Written: 04/21/2009 15:25 by: Chris Weidner View

The competition was limited to six teams comprised of two or three students, each having three hours to plan and prepare two courses, one appetizer and one entrée, incorporating venison as the primary protein source in the entrée and competing for cash prizes totaling over $2000.

Written: 08/13/2008 15:44 by: Chris Weidner View

Funny.  Honest.  Hard Working.  Dedicated.  Stephen Holub was all these things and more.  He was was one of the last great American cowboys and will truly be missed.

Written: 08/07/2008 16:40 by: Chris Weidner View

Texas is one of the best bass fishing states in the U.S. With well over 100 freshwater lakes in the state, many containing plenty of crawfish, snakes and baitfish, you might wonder which of these Texas lakes are the best lakes for bass fishing.

Written: 05/27/2008 21:55 by: Chris Weidner View

As much as I love the outdoors, I also love air conditioning and sleep.  While I've enjoyed a steady stream of recycled air recently, it's that sleep department I'm missing out on the most. 

But why sleep when you can fish?!

Written: 08/13/2007 13:15 by: Chris Weidner View

Hi, my name is Chris and I have "Outdoor Envy."  That's right.  I can admit it.  I'm man enough.  I miss the outdoors.  Sure sometimes life keeps you inside but you work through it.  And that's why I'm here today.  I'm working through it. Well, last night I finally spent some time "outdoors."  On ...

Written: 05/15/2007 15:39 by: Chris Weidner View

Growing up in Texas, I’ve spent plenty of time fishing on the ponds, lakes and tanks around the state.  As a youngster (for I am still truly a child), my “mighty Zebco” brought home many a Catfish or Perch with the help of my grandfather or Dad. As an adult, I’ve spent less time on the lake than I...

Written: 05/07/2007 12:56 by: Chris Weidner View

Hunt Details: Date: April 27-29 2007 Target: Turkey Weapon(s): Benelli Nova 12 GA shotgun, Bushmaster .223 with Leupold 5X scope Location: 480 acres, 15 miles east of Post, Texas; 254 miles from Austin, TX Host: Franklin Bottoms aka "Transman" Weather: Day - 87 degrees / Night - 45 degr...

Written: 04/12/2007 23:17 by: Chris Weidner View

I packed my bags, my fishing license and hopped into my F-150 for a short 3 hour drive to my parent's ranch in Gordon, Texas. It was Easter weekend 2007 and I was ready to do some fishing! Obviously, the Gods had different plans. Saturday morning arrived and I wake to a TAP, TAP, TAP on my bedro...

Written: 12/08/2006 14:22 by: Chris Weidner View

One of the best little “vacations” I’ve taken over the past couple of years was little more than a weeklong drive from the tiny, Texas town of Gordon to the surprisingly beautiful Ruidoso, New Mexico.   My father’s brother lives just outside of Ruidoso and my folks we’re making the great ”F-150 tru...