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OUR ORIGINS

153 YEARS IN THE OUTDOORS

It all started in 1871, when an outerwear manufacturer—Gordon & Ferguson Merchandizing Company—opened shop in St. Paul, Minnesota, and would go on to sell clothing under the "Field & Stream" brand. Almost 25 years later, in 1895, two hunting buddies got the idea for magazine and soon published the first issue of Northwestern Field & Stream: A Journal of the Rifle, Gun, Rod and Camera. Two years, later the title was shorted simply to Field & Stream. The most recent chapter to the F&S story came in 2023, when, for the first time in the brand’s history, the media rights and licensing rights were all under one roof. While the magazine is still the heart and soul of the company, there are plenty of exciting things going on at F&S, including a line of fan merchandise, an upcoming country music festival, and a chain of hotels designed for hunters and anglers.

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angelicatalan
07/17/24
That was cool, somebody pinch me 🐟 🌊❤️ Reeled in my first smallmouth bass in Cleveland, Ohio! 🌊🎣 Thanks to my amazing friends Jess & Emma for their endless support, fun stories & laughter. Being out in the great outdoors with you both was pure soul therapy! 🌞❤️ And our delicious lunch at centspizza will forever be one of my fave core memories from this summer! 🍕 jessicasuvak winger3 ohiowomenonthefly angelicainthecity #FishingAdventure #GreatOutdoors #FirstCatch #clevelandthingstodo #clevelandfishing #ohiofishing #ohio #angelicaflyfishing #angelicaflyfishing #bassfishing #womenfishing #womensflyfishing #ohiowomenonthefly #ohiocheck #thisiscle #thisiscleveland
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_mitchmcpherson
07/16/24
I GOT A NEW JOB👇🏼 - In about 10 days, I’ll be starting my new gig as a hunting guide in Alaska! It’s the beginning of a rigorous process to being a licensed guide that will take me 3-5 years to achieve. I’ll be starting at the bottom of the ranks as a wrangler and packer. It’s gonna be one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, but I am honestly just blessed with the opportunity because they are very hard to come by. - As many of you know, I have been looking to expand upon my adventures in the wild and grow closer to the earth over the past year by entering the hunting scene. For me, it’s always about leveling up each year. I ask myself “what are you going to do this year that you didn’t do last year?” It’s all about pushing the needle forward to make sure when I’m old and gray that I can look back on my life with pride. Pushing my body and mind as much as possible. A few months ago I was racking my brain for what that looked like for me this year, and all of a sudden it clicked! Guiding hunts is going the be the best of both worlds for me as someone who loves to capture wildlife with my camera and also be a part of harvesting animals. It’s kind of a cheat code to getting paid to do what I love, because as we all know photography doesn’t pay very well these days. Wildlife photographers are a dime a dozen. There are thousands of amazing ones out there. This is how I am going separate from the pack and bring something new to the table. I’ll have the unique over the shoulder perspective of countless big game hunts over the years and you guys are gonna get a front row seat! - Our outfit does everything does everything on horseback, which is gonna be pretty wild for me considering I’ve been on a horse 4 times in my life. I also have never butchered a large animal in the field, so to say I’m nervous is an understatement. I’ve got so much to learn, and am going to be well outside my comfort zone for the foreseeable future. That’s the only way to grow though! I couldn’t be more stoked to take on this new challenging adventure, and I’m excited to take you all along for the ride! - Wish me luck🍻 . . . #fieldandstreampartner #alaska #hunting #fyp #moose #bear
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andrewgreenefishing
07/01/24
Catfish Billy #GitBit 📸: kevinpohle
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kelsiejo94
06/28/24
Brett & I had a little “date” mornin on the water catchin crappie! We don’t get alone time very often so we make sure to spend it wisely 🤣 it’s been a hot minute since we have been kid free together & kinda feels illegal but sure was fun getting some “us” time!
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steviemills1
06/22/24
Dirty Myrtle had its hands full with this crew 🧂 #TheLegandLives
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fieldandstream
06/20/24
As any Father knows, the "firsts" are some of the most memorable times spent with your children—memories that will stay with you for life. Tap the link in our bio if you have a hunting or fishing story with dad and want to get him featured in the next edition of Field & Stream 🤝 🎥: @wadeshoemaker #LegendsInTheMaking #YourStoryOurPages
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fieldandstream
06/20/24
As any Father knows, the "firsts" are some of the most memorable times spent with your children—memories that will stay with you for life. Tap the link in our bio if you have a hunting or fishing story with dad and want to get him featured in the next edition of Field & Stream 🤝 🎥: @wadeshoemaker #LegendsInTheMaking #YourStoryOurPages
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kelsiejo94
06/17/24
evening out with my pals
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gabriella_hoffman
06/07/24
Outdoor magazines are making a comeback? I’m here for the new fieldandstream era. 😎 #1871club #fieldandstream #outdoorliving #whatgetsyououtdoors #thelegendlives #legacy
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samsoholt
06/05/24
fieldandstream Magazine. Officially back in print. Pretty awesome to see such an iconic brand revived in a world where so much keeps going digital. Now I just need to get after some fresh adventures so I can write an article worthy of gracing the pages of an issue before too long. #fieldandstream
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fieldandstream
06/04/24
Gear up for Father's Day with our Icons Collection! Whether it's for Dad or yourself, snag a Field & Stream shirt, hat, or other cool merch. 1871 Club members, don't forget to use your $15 Merch Reward today! Keep checking back for new & exclusive members-only gear—surprises await 🤝 #TheLegendLives #FathersDay #1871Club
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fieldandstream
05/09/24
@maggiejo_outdoors reeling in a 1st place smallmouth in what she claims “her new lucky hat” 🤝 Visit our website to grab your very own lucky hat. #TheLegendLives #BassFishing #IconsCollection
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fieldandstream
04/16/24
Introducing your Field & Stream Music Fest headliners Eric Church, Lainey Wilson and co-headliners Lynyrd Skynyrd and Riley Green! Tell us your fav songs, tag your friends, and head over to the link in our bio to grab your tickets before they’re gone 🎶 #FSMusicFest #EricChurch #LaineyWilson #LynyrdSkynyrd #RileyGreen
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fieldandstream
04/12/24
A Memory of a Lifetime — made in the hard pines of Georgia. “What seemed like a normal day, quickly turned into a hunt we will remember for the rest of our days. Cody and I pulled up to the property way before day break, patiently waiting for a gobble. A group of crows eventually stirred a response in the distance, and we crept their way. We made it to a patch of tall grass just in time. They flew down at 40 yards, and Cody took the shot. As we walk over to get him, we discovered he had two leg bands. One band offered a $100 reward, while the other revealed the bird’s origin 11 miles away. Reporting the kill to the Department of Natural Resources, we were amazed by his journey. This hunt reminded us to cherish the surprises nature brings and appreciate each hunt just as we did this one.” — @shotcallbrand #LegendsInTheMaking #TurkeyHunting #Conservation
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fieldandstream
04/01/24
Talk about a classic — a Membership dedicated to the outdoor culture of sporting traditions, timeless storytelling, and the conservation of our lands. We can’t wait to hear what you think of the new 160+ page Spring Edition of Field & Stream dropping this May, and hope you are just as excited as we are. To get yours, join the 1871 Club today via the link in our bio 🤝 #LegendsInTheMaking
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