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Scott’s Camp Ripley Monster

Last October Scott O’Konek hunted Camp Riley, a military training base in Minnesota, and came home with a 32-point giant that scored 227 3/8.

Tips for Hunting Public-Land Whitetails

Hunting big bucks in small places can be a blessing in disguise if you pay attention to details and use smart strategies tailored to such properties.

Hunting Big Buck Bedding Areas

Once the rut arrives, bucks spend their days avoiding hunters, sleeping and recovering in hiding spots, and you need to execute a home invasion to extract them.

If it's Legal, is it Automatically Ethical?

Hunting is, by and large, an individual endeavor governed by rules (game laws) that the vast majority of sportsmen adhere to. But like all things in life, within the rules there exists a gray area where actions may be legal, but it is questionable whether or not they are ethical.

Hunts Gone Wrong

Every hunter leaves the house in the morning hoping for a problem-free hunt—but that's just not always how things go. What if, for example, the prop fell off of a boat like the one seen here? It's happened. Learn about that incident—and a few others—in this recap of hunts gone wrong.

Tips and Tactics for a DIY Western Spring Black Bear Hunt

If you're searching for a good DIY bear hunt, head to the West this spring, where several million acres of public land offers hunters unbeatable opportunity. Here are a few tips and tactics to help up your odds of success.

6 Tips for Hunting Public-Land Mule Deer

There’s nothing easy about tagging a mule deer on public land, but for those willing to put in the time and effort, the reward can be exceptional. Try these tips to increase your odds of success this season.

DIY Backcountry Hunting Tactics and Gear

Considering a DIY backcountry hunt? Here’s a comprehensive gear list, along with tips and tactics to help you be successful.

Backcountry Survival Tips: How to Deal with Disaster

Here’s how to handle various emergency situations in the wilderness, including hypothermia, severe bleeding, an animal attack, getting lost and snake bites.

Tips and Tactics for Late-Season Cow Elk

Reasonable draw odds, high success rates and filling the freezer with tender, tasty meat makes cow elk hunting a great option. Here are some tips and tactics for hunting them in the late season.

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