Why I Started a Hunting Blog and Why You Should Too

By Adam Parr –

With 2018 well behind us in the rearview mirror, I’ve been reflecting on where all of this blog stuff began almost four years ago. I launched Transition Wild when I moved from Michigan to Colorado in 2015 and it’s been a fun ride to say the least. I’ve always had a passion for writing and the outdoors so when I finally settled into the mountains as my new home, I envisioned a platform to document, connect, and share experiences throughout my journey of western hunting.

In 2017 I launched a podcast on the Sportsmen’s Nation Podcast Network which brought a whole new dynamic to my existing written and video content. What started out as something more along the lines of a journal, has now evolved into a place where I can connect with fellow dedicated sportsmen, promote brands that I love, and educate people on a variety of different subject matter through audio, written posts, and video. Here are the core reasons for starting my blog, why I’m still continuing this journey almost four years later, and why you should start your own too.

Document Memories and Photos

The original purpose and the main driver of why Transition Wild came to be is because I wanted to document all of my hunting and outdoor adventures in one location. The thought was to be able to look back on everything years later and reminisce the moments that meant the most to me in the outdoors.

What makes a blog so great is that everything is digital, organized, and searchable so that I can go back to anything I’ve put together and easily reference it again. Within each article I also enjoy looking at the photos to help tell the story and reflect on how I was feeling that day. Lastly, I wanted a platform where I could show the evolution and transition from a cornfield whitetail guy to a western big game hunter.

Connect With Hunters and Brands

Probably the coolest thing about building a hunting website are the relationships I’ve curated because of it. I’ve been able to connect with some pretty amazing people through my blog and podcast who share the same passions as me. Probably the coolest guy I’ve met is Dan Johnson of the Nine Finger Chronicles. He’s one funny ass dude who I now consider a close friend.

Starting a hunting blog has also given me the opportunity to develop relationships with brands within the industry whos products I use and believe in. Another fun endeavor has been working on guest posts for other blogs and podcasts such as Whitetail DNA and Truth From The Stand.

Help Beginners and Grow Our Heritage

There’s nothing that gives me more satisfaction than receiving emails and messages from people saying that the content I’ve put together has helped or inspired them in some way, shape or form. I remember how I felt during the beginning stages of hunting and being overwhelmed with all sorts of things such as gear selection, scouting, calling, and tag applications, so I’m happy to help anyone that I can.

I don’t ever want to classify myself as an influencer but I do take pride in knowing that when I share my experiences and pass along information, I’m helping to preserve a way of life. I think it’s important to showcase hunting in a positive light for what it really is and to help educate the next generation of sportsmen so that they can carry on the tradition.

Have Fun and Explore New Opportunities

If I didn’t truly enjoy what I’m doing, I’m not so sure that Transition Wild would still be around today because quite frankly, it has been a lot of work with little pay. However, it’s all been worthwhile because I have so much fun creating content and sharing my experiences that it doesn’t feel like work at all. I’ve also been able to explore new opportunities and work alongside companies to help market products and build brand awareness, which has been exciting and challenging.

Starting a blog has also lead me to develop skills such as website development, writing techniques and digital marketing that will help me in my professional career and future endeavors down the road.

Words Of Advice

If you’re considering starting a hunting blog of your own, I encourage you to go for it but only for the right reasons. If you’re considering a blog as a way to make money or to get free products, for the love of god just please don’t. The world has enough showboaters and “insta-celebs” in it already and we don’t need any more of that. What we need are more people to showcase hunting as conservation, wildlife, giving back, and the great outdoors which will encourage others to get involved and grow our heritage.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me at all and I’m more than happy to help if you are considering starting a website, blog, or podcast of your own.