Making Tracks: Ram Laramie Longhorn Crew Cab EcoDiesel 4x4

Chrysler pulled a real coup in the light truck market after debuting the first V6 diesel in a half-ton pickup. Their 2014 Ram 1500 with V6 EcoDiesel generates 240 hp and a stump-pulling 420 lb.-ft. of torque at a low 2,000 rpm.

Extreme-Weather Gun Care

Late-season hunting usually means extreme weather, and that can be rough on your rifle. Weather attacks generally come in two forms: temperature and moisture. Address these issues and you have most potential problems under control.

HLF Member Spotlight: Carl Haley

It’s fitting that this month’s spotlight shines on HLF member Carl Haley of Nashville as he gets set to welcome fellow members to Music City for the 2nd Annual NRA Hunters’ Leadership Forum National Luncheon on Apr. 10.

Field Test: 1530 Gekko and 200 Druid from Steel Will Knives

SMG’s newest division gives outdoor enthusiasts another edge.

New Trijicon AccuPower Goes Deer Hunting

Many shooters have been wondering how the new AccuPowers would compare with the company’s established AccuPoint scopes. Can the new kid measure up? To see firsthand, John Zent joined company VP Sales and Marketing Chuck Wahr and Driftwood Media’s Eddie Stevenson for what might sound like a contrived substitute for a “real” deer hunt.

Package Bow Deals for 2015

Most hunters buy bows by going to their local archery pro shop, picking out a bow, and then having the professional adorn it with expensive accessories. Like most other retail products, you’ll pay more for this personalized service, but in most cases you can be assured of a personalized fit. However, if you’ve owned a bow before or you’ve done your research and know exactly what model and size bow you’re after, you can save money by purchasing a package bow from a big box store or mail order operation.

Climb High, Get Loud and Move

Elk activity in September can be broken into three periods. To hit pay dirt, know which one you’re hunting.

Synthetic Deer Urine?

The surge in popularity of bowhunting brought the use of deer based scents to the forefront. We now have a multi-million dollar industry based on deer pee. Over 60 companies produce and sell deer urine and gland based attractants in one form or another. Unfortunately, everything is not rosy in the world of cervid secretions.

Why Did the Yankee Travel South in Winter?

Simple pleasures: That’s what deer hunting with friends is all about.

Making Tracks: Can-Am Defender

The Defender, on sale now, is available in two models: the HD8 799.9cc V-twin and HD10 976cc V-twin; both are fuel-injected and liquid-cooled.

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