Description
Outdoor Life Magazine – May 1948 (Cover Painting by H. Hoecker) – No Label – GD Interior
Add a touch of postwar Americana to your collection with this May 1948 issue of Outdoor Life Magazine. Showcasing a lively cover painting by H. Hoecker, this issue features an engaging mix of outdoor adventure, conservation commentary, and hands-on field advice.
Condition
This magazine is in acceptable condition, with good interior pages. It shows water damage, marks, creases on the cover, and possible rips or handling wear. The exact copy pictured is the one you will receive. Please inspect all images carefully for details. Every order ships in a plastic protective sleeve, and we gladly offer combined shipping upon request.
Contents
Highlights from this issue include:
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Take Out Sport Insurance – George X. Sand (p.19): Why anglers and hunters should safeguard their gear and themselves.
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A Double Dead Heat – Harry H. Edel (p.22): Rival fly fishers meet an unexpected outcome on a New York trout stream.
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We Must Not Let Alaska’s Game Die Out! – Ben East (p.24): A call to protect Alaska’s wildlife through federal support.
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Playtime in the Wilderness – John K. Terres (p.26): Tips on enjoying and observing wild animals’ playful antics.
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Swimming-hole Trout – Bert Popowski (p.28): Crafty trout in South Dakota streams challenge even seasoned anglers.
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Red’s Twist – Charles Elliott (p.30): A Georgia turkey hunt takes an unpredictable turn.
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Jeep Posse Fights Fire and Flood – Courtney Cottam (p.32): Volunteers save farmlands from natural disasters in Utah.
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Gamble in Grizzlies – Robert L. Kellogg (p.34): A wounded silvertip bear poses grave danger in British Columbia.
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Back Bay for Widemouths – Bill Riggs (p.36): Virginia bass fishing at its most intense.
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The Battle With the Wolves – Fred R. Zepp (p.38): The frontier’s enduring conflict with gray wolves.
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Turkeys of the Tall Peaks – Percy Brown (p.42): High-country gobblers prove a rewarding challenge in Arizona.
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Solved: One Striped-bass Mystery – George Heinold (p.44): Navy testing explains Rhode Island anglers’ elusive fish.
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Last of the Mountain Men – Frank C. Hibben (p.46): Eight pages of suspense as the author tracks a New Mexico lion with legendary hunter Ben Lilly.
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“I Give My Pledge——” (p.54): Conservation Pledge advocacy for preserving natural resources.
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Trout Trial—by Air (p.56): Oregon’s innovative fish restocking program using planes and pack trains.
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This Happened to Me! – Mrs. Emma Pew (p.60): An encounter with a roaming lion.
Departments:
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Fishing Seasons for 1948 (p.65)
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Angling – Ray Bergman, Editor (p.66): Spring tactics for lake trout.
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Game Gimmicks – Gus Mager (p.90): Clever tools for sportsmen.
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Arms and Ammunition – Jack O’Connor, Editor (p.100): Mastering trigger control.
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Camping and Woodcraft – Maurice H. Decker, Editor (p.122): Notes on matches in campcraft.
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Boating – J. A. Emmett, Editor (p.138): Guidance for would-be cruiser builders.
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Dogs – C. Blackburn Miller, Editor (p.146): Patience in training pups.
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The Health of Your Dog – Dr. James R. Kinney (p.149).
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Where to Go (p.152).
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Editorial Page (p.168).
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What’s on Your Mind? (p.4).
Summary
With its balance of gripping narratives, conservation insights, and how-to articles, this issue offers an authentic view of the outdoor lifestyle of its time. The H. Hoecker cover art and vintage content make it a great pick for collectors of Outdoor Life and mid-century sporting magazines.