Crossbows And Accessories
.308 Ammo: 8 Top Choices For Hunting This Fall
The .308 Winchester is one of the most popular short action rifle cartridges in active use today. It is essentially the same as the 7.62x51mm NATO cartridge developed for military purposes back in the 1950s. It can still be found being carried in the ammo cans of soldiers worldwide to this day. However, the .308 […]
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Less Obvious Camera Bag Essentials
From the day I decided to get into photography, I’ve been like a sponge when it comes to absorbing new…
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What is the USFWS Waterfowl Population Survey?
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) annually releases their waterfowl population survey in an attempt to prepare a species-by-species report on the estimated numbers of waterfowl in North America. Since Covid-19, the FWS hasn’t been able to perform this much-needed task, with the last being done in 2019–but after a two-year hiatus, they’re back. […]
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Why We Are in a Golden Era of American Hunting
Over the past few years, a new set of unlikely hunters have been heading into the forests in search of game and something more. With their fresh perspective and zest for the sport, new hunters are ushering in what I believe is the next golden era of American hunting. Hunting has traditionally been a sport […]
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5 Classic Deer Rifles That Have Proven Timeless
Your grandfather’s generation used some of the best deer hunting rifles ever made. These five classic deer rifles have a near-perfect blend of form and functionality. The power and reliability of these accurate rifles like the Winchester Model 70 or the German-made Mauser M98 are hard to beat even under today’s standards. They were the […]
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Best Long-Range Muzzleloaders for Hunters Available Today
It’s hard to compare the capabilities of long-range black powder rifles to their centerfire counterparts. Nevertheless, muzzleloaders still have a space in the outdoor world with their massive knockdown power, traditional appeal, and unique hunting seasons. The definition of “long-range” varies from person to person, and long-range hunting is a somewhat controversial and contentious subject. […]
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How to Identify, Harvest, and Cook Chokecherries
It’s a warm morning in late summer and you’re up early to hit your favorite trout spot. Parking in the pull-off, you notice that the bushes lining the short path down to the water are now dripping with dark purple berries. Birds perch on the branches, popping the small, cherry-like fruit off with their beaks. […]
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Hunting for a Hunting Mentor: How to Find One the Right Way
Have you ever wanted to try out hunting but you’re not sure where to start? There are hundreds of how-to articles out there, along with videos and more. If you’re confident enough, you can always do your own research and make it work when you finally out there. It’s certainly not unheard of. In reality, […]
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20 Most Hunter-Friendly States in the U.S.
What makes this country great is that every citizen is born with the right to hunt and fish. The United States, unlike many other countries, depends on its citizens to help maintain its wildlife resources. Through the implementation of the North American Model for Conservation and specific hunting legal requirements, we have created a system […]
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Gear You Need for a Horseback Pack-In Camping Trip
This summer, I picked up a job day riding for a local cattle permit holder. It’s always been a dream of mine to ride horses in the backcountry, so accepting the gig helped me achieve some of my personal goals. However, I knew basically nothing about horses. I had lessons for three years as a […]
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6 Things My Mother Could Do That Would Make Any Outdoorsman Jealous
Those beloved outdoorswomen of the world, who can raise a family or a shotgun with equal enthusiasm, continue to show us why they deserve our honor and adoration. They’re altogether strong yet empathetic, have a can-do mentality, and don’t shy away from a challenge, especially when it comes from their kids. I should know, I […]
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Photos Of The Day For September 2022
Did you miss a Photo Of The Day last month? View all of September’s selections in our image gallery below! …
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Florida Fisherman Tangles With Gator, Finally Reels in His Fish
While fishing is a great hobby, it can sometimes be a little frustrating. Those days where you spend all day out on the water and catch nothing can be a bit of a mood dampener. Really, the only thing worse than catching nothing is losing a fish off your line. Reeling in a big one, […]
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$5,000 Worth of Bowhunting Gear Up for Grabs
Everyone knows that good bowhunting gear can get expensive and requires research to know what you want. With our awesome giveaway, you’ll get supplied with the best of the best and be ready for the season. The Full Draw Bowhunter Giveaway is a chance to win $5,000 worth of new gear from all the industry’s […]
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Your Must-Have Whitetail Bowhunting Gear, According to an Expert
We all know the feeling. You climb 20 feet up into your treestand, you hang your bow, situate your pack, get comfortable, and then suddenly, a sense of overwhelming fear comes over you. You forgot something. And that something is vital. Whether it be your bow release, phone, rangefinder, or maybe you put on the […]
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4 New Scent Control Products That Have Created Buzz Among Whitetail Hunters
Scent control is a huge industry within the hunting world, and that means you get new products coming out all the time that promise to be the silver bullet needed to shoot a big buck this year. Obviously, they don’t all deliver on that big of a promise. I did a little leg work and […]
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Get to know the Winchester Deer Season XP Ammo Line
After surveying what deer hunters wanted with their hunting ammo, Winchester started working on a new line of ammunition to design the best possible deer hunting bullet. There’s no shortage of centerfire rifle ammunition that will reliably kill deer. However, the folks at Winchester still recognized that there was room for improvement. They unveiled the […]
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The Ruger American Ranch Rifle is Reliable & Affordable
The Ruger American rifle was an almost instant hit among hunters looking for a high-performing and affordable hunting rifle when the company introduced it in 2012. Unsurprisingly, Ruger has released several other rifle versions designed for particular niches in the hunting and shooting communities. For instance, the Ruger American Predator was designed for varmint and […]
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