Primitive Pursuit: Stories Afield of Muzzleloader Hunting

Open the pages of "Primitive Pursuit" and a billowing cloud of burning powder swirls you through the Adirondack peaks and wisps you to northern and western adventure. Accompany Peter Schoonmaker as the black powder heritage of centuries past saturates his modern-day hunts. Not only will you taste the challenge of the muzzleloader, but you'll experience Peter's passion and deep understanding of the hunt. "Primitive Pursuit" is one of those rare books that rises well above "entertainment". It is an experience--a weaving of the history and lore of yesterday into muzzleloader hunting today. Experience the lure of muzzleloader hunting. Order your copy now!

Primitive Pursuit contains 166 illustrated pages and 22 chapters: Foreword by Sam Fadala / The Right Attitude / Evolution of a Deer Hunter / Short Seasons and Single Shots / An Experience in Heritage / Caribou Adventures / Powder River Basin Pronghorns / There Comes a Time / The New Boomer's Baptism / The Eyes of the Beholder / Muzzleloader Mule Deer Challenge / Thunder Boomer Bull / Bear in Mind / The Sound of the Hounds / Small Game Tactics for Big Game Success / Grouse, Pheasants, Woodcock & Old Hemlock / Big Game Sets / The Weight of Success / La Garita Siesta / Pennsylvania Flintlock Fun / Dream Elk / On Your Person/ln the Field / Right Places/Right Times

Pete Schoonmaker is an avid outdoorsman who has a special love for muzzleloader hunting. Schoonmaker began writing muzzleloader hunting articles in 1981. His in-the-field articles emphasize the enjoyment and increased appreciation of the hunt. He is field editor for the Whitetails Unlimited, Inc., publication, "The Deer Trail" and a feature muzzleloading writer for "The Trapper & Predator Caller". Pete resides with his wife Christine in Gloversville, New York, in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains.