The Heart of the Hunter
Hunting horns, hunt terriers and running game set the stage for Old World adventure on a driven hunt in Germany.
An Accidental Elk
Finding a bull in the Centennial State shouldn’t be hard—not when Colorado boasts the largest elk herd in North America. But the elk don’t always cooperate.
Elk: Where Legend Meets Luck
The success of the author’s first elk hunt depended on skill, his guide, a second chance and one lucky break—literally.
A Pair to Draw 2
At the end of every rainbow there is said to be a pot of gold. Sometimes, that pot holds a pair of bang-bang bull elk.
How to Tag a Bull Elk on Public Land
Sure, odds are best on private holdings and limited-entry units. But you can tag a bull elk on public land—here’s how.
Should You Shoot Spikes?
Do spike bucks have inferior genetics? Will culling them improve the quality of your deer population? Should you shoot spikes? The buck stops here.
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.
How to Age a Whitetail
How can you tell the difference between a 2½-year-old buck and a mature 5½-year-old deer in those few tense seconds before you shoot or don’t shoot? Start by familiarizing yourself with the ever-changing features of the whitetail buck.
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