American Chemical Society: Science of Deer Hunting Can Help Patients With Diabetes

Scientists at a meeting of the American Chemical Society presented evidence that the science behind suppressing a hunter's body odor in the field could help researchers develop a life-saving device for diabetes patients.

How to Tell a Buck Track from a Doe

The difference between calling something an “art” as opposed to a “science” is that a science is supposed to have predictable, clear variables, whereas an art is up for interpretation.

The Science of String Jumping

Game is quicker than you think, and if you don’t read and adjust to this alert state correctly, you are going to miss critical opportunities.

National Hunting Debate: Why We Need to Win, Why We Will Win

Next week a lot of people who normally give no thought to hunting will hear reasoned arguments for all the good it does. A nationwide audience including representatives from the media, academia and public-policy institutions will be paying attention on Wednesday, May 4, from 6:45–8 p.m., when the syndicated radio program Intelligence Squared U.S. (IQ2US) hosts a live debate titled “Hunters Conserve Wildlife” at New York City’s Kaufman Center.

NRA National Firearms Museum Opens New Steampunk Guns Exhibit

Beginning June 12, the NRA National Firearms Museum is proud to host Steampunk Guns, a new exhibit that combines a fantastic science fiction world with the modern steel canvas afforded by real firearm designs.

How to Age Deer on the Hoof

Learning to age deer on the hoof is not an exact science and there are exceptions to every rule, but there are some undeniable physical characteristics that an old buck takes on as he matures. Here’s what to look for.

Recipe: Braised Elk Shank and Root Vegetables

Once a hunter embraces shank and learns the art and science of braising meat, the braided lower legs will never be ground again. The fresh herbs in this recipe help to round out a properly braised meal that will make any hunter feel like royalty.

Barrel Break-In

It's not an exact science, but figure on shooting several boxes of ammo and running through dozens of cleaning patches to break in a new rifle barrel.

Zambia Lifts Lion and Leopard Hunting Ban

Bringing the U.S. approach to science-based wildlife management to Zambia is the key to conservation of the species.

How to Follow a Blood Trail After Dark

Bowhunt whitetails long enough and you’ll find yourself in a situation where you have to try and follow a blood trail after dark. After all, many good bucks do not make an appearance until it is almost too dark to see your sight pins. When you shoot them and they run off, you have to go find them. And while bloodtrailing is more art than science and each situation is unique unto itself, here are some rules that will help you quickly recover your deer.

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