The Gazette
A Gun Dog Yoga Publication
Guns, a dog bed, and a yoga mat.
The idea to create a publication, whether that be print or digital, was born in a small, dark room in my basement. Lit by a warm desk lamp and lined with coat racks of camo and shelves of ammunition, “the gun room” in my house is a space that was initially dedicated to the simple task of storing my hunting gear and firearms but it eventually grew into a personal sanctuary; complete with dog bed and yoga mat.
The Gazette is a personal journal; a place where I can compose my thoughts and ideas, save them, and share them for the purpose of both catharsis and my desire to contribute what knowledge and experiences I have accumulated and continue to accumulate. The theme to The Gazette is rather eponymous - guns, dogs, and yoga will frequently live at the center of each piece of writing. However, reader be warned, topics may span further so take a look for yourself. There just might be something that trips your trigger.
My One-Eyed Bird Dog: A $7,500 Lesson in Field Injuries and Rex Specs
To this day, I am reminded of our decision each morning when Aldo climbs out of his kennel. I pull him into my arms, scratch behind his ears, and look deep into his one, soulful eye. What started as a routine Christmas Eve rabbit hunt evolved into a multi-year battle to save my dog's sight—and a hard-earned lesson in the reality of field injuries, the cost of specialized care, and the equipment that keeps a one-eyed dog in the game.
Other Publications
A collection of works outside of Gun Dog Yoga that I’ve published or been a part of.
Papaw’s Gun: The Real McCoy
Published in December 2020 with Sage & Braker, this is a short essay about the sentimental and historical value of a humble family heirloom: my grandfather’s Sears & Roebuck Ranger 101.3 20-gauge bolt-action shotgun. It was published again with Shotgun Life Magazine in March 2021.
Lucky Draw Puts Hunter in Sublime Spot
Published in the March/April 2025 print magazine, Outdoor Oklahoma, this brief article and series of photos shares the climax of an elk hunt in the Wichita Mountains.
Gear Review: Orvis Pro LT Hunting Vest
Published in February 2021 with Project Upland, this is a gear review of Orvis’s Pro LT hunting vest.
Traveling AccuFit: Rifle Fitting in Mullen, NE [Video]
I had a great opportunity to work with Savage Arms in the fall of 2020. To highlight the versatility of the AccuFit system, we took a Savage 110 rifle, chambered in .280 Ackley Improved, and travelled the country helping different shooters find their “fit” and then pursuing a variety of game. I’m featured in this particular video of the series and I help a new shooter get fitted for the rifle and find success down range.
Using a Bore Snake to Clean Your Shotgun Barrel
Published in October 2020 with Project Upland, this is a brief tutorial on how to use a bore snake to clean your shotgun barrel.
College is Pointless, and my Dog is Wagging Proof
Originally published online with Alpine Hobos, this later appeared in print for the Spring 2020 edition of Retriever Journal magazine. Here, I offer a lighthearted critique of traditional education and societal expectations through a story about my first dog, Harper, a Labrador Retriever.
This is How I Hunt - No. 29, Ian Burrow
Part of a larger “How I Hunt” series on the Soul Seekers blog, I respond to a set of questions and share some background on my journey as a "first-generation" hunter who didn't grow up in a hunting family.
Kansas Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Ep. 91 - Kansas Antelope Hunting [Podcast]
As a founding member of the Kansas chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, I was invited to join an episode of their podcast where I shared my experiences pronghorn hunting in western Kansas.
Ian Burrow: The Man, The Myth, The Legend [Podcast]
I sat down with the host of the Hunt Fish Eat Podcast to share my identity as a "suburban hunter" and my mission to make the outdoors more accessible.
The Public Pursuit Kitchen
Eating wild game is a daily occurrence in my household. In fact, just about all of the protein in my house comes from a wild animal. Here is a series of recipes I shared on the Alpine Hobos website.