“public land hunting”

While the word “public” conjures visions of overcrowded parking lots and sparse game, those of us hunting public land this fall actually have millions of acres to roam. Do your research, and use this 10-point plan to take advantage of the bountiful public resource.

Ever wonder where and how to best hunt javelina? Contributor Aram von Benedikt brings to bear vast experience from countless hours spent in pursuit of the wily pigs, offering some tips and tricks to consider for your next javie hunt.

For new hunters looking to venture out, public land may be the only option. And while the public option comes with a unique set of challenges, those challenges can be overcome.

The elusive Coues deer is arguably the most difficult big-game animal to hunt. Here are some tips and tactics to help you be successful should you take on the challenge of chasing the “Grey Ghost.”

You can shoot a can off a post at 400 yards, you hike 5 miles like it’s a trip to the corner store, but if your conviction calls it quits, you’re done for.

Forget horses and mules. Hunting with a pack goat may be the key to taking the biggest public-land bull or buck of your life.

Turkey hunters need to know where they have the best chance to bag a gobbler before committing hard-earned dollars to a hunt.

When it comes to deer hunting, perhaps no game is more vexing than the wary bucks that inhabit the East. To put the odds in your favor, break from tradition and go rogue.

Bagging a hunter-savvy gobbler on public land requires thorough scouting and dedication. If you don’t have time for either, well, check out our 20 tips.