Crossbows And Accessories
What Makes the Marlin 336 America’s Most Popular Lever-Action
First introduced in 1948, the Marlin 336 is one of the most popular lever-action rifles to ever grace the shelves at American gun stores. The Model 336 earned notoriety for a number of reasons–largely the price, power, accuracy, reliability, and ease of use–but its ability to maintain relevance all these years later is astounding. Indeed, […]
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Jeremy Wade Tangles With a Massive, Angry Halibut in Alaska
There are plenty of weird fish lurking in waters around the world, but the halibut is up there as one of the stranger ones to swim among the depths. They are a flatfish, dark on one side and light on the other, because they spend most of their lives laying in wait on the bottom […]
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Best Upland Bird Hunting Apparel for Women Chosen By a Dedicated Female Hunter
If women’s hunting gear as a whole is lagging behind men’s, then women’s upland gear isn’t even in the same zip code as the options for the other sex. There aren’t a ton of options for ladies who love bird hunting to choose from, but these pieces are some of the best for women upland […]
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23 Stunning Images Of The Night Sky
With the right gear and techniques, you can capture incredible landscape images that incorporate star trails, the moon, the Milky…
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3 Facts Fawns Can Tell Us About Our Deer Herd and the Rut
If you haven’t already seen some freshly dropped fawns this season, odds are you will soon. The young animals are at a key and vulnerable moment in early and mid-summer. In most Northern Zones, most fawns are born in late May or early June. Any later and they may not have enough time to grow […]
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Invasive Chinese Mitten Crabs are Quietly Taking Over in New England
An aggressive, furry-clawed crab is invading New England, and it is causing concern for scientists, fisherman, and conservationists. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is warning the public to be on the lookout for the omnivorous and aggressive Chinese mitten crab, which can wreak havoc on trout and other native fish in […]
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Task-Driven Preparedness Planning, by J.M.
At it’s core, preparedness is a planning activity – we think about what bad things can or may happen and take steps to help ensure our survival if one or more of those events does occur. But what is it that drives that planning? Many of us tend to take a list-driven approach – we identify the types of resources we think we’ll need to survive such as food, water, medical supplies, plans, skills, etc., evaluate relevant factors such as our location, weather, family and finances, then make or find lists of what we think we’ll need to increase our …
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What To Expect On Prime Day 2022 And The Early Deals Happening Now
Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Pets are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. What is Amazon Prime Day? Amazon Prime Day 2022 is happening soon, and you’ll be able to shop the best deals of the summer on July 12th and […]
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Here’s All The Best Prime Day Outdoor Deals in 2022 — And The Early Sales Happening Now
Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. What Is Amazon Prime Day? Amazon Prime Day 2022 is happening soon, and you’ll be able to shop the best deals of the summer on July 12th and […]
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300 PRC: 5 Affordable Hunting Rifles Chambered for the Accurate, Hard-Hitting Round
Some hunters just don’t want to compromise on speed, stopping power, or range. They simply want a big gun that can take down the biggest game North America has to offer. While the 300 PRC (precision rifle cartridge) was designed with military sniper applications in mind, it has quickly become a round of interest for […]
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The 4 Best Headlamps for Camping, Hunting, and Survival
Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Whether you’re out trail running, hiking, camping, or backpacking, a good headlamp with a bright light is an important piece of gear to bring along with you. If you choose […]
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A Fresh Perspective For Earth Day Assignment Winner David Connel
Congratulations to David Connel for winning the recent A Fresh Perspective For Earth Day Assignment with the image, “Mother and…
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Largest Freshwater Fish Ever Caught is This 661-Pound Giant Stingray
A giant stingray was caught in the Mekong River in Cambodia on June 13, and it is being declared the world record for the largest freshwater fish ever. The female, which was caught, measured, weighed, and then safely released, tipped the scales at 661 pounds and just over 13 feet long. 42-year-old fisherman Moul Thun […]
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5 Ways to Tell You Cooked Your Venison Right
There are so many reasons why we love deer hunting that it’s difficult to list them all. Chief among them is the preparation, the chase, and the hard-earned victory of a deer on the ground. Even while we are field dressing a deer, we can already envision the backstraps and the tenderloins on a hot […]
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40+ Pound Flathead Catfish Strikes an Angler’s Crankbait in Nebraska
For anglers who don’t pursue them regularly, flathead catfish often have a reputation as lazy bottom feeders. The truth is anything but that. These fish are aggressive predators who will chase and eat just about anything if they are hungry enough. Most people may prefer to fish for catfish with cut bait or even live […]
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Seeing For Science
Consider applying your photography skills to support research and conservation projects.
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Picking a Good Hunting Dog Based on the Breed’s Expertise
Humans and dogs have formed hunting partnerships for as long as history has been recorded. It is a tale as old as time. For a newbie getting started in hunting with a dog, there are a lot of benefits to getting a companion. But if you don’t know what certain breeds specialize in, it can […]
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Deer Hunting in the Rain: Tips and Tactics for Rough Conditions
Almost every hunter I know groans when they look out the window and see it’s a rainy day. And who can blame them? No one likes sitting all day in a blind or treestand getting soaked to the bone while waiting for the big bucks to arrive. Hunting whitetails during a downpour can be a […]
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