Outdoor legend and outdoor Pioneer Claude Hamilton Gresham Jr. better known as Grits has passed away at the age of 85. Most of us who have a love for the outdoors and the outdoor sports have probably read something Grits wrote, or watched one of his many outdoor programs. Grits resume reads like a Who’s Who of the outdoor industry; Gun’s and Ammo, Sports Afield, Peterson’s Hunting, The American Sportsman, Sports Afield Television, Bass Masters, Field & Stream, Outdoor Life, Guns, Gun World, The American Rifleman, Southern Outdoors, Western Outdoors, Sports Illustrated, and of course he wrote a number of books.
Unlike in today’s world where we have networks dedicated to the outdoor lifestyle, blogs and countless internet options for getting information and knowledge there was a time when there was very few outdoor TV shows available. Grits and a few other television pioneers provided much inspiration to those of us growing up wanting to gain more knowledge about the outdoor world. He’ll certainly be missed but not soon forgotten thanks Grits for all you did for the sport.
Now if your still scratching your head wondering who this guy is check out this video from You Tube I’m sure if you’re old enough to remember the 70’s that you’ll recognize this old gem.
