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Hevi-Shot Hog Wild

As feral hog hunting has surged in popularity across the country, ammunition manufacturers have responded with a number of “hog-specific” loads designed to penetrate better and bring down stout, wild swine. Most ammo makers have concentrated on rifle loads, but among the newest offerings are the Hog Wild shotshells by Hevi-Shot, a company best known for non-lead waterfowl loads.

Top 5 Whitetail Cartridges

Other than the feral hog, the whitetail deer covers more diverse types of terrain than any other game animal, leading hunters to have a wide variety of favorite cartridges. Additionally, whitetail hunters are perhaps the most fervent defenders and proponents of their chosen cartridges, which can range from the .22 Hornet to the .45-70 Government—not to mention the shotgun crowd. How do you even begin a "Top 5?"

Field Test: FLIR Scout III 640 Thermal Vision Monocular

Field Editor Brian McCombie takes a closer look at the new FLIR Scout III 640 handheld thermal vision monocular, including the advantages it offers hunters targeting feral hogs.

Recipe: Greek Wild Boar Ribs

Areas with large wild boar populations can provide year-round hunting opportunities and a steady source of quality meat. The Greek basting sauce in this recipe adds flavor that ensures there are no leftovers.

New Riflescope For .300 AAC Blackout Cartridge

To better harness the applications of the .300 AAC Blackout's abilities effectively, Nikon has developed the new P-300 BLK riflescope.

Mosquito Protection

ThermaCell keeps mosquitoes at bay while hunting hogs.

Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Spreads East

Rabbit hunters on the eastern seaboard be warned—Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus Type 2 (RHDVT2) appears to be spreading in a select few states and Canada.

Pig Hunters of the World Unite

It’s time hunters of the world’s most widespread game got some respect!

ABC: Coyotes Have Taste For House Cats

I've never been a big fan of coyotes, but new info released by the American Bird Conservancy (ABC) may change my tune: Apparently they eat a lot of cats.

Cash-Strapped Calif County Goes After Duck Hunters

As hunters we already pay more than our fair share to preserve publicly owned properties. We spend millions of dollars on licenses and assorted conservation stamps to preserve public lands, while hikers, campers, birdwatchers and more get to enjoy our woods and wetlands free of charge.

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