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Shona Pickersgill - Research Hero | Feature
What is the biggest challenge you have faced during your career? My biggest challenge has always been that as research professionals, we are sometimes the challenge. Data often goes against the gut of heavily experienced stakeholders and can sometimes be challenged or rejected. Therefore, building robust and clear methodologies, alongside relationships built on trust, has led to outcomes where data is at the heart of decision making.
The power is in our hands to tell good stories | Opinion
As a qualitative researcher, I was incredibly excited to attend the MRS Storytelling conference at the May Fair Hotel in London recently. The host, Grant Feller, founder at EveryRung, did an exquisite job at weaving us through some excellent presentations from storytellers from far and wide. It was a treat to have such a diverse group of panellists and presenters, ranging from film producers, to creatives, to research specialists, to strategists.
A view from Cannes: Insight takeaways from La Croisette | Feature
If you want to know what’s occupying the collective consciousness of the advertising and marketing industry from a global perspective, come to Cannes. What’s worrying them? The same as what’s worrying everyone else – what does the future hold? Here, that can be summed in up two words: artificial intelligence.
Bushnell Forge Binoculars: A New Addition to the Hunting Optics Lineup - Petersen's Hunting
All four Forge models offer low-light clarity and in-field durability for under $600. Bushnell's latest binocular family is built for the hunter, no matter your game. (Petersen's Hunting photo) February 17, 2022 By Sam Forbes The Forge Series is Bushnell’s most recent addition to its lineup of field-ready hunting binoculars. The company accepts the reality that hunters are not going to be easy on their optics and have built the Forge Series to stand up to repeated abuse.
The Wolf Wars Continue: Wolves are Relisted in the Lower 48
A Federal District Court Judge Has Overturned the November 2020 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Decision to Delist Wolves in the Lower 48. Grey wolves are, once again, federally protected under the Endangered Species Act after being delisted just two years ago.
California Resident Borrows Firearm and Kills Two Ibex in the Mountains of Kyrgyzstan - Petersen's Hunting
Lucas Paugh thrives in the world of international travel; a world where hunting is simply second. Lucas Paugh's international travel took him all the way up to 14,000 feet where he connected with a world class ibex. (Photo courtesy of Justin Geike) February 10, 2022 By Sam Forbes Lucas Paugh is an engineer in the petroleum industry, so his days are filled with the challenges of sourcing black gold.
The Story of Angry and the 90:10 Project
Two whitetail enthusiasts from Iowa have dedicated themselves to showing what it really takes to hunt and kill trophy bucks. Success in the whitetail woods is 90% hard work, but that's fine with Aaron Sligh and the 90:10 Project. (Photo courtesy of the 90:10 Project) January 26, 2022 By Sam Forbes As we look back at what made the 2021-2022 deer season great, we’d be amiss to not mention Aaron Sligh’s 240 4/8-inch non-typical from Iowa.
200-Inch Indiana Buck Survives Car Crash and Falls to Bow
Jon Geis chose the hard way to get things done this past season, making his trophy whitetail that much greater. After witnessing the damage that a "big buck" caused to a car near their hunting property, the Geis family assumed their target buck was now dead. (Photo courtesy of Jon Geis) January 24, 2022 By Sam Forbes As we look back at the recently closed deer season of 2021-2022, we’re reminded of why we hunt.
Nosler Inc. Introduces a New Line of Suppressors for 2022 SHOT Show - Petersen's Hunting Original
Nosler suppressors turn down the volume without turning down accuracy or performance. Nosler's new suppressor lineup is a continuation of their dedication to shooters and hunters alike. (Photo courtesy of Nosler Inc.) January 18, 2022 By Sam Forbes Nosler, Inc. is known for the revolutionary designs it has presented to the hunting and shooting market since 1948.
Rack Room: Nebraska Elk Measures 368 Inches
Chase Quinn drew a once-in-a lifetime elk tag, but unfortunately he had to hunt without his lifelong hunting partner. Chase Quinn's Nebraska elk hunt was an emotional day he'll never forget. (Photo courtesy of Chase Quinn) January 11, 2022 By Sam Forbes In September 2020, Nebraska hunter Chace Quinn lost his father suddenly to pancreatic cancer. Not only did Chase have to bear the loss of his life’s mentor, but he also lost his best hunting partner. “We always put in for tags together,” said Quinn.
Tested Tough: Nosler Model 21 Rifle Review
We put the Nosler Model 21 hunting rifle to the test on late-season Wyoming antelope. January 06, 2022 By Sam Forbes This fall I was fortunate enough to be invited to an annual Wyoming pronghorn hunt that has been taking place well before my time as an outdoor writer. I’m not the first Petersen’s Hunting staff member to be given a cot underneath a canvas tent on this ranch, but, personally, it was my first antelope hunt. Heck, this was my first time hunting Western big-game in such open landscape.
2 New Recurve Crossbows from Excalibur: MagAir and TwinStrike Tac2 - North American Whitetail
Excalibur releases two new crossbow options for whitetail hunters in 2022. No other crossbow manufacturer delivers recurve x-bows as tough and trusted as Excalibur. (Photo courtesy of Sam Forbes) January 06, 2022 By Sam Forbes As the old saying goes, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” And the recurve bow is no exception. However, many bow and crossbow manufactures continue to push away from this mindset in search of something even greater than before.
Indiana Hunter Kills Target Buck After Missing Opportunity Last Season - North American Whitetail
Jeremy Ison had close encounters with this buck before finally tagging him during the rut. Jeremy smiles with his trophy whitetail he nick-named Arnold. (Photo courtesy of Jeremy Ison) January 03, 2022 By Sam Forbes Breaking News Bucks 2021 After messing up an opportunity at this buck last season, Jeremy Ison was more determined than ever to tag the giant. But Jeremy’s wife wasn’t as concerned about the missed opportunity. She named the buck Arnold and assured Jeremy that he’d be back.
New World-Record Velvet Sitka Blacktail Deer Confirmed
Pope and Young Club tabs legendary bowhunter Chuck Adams' trophy as the top in its class. Chuck Adams sets another record with his bow, this time he's done it with a beautiful velvet Sitka deer. (Photo courtesy of Pope and Young Club) December 15, 2021 By Sam Forbes On December 15th, 2021, the Pope and Young Club officially named Chuck Adams’ velvet Sitka blacktail deer as the new world record in that category.
Ohio Hunter Puts Down a Double Drop-Tine Buck with His Ruger 350 Legend - North American Whitetail
After keeping his eyes locked on this drop-tine buck, Hayden Billing finally got his chance at a whitetail most only dream of. Some prayers leave you wondering if they were answered, while others just fall into your lap.(Photo courtesy of Hayden Billing) December 08, 2021 By Sam Forbes Breaking News Bucks 2021 Hayden Billing first spotted this particular buck during the 2020 hunting season. “I first got pictures of the drop-tine buck just after the shotgun season in 2020,” says Hayden.
Chronic Wasting Disease Research and Management Act Passed by House of Representatives - Petersen's Hunting
Wildlife conservationists applaud yesterday's passage of the historic bill by the House of Representatives. Researchers in a Michigan DNR laboratory are busy collecting lymph nodes from hunter donated deer heads for CWD testing. (Photo courtesy of the National Deer Association) December 09, 2021 By Sam Forbes Back in October, H.R. 5608, otherwise known as the Chronic Wasting Disease Research and Management Act, was unanimously passed the House Agriculture Committee shortly after its introduction.
A New Study Shows Overwhelming Evidence that Humans are Giving Deer the Coronavirus - Petersen's Hunting
One-third of the deer surveyed in Iowa tested positive for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Deer are carrying COIVD, but how worried should hunters be? (Photo courtesy of David Draper) November 09, 2021 By Sam Forbes A recent wildlife study targeted and tested 283 individual lymph nodes (RPLN) taken from whitetail deer, America’s predominant cervid and most popular game animal.
Garmin Xero A1i Pro: Make the Shot
Garmin's newest advancement in digital bow sights offers archers an intuitive setup and advanced accuracy features that can be found in no other sight. (Author photo) October 29, 2021 By Sam Forbes Piggybacking off the Garmin Xero A1i, is the new Xero A1i Pro. This revolutionary electronic sight has a built-in rangefinder, so you can take one more step out of the hunting process.
Youth Hunter, Kaden Holzbauer, Drops a Double Drop Tine South Dakota Buck on Opening Day - North American Whitetail
With expectations that opening day would be a management buck hunt, the Holzbauer brothers were astonished when they left the woods with a buck of a lifetime. Kaden Holzbauer never imagined that opening day of archery season would bring him the chance of a lifetime. (Photo courtesy of Kaden Holzbauer) September 24, 2021 By Sam Forbes Breaking News Bucks 2021 Kaden Holzbauer has been a deer hunter for years.
New Mossberg 940 Pro Waterfowl Edition 12 Gauge Shotgun: In-Field Review - Petersen's Hunting
We put the newest autoloading shotgun from Mossberg to the test on an early-season wingshooting adventure. Mossberg's latest semi-auto shotgun is specifically designed for the wear and tear of waterfowl hunting.(Photo courtesy of Sam Forbes) September 22, 2021 By Sam Forbes When legendary competitive shooters Jerry and Lena Miculek partnered with Mossberg in 2020 to launch a new 12-gauge autoloading shotgun, the 940 JM Pro, the world of competitive shooting took notice.
Georgia Woman Tags a Completely White Buck on Opening Weekend | Breaking News Bucks - North American Whitetail
Tara Jackson's opening weekend crossbow kill is one she'll never forget. Crossbows offer great opportunitys to early-season deer hunters, but this particular crossbow kill is truly unique. (Photo courtesy of Tara Jackson) September 15, 2021 By Sam Forbes Breaking News Bucks 2021 Down in Calhoun County, Georgia, the cooler weather of fall felt far off, but Tara Jackson was busy doing her pre-season prep to ensure she would have successful deer hunting this fall.
Ammo Companies are Working Tirelessly to Meet Hunting Season Demand - Petersen's Hunting
According the NSSF, new gun owners, combined with aggressive purchasing trends of existing shooters, is making it hard for manufacturers to keep loads on the shelf. Another record-breaking year in firearm sales is making it tough for hunters to find the ammunition they need for the 2021-2022 season.
New Remington Core-Lokt Tipped Ammo Now Available
Remington Ammunition is back and offering hunting cartridge advancements, such as the new Core-Lokt Tipped. Remington Ammunition has announced the next generation of Big Green’s iconic deer hunting ammunition, Core-Lokt Tipped. (Photo courtesy of Sam Forbes) August 31, 2021 By Sam Forbes Remington Ammunition has announced the next generation of Big Green’s iconic deer hunting ammunition, Core-Lokt.
Back in Business: How Remington Ammunition is Addressing Ammo Shortages - Petersen's Hunting
Hundreds of American workers are returning to Remington's ammunition facility in Lonoke, Arkansas. Hundreds of hard-working employees are filing into Remington's Lonoke ammunition facility to fill the positions that many thought were gone for good. (Photo courtesy of Sam Forbes) August 09, 2021 By Sam Forbes After facing bankruptcy for the second time in 2020, America’s iconic Remington Ammunition brand faced an uncertain future.
KUIU Leads Wildlife Conservation Through Action
Kuiu Conservation Direct gets dirty with another hands-on conservation project.
Sig Sauer Expected to Raise Ammo Production - Petersen's Hunting
Sig Sauer has announced that their Jacksonville ammunition plant is expanding to further support the high demand for ammunition in 2021. Sig Sauer is shooting to double pistol-caliber ammunition numbers in 2021. (Photo courtesy of Sig Sauer) June 24, 2021 By Sam Forbes With millions of dollars already invested, Sig Sauer is ready to expand its ammunition production within their Jacksonville plant.
5 Tips on How To Better Film Your Next Hunt
Learning how to film your hunting experience is easier than you think, just don't be afraid to make mistakes. Digital Editor Sam Forbes is a self-taught filmmaker, and when he began filming his hunts nothing came easy. (Photo courtesy of Sam Forbes) June 17, 2021 By Sam Forbes In 2017 I bought my first digital camera: the Canon Rebel T3. College photography classes taught me the basics of capturing an image but as far as video possibilities were concerned, I knew nothing.
Gear Review: TETRA Turkey AmpPods
TETRA's Turkey AmpPods are premium hearing devices specifically optimized to enhance the most critical sounds for the turkey hunter. While on a spring gobbler hunt in Kansas, Digital Editor Sam Forbes got to try TETRA Hearing's advanced technology. (Photo courtesy of TETRA Hearing) May 28, 2021 By Sam Forbes Hearing, like many other aspects of good health, is often taken for granted until one day it’s gone or damaged.
Two Trophy Whitetails in Just Three Days
This Virginian's box blind put him on two trophy whitetails. The first of Chip McCarthy's two big bucks fell on Nov. 7. The winning blind is one the Virginian calls "the Hilton". (Photo courtest of Chip McCarthy) April 07, 2021 By Sam Forbes Lightning never strikes the same place twice. Or does it? Chip McCarthy of Essex County, Virginia, might argue that it indeed does. During his 2019 hunting season, Chip found his box blind to be one of the luckiest spots he’d hunted in the past 25 years.
Why You Should Shoot an Over/Under Shotgun This Turkey Seaso
Stacked barrels give hunters options at the moment of truth (Photo courtesy of CZ-USA) March 26, 2021 By Sam Forbes While everyone carries an autoloader afield in turkey season for fast follow-up shots, shooting an over/under shotgun all but eliminates the need for a second shot. By screwing in two different chokes and stuffing each barrel with a different shotshell, turkey hunters can switch barrels instantly and put the proper load on target at the proper range.
Boone and Crockett's Online Auction is Now Open for Bidding
The Boone and Crockett Club has partnered with dozens of iconic brands and generous benefactors to organize its first annual conservation auction. (Photo courtesy of Boone and Crockett Club) March 18, 2021 By Sam Forbes It’s 2021—we’ve all adapted, and conservation organizations have adapted, too. Ducks Unlimited, National Wildlife Turkey Federation, Foundation for North American Wild Sheep and Pheasants Forever all had to cancel in-person fundraising events.
Tungsten Super Shot Turkey Ammunition
TSS shot isn't new news for the avid turkey hunter. In fact it's breaking records at every turn. March 10, 2021 By Sam Forbes By now, most turkey hunters have at least heard of it. Some have read about it, and others have invested in it. And when we say “invest”, we mean it. Tungsten isn’t cheap! TSS Shot has been all the craze for the avid turkey hunter for more than a few years, but in 2021 a few major ammunition manufacturers are stocking exciting loads that contain TSS shot.
Best Rubber Hunting Boots of 2021
Here are our top 5 boot choices that will keep your feet dry and comfortable. March 10, 2021 By Sam Forbes Any outdoorsman knows that a pair of rubber boots works better than anything to keep your feet dry. They are the only boots that are—actually—waterproof. Most models usually slip on with ease, and they definitely help to minimize your left-behind scent trail. No matter the season, wet feet can ruin your hunt. But there’s much more to consider in a rubber boot than dry toes alone.
Commonwealth Crossbow Giant
Sam Forbes - December 17, 2019 Two Virginia deer hunters worked hard to take advantage of a stud buck's early-season pattern. The opening weekend of the 2019 bow season in the Commonwealth of Virginia had Jonathan Linen and his cousin Cody Sparks up early on Sunday morning. Their hunt the previous day proved unsuccessful, but both men knew of a big buck that was living in the area.
Curators stall in naming new residence hall after black journalist Lucile Bluford
Despite a request from the Residence Halls Association to name the newest residence hall after black journalist Lucile Bluford, the UM System Board of Curators has not moved on the issue. Last year, RHA representatives voted on the name and sent their proposal to the board for consideration. However, the proposal was suddenly removed from the curators’ agenda in July and has not seen progress since. UM System spokesman John Fougere attributed the delay to recent vacancies on the board.
Application numbers reflect decreasing international student interest in MU
Graduate school applications from international students have dropped this year, following a trend at many universities across the country. MU graduate applications were down 11 percent overall as of March 15. International applications were down 16 percent, director of Graduate Admissions and Student Services Terrence Grus said in an email.
A Reason to Talk
Sachli Gholamalizad moved from Iran to Belgium when she was five. For the two years that she and her brothers waited for their father to make the journey, her mother was her protector in this strange new country with its formidable barriers of language and discrimination. This intercultural disconnect is the stimulus for Gholamalizad to address the much wider one that exists between her and her mother - two very different women with two very different sets of cultural values.
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