Sheep Hunts: When a Slam Becomes a Straight
Editorial Director John Zent recaps the hunts from his North American "grand slam."
A Ram While the Day is Young
All sheep hunts have their ups and downs. A hunter in his 60s feels every one of them in the Brooks Range.
How to Help a New Hunter Buy a Big-Game Rifle
That new hunter you've been tutoring may be in love with a lever-action rifle. Alternately, he may think he absolutely needs a .30-caliber magnum to "cover all the bases." But it's up to you to talk him into making a reasonable purchase when it comes to his first big-game rig.
Luck of the Tag Draw
Every big-game hunt is a great opportunity, but not every hunt will turn out as you hope, because getting lucky in the draw is just the first hurdle.
Planning A Custom Rifle
If you're going to spend the money it takes to design a custom rifle, you'd better do it right—the first time. Keith Wood offers a few things to keep in mind when planning the long gun you've been dreaming about.
The Numerology of a Hunter
Fine writing embodied in tall tales holds more sway over hunters’ hearts than perhaps any other influence.
Gun Buyers: Visit Sportsman’s Legacy, Where Classic Hunting Rifles and More Await Purchase Now
A purveyor of sporting collectibles is great to shop amid a run on arms in a pandemic.
How to Pack and Prep for an Alaska Sheep Hunt
An Alaskan sheep hunt puts the hunter and his gear to the ultimate test. Think you’re ready? Here's a detailed list of the gear you'll need, along with a few tips for proper fitness preparation.
Goat Straight, No Chaser
They say a winter goat hunt can lead to a short climb. They also say it can be the toughest hunt of all.
Answers in Aoudad Country
A search for a trophy ram in the Davis Mountains of West Texas leads the author to question his skills as a rifleman.
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