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Your Mom Called. She Wants Some Gear.
Whether you’re chasing a feathered diva or punching time at the range, don’t forget Mom.
Hello!
Well, look who stumbled into the wild side of your inbox again—welcome back! Hook & Barrel here, just in time to offer up tips to lure in a feathered diva and dodge the Mother’s Day gift panic. With boss gobblers strutting like they own the woods and Mom eyeing that perfect outdoor gadget (and by the way, what might that be…?), we are diving in! So, let’s get to it–the dirt, the thrill, and the occasional muddy boot—because our readers don’t just survive the outdoors, they conquer it with a grin. Let’s roll!
Enjoy!
In today’s edition:
FRESH TRACKS 🥾
WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH…freak show-esque North American wild game?
FORGE YOUR EDGE ⚒️
TRAIL TIDBIT 💭
Did you know: The Kentucky Derby party-goers drank 120,000 mint juleps over the weekend? That equates to 10,000 bottles of bourbon, more than 2,000 pounds of mint, and a cool (literally) 475,000 𝐏𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐒 of ice! In the case this tidbit made you thirsty, we've got just the recipe for you. 🥛
FRESH TRACKS 🥾
Superman Unleashed: Dean Cain’s Wild Ride from Cape to Cartridges
Dean Cain, your ’90s Superman, isn’t just a cape-wearing icon. This NRA board member loves keeping intruders at bay and saving the day with equal gusto, from Princeton football to desert shoots. His wild journey outshines a Vegas coyote. Dive in and get to know the real Dean Cain.
It’s HERE: Our 2025 Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Heads up: Mother’s Day is May 11! Trust us, you cannot afford to leave your outdoorsy Mom empty-handed! Gift her the gear she’ll love on her adventures—breezy trail shorts for hiking or a rugged backpack for her next hunt. Whether she’s fishing, hiking, or just soaking in nature, she will know you GET her, and she’s sure to thank you with a grin wider than a mountain horizon!
Costner Goes Full Cowboy: Ditching Dutton for Bear Country
Kevin Costner swapped Dutton Ranch drama for grizzly trails and epic hikes, proving he’s got more grit than his TV cowboy act. I bet my best boots he’d outlast a bear out there. Curious how he handled the wild? Take a peek!
SNAPSHOT OF THE WEEK 🏕️
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WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH…
What’s the deal with North America’s wild game acting like they’re auditioning for a freak show? Albino deer strut around like they forgot their tan, doppelkopf bucks rock double antlers like a bad hair day, and does grow antlers just to confuse us. Toss in dwarf deer and tongue-dangling oddballs—nature’s clearly messing with hunters.
FORGE YOUR EDGE ⚒️
Conquer the Wild Within
Push past the summit. Whether it’s literal or figurative, every step through rugged trails or icy streams builds strength, mental and physical. That deer you tracked? It didn’t quit; neither should you. Lift that pack, haul that gear, and conquer the wild with quiet resolve. Your body’s a tool—forge it with purpose, not hype. Sweat on the range, grit in the hunt—each effort carves your edge. No shortcuts, just raw progress. Carry it into the wild (and into those moments you would rather be in the wild). MORE HERE.
