As temperatures swing, the air pressure in tires can fluctuate by several PSI.  At least once a month, check the air pressure in your ATV, UTV, trailer, etc.

If you get a fresh snowfall, or a heavy frost, use it to scout trails for late-season deer activity.  Even if your deer season is already closed, you can still scout the fresh snowfall and note it for next year.

By the time January rolls around, waterfowl are in full breeding plumage.  Make your decoys match the season with a fresh coat of paint, or break out the new ones you have stashed away for such an occasion.

Start marking your calendar now for the Spring outdoor shows and banquets.  Check the usual websites for a schedule of events near you.

Have a New Year’s resolution to get in better shape?  Why not do it with hunting in mind!  Websites like iHuntFit give you a training regimen built for the outdoorsman.

As deer and waterfowl seasons wind down, begin evaluating your equipment for the next hunts.  Whether it be predator hunting, spring snow goose shoots, or the “squirrel rut“, prep now for success.

Start evaluating your turkey hunting gear this month.  The season will be here before you know it, and often during the early season you’ll experience some cold mornings where you need the same gear you’re using now for deer and waterfowl.  Don’t forget to evaluate your calls, you might need to pickup a new Ripper from SBO.  Break out your gear now to make sure you’re properly prepared for the thunder chickens!

Now is the time to shop for end-of-season deals at outdoor stores.  It’s a great time to pick up decoys, bags, scent killer, and other items as stores clear inventory to make room for fishing and turkey hunting gear.  Connect with the SBO Field Staff for deals on Southbound Outdoors Products!