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Welcome to our learning center —your hub for practical know‑how, expert advice, and real stories from people who live the North 40 life every day. From raising chickens to choosing the right tools in our new series, The Fix, you’ll find guides and resources to help you get started, grow your skills, and tackle whatever comes next.

  1. What do I Need to Get Started Processing my Own Game?

    What do I Need to Get Started Processing my Own Game?

    Processing your own game is an enjoyable, practical, and cost-effective way to bring your hunt full circle. It gives you a feeling of satisfaction that you’ve been able to control every step of the process from; choosing your seasonings, to controlling the portions, to being certain that your meat -is your meat. And, not to mention, you are defiantly saving yourself the expense of sending your game to the butcher. (There are no extra costs here for add-ons like summer sausage or jerky.)   Processing your own game is easy but you will need a few tools to get started such as; a clean cutting surface, a grinder, a sharp knife, and a way to sharpen your knife. In this video, we explain the tools you’ll need plus, we’ll help you figure out how big of a meat grinder you should use and what type of knife is best for game...

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  2. How to Rig a Bottom Bouncer?

    How to Rig a Bottom Bouncer?

    We’ll just state the obvious. Fishing for walleye is just plain fun. Thrilling and fast-paced, catching walleye means an angler has to be quick-thinking when it comes to fishing this predator. That’s why we asked walleye expert, Dale Gilbert, to share his extensive walleye knowledge with us. A walleye master, Dale, has fished walleye from Arkansas to Canada and Michigan to Montana, and he doesn’t disappoint. When setting up a rod for a bottom bouncer, you can use the same rods that you use for crankbait trolling. Watch and learn as walleye expert, Dale Gilbert, shares his best tips for trolling for walleye with rigs. Want to learn more tips & tricks about catching walleye? Click here to read more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfLHs23to0k Video Transcription Setting up...

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  3. Bees on a bee bus/package going into their new hive.

    How do I Get my Bees?

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  4. What Makes a Good Jigging Rod?

    What Makes a Good Jigging Rod?

    We’ll just state the obvious. Fishing for walleye is just plain fun. Thrilling and fast-paced, catching walleye means an angler has to be quick-thinking when it comes to fishing this predator. That’s why we asked walleye expert, Dale Gilbert, to share his extensive walleye knowledge with us. A walleye master, Dale, has fished walleye from Arkansas to Canada and Michigan to Montana, and he doesn’t disappoint. When it comes to having a good jigging rod, you want a fairly sensitive rod that allows you know when you have a bite. In this link, walleye expert, Dale Gilbert, explains what he looks for when choosing rod and why it pays to go for quality. Want to learn more tips & tricks about catching walleye? Click here to read more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMqQDOV7D1k Video T...

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  5. How to Select and Protect your First Fishing Rod?

    How to Select and Protect your First Fishing Rod?

    We’ll just state the obvious. Fishing for walleye is just plain fun. Thrilling and fast-paced, catching walleye means an angler has to be quick-thinking when it comes to fishing this predator. That’s why we asked walleye expert, Dale Gilbert, to share his extensive walleye knowledge with us. A walleye master, Dale, has fished walleye from Arkansas to Canada and Michigan to Montana, and he doesn’t disappoint. Different rods have different applications but selecting a versatile rod as your first fishing rod is a good place to start. Dale Gilbert shares his must haves when choosing a rod and what you can do to keep your new rod protected. Want to learn more tips & tricks about catching walleye? Click here to read more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_k1msBdn_c Video Transcripti...

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  6. Honey pouring into a strainer.

    How Much Honey Can I Expect to Get from My Beehive?

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  7. How to Attach Backing to Main Line with a Double, Double Uni Knot?

    How to Attach Backing to Main Line with a Double, Double Uni Knot?

    We’ll just state the obvious. Fishing for walleye is just plain fun. Thrilling and fast-paced, catching walleye means an angler has to be quick-thinking when it comes to fishing this predator. That’s why we asked walleye expert, Dale Gilbert, to share his extensive walleye knowledge with us. A walleye master, Dale, has fished walleye from Arkansas to Canada and Michigan to Montana, and he doesn’t disappoint. Splicing backing to your main line is easy to do using a double, double Uni knot. Watch as walleye sensei, Dale Gilbert, walks through the step-by-step process of tying a double, double Uni. Want to learn more tips & tricks about catching walleye? Click here to read more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMj6AIcvoYA&feature=youtu.be Video Transcription How to Attach B...

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  8. Beekeeper adding bees to a hive with tools.

    What Equipment Do I Need to Start Beekeeping?

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  9. How to Set Up for Jigging Walleye

    How to Set Up for Jigging Walleye

    We’ll just state the obvious. Fishing for walleye is just plain fun. Thrilling and fast-paced, catching walleye means an angler has to be quick-thinking when it comes to fishing this predator. That’s why we asked walleye expert, Dale Gilbert, to share his extensive walleye knowledge with us. A walleye master, Dale, has fished walleye from Arkansas to Canada and Michigan to Montana, and he doesn’t disappoint. Feeling that bump and setting the hook and catching that fish, jigging for walleye means your in for fun times. Walleye expert and sensei, Dale Gilbert, explains the easy steps you need to take to set up your rod for jigging walleye. Watch and learn! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6BLSIeS5cI Video Transcription Setting up a Rod and Jigging for Walleyes Hey folks, we're goin...

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  10. What are the Pros and Cons of Different Fishing Lines?

    What are the Pros and Cons of Different Fishing Lines?

    We’ll just state the obvious. Fishing for walleye is just plain fun. Thrilling and fast-paced, catching walleye means an angler has to be quick-thinking when it comes to fishing this predator. That’s why we asked walleye expert, Dale Gilbert, to share his extensive walleye knowledge with us. A walleye master, Dale, has fished walleye from Arkansas to Canada and Michigan to Montana, and he doesn’t disappoint. When it comes to the pros and cons of fishing lines, it really depends on what you’re fishing. Walleye expert, and sensei, Dale Gilbert explains the difference in lines and his gives his best recommendations for different presentations. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4_czMWWp3I&feature=youtu.be Video Transcription Different Lines for Different Presentations I wan...

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  11. Tips For Rigging A Walleye Jigging Rod

    Tips For Rigging A Walleye Jigging Rod

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  12. Bees on a hive.

    How Much does it Cost to Start a Beehive?

    How Much does it Cost to Start a Beehive? Read more about How Much does it Cost to Start a Beehive?
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