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GoWild Introduces Summer Megaevent Featuring Concert, 3D Archery Competition and More
Send It Slam is an outdoor festival, complete with a 3D archery competition, full lineup of Kentucky musicians, local food trucks and breweries, youth entertainment and more. Rising songwriter Cole Chaney with Wolfpen Branch headlines the concert, which includes performances from Justin Wells, Abby Hamilton, Dave Shoemaker, and Dalton Mills. GoWild Member Presale Code: MEMBER ...read more
Tying Knots For Bass Fishing & When To Use Each Knot
All knots are not created equal. There are certain knots that will perform better depending on what lures you’re using, which species of fish you’re going after, and the area that you’re fishing in....read more
Send It Slam Artist Feature: Dave Shoemaker
“Dave traded in his distorted metal power chords for soul wrenching country refrain (Dave does still wear mostly black—very metal).” Read the stories of how Dave Shoemaker came to be a part of the Send It Slam artist lineup. ...read more
Finding The Right Bass Fishing Net For The Job
Having a reliable fishing net isn’t an option. No matter where I’m fishing, or what species I’m targeting, it’s never not a part of my setup. ...read more
What’s Really Needed to Begin Saddle Hunting | Saddle Hunting Gear Setup
As we begin to look forward to the upcoming deer season, now is the time to start putting together the pieces of gear you will need. As someone who has made the decision to start your journey into the realm of saddle hunting you are probably wondering what it is that you actually need....read more
Camera Gear Setups To Film Your Deer Hunts | Tactacam
Whether you are a bow hunter or toting a rifle in the woods, at some point in every deer hunter's journey they see something in the deer woods that is so great we think to ourselves , “I wish I had that on video”. With so many options today there is almost no reason to not be able to catch those moments on video. ...read more
Send It Slam Artist Feature: Dalton Mills
First of a series: GoWild Cofounder, CEO, Brad Luttrell is sharing the stories behind how GoWild came to work with each Send It Slam artist. First up: Dalton Mills....read more
Beau Martonik’s Turkey Hunting Gear Setup
Turkey hunting is simply two different styles – sitting and waiting vs. running and gunning. I love the running and gunning style of turkey hunting on public lands in the Appalachian Mountains region of Pennsylvania, which requires a lightweight, streamlined gear setup....read more
The Bass Fishing Guide For Beginners | Lures, Strategy & Tips
When you first start bass fishing, it can seem like information overload. There are so many rods and reels to choose from, so many bait selections to decide between, and then you have to find the damn things. If you can get a good basic set up down in terms of gear, and have a baseline of knowledge on how to find a good bass fishing spot, you’re on your way to learning from in the field experience, which will teach you way more than you could ever read about....read more
Finding The Saddle Hunting Comfort Sweet Spot | Adjusting Your Bridge
One of the unique aspects of saddle hunting equipment is the adjustability each piece of equipment can provide. An adjustable bridge is one aspect of the saddle that companies are incorporating to provide such adjustability. Let’s take a look at why an adjustable bridge can benefit you....read more