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Both offer similar power levels, are suitable for similar-sized game and make a perfect all-around rifle for nearly all hunting scenarios. What makes or breaks the deal in choosing one over the other? Contributor Philip Massaro investigates.

New to turkey hunting? Here’s a detailed guide to three basic calls all turkey hunters should master.

You don’t need to dish out thousands of dollars to buy a great crossbow. There are many in the $500 range that are great, and several in the $750 range that are superb.

While the art of last-minute scouting won’t soon disappear, most hunters know they’d be better served having been better prepared. The season’s end is the best time to get the drop on deer movement and behavior. And you don’t have to worry about busting your spot putting boots on the ground.

When hunting big game in British Columbia, prepare for shots that can push the limits of your effective range. Of course, using a bullet that is effective at all ranges isn’t a bad idea, either.

The sika deer is renowned for its elusive nature. Hunters willing to search out this free-range implant will be rewarded—if only in experiences that won’t soon vanish from memory.

Hard hikes through Idaho's wilderness challenged the author during a Western bear hunt. Can he rebound to finish what he started?

Archery season is just around the corner in many states (if it hasn't opened already), but it's never too late to update your equipment. Here are this year's best new compound bows for hunters looking to make a last-minute upgrade.

A dead gobbler almost gets the final word and provides a stark reminder to never take safety for granted.