Outdoor Writers Association of America
An Oregon police chief in my newspaper’s circulation area was arrested for illegally guiding would-be cougar and bobcat poachers, who happened to be undercover police officers.
How to cover the outdoors like a crime reporter and find better stories Read More »
I’ve sweated out late nights in front of the screen, laboring for the perfect words as a deadline approached.
Edit yourself to success Read More »
I still remember how I felt as I launched my DJI Phantom 4 drone camera for the first time — eager, giddy, euphoric — but over these feelings lay a blanket of terror and anxiety.
Shooting from the sky Read More »
One of the more fundamental telephone accessories for outdoor writers — the ability to record an interview — remains elusive even on the 10th anniversary of Steve Jobs’ big 2007 unveiling of the first iPhone.
Recording audio on your iPhone Read More »
The first time I learned about the power of using stories in news releases and articles was during a webinar sponsored by the Public Relations Society of America about a year ago.
Use storytelling to engage audiences Read More »
Our art director at Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine likes to put “Easter eggs” in the app version of our magazine as a way to amuse readers (and, truthfully, himself) with little surprises.
The appeal of magazine apps Read More »
A dim but unrelenting chorus chimes in my mind. “Where is that word I want?”
Finding the right word Read More »
Hunt begins for new ED, OWAA turns 90.
2017 brings change and a birthday Read More »