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With its new 3-inch, 20-gauge 3rd Degree turkey load, Federal Premium ups the ante on 20-gauge performance.

The Defender, on sale now, is available in two models: the HD8 799.9cc V-twin and HD10 976cc V-twin; both are fuel-injected and liquid-cooled.

Simple pleasures: That’s what deer hunting with friends is all about.

The surge in popularity of bowhunting brought the use of deer based scents to the forefront. We now have a multi-million dollar industry based on deer pee. Over 60 companies produce and sell deer urine and gland based attractants in one form or another. Unfortunately, everything is not rosy in the world of cervid secretions.

Elk activity in September can be broken into three periods. To hit pay dirt, know which one you’re hunting.

Most hunters buy bows by going to their local archery pro shop, picking out a bow, and then having the professional adorn it with expensive accessories. Like most other retail products, you’ll pay more for this personalized service, but in most cases you can be assured of a personalized fit. However, if you’ve owned a bow before or you’ve done your research and know exactly what model and size bow you’re after, you can save money by purchasing a package bow from a big box store or mail order operation.

Many shooters have been wondering how the new AccuPowers would compare with the company’s established AccuPoint scopes. Can the new kid measure up? To see firsthand, John Zent joined company VP Sales and Marketing Chuck Wahr and Driftwood Media’s Eddie Stevenson for what might sound like a contrived substitute for a “real” deer hunt.

SMG’s newest division gives outdoor enthusiasts another edge.

It’s fitting that this month’s spotlight shines on HLF member Carl Haley of Nashville as he gets set to welcome fellow members to Music City for the 2nd Annual NRA Hunters’ Leadership Forum National Luncheon on Apr. 10.