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You are probably thinking the same thing as us... WHAT HAPPENED TO WINTER? In many parts of the country, there is bare ground and mud where there would normally be snowdrifts. Across the ice belt, ice fishing had short window when temperatures plunged and some ice was able to form. But for anyone who loves winter, the long term forecast news isn't great. According to the National Weather Service El Niño is anticipated to continue through the Northern Hemisphere into spring.
So we are wondering what you are doing this time of year that is different than other winters?
One thing that would be ideal would be to work on some Wood Duck Nesting Boxes!

One Grand Prize winner will receive the All-New Aqua-Vu AV722 Underwater Camera

This underwater fishing camera combines a full 7in color LCD screen with an ultra-portable power packed design. The Aqua-Vu® AV722 underwater camera features a lithium-ion battery, advanced camera optics, 50’ of rugged cable on a detachable MagSpool™ and a custom carrying case. As an added bonus, the Aqua-Vu® AV722 comes with a precision cable management fin, weight and a convenient ¼”-20 threaded insert for multiple mounting options.

Learn more about this product here.
Retail Value: $399.99

3 Runners Up will receive the All-New Aqua-Vu Strike-Vu HD Lure Camera

Providing an eye-to-eye perspective of the fish, the new Strike-Vu™ Camera from Aqua-Vu captures all the underwater excitement of striking fish in colorful HD video. A built in 32-GB hard drive records underwater action in 3-minute clips, for up to 4 1/2 hours of video. Magnetic, waterproof USB connection interfaces with a computer or other device for file management as well as for charging the integrated Li-Ion battery (battery powers Strike-Vu™ continuously for up to 5 1/2 hours.) To connect to a fishing line and lure, an 8-inch rigid-wire shaft features dual eyelets – ideal for trolling, casting, jigging, dropshotting or other underwater recording applications.

We think about gun safety - from how we handle our firearms when we we are in the field and transporting them, to how to safely and securely store them when we are not using them, but what about other safety issues? Spending time outdoors means you could incur an injury that is sudden and severe. That makes it important to have a first aid kit when you head out to scout the woods, or spend some time fishing, and have a plan in place with the people you are with. What about learning some basic first aid skills? Many community ed programs offer first aid programs and even CPR classes for teens.
As we head into the spring season, it also means severe weather in the forecast too. Having a family plan in place for where you will take shelter or meet up during bad weather is a good idea.