Hunting in the Heartland: Lessons Learned from Nature

By Justin Stakes

Outdoors columnist reflects on decades of stories, tips and adventures

Emporia, KS -(AmmoLand.com)- Teacher and author Scott Irwin grew up in a big family on the Kansas prairie, developing work ethic and a sense of adventure.

His childhood experiences with hunting and fishing would turn into a decades-long appreciation for nature and outdoor sports. A columnist for the Emporia Gazette and a university professor in Kansas for more than 40 years, Irwin has collected his writings in a new book, “An Outdoor Sporting Life.”

Featuring stories about family, friendship, fishing and hunting, Irwin highlights life in a rural town and the lessons learned from growing up in nature.

“It’s my hope that by sharing my personal stories – the laughs, the mistakes, the successes – readers will recall their own memories, and I’ll help spark the pursuit of a new adventure in nature,” Irwin said.

While “An Outdoor Sporting Life” shares Irwin’s experiences, the lessons extend to everyone interested in the worlds of hunting, fishing and outdoor sports. Irwin’s columns are organized to give readers the ability to find specific topics, ranging from seasonal information to …Read the Rest

Source:: AmmoLand