Chase is a seasoned adventurer with a knack for detail. He's the engaging host of Outdoor Empire's YouTube channel, and is known for his deep-diving camping gear reviews and a hands-on approach that resonates with outdoor enthusiasts everywhere.
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Is It Cheaper to Hunt or Buy Meat?

Hunting is a fun sport that many people engage in. While it is not considered necessary for survival anymore, there are still ...
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Can You Make Money Hunting? (How Much Pro Hunters Make)

Hunting is a hobby that comes with unique benefits like fresh meat, lots of time outdoors, and a respect for wildlife. Can ...
canvas tent set up

Is a Canvas Tent Better? (Pros and Cons of Canvas Tents)

When you go camping, you need to bring a good tent. But before that, you have to decide whether to get a ...
hunter wearing Pnuma Camo during snow

Pnuma Camo Review: Technical Hunting Clothing Tried & Tested

Spring turkey season is just the inverse of deer season when it comes to weather conditions, at least out West. This year ...
old hunter with rifle sitting

How Long Does It Take to Learn to Hunt?

Hunting is a great pastime that allows you to spend plenty of time outdoors and hopefully keep your freezer stocked with fresh ...
hunter in the woods with Pnuma Chisos Backpack 1

Pnuma Chisos Backpack Review

As a new turkey hunter trying to gear up with the basics this year, I’ve been blown away by the differing opinions ...
elk shed idaho

When’s the Best Time to Shed Hunt? (A Regional Guide)

If you’re an avid outdoors person, shed hunting is probably something you’ve done before or something you aspire to do. Shed hunting, ...
multicolored Koi fish

Can You Eat Koi Fish?

Koi fish are a colorful type of carp. They are popular pets for fish enthusiasts because they often live for 50 years ...
artificial firelog vs wood

Artificial Firelogs vs. Wood: A Head to Head Comparison

If you have a fireplace or fire pit, you want to make the most informed decisions about what to burn in it. ...
Maven RF1 and Leupold RX 1400i on wooden table

Buyer’s Guide: Best Hunting Rangefinders Reviewed

If you’re like me, perhaps you’ve come to accept the fact that your internal tape measure isn’t entirely accurate, and you’re not ...
Maven RF.1 Rangefinder on wood

Maven RF.1 Rangefinder Review (Worth Every Penny)

When I got the chance to do a Maven RF.1 rangefinder review, I was stoked! I’ve had it for a while now ...
Leupold RX 1400i on wood

Leupold RX-1400i TBR/W Rangefinder Review (Best Under $200)

There are many good options for hunting rangefinders, but I ultimately purchased the Leupold RX-1400i TBR/W, and I’ve been using it for ...
dirty kodiak thane boots

Kodiak Thane Boot Review (After 9 Months of Use)

Most boots are made for a specific purpose, which can lead a man to collect many a boot over a lifetime. A ...
stack of tested fire logs

Best Fire Logs (Hands-on Review, Bought and Tested)

I wasn’t planning on doing a piece on the best fire logs. Then there I was at my local grocery store when ...
man holding remote in front of TV

10 Best Hunting Shows on TV and Streaming (Where To Watch)

To me, the best hunting shows combine fun entertainment with real expertise. Sometimes, it’s fun to just relax and enjoy the thrill ...
grizzly bear pooping

Bear Scat: What Bear Poop Looks Like and More Crappy Facts

Anyone who spends time in nature knows that finding animal poop on or near a trail is more than just a gross ...
Woman defends herself with pepper spray against attacker

How To Use Pepper Spray On Animals To Fend Off Attacks

You may think of dangerous animals as something that lurks in the woods or on backcountry trails. However, the reality is not ...
practicing using bear spray

How To Use Bear Spray Properly to Survive a Bear Attack

Whether you love to hike or can’t wait for hunting season, to enjoy the outdoors safely, you need to come prepared. In ...
Yeti cooler with snacks and drink

How To Pack a Cooler Properly (Drinks, Camping, Day Trips, Meat)

Improperly packing a cooler can lead to consequences that range from merely inconvenient to dangerous. Warm drinks or soggy bread are a ...
how to clean a cooler

How to Clean a Cooler (Even Stains and Smells)

There are many ways to use a cooler. Some ways even involve raw fish or wild game meat. Whatever its primary use, ...

132268776 l 1024x683 1

Is It Cheaper to Hunt or Buy Meat?

Hunting is a fun sport that many people engage in. While it is not considered necessary for survival anymore, there are still ...
34841644 l 1024x683 1

Can You Make Money Hunting? (How Much Pro Hunters Make)

Hunting is a hobby that comes with unique benefits like fresh meat, lots of time outdoors, and a respect for wildlife. Can ...
canvas tent set up

Is a Canvas Tent Better? (Pros and Cons of Canvas Tents)

When you go camping, you need to bring a good tent. But before that, you have to decide whether to get a ...
hunter wearing Pnuma Camo during snow

Pnuma Camo Review: Technical Hunting Clothing Tried & Tested

Spring turkey season is just the inverse of deer season when it comes to weather conditions, at least out West. This year ...
old hunter with rifle sitting

How Long Does It Take to Learn to Hunt?

Hunting is a great pastime that allows you to spend plenty of time outdoors and hopefully keep your freezer stocked with fresh ...
hunter in the woods with Pnuma Chisos Backpack 1

Pnuma Chisos Backpack Review

As a new turkey hunter trying to gear up with the basics this year, I’ve been blown away by the differing opinions ...
elk shed idaho

When’s the Best Time to Shed Hunt? (A Regional Guide)

If you’re an avid outdoors person, shed hunting is probably something you’ve done before or something you aspire to do. Shed hunting, ...
multicolored Koi fish

Can You Eat Koi Fish?

Koi fish are a colorful type of carp. They are popular pets for fish enthusiasts because they often live for 50 years ...
artificial firelog vs wood

Artificial Firelogs vs. Wood: A Head to Head Comparison

If you have a fireplace or fire pit, you want to make the most informed decisions about what to burn in it. ...
Maven RF1 and Leupold RX 1400i on wooden table

Buyer’s Guide: Best Hunting Rangefinders Reviewed

If you’re like me, perhaps you’ve come to accept the fact that your internal tape measure isn’t entirely accurate, and you’re not ...
Maven RF.1 Rangefinder on wood

Maven RF.1 Rangefinder Review (Worth Every Penny)

When I got the chance to do a Maven RF.1 rangefinder review, I was stoked! I’ve had it for a while now ...
Leupold RX 1400i on wood

Leupold RX-1400i TBR/W Rangefinder Review (Best Under $200)

There are many good options for hunting rangefinders, but I ultimately purchased the Leupold RX-1400i TBR/W, and I’ve been using it for ...
dirty kodiak thane boots

Kodiak Thane Boot Review (After 9 Months of Use)

Most boots are made for a specific purpose, which can lead a man to collect many a boot over a lifetime. A ...
stack of tested fire logs

Best Fire Logs (Hands-on Review, Bought and Tested)

I wasn’t planning on doing a piece on the best fire logs. Then there I was at my local grocery store when ...
man holding remote in front of TV

10 Best Hunting Shows on TV and Streaming (Where To Watch)

To me, the best hunting shows combine fun entertainment with real expertise. Sometimes, it’s fun to just relax and enjoy the thrill ...
grizzly bear pooping

Bear Scat: What Bear Poop Looks Like and More Crappy Facts

Anyone who spends time in nature knows that finding animal poop on or near a trail is more than just a gross ...
Woman defends herself with pepper spray against attacker

How To Use Pepper Spray On Animals To Fend Off Attacks

You may think of dangerous animals as something that lurks in the woods or on backcountry trails. However, the reality is not ...
practicing using bear spray

How To Use Bear Spray Properly to Survive a Bear Attack

Whether you love to hike or can’t wait for hunting season, to enjoy the outdoors safely, you need to come prepared. In ...
Yeti cooler with snacks and drink

How To Pack a Cooler Properly (Drinks, Camping, Day Trips, Meat)

Improperly packing a cooler can lead to consequences that range from merely inconvenient to dangerous. Warm drinks or soggy bread are a ...
how to clean a cooler

How to Clean a Cooler (Even Stains and Smells)

There are many ways to use a cooler. Some ways even involve raw fish or wild game meat. Whatever its primary use, ...