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David Maccar

David Maccar has been working in the outdoor industry for 15 years, beginning his career as the content editor for the Field & Stream website after working for several years in newspapers. He has also served as an editor at SHOT Business magazine, a special projects editor for F&S and Outdoor Life magazines. Most recently he was the editorial director and managing editor of the Free Range American brand at Black Rifle Coffee Company. He lives with his adored wife and faithful cattle dog and he has a passion for the outdoors that he's carried with him his entire life.

Articles by David Maccar

Monster Brown Trout Breaks Shaver Lake Record

Monster Brown Trout Breaks Shaver Lake Record

David Maccar May 22, 2025
Angler Ryon Mora Dies During BAM Kayak Event on Lake Almanor

Angler Ryon Mora Dies During BAM Kayak Event on Lake Almanor

David Maccar May 18, 2025
The Flint River Officially Has a New Record Striper

The Flint River Officially Has a New Record Striper

David Maccar May 16, 2025
Walleye Are Thriving in Idaho, and It’s an Ongoing Problem

Walleye Are Thriving in Idaho, and It’s an Ongoing Problem

David Maccar May 9, 2025
3 Fishermen Rescued by Angler From Capsized Boat off Cape Cod

3 Fishermen Rescued by Angler From Capsized Boat off Cape Cod

David Maccar May 7, 2025
2 West Virginia Fishing Records Broken in One Day

2 West Virginia Fishing Records Broken in One Day

David Maccar May 2, 2025
Officials Confirm New Minnesota Record Lake Trout!

Officials Confirm New Minnesota Record Lake Trout!

David Maccar May 1, 2025
New WI Record Yellow Bass Caught on Lake Mendota!

New WI Record Yellow Bass Caught on Lake Mendota!

David Maccar Apr 28, 2025
Fatality Uptick Inspires New Task Force on Boating Safety

Fatality Uptick Inspires New Task Force on Boating Safety

David Maccar Apr 24, 2025
Fatal MLF Boat Crash Survivors Hire Lawyer, Plan Lawsuit

Fatal MLF Boat Crash Survivors Hire Lawyer, Plan Lawsuit

David Maccar Apr 21, 2025
3 Killed in Boat Crash During MLF Event on Smith Lake: New Details

3 Killed in Boat Crash During MLF Event on Smith Lake: New Details

David Maccar Apr 18, 2025
Bass Angler Faces Charges in Boat Crash During NPFL Event

Bass Angler Faces Charges in Boat Crash During NPFL Event

David Maccar Apr 18, 2025
West Virginia Angler Sets State Record with 12.55-lbs Tiger Trout

West Virginia Angler Sets State Record with 12.55-lbs Tiger Trout

David Maccar Apr 15, 2025
2025 Pro Bass Fishing Tournament Schedule and Results

2025 Pro Bass Fishing Tournament Schedule and Results

David Maccar Apr 14, 2025
Snakeheads in Missouri: Anglers Told to Kill Them, Record Catches

Snakeheads in Missouri: Anglers Told to Kill Them, Record Catches

David Maccar Apr 9, 2025
Scott Martin Withdraws From Bassmaster Elite Series Amid DQ Worries

Scott Martin Withdraws From Bassmaster Elite Series Amid DQ Worries

David Maccar Apr 5, 2025
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