Brian M. Belko

Freelance writer with a passion for the outdoors.

Brunswick, OH

Brian Belko is a freelance writer and blogger. His primary areas of focus include sports, the outdoors, technology and human interest, but he is proficient and comfortable covering a wide range of topics. Brian joined Wide Open Spaces as a contributor in November of 2013. He writes articles on the latest news in the hunting and fishing world as well as creating original content of interest to any outdoor enthusiast.

Brian M. Belko

Freelance writer with a passion for the outdoors.

Brunswick, OH

Shotgun Review: Mossberg 535 Turkey Thug 12-GA Pump Action
Hear what contributor Brian Belko had to say in his shotgun review of the Mossberg 535 Turkey Thug. The Mossberg name is usually associated with well-built, functional, and reliable shotguns, and that association holds true with the Turkey Thug line of pump-action shotguns. Designed specifically with the turkey hunter in mind, this impressive line of shotguns provide the user with a light-weight, high-performance gun that is sure to become a spring woods favorite for years to come.
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5 Ways to Prepare for Spring Fishing
Here are 5 ways to prepare for spring fishing and hook more catches across the entire season. Although winter has only just officially begun, it is never too early to start thinking about preparing for the spring thaw and the fishing opportunities that it provides. The last thing you want to be is unprepared in the event of an unexpected thaw or other unforeseen opportunity to hit the water.
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Southwest Hunter’s Christmas List
It can sometimes be hard to come up with gift ideas for everyone you buy for, but if you’ve got a hunter in the family who lives in Texas, Arizona, or another Southwestern state, here is a list to help. Whether you are a hunter searching for gift ideas to add to your own list, or you are buying for a hunter and have no idea what to get, look no further.
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The Oregon Hunter’s Christmas List
Not sure what’s on an Oregon hunter’s Christmas list? These are likely to be included, and if not, will make great surprise gifts. As Christmas draws ever closer, it is time to start knocking a few things off your list. Whether you are the one asking or the one buying, look no further for a list of great gift ideas.
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The Florida Hunter’s Christmas List
Here’s a gift guide for the Florida hunter’s Christmas list, perfect for helping you find the ideal present for the outdoorsman. It’s about time for family gatherings, time-honored traditions, home-cooked meals and exchanging gifts. That’s right boys and girls, the holiday season is here. Balancing family obligations with days of hunting isn’t always easy, but is always worth it.
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Ohio Deer and Bird Hunting Gift Guide
Whether you are a hunter who can’t decide what to ask for from Santa or you are shopping for a hunter and have no idea what to buy, look no further. Below you will find a list of items that would make any outdoorsman happy and help them to enjoy their passion even more than they already do. So keep reading and make this the Christmas a memorable one.
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Sunday Hunting Ban in Virginia Challenged by Safari Club International
A lawsuit against the Sunday hunting ban in Virginia has been filed by Safari Club International (SCI), with the argument that the ban is unconstitutional on both a state and national level. According to SCI President Craig Kauffman, Sunday hunting bans should be a thing of the past and have no basis in science or conservation.
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Anglerfish Final Meal Revealed Through CT Scan After 13 Year Wait
Anglers are not the only ones who are targeting big fish; hairy anglerfish are also getting in on the action. A CT scan recently performed on a British museum anglerfish specimen revealed the culprit behind the specimen’s large, bulging stomach. The hairy anglerfish in question had been added to the Museum collection 13 years ago after being captured on a research cruise in the East Atlantic near the Cape Verde Islands in 1999.
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THE COURT: Tyson Provides Beastly Effort and Knicks Beat Bobcats at the Buzzer
He did that on Wednesday with a huge first quarter, helping New York fight back against a scrappy Charlotte Bobcats bunch and his early contributions kept the Knicks in the game. That would be big later, when the Knicks mounted a rally to come back from a double-digit deficit to win the game 100-98 on a J.R.
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About

Brian M. Belko

Brian joined Wide Open Spaces as a contributor in November of 2013. He writes articles on the latest news in the Ohio hunting and fishing world as well as creating original content of interest to any outdoor enthusiast. He also currently writes for Roadtrippers as their voice of camping as well as being a member of the Military Hunting and Fishing Pro Staff.

His professional experience includes working as a featured columnist at Bleacher Report and as a contributing editor for Bonfire Impact. Brian has also completed writing internships with both Bleacher Report and Athlete Interactive.

His work has been featured on the websites of professional athletes, including NBA players, as well as in College News Magazine.

Brian has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. During his time as a student, his area of focus was in Writing for the Media. This area of concentration gave Brian a solid grasp of the online media industry as a whole as well as the ability to effectively cover and write for any medium.