Winter Wonderland

Last year was the whitest winter in Iowa in a very long time. It seemed as though there were snow showers every week. This winter, as it looks right now, will be just the same or worse. The first big snow shower has already occured last week resulting in a snow day for most students. Forecasters are predicting a large storm system to hit iowa tonight into tomorrow. They have issued a Winter Weather Warning for our area. I have a good feeling that tomorrow will be our second snow day of the year. The more the marrier I say. This create an opportunity for outdoor for a lot of children. The hills will be full of kids flying down them, and the snow resorts will be busy as well. The abundant snow will also be good for snowmobilers. Iowa is loaded with trails that are perfect for the activity. My grandparents have three snowmobiles and I know first hand how much fun they are. Yes, it can get a little cold, but the fun you have outwieighs the weather. I am planning on getting out and enjoying these machines if we do, in fact have a snow day tomorrow. So in conclusion, the winter snows aren't as bad as people make them out to be. Get out and enjoy the winter activities while you can!

Deer Hunting

Deer hunting is in full swing now. It is shotgun season now and it is the time when the most hunters are on the prowl. Deer hunting is very good here in the state of Iowa. The Iowa DNR reminds us that if they bag a deer, that the head and antlers, if any, must remain attached to the carcass until it is processed for consumption. I personally haven't been deer hunting this season so i can't speak first hand on how the hunting as been. I have heard numerous stories of trophy bucks being shot from buddies of mine. One guys family I know already have 5 deer this season. I would imagine it is this way for most parts of the state. I like going phesant hunting more than deer hunting and I'll tell you why. When you deer hunt, you are most likely sitting and waiting for the deer to come to you. When you are phesant hunting, you go to the phesant. This walking around keeps me warm, and is why I would rather be searching for something to shoot rather than waiting for it to come to me. Although I like phesant hunting more, it has not been good for the past couple years. The phesant population in Iowa has fallen due to hunters shooting large numbers in the preceeding years. This is a sad thing and takes the fun away when hunters can't go out now and see even one bird. So if you're one of the hunters that shoots more than your supposed to. STOP, and save the population so that other people can enjoy the hunting season.

Gettin Cold

The winter is coming on strong as we aproach December. The temperature is dipping below freezing in the upper parts of the country. Here in Iowa, it is no different. For most people this is torture, but for some people it is the start of their outdoor sporting season. Deer hunting is a popular activity for many outdoor enthusiasts. During the start of the bow season, in October, alone more than 50,000 hunters hit the forests to try and get that trophy buck (IA DNR). Even more hunters are expected when the shotgun season starts. Ice fishing is one of my favoite winter activities. It's always fun to get out on the lake, whether your in a boat or in a tent. Last year Lake Mcbride produced some great crappie and bluegill fishing. We can only hope this year will be the same or better. It is a little to soon for me to go out on the ice. I like at least 8 inches of ice before I step foot onto the lake. Ice fishing can be dangerous so it is always a good idea to have someone with you. With all the cold weather we are getting we should be fishing soon.

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