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Patriot Ordnance Factory Founder Frank DeSomma Dies in Auto Accident

NRA mourns the news that Patriot Ordnance Factory (POF-USA) founder, owner and President Frank DeSomma died June 18 from injuries sustained in a traffic accident in Phoenix, Arizona.

Guide to Hunter Mentor Programs

Scouring the internet in search of hunting mentor programs can be a pain, so we’ve done the legwork for you. Here’s our list of mentor hunting programs, state by state, as well as some non-governmental organizations (NGOs) new hunters may find helpful before they go afield in pursuit of game.

Summit Announces Featherweight Hang-On Stands and Bracket System

Summit has announced the release of its Featherweight and Featherweight Switch hang-on stands and Switch Receiver bracket system.

How to Find the Secret Spots Bull Elk Love

It's no secret elk love to hide in places few humans wish to venture. But those are exactly the kinds of spots you should hunt—and they can be found by focusing on these five terrain features.

How to Choose the Right Sleeping Bag

A quality sleeping bag is one expense you don’t want to spare. Here are several features to consider when selecting a bag for your next hunt.

How to Use Topo Maps to Find Public-Land Gobblers

Mapping routes to hunting spots can be accomplished in the palm of your hand with modern cell phones. However, what most of those images don’t show—topographic lines—may prove to be the most useful information at your disposal.

Hardware: Bergara B-14 HMR

The nicely balanced B-14 HMR (Hunting & Match Rifle), perhaps more than any other offering from Bergara, proves the company's considerable capabilities as a rifle maker. It isn’t too heavy or bulky for carrying through the foothills, and its adjustable stock, compatibility with AICS-pattern detachable box magazines and heavier-than-average barrel make it worthy of a precision rifle match, too.

Know-How: Treestand Maintenance

Treestands, like other pieces of equipment, need some “winterizing” treatment. Before storing your stands, inspect them for these signs of wear and tear.

The Avid 5 Percent: Rachel Ahtila

Driven by instinct, fueled by passion and relentless in her pursuits, Rachel Ahtila is an avid hunter.

Tested Head to Toe: Sitka Gear for Women

From rugged hill country to 13,000-foot mountain peaks, Sitka’s new-for-2017 women’s hunting collection delivers.

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