Passing the Torch by Dan Simmons– (Above: Eddie Pribble and James Reddick “Passing it on.”) The year started by attending the monthly meeting of the Fraternity of thee Desert Bighorn in Las Vegas. I met up with old friends and heard new stories of their adventures. This is one of Nevada’s premier conservation groups and … Read more
by Dan Simmons– (Above: Carlos, Costa Rica Tarpon) Enough of the Christmas clothes, ties and sock, I’m thinking of gifting a fishing trip south, away from the cold, and catching big fish in Costa Rica, Panama, Nicaragua or Guatemala. It’s the perfect gift for someone special. I’ll be glad to join them. My friend Carlos … Read more
by Dan Simmons– (Above: George Fenton, Charley the dog) It’s the season to celebrate our canine hunting companions as the quail, chukar, pheasant and waterfowl season is upon us. Most of us have had a dog pal at some time in our lives; they are great companions and loyal, even loving, best friends. We marveled … Read more
by Dan Simmons– (Above Illustration: The Tales We Tell) This is the time of year when your non-hunting friends begin to ask, “Why do you hunt?” and beginning hunters ask about the hunting lifestyle, culture and what it takes to be a good hunter. I’ve been around it long enough as a game warden, guide, … Read more
by Dan Simmons– (Photo Above: Jessica Peterson ) The Hunting season has begun. The early specialty and archery seasons are in full swing, or full draw in the case of those shooting the pointy sticks. For the rest of us it all starts in September and runs through the end of the year for sheep, … Read more
by Dan Simmons– (Photo Above: Fishing is family) The season has begun. The Yellowtail Tuna bite is on. It’s time to make plans and get it done. I’ve contacted my closest fishing pals and they’re gearing up for our annual trip to San Diego’s H & M Landing. My long time partner, Ol’ Seldom, “The … Read more
by Dan Simmons– (Photo Above: Road trip!) The snowbirds have gone north and our hot southern desert belongs to the locals once again. The beauty and cool solitude beckon and I find myself restlessly preparing to follow them; having said that my thoughts turn to the far reaches of Canada and Alaska. This week I’m … Read more
by Dan Simmons– (Photo Above: A successful hunt) The spring turkey season has just ended and this exceptional story is well worth telling. My good friends Larry and Debra Strickland just returned from Mexico on an adventure to increase Larry’s “Grand Slam” of wild turkeys to a “Royal Slam” with the addition of a Gould’s … Read more
by Dan Simmons– (Photo Above: Packing in Alaska) We travel the world to see and experience interesting people or places. Some of those people, however, are in our own towns and communities. One of these is local Pahrump resident and businessman Ron Cross. Ron is the owner of the Shadow Mountain Feed store with his … Read more
by Dan Simmons– (Photo Above: Violet harvests antelope). It’s time to apply for those tags and start planning for the fall hunting season for both the new and experienced sportsman. The first thing to do is determine if you need to complete a hunter/firearms safety course. Even old timers need to have the card in … Read more