A personal essay on the Ojibwe tradition of deer camp, exploring family, culture, and the deep connection to the land passed down through generations.
OK, if you want to accuse me of again getting too nostalgic, that is all right and fair. More than once in these pages, we have covered how things have changed in the outdoors world over the years, ...
WARDENSVILLE, W. Va. — At a time when traditional deer camps are disappearing in Pennsylvania and elsewhere, my family’s 36 gatherings in the mountains of West Virginia only become more precious with ...
After hours of work, the new tent is finally standing tall with a warm stove and cozy setup. With trail cams showing a massive buck on the move, I settle in for the first night of hunting season.
A Waupaca County deer camp brings three generations of family and friends together to sustain connections, build on traditions and manage deer herd.
“The senses are very much intensified. And so too are the experiences between people magnified. I think people are more open,” said John Miller, a photographer who documented hunting camp culture in ...