible gun dog breeders make a specific point of spending time with any litter.  Our litters are handled each day by a different or several family members from the birth of the litter, then we play with them a lot starting when the pups are five weeks old.]]></description>
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<title>Waterfowl Mating Habits</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 16:08:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I find it very interesting that some waterfowl choose mates for life, while others experience the annual ritual of courtship. Geese generally choose mates for life.  My research does not show this to be true for ducks.  Usually ducks go through the routine of seasonal courtship and the competing with like-kind males of their species for the opportunity of securing a mate.]]></description>
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<title>Fishing With a Plastic Worm</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:54:43 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I went to my favorite tackle shop today so I could stock up on some plastic worms.  With the hot weather upon us I am concentrating on building up my plastic worm supply so I can get down deep to those fish.  Last month we talked about colors and sizes that I use.  I like the 8" flip tails the best.  I have a really nice motor oil color worm with shades of watermelon red in it.]]></description>
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