Shoot to Thrill photographer Bill Konway recently sold a photos of a bowfishing trip on the Illinois River to Field and Stream magazine’s website. That made Babbs think about the last time she spent a terror-filled evening dodging flying carp and getting slimed on that river.

It’s almost the weekend and it’s time to answer the age-old question: What to fish? Babbs is planning on packing the fly-fishing gear and heading out to one of Missouri’s blue-ribbon streams for a morning of fishing. She’ll try to remember these tips, picked up a few years ago from Missouri’s master caster Jim Rogers.

Our Babbs loved every minute of her trip to The Chelsea Bun Club’s National Ladies Shooting Day. Find out why in this photo feature. With photos by Jason Baird.

If you own a gun, or want to own a gun, this initiative will either educate or refresh you on safe gun owning practices.

There’s a lot more to hunting than tagging an animal. Find out why Babbs appreciates her hunting buddy, Marti, in all seasons.

It’s that time of year again! Time to hunt for sheds. Find out tips and tactics, and also, read some entertaining stories from people who know how to hunt ’em.

Nikki Goeser describes the events in her book, “Denied a Chance: How gun control helped a stalker murder my husband.”

Find out what happened at SHOT Show 2016, especially in regard to women in the shooting, hunting and outdoor trade industries.

Babbs in the Woods makes an easy pinecone craft with one of her favorite toddlers.

Check out what Babbs found for Christmas gifts in some of the leading conservation organizations.

A leading crow expert reveals some findings from his research that will help you in the woods, whether you are hunting, hiking or birding.

Find out what happened on this girlfriend getaway in the Ozarks, thanks to Ruger and the women who visited our Babbs and who brought guns.

Babbs asks why an important factor in the incident involving an Indiana duck hunter and her dog has gone unreported.

This is one of those real-life stories that might later appear on the Hallmark or Lifetime channel. Meet Jenifer Adams and Norissa Harman, the women of Girls with Guns Clothing.

We found a few options for the guy who might want to wear camo when he’s not hunting.

Find out what Babbs learned when she toured the RMEF’s Elk Country Visitor Center in Missoula, Mont.

The Sportsmen’s Alliance has teamed up with some of America’s best female hunters, to spread the word that we stand proud on our hunting heritage.

It was a night to remember, when we cleaned up for the Big Shot Ball!

Barbara Baird and Stacy Bright chat, on episode #10 of The Women’s Outdoor News podcast, about news, reviews and stories that surround women who are living lives full of outdoor adventure. The women touch on Downton Abbey at the Shooting Industry Masters, why you should try log rolling and answer a question about the federal duck stamp.

Hey! The numbers show that more women than ever are fishing, and trying fishing for the first time! Find out how you can learn to cast a line, thanks to the Take Me Fishing organization.

Babbs in the Woods: Barbara Baird shares 5 things that she learned about the great outdoors from softball.

Find out what happened when Babbs and her family went frog gigging.

Find out what happened when these 3 powerhouses in the women’s shooting world met and talked to the industry.

No doubt you’ve heard about the Flashbang holster for women? Should the designer of that gear create one for men?

Find out more about Gabby Franco’s seminars and training sessions, where there’s #NoWeaknessAllowed!

Watch your 6 with these 10, because if you think Ricky Gervais has clout and power to fuel the anti-hunting movement, these organizations are full of Rickies and their ilk.

Babbs sat down with Jessie Duff at the NWTF show recently. Here’s what she had to say.

Gun writer Richard Mann and our Babbs went on a hunt in the pro shop at Gunsite Academy to bring you 50 Shades of … Gunsite. Find out what they discovered for gun fighters.

The wonders of Peeps and all the things you can do with them … on and off the range!

We like stories about new entrepreneurs. Meet Susan Kushlin, who wants to tell the world that she loves to shoot.

Find out what these shooters wear or carry to the range for good luck. Happy St. Pat’s Day!