YOU DON’T SAY?  We check out some of our favorite field sayings in today’s Outdoors Roundup and note the importance of having a backup, a blade and a second thought when it comes to shooting as we enjoy yet another warm day headed into a nice weekend.

Featured Photo:  Blade 2.  Having a spare knife, fire starter, or other important tool is a good idea when out hunting or fishing. Simonson Photo

WEATHER (Bismarck Forecast):
Today:  Thu 1/30 – Cloudy – Hi 30, Lo 20, Wind S@6
Tomorrow Fri 1/31 – Last Day! – Hi 33, Lo 22, Wind W@13, G24

SOLUNAR (Bismarck Times):

Sunrise        Sunset
8:10AM        5:42PM

Moonrise         Moonset        Overhead     Underfoot
11:03AM         11:41PM         5:17PM            4:57AM
Moon Phase:  Waxing Crescent (19% Full)

EDGE HOUR:   5:00-6:00PM.  Sunset and moon overhead connect in our Edge Hour making tonight a great time to be on the ice, and maybe start your weekend early!

DAY RATING:

OUTDOORS ROUNDUP:

IF YOU HAVE ONE, YOU HAVE NONE.  When it comes to fire starting sources, blades or other simple but important tools, pack a spare.  When that butane lighter gives out, a set of strike anywhere matches are good to have stashed away. The adage works on everything from survival gear to shotguns.

MAN WITHOUT A KNIFE, MAN WITHOUT A LIFE.  In the field, whether hunting or fishing, having a knife on hand makes quick work of cutting projects.  Make sure the blade is sharp and ready to go and secured in a sheath on your hip or in a storage box so you’ve got it when you need it whether the need is dire or just to cut some line.

THINK TWICE, SHOOT ONCE.  A derivation of the old carpenter’s motto, knowing your target and what lies in front of, around and beyond it requires thought – and a second thought – to make sure all is safe.  A bullet can’t be brought back, so take a second look before clicking that safety off and pulling the trigger.