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5 Great Over-the-Counter Hunts in the West

There’s no shortage of over-the-counter opportunities throughout the West that you can enjoy every year. Here are five of our favorites.

Mountain Lion Killed with Bow in Self-Defense

After purchasing an over-the-counter archery-elk tag for an area near Gunnison, Colo., Florida resident Trevor Brown experienced quite the high-country initiation for a first-time bowhunter.

Leupold’s ‘Project Hunt’ Returns

Leupold & Stevens has announced the return of its ‘Project Hunt’ contest, which offers hunters across the United States the chance to have their next hunt filmed and shared across Leupold’s digital media platforms.

Know-How: Keep Your Gundog Calm and Collected

Taking the jitters out of your hunting dog might be easier said than done. If you think you’ve exhausted all your options, why not try the “medicinal” solution.

Leupold Announces Project Hunt Contest

Leupold's Project Hunt contest is offering one lucky hunter the chance to have their Fall 2021 hunt both filmed, and shared across Leupold's digital media platforms.

How to Plan a NWTF Wild Turkey Grand Slam

Looking to complete a wild turkey Grand Slam? Take these tips into consideration when planning your quest to hunt the four most common U.S. subspecies.

Recommended Medicine for Hunters and Preppers

Here's what any dedicated hunter or prepper should have on hand—just in case.

Hunting the Modern Day: Point Creep

What it means and how to cope: a dismal but honest look at the current state of Western tag allocations, with ideas for alternate hunting adventures.

Drug Cartel Infiltrating Key Arizona Hunting Areas

Arizona sportsmen remain on alert as one county sheriff kicked off the Memorial Day weekend and beyond warning of the potential threats of Mexican drug-cartel killers as they expand their U.S. smuggling routes.

How to Navigate the Hunting Tag Application Process

Application deadlines, research into the best game units, bonus points: Any hunter who has never navigated Western states’ big-game draws has a lot to learn. Here’s how to approach “tag season” for your best chance at success.

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