Description
Outdoor Life Magazine – April 1948 (Cover Painting by Bob Kuhn) – No Label
Step into the postwar sporting era with this April 1948 issue of Outdoor Life Magazine, featuring a vibrant cover painting by renowned wildlife artist Bob Kuhn. This edition delivers a rich mix of hunting adventures, fishing tips, conservation news, and practical advice, reflecting the magazine’s long-standing role as an authority on outdoor recreation.
Condition
This copy is in good condition. The exact magazine pictured in the listing photos is the one you will receive. Please review all images carefully to evaluate its preservation. All items include a plastic protective covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents
Packed with informative features and engaging stories, this issue includes:
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Give Up Hunting? – A selection of letters responding to Renwick C. Kennedy’s February article (p.19).
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Jackpot on White-tails – Arvon Champion (p.22): A Michigan buck challenges a skeptic’s luck.
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Don’t Sell Old Whiskers Short – Joe Stanton (p.24): Why catfish offer unbeatable sport.
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Un-Guessing a Grizzly – Clyde Ormond (p.26): A tense British Columbia bear hunt.
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The Old Man Led Us – Henry E. Bradshaw (p.28): A secluded Iowa fishing pool revealed.
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Jacks in June – Howard Brisco (p.30): Oversized hares in Oklahoma fields.
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If You Know How to Fish – Elon Jessup (p.32): Two Massachusetts anglers tackle a crowded stream.
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Pony Express—on the Wing – Ben East (p.34): Pass-shooting and sunsets over South Dakota blinds.
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Ghosts That Kill Game – Frank Dufresne (p.36): Wolves threaten Alaska’s wildlife.
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New York City—Hunter’s Paradise – Fred R. Zepp (p.38): A look at Manhattan’s hunting past.
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Those Last Precious Hours – George Heinold (p.42): A Connecticut pointer solves the mystery of missing woodcock.
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Make Your Own “Cheesebox” Camp Light – Walter E. Burton (p.44): A practical Sportsman’s Work Bench project.
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Spreading the Message of the Conservation Pledge (p.46): A nationwide call to preserve natural wealth.
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Miracle Month in Alaska – Philip A. Hemm (p.47): An eight-page big-game hunting chronicle.
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Lady Lands a Record Sailfish (p.55): A thrilling conquest off Florida.
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This Happened to Me! – Jim Underwood (p.60): Lessons learned on old trails.
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Fishing Seasons for 1948 (p.63): A convenient guide for anglers.
Departments:
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Angling – Ray Bergman, Editor (p.64): Choosing the right size dry fly.
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Arms and Ammunition – Jack O’Connor, Editor (p.98): Notes on Remington’s new Model 721.
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Game Gimmicks – Gus Mager (p.120): Clever tools for sportsmen.
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Camping and Woodcraft – Maurice H. Decker, Editor (p.138): Modern cooking for the outdoors.
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Boating – J. A. Emmett, Editor (p.148): Fifteen “hunters’ specials.”
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Dogs – C. Blackburn Miller, Editor (p.156): The versatile beagle.
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The Health of Your Dog – Dr. James R. Kinney (p.161).
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Where to Go (p.164).
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Editorial Page (p.178).
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What’s on Your Mind? (p.4).
Summary
A beautifully preserved example of mid-century outdoor publishing, this issue offers an inviting mix of adventure writing, conservation insight, and hands-on advice for hunters, anglers, and nature enthusiasts. The Bob Kuhn cover art adds collectible appeal, making this magazine an excellent addition to any library of vintage sporting literature.