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Weatherby Back Country

The author's life-long dreams of hunting elk in the Rocky Mountains can finally come true with the Weatherby Back Country by his side.

“Enough Gun” Elk Cartridges

Bryce Towsely explores elk cartridges that are going to give you an edge in elk hunting. This—you can be sure—is not an article about “adequate” elk cartridges.

The .405 Winchester

As I write this I can smell the ammonia-based bore solvent on my hands from cleaning my Model 95 Winchester chambered in .405 Win.

Bullets for Elk

Use a premium, controlled-expansion bullet for large game like elk.

A Very Good Place for Elk

The sights and sounds of big bulls during the frenzy of the rut can defy description, especially in the elk paradise of New Mexico’s Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

An Ode to the Ruger Mini Thirty

Chambered for the 7.62x39mm cartridge, the Ruger Mini Thirty is well suited to deer and similar-sized game in the same style of compact, handy rifle that the Mini-14 brought to the table.

Western and Southeastern States Defy Hunting’s ‘National Decline’

While hunting participation at the nationwide level is down, license sales in Western and Southeastern states are booming.

Member's Hunt: The Elk Rifle Goes Elk Hunting

This latest Member's Hunt comes from Arthur J. ‘Bud’ Kenney of Adams, Tenn.

Hardware: Meopta Optika6

If you’re looking for extreme versatility in a bright, sharp, high-contrast scope, the Optika6 should more than meet your needs.

Dream Hunt: How to Make an African Safari Come True

An African safari is surprisingly affordable if approached correctly. Here’s how to make your own dream hunt in Africa come true.

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