Vol. 13 Num. 1

December-January 2025 Edition  Some issues seem to gather themselves around a particular theme. It is certainly easier if the theme is identified beforehand, which we have done successfully in the past. Sometimes, though, it’s a pleasure to collect some really interesting stories and let them coalesce into a natural reading experience, working after the fact to identify a pattern or theme. This issue falls into that category, and a theme that emerges for us is simple: These stories explore the essentials of the sporting lifestyle. In this issue of Covey Rise, we begin by acknowledging that a place is important, and Otter Creek is an amazing place. Tucked into an unassuming corner of Alabama, this is a destination that captures the imagination, fuels the passions for the outdoors, and fosters a unique but timely fellowship within and among groups who visit. To enjoy the upland pursuit often requires a shotgun, and Sage & Braker makes the care and maintenance of those essentials easy