The Colt Trooper MKIII was manufactured from 1969 to 1982. It was superseded by the MKV that was produced into the mid 90’s. Made in .357 magnum and .22 LR, it is a double action revolver holding six rounds. Both were designed as target revolvers though service models with fixed sights were also produced in ...
This odd game where you take a long stick and hit another ball to get a bunch of other balls into a pocket seems to be an odd version of inside golf, but it’s called pool. Playing pool is one of those games that needs all the concentration of chess, the understanding of geometry that ...
When hummingbird watching comes to mind, most people would not think about Illinois as being a state full of these types of opportunities. Even though Illinois is not known for its population of hummingbirds, it does have a few of these beautiful little birds that pay a visit annually. Hummingbird watchers will have the most ...
Not only is backpacking a great way to get outdoors and see parts of the country most will never see, but it’s also a great way to relieve stress and a fun way to get in shape. If you’ve never backpacked before just learning what gear to use and how may seem like a daunting ...
Bow hunting is so much better than regular rifle hunting because not only do you have longer seasons, but it’s much more challenging. You have to get closer to the game and if your skills aren’t top notch then you won’t have any luck at all coming away with a kill. Nevertheless, while bow hunting ...
When it comes to trout fishing, whether you are fishing for brook, rainbow, cutthroat, or even brown trout, one of the best baits that can be employed is live bait. Trout fishing with live bait can be very enjoyable and productive, especially if a few simple strategies are adhered to. In this article I will ...
Have you ever taken your mom out to eat on Mother’s Day? If you have, you know it’s one of the busiest days of the year -if not the busiest – when it comes to restaurants. Although going out to eat is nice, and means Mom won’t have to cook, it’s a crowded experience that’s ...
Hot Wheels die cast toy cars have been in production since the late 1960s, and have grown to become some of the most popular collectibles on the planet. Even today, collectors routinely purchase both the standard vehicles as well as special editions and chase vehicles, in some cases sharing their collection with their children, and ...
Hummingbird fans in Kansas generally have six months out of the year to enjoy the amusing antics of several species of hummingbirds, provided, of course, they have a hummingbird garden, hummingbird feeders or even better, a combination of both. Ten species of hummingbirds have been documented in Kansas to date, with six of them commonly ...
It used to be that saying the word “gambling?” conjured up images of Las Vegas or Atlantic City. Today, when one hears “gambling,” their thoughts probably need not wander that far from home. Casinos are popping up everywhere as America’s fascination with gambling continues to increase. Televised poker games seem to comprise half of cable ...
