5 Tips for Choosing a Hunting Pack
Recently I spent some time with Jay Robert, a man who has a spent a lifetime hunting in the steep mountains and been a pack designer for a lot of years. He currently designs packs for Tenzing, a company that incorporates latest high-tech materials and design features for mountaineering. As someone who has hunted out of a backpack a lot, believe me when I tell you these new bags are worth a look.
Are Shotguns Safer Than Rifles?
This commonly held belief is why some states ban rifles for hunting; But the facts might surprise them.
Why You Sit All Day
It’s that magical time of year, with bucks chasing does and all Hell breaking loose in places that, for much of the year, can seem like a moonscape for their lack of deer activity. This is when every second on the stand is so important.
12 Crossbow Do's and 3 Don'ts
Crossbow hunting has continued to rise in popularity across the country. Ready to get involved? Here are 12 things you should do—as well as three you shouldn't.
If it's Legal, is it Automatically Ethical?
Hunting is, by and large, an individual endeavor governed by rules (game laws) that the vast majority of sportsmen adhere to. But like all things in life, within the rules there exists a gray area where actions may be legal, but it is questionable whether or not they are ethical.
When Guided Hunts Go Wrong
No hunt is perfect, but there's a difference between "that's why we call it hunting," and a truly bad experience—especially when you're working with an outfitter. But what do you do when a guided hunt goes wrong? Keith Wood offers some advice.
Sometimes What You “Know” is Wrong
Keith Wood didn't necessarily set out to disprove any myths, but sometimes it just happens. That's life as a BullShooter.
What Do Women Want in a Hunting Guide?
We asked some of the country’s top female hunters to reveal what they like and what they don’t like in a guide, based on their past experiences. See what Melissa Bachman, Tiffany Lakosky, Brenda Valentine and more had to say on the subject.
As The Bow Sight Swings
If you bow hunt mainly from a tree stand, a pendulum sight could make hits come easier.
Is It Safe to Hunt Mexico? Part 3
In isolated incidents, American hunters have fallen victim to criminals in Mexico. Others enjoy successful outings. The key factor is to assess the risk where the hunt will take place and to be honest about one's personal risk tolerance.
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