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Any guesses on what the #1 sport is in the United States? Some might guess baseball. At this time of year with the big game at hand, many would say football. How about NASCAR? Tennis? Golf? If you guessed any of these, you’re wrong. The top sport not only in the United States, but around the world is Bird Watching. That’s right. Not even soccer tops bird watching worldwide. Let’s take a look at my list of top reasons why birding is the SUPER sport.

-Anyone - regardless of age or conditioning - can enjoy Bird Watching
-Bird Watching reduces stress as it helps us to slow down
-You can watch birds virtually anywhere
-Bird Watching connects us with friends, family and nature
-Great memories are made from Bird Watching with others
-There is always something new in Bird Watching
-Bird Watching is a lifetime activity
-You’ll end up in new places when Bird Watching

Whether you are competitive or not, bird watching is a sport that will provide you with an unlimited supply of thrills and pure enjoyment. The tools and time needed to watch birds are minimal, unless you catch the fever. Once you feel the adrenaline-charged excitement of seeing birds in their natural habitat you’ll ask yourself - “Have these birds been here all along? Why didn’t I try this before?”

Next time the big game is on, take a peek out the nearest window; and when you spot a bird you’ll understand why bird watching really is the SUPER sport! For the time of your life, slow down and watch the birds. Get Outdoors!

Chuck Fitzgerald, The Outdoor Guy, has written a beginner’s guide to bird watching call “Learning to Bird.” Visit http://www.birdwatchingebook.com to see just how easy and how much fun Bird Watching really is. Chuck is the owner of Arizona based BackCountry Toys, an online store helping you to have fun in the great outdoors. To get maximum enjoyment out of your outdoor life, visit http://www.BackCountryToys.com where you’ll find great gear and the Tips & Tales e-newsletter, “FreshAir.” (800) 316-9055.

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They are the sportsmans’ best friend. Whether used on a fishing trip or for cutting up that
big buck, knives are invaluable. They come in many different shapes and sizes. The smaller
knife is better used for hunting purposes. The longer thinner knives are better for your
fishing uses. Fixed blade or folding knives give you a product with different handling
characteristics. Knife handles come in different materials. Wood, rubber, horn, leather,
plastic and many other materials adorn these blades. Blades appear in many different
forms. A few of these different blade materials on these knives consist of 154 cm, 420, aus-8,
440, Ats-34, aus-6 and D-2 steel. Some steel will hold an edge longer and some will resist
rust and the elements better. Higher carbon steels are better for most purposes. D-2 and
ats-34 are superior blade materials. Good tempering is an added plus for determining blade
characteristics.

You will pay more out of pocket for expensive handle materials. Prices will be higher for
horn and other exotic materials used for handles. The better blade metal will be more
expensive than lesser quality blades. The better blades will hone to a sharper edge.
Blades with higher rockwell hardness will usually stay sharper longer. A rockwell hardness
of 58-60 is usually good and serviceable. Blades come today in many different forms.

Ceramic blades are very sharp and usually are so hard they have to be sent back to the
manufacturers to be sharpened. The only draw back is that they are very brittle and
break easier than standard blades. Titanium and powdered titanium used in blade materials
are very serviceable and make good blades.

Buffalo bone handles look good on Obsidian blades. Some knives that are sold are
dedicated to be close copies of period knives. Bowie knives come in many different patterns
and lengths. They come with matching handles that depict different eras in history. Many
knives like the case products are considered collectable. They come in a variety of handle
material and blade configurations. Knife collectors are abundant and keep the knife
companies very busy. There are period knives made for reenactors and collectors. Modern
knives are being produced that mirror those worn by the early Native American and the
mountain man. The sheaths that accompany these knives are made from many different
materials. Leather, kryton and other materials are offered to cover and carry these knives.

Many are embellished with materials of choice. Some have snap closures and others have
nice receptacles for their fixed blade counterparts. Some sheaths are embellished with
beads and some are adorned with leather lacing..

Get the knife that fits you and fits the intended use that you require of it. If you want
to carry a personal knife, a small folding knife is perfect. Folders are also made for
heavy work on deer and other game animals. Sets of knives are sold for the serious
sportsman that will handle every chore from gutting and skinning down to steak preparation.

Usually the bigger knives appear in softer metals. large knifes used in place of an axe for
cutting are usually made of this variety. Some knife makers claim that their knives will plow
through two elk. Some knives are manufactured to be pleasing to the eye but will not hold
up well under intense use. Fixed blade knives can take a lot of abuse and do not require a
locking devise to make them stable and safe. Keep your knives sharp. A sharp knife will be
much safer and it will do it’s intended job much quicker and easier. Be safe and enjoy the
wide range of products offered to the consumer. You have so much to choose from.

Stephen Graham, Avid hunter and fisherman, writes from his own life experiences.

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