An Advanced Class in Treestand Safety

Posted on November 7, 2022December 9, 2025 by Anthony - Line of Sight

When I was asked to write about treestand hunting I was instantly taken back to a cool morning in November of 2016. I quickly but quietly slipped through the darkness to a treestand perched on the north side of a draw where the deer would make their way from a standing corn field at the […]

What do I Need to Start Turkey Hunting?

Posted on April 9, 2020December 9, 2025 by Lisa Toohey

Have you ever wondered what essentials you need to start turkey hunting? We asked our experts in the store what products they would recommend to new turkey hunters. Turkey Locator Calls: When you’re trying to find turkeys, it’s better to use a sound from their environment that they’ll respond to as opposed to a turkey […]

A beginner’s guide to Turkey Hunting

Posted on March 20, 2020December 9, 2025 by Lisa Toohey

Before turkey hunters can begin their hunting adventures, there are some things they need to know. The Ministry of Natural Resources strictly regulates hunting wild turkeys in southern Ontario so before stepping out into the field, make sure you are educated! When does turkey season start this year? The Ministry of Natural Resources decides when […]

Tips for Winter Archery

Posted on November 15, 2019December 10, 2025 by Lisa Toohey

Winter Archery Bow hunting doesn’t have to stop just because temperatures have dropped and snow has arrived! Properly prepared, bows are fully capable of performing in cold, wet weather. Before You Go Out Cold weather makes bows stiffer which puts more pressure on string and limbs. In other words, the cold makes the bow harder […]

The Basics of Choke Tubes

Posted on November 1, 2019December 10, 2025 by Lisa Toohey

Choke Tubes Shotguns are an incredibly versatile tool for hunters and sport shooters alike. One of the things that make them so useful is their choke tubes. Choke tubes are designed to change the pattern of the shot that is released when the shotgun is fired. By changing the little tube in the front of […]

Hunt Reports

Posted on October 4, 2019December 10, 2025 by Lisa Toohey

Changes to Reporting Laws For the first time this year, every hunter who receives a tag must complete a hunt report even if they did not fill their tag. This is mandatory and there are serious penalties for forgetting to report or reporting false information. Every hunter needs to educate themselves to make sure they’re […]

Bush Kit: Must Haves for the Fall Hunter

Posted on September 20, 2019December 10, 2025 by Lisa Toohey

Hunting season is here. While we are all eager to get into the bush, it is important to be prepared. Accidents happen even to the most seasoned hunter.  A good survival kit could make all the difference in an emergency situation. Even if the hunt goes off without a hitch, there are still certain supplies […]

Deer Food Plots: What You Need to Know

Posted on June 28, 2019 by Lisa Toohey

Deer Food Plot Basics Food plots are normally divided into two categories: kill plots and feeding plots. We’re here to help you decide what options are best for you and your land. How big should my food plot be? The size of your plots will be determined by several factors: The amount of land available, […]

Wild Turkey Contest Week Three

Posted on May 21, 2019 by brody

Contest Updates: We hope you all had a great long weekend, some of you even got in some turkey hunting in! We got some warmer weather, and finally saw some sunshine. With less than two weeks left in the season now is the time to bring in your birds. Just like the weather, this contest […]

Deer Hunting Checklist

Posted on April 30, 2019 by Lisa Toohey

Our deer hunting checklist below can help ensure you never end up in the field without the essentials. Whether you’re a beginner buying hunting equipment for the first time or a veteran trying to get organized, you can use our checklist to keep your preparation on target.