Monthly Archives: February 2012

WCO – Merriam Turkey Hunt 2012

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Mia Anstine

Wolf Creek Outfitters, Inc. Elk hunt, bear hunt, mule deer hunt, turkey hunt, ColoradoApril 14th to May 27, 2012 is Colorado’s turkey season

Wolf Creek Outfitters, Inc., WCO, offers private land Merriam Turkey hunts in Southwest Colorado. The areas available to hunt are vast. Resident flocks offer a variety of opportunities for a successful hunting experience.

Colorado Merriam Turkey
We provide one guide per hunter and accommodate up to four hunters per trip. Our guides are experienced and are essential to your Merriam turkey hunt. Hunt from a blind or spot and stalk. We strive to make your hunt a successful one. Contact them for additional information at www.wolfcreekoutfitters.net

This just in: Turkey Hunting 101 offered in Denver, Colorado. See the release below.


TURKEY HUNTING 101 MARCH 14

DENVER – Just in time for the March 15 sale of unlimited turkey tags, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering a Turkey Hunting 101.  This basic seminar on hunting wild turkeys will provide basic instruction on gear, calls, habitat, and habitats, as well as tips and techniques for the novice to take to the field in April.  Join us and learn how to bag your bird for the table.
WHAT: Turkey Hunting 101
WHO: Everyone interested in learning how to hunt turkeys
WHEN: Wed., March 14 from 6:30 p.m.  to 9 p.m.
WHERE: Hunter Education Building, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 6060 Broadway, Denver
COST: No cost
SIGN UP: To register please email wildlife.neoutreach@state.co.us or call 303-291-7804 and leave a message with name(s), address and phone number to register.  Seminar is limited to 100 participants.To find out more about turkey hunting, go to:
http://wildlife.state.co.us/HUNTING/TURKEY/

For more information about Division of Wildlife go to: http://wildlife.state.co.us.

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Photo Basics for Your Trophy

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Mia Anstine

Hunting season is long past and now we are all sharing stories of our harvests. This includes pictures. Many on our mobile devices, social networks and, if we’re lucky, in magazines and other publications. As I look at some of the pictures, I am reminded to take note of how to get great photos of our harvests. It is important to show our respect for the magnificent animals as well as obtain beautiful memories of our time in the field to share with others. We need to make sure they are the best possible images. Here are just a few of the tips I have been given over the years, and I am happy to share them with you.

It is always best to photograph your trophy in the area where you find it. Make the photo look as natural as possible. It does not do the animal justice to take a photo of it in the back of your pick up, on your 4-wheeler or worse yet, hanging from your hoist. Photographs look much better if you have trees or shrubs in the background.

Prepare the animal so it looks as natural as possible. Be sure to clean the animal of any blood. Pet the animal’s fur in the proper direction. Put the tongue in its mouth and clear the lips and nostrils of any blood. Remember to check periodically and make sure no additional blood has appeared. Some photographers carry thin line to hold the mouth closed if necessary.

In order to have your animal look full bodied and healthy, push it forward on its body. Fold its legs under its chest. This will give the body a healthy appearance. Sit beside or behind the animal. Never sit on the animal. Depending on the size of your harvest, you may need to use your pack, large rocks or shooting sticks to brace its weight and prop it up. Hold on to the animal’s antlers only to attain a natural head position. Do not use its antlers to rest your bow or gun. Bows and guns can be held in your free hand or laid at an angle across the animal’s body.

Take your photos up close with a flash to optimize light. This will eliminate some of the shadows caused by a hat on a bright sunny day. Pay attention to hats and sunglasses. Remove sunglasses and tilt ball caps up so your eyes can be seen in the photo.  If the animal has antlers, turn the animal’s head at an angle to see the depth and confirmation of the antlers. Pay attention to shadows caused by antlers that can appear across your face.  On another note, if you have sponsors, make sure their logo is still visible in the photograph.

Always take numerous pictures. The more photos you take at different angles, the better chance you have of getting one that doesn’t have a flaw such as a shadow across your chin or other accidental detractor. You will also need a separate photograph for each article you write. Cover your bases and take lots. Remember the basics and let us see those fantastic photographs.

Mia Anstine Mule Deer Buck 2010
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It’s a Day of Hearts & For Me Thanksgiving

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Mia Anstine

Is it just today, or do we remember to share our love every day? I am sitting here trying to view my computer screen through gooped up eyes as I reminisce about the many blessings and love I have in my life.

I feel as though I’ve been “hit” with a lot lately. Dad has taken a turn for the worse, and then I came down with what I guess was the flu. My muscles and bones ached so bad all I could do was sleep. Next I end up with conjunctivitis in not one but both eyes. I could sit here and feel sorry, but what I really feel is blessed.

I was fortunate enough in the past week to see my Dad’s strength and courage. What I am experiencing is minimal in comparison. He remains in good spirits and is satisfied with his life and his destiny.

Am I?

You know I am. I live each day as if it were the best day of my life… Or at least I give it a good try!

I have so many fantastic experiences and have only shared a few. Sometimes I feel spoiled with all the fun times and memories. I have to say today that not all times are good. Those are just the times I personally choose to “Dwell” on. I focus on the goodness in life so my life is good. This is something I learned not from one, but from many lifelong friends.

This past week a few mentors in my life paid visit. They came to share their LOVE with my Dad. They do it every day with out even knowing it. While they were here my heart filled as they walked into the room. My Dad shared stories about me with them and they smiled because they know where I came from and I know they had a plethora of memories flying through their minds.

Elk hunting, Mia Anstine

Dad shows Steve my "Twitterview" with NRAblog and they reminisce about old hunting trips and why I didn't go. http://www.nrablog.com/post/2012/02/03/From-single-the-family-hunting-with-Mia_Anstine.aspx

We chatted and shared and I felt the LOVE throughout the room. No, it wasn’t Valentine’s Day. They do it every day.

I felt more warmth and caring, good vibrations as another family walked into the room. They have been at my “table” throughout my life. The chief, comandante, head of this family is also a HUGE mentor in my life as I know it. He was shocked and amazed as he received thanks from me for all he unknowingly did to influence me as a child. He was not just a hunter, but a “hard-core” hunter and I hung on every word when he told his hunting tales or when I got to tag along.

My mentor, Gilbert. A mentor and he didn't even know it.

I spent an evening listening to tales of duck hunting, elk hunting, guiding and many other adventures. We laughed and smiled until our sides and cheeks ached. He could spend days, weeks, months sharing these influential stories and not a one makes you frown. It is this influence that I hope to have on others as well.

As I sit here and try not to touch my matted eyes and blink to wipe away the clouds, all I can say is if you have the time, count your blessings. Show your love. Someone is paying attention to you when you don’t even know it. You are a mentor to someone. Be happy. You are loved and this life is a good one. Happy Valentine’s Day!

Dad and Gilbert. Lifetime friends.

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The Little Gal is at it again. Trapping. Read about it at the WON

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Mia Anstine
Women's Outdoor News

Mia Anstine blogs about her daughter’s journey to becoming an outdoorswoman in the mountains of Colorado. In this installment, the Little Gal traps her first raccoon

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