I’m not sure what it is. I can’t put my finger on it exactly, but there’s something about a passion for the outdoors that’s built into a man’s DNA molecules. Maybe it’s because God made us from dirt (Genesis 2:7) that we are drawn to the forests, swamps, and fields in search of finned, feathered and furred quarry. There’s something deep within our soul that pulses these “outdoorsy” hormones through or veins. No scientist or doctor can describe exactly what it is that drives sportsmen into remote places and often in the harshest of weather conditions in their pursuits. What would be described as ridiculous and sheer torture to some is seen as paradise to those affected by this phenomenon. Although it has not been described by scientific experts, it’s commonly referred to as the “call of the wild.” If you are a hunter or fisherman you know what I mean. If you’re not I understand that you don’t understand and there’s nothing I can do to explain it with any amount of justice.
Hunters “suffering” from the call of the wild often, while in pursuit of a variety of critters, use calls in an attempt to bring game within shooting range. Some of the most common calls used are by those hunting waterfowl, deer, elk and turkeys. It’s takes lots of practice to become really proficient at calling in game. For calling to be effective, it must sound like the critter you’re calling. One of our very own Heart of a Sportsman fellas, Joe Finney, has become quite good on many of these game calls, especially the goose call. Joe has taken this “call of the wild” to a whole new level. If it can be called to, Joe will call it (and he will kill it too, before I forget it!). He recently joined the pro-staff of Lodge Creek Calls and is headed to the NC coast for the 2009 Southern Classic duck, goose and swan calling championships on February 7. Good luck, Joe!!!
God has used His creation that we love so much to call to us. It’s another “call of the wild” if you will. His creation declares His glory, His power and majesty. It’s hard to not believe in God if you experience the outdoors the way sportsmen do. That very God who created the universe wants a personal relationship with you through His son Jesus Christ. He’s calling – why not answer?
“For whoever calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
Romans 10:13
Hunters “suffering” from the call of the wild often, while in pursuit of a variety of critters, use calls in an attempt to bring game within shooting range. Some of the most common calls used are by those hunting waterfowl, deer, elk and turkeys. It’s takes lots of practice to become really proficient at calling in game. For calling to be effective, it must sound like the critter you’re calling. One of our very own Heart of a Sportsman fellas, Joe Finney, has become quite good on many of these game calls, especially the goose call. Joe has taken this “call of the wild” to a whole new level. If it can be called to, Joe will call it (and he will kill it too, before I forget it!). He recently joined the pro-staff of Lodge Creek Calls and is headed to the NC coast for the 2009 Southern Classic duck, goose and swan calling championships on February 7. Good luck, Joe!!!
God has used His creation that we love so much to call to us. It’s another “call of the wild” if you will. His creation declares His glory, His power and majesty. It’s hard to not believe in God if you experience the outdoors the way sportsmen do. That very God who created the universe wants a personal relationship with you through His son Jesus Christ. He’s calling – why not answer?
“For whoever calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
Romans 10:13
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