August 31, 2026
By Will Deem, Firearms Instructor Duck season is upon us once again. And, like last year, there will be new hunters who have never carried a shotgun afield, and pursued game. They will be eager, excited and possibly inexperienced. This being the case, what can a good hunter do to enhance their enjoyment and still […]
August 24, 2026
By Maria Luescher, Accounts Payable/Office Manager Forget bulky, complicated camp stoves that take up half your packing space. The Eureka! SPRK+ stove has sparked a revolution in portable cooking, proving that great meals can come from a compact, easy-to-use package. If you’re a car camper, van-lifer, or backyard adventurer looking for a hassle-free cooking solution, […]
August 17, 2026
Will Deem, Firearms Instructor, Bill Jackson’s Shop for Adventure I built my first black powder rifle after watching the movie Jeremiah Johnson starring Robert Redford. I instantly fell in love with the “Hawken” style plains rifle and the entire world of black powder shooting. In the movie, Redford’s character carried a “cap and ball” percussion […]
August 10, 2026
By Jeff Lipscomb, Kayak and Paddleboard Manager This is one of my favorite pedal fishing kayaks. It makes owning a pedal fishing kayak a real option for so many more people because of its size and weight. The Native Watercraft Slayer Propel LTE is a 10-foot, lightweight pedal fishing kayak designed for effortless transport and […]
August 3, 2026
By Tiffany Johnson, Dive Shop Manager The spiny lobster season in Florida represents far more than a simple window for marine harvesting; it is a profound cultural phenomenon, an economic powerhouse, and a rigorous test of environmental management. Every year, as midsummer approaches, thousands of recreational divers, commercial trappers, and maritime enthusiasts converge on the […]
July 27, 2026
By Brant Bowers, Camping Department Manager, Bill Jacksons You have been swinging the coil of your MineLab or Garrett metal detector back and forth for a while. Finally, a solid high pitch tone is heard in your headphones. A target has been found, and you now must extract it from the ground. One may think, […]
July 20, 2026
By: Saxon Graham, Fishing For anglers who love chasing largemouth bass, peacock bass, and other freshwater gamefish, having the right lure can make all the difference between a slow day on the water and a trip to remember. At Bill Jackson’s Shop for Adventure, we’re always looking for ways to help anglers maximize their success, […]
July 13, 2026
By Brent Long, Paddleboard Specialist at Bill Jackson’s Shop for Adventure Your stand-up paddleboard (SUP) is only half the story; the other is the paddle. Far from being a simple stick with a blade, a SUP paddle is a highly engineered tool designed to maximize your efficiency and enjoyment on the water. The right paddle […]
July 6, 2026
By: Tiffany Johnson, Dive Shop Manager, Bill Jackson’s Every summer, a unique kind of treasure hunt transforms the shallow, sun-drenched grass flats of Florida’s Gulf Coast into a vibrant playground. It is not quite fishing, and it is more active than a standard day at the beach. Scalloping is the Gulf coast underwater Easter egg […]
June 29, 2026
By Melissa Damel, Bill Jacksons Store Manager Red, White, and Blue Comfort When you look back at your favorite summer memories, certain elements always stand out. You think of fireworks cracking over a glassy lake, the hiss of a cold beverage opening, and the feeling of absolute freedom that comes with an open-ended day outdoors. […]