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South Africa Court Upholds Decision to Legalize Domestic Sales of Rhinoceros Horn in Effort to Curb Poaching

As rhinos continue to be slaughtered for their horns, can the recent controversial decision to legalize the domestic sale of these horns be the key to saving this endangered animal?

Kalahari Gemsbok and a Leopard at the Bait

The high horns of Kalahari gemsbok and improving odds of killing a leopard highlight the middle of Executive Editor Adam Heggenstaller's safari to Namibia.

The Heart of the Hunter

Hunting horns, hunt terriers and running game set the stage for Old World adventure on a driven hunt in Germany.

Why Every Hunter is a Trophy Hunter

Every one of us is a trophy hunter, though we look for more than horns and hides. We all collect moments, memories of a hunt, to cherish.

Kenya Conducts World’s Largest Ivory Burn

How many elephants does it take to create a pyre of ivory in excess of 100 tons? Ask Kenya, which today burned 105 tons of confiscated illegal ivory tusks, ivory products and rhino horns in the capital city of Nairobi in what is said to be the largest ivory burn in world history.

Pending World Record Ram

A possible new archery world record desert bighorn sheep was taken recently in—of all places—southern California. On December 20, 2011, Brett Scott arrowed a ram that green scores 180 7/8 inches on the Pope and Young measurement system. The horns measure 35 1/2 and 37 inches in length with 16 1/2-inch bases. If, after the 60-day mandatory drying period, the horn shrinkage is less than an inch, Scott’s ram will be a new world record for archery desert bighorn.

5 Keys to Rattling

Haven't had the best luck with rattling in the past? Well, hang in there, keep cracking and remember these five keys. Your rattling luck will soon change.

Record Number Apply To Hunt Bighorn Sheep

A strong sheep population and record demand have combined to create an increased number of hunting licenses in North Dakota this year.

Are European Bison Set for a Conservation Comeback?

The conservation group Rewilding Europe is working to restore the European bison to population levels that can be enjoyed by residents, tourists and hunters alike as it gears up to release 24 more bison into the wild.

Rocky Mountain Hunting Calls Little Big Mouth Bugle Tube

A 75-percent sized version of the Wapiti Whacker, the Little Big Mouth still has plenty of features to speak of.

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