Super Bowl Sunday Shooting

Today was an interesting day to be out shooting. You ask "how so?" Well, it's has been several years since I shoot a PELLET rifle haha. One of the oldest and best friends happened to purchase a Gamo .117 air rifle for weekend plinking, and he asked if I would like to tag along and check it out. I was skeptical about this air rifle because heck its an "air rifle" right? Well, I was pleasantly surprised when heard this fire off. It was as loud as a 22, and it was just as much fun to shoot. The air rifle itself is accurate as hell, but the scope that comes with it leaves little to be desired. The rifle was purchased for $200 new, and considering that it could be used a great varmint gun, I think the price rate equal to that of 22s. Because it is an air rifle, its possibly more versatile than a 22. This IS NOT you the typical air rifle one purchases for the child growing up, and its without a doubt weapon that should be used under close supervision. Remember always to be safe!

Making My Knives for Bushcraft

I have recently begun making my own knives for my outdoor experiences. I love hunting, camping, and bushcraft. I am currently using 440C stainless steel and various types of handle materials. One day I may sell them to others, but there is a huge learning curve when working the steel. I just want knives that can stand the riggers and abuse that outdoors-men can place on a working tool. The knife is the backbone of bushcraft, and being able to make my own is very fulfilling. I hope to post up some of my work soon.

Natchez Trace, Rocky Springs

This past weekend I decided to take a little day trip down the Natchez Trace because it was just a beautiful day. When I arrived, I walked around the camping area and up to the old church. This campsite offers all the "fixins." There sites are setup for both RV and tent camping. As a child, I camped here many times, and I still do. Its a short 45 min drive south of Jackson, MS on the Natchez Trace. The drive down is very pleasant with fields and forests the whole way. If you have a chance to take this drive, do it. There is a lot more to see here, and I will soon revisit, but for now, here are a few pics of my little day trip.

A Day at Coal Bluff Campgroud

Today I decided to take Jax my American Bulldog for short walk in the waning hours of a very brisk Saturday afternoon. Walking this short but interesting trail offered several views that were breathtaking to say the least; of which, I have posted in the short video/slide show below. While walking on the trail you will come to several outcrops that will give you great views of the Pearl River and small cypress swamps , and that's just within the first one hundred yards or so. There was also evidence of active wild life in the form of tracks which were visible through out. I wasn't able to complete the trail because it became a little "gummy" due to the rain, but it was a nice walk none the less.

If you are into geocaching, as I am, this trail also offers you the chance to pick up a couple caches while you are out, but I'm not giving up the locations.

As this is a campground for both RV and tent campers, there are other things do there. There are picnic tables, a swimming pool, and a tennis court, so you can really have a full day here with family and friends. Also for large groups, there is a sizable pavilion with a very impressive pit-style grill. The camp sites and pavilion can be booked before hand. For information on that got to

Over all I rate the campsite and trail a "thumbs up." I hope you decided to give this trail a shot.