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Need a new way to carry gear on hunting trips this season? The ErgodyneArsenal 5143 General Duty Gear Backpack has enough space for the essentials, while retaining a low profile thanks to its RealtreeXtra Camouflage. The pack features a large main compartment, organizational pockets to house smaller items, #8 zippers and a laptop sleeve to protect devices. Designed with durability in mind, the pack itself is constructed from 600-denier polyester material, while the pack's bottom is reinforced even further with 1680-denier polyester. Additionally, the bag's top handle is reinforced, shoulder straps are padded and adjustable, and a top cover flap is attached for protection from the elements. The backpack dimensions out at 15"x8"x19", for a total of 37 liters of storage. For more information, please visit ergodyne.com. MSRP: $108.95
This lightweight precision hunting rifle from Bergara is idea for harvesting small game and varmints, particularly when chambered in hard-hitting .17 HMR.
The Point at Pintail in Queenstown, Md., came alive on Sept 26 when shooters from across the country gathered for a day of competition, camaraderie and purpose at the 11th Annual Benelli USA Invitational.
The only thing I can confidently say about elk hunting is that education is ongoing. After decades of autumns spent in elk country, I have learned a few hard and fast guidelines to heighten my odds of success, even without standing over an elk at the end of the hunt. Elk hunting is changing from season to season. Every lesson you learn from a previous season of hunting has merit in overcoming the low odds already stacked against you.
During the 36th Annual Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) Banquet & Auction, which was held Sept. 10, legendary NASCAR Hall-of-Famer, sportsman, lifelong conservationist, and immediate past Chairman of the CSF Board of Directors Richard Childress was honored with the Dingell-Young Sportsmen’s Legacy Award—CSF’s highest Award.