“backcountry hunts”

With early archery seasons coming in August, Karen Mehall Phillips decided it was time to get serious are her preparation. The result? A trip to Magpul's Backcountry Hunter's course in Yakima, Wash.

This 9X-27X-56mm spotting scope, which weighs in at just 20.3 ounces, is designed for packing in on long, backcountry hunts where weight can be a factor

Vortex has released its Razor HD 13-39x56mm spotting scope, aimed squarely at ounce-conscious backcountry hunters on long backcountry hunts, where the terrain and elements can make each step a slog.

The new ultra-lightweight .30-caliber Banish Backcountry suppressor was specifically designed for backcountry hunts, where every ounce you carry matters.

The new Xtreme Ascent rifle combines the company's dual-lug Model 1999 cast action with a featherweight contour, button-rifled fluted barrel and a durable synthetic stock to create a rugged rifle that’s light enough to comfortably carry in even the toughest backcountry hunts.

You may not have the cash to hunt with the high-end gear of the rich and famous, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice quality, especially in the optics department.

Thermacell’s new Radius Zone Mosquito Repellent is rechargeable, compact and extremely effective.

Forget horses and mules. Hunting with a pack goat may be the key to taking the biggest public-land bull or buck of your life.

The new Vario Modular Pack System may be the last hunting pack you ever need to buy. The versatile, rugged system allows hunters to add or remove various packs and accessories to suit their specific needs.