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Mid-February through March is skunk mating season here in Ohio. The actual dates vary depending upon weather and the age of the female skunk. Females that do not want to breed, will spray the male to get him to leave. This explains why there are times during this time of year that skunk scent han…

Overview: Legal Brief is a series where the ins and outs, the dos and don’ts of the firearms world are covered. From popular topics to more niche subject matters, the Legal Brief tries to help our reader be the best gun owner out there. Venture Out is an Ohio based outdoor social channel, so the…

White-tailed deer are the most important game species in North America. More hunters pursue whitetails than any other species, and whitetail hunters contribute more financially than any other hunter segment. Collectively speaking, whitetails are the foundation of the entire hunting industry.…

As 2022 has closed and we are amidst in 2023, we at Venture Out want to take the time to reflect on the past year and take a peak forward into what the new year might bring. 2022 witnessed some form of market stabilization within the gun industry that hasn’t existed since 2019. Sales peaked duri…

The Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25X56 has been an undoubtedly popular option for shooters since its release in early 2020. The optic provides many options and features that are normally common on optics far above its weight class. These include a 34mm main tube, 5X zoom ration, illuminated reticle, Vo…