How to Field Judge a Whitetail Buck
Here are five ways to quickly and confidently judge a buck’s real proportions.
How to Identify a Shooter Black Bear
Is that black bear really trophy-class? It can be hard to tell. Here are a few pieces of advice from the experts.
American Hunter Contributor Craig Boddington Named as Weatherby Award Recipient
Congratulations to American Hunter contributor Craig Boddington, who has been named as the recipient of the 2017 Weatherby Hunting and Conservation Award.
5 Great Over-the-Counter Hunts in the West
There’s no shortage of over-the-counter opportunities throughout the West that you can enjoy every year. Here are five of our favorites.
2014's Best Whitetail States: Part I
There's no shortage of whitetail hunters out there, nor shortage of locales where those hunters can put their skills to the test. But that begs a very important question: Just where is the best place to hunt whitetail? Welcome to Part I of our countdown.
The Six Guys You Meet in Deer Camp
There's not just one stereotypical whitetail hunter—it's more like six. Have you met them all? Read on and find out.
2014's Best Whitetail States: Part II
Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, Nebraska and South Carolina began the countdown. Who’s next? Check out the latest installment of our “Top 20 States for Whitetails” series.
Light Projectiles with a Big Punch: DRT's Terminal Shock Muzzleloader Bullets
A 170-grain muzzleloader projectile for whitetail? Field Editor Brian McCombie couldn't resist trying out the latest offering from Dynamic Research Technologies.
How to Age Deer on the Hoof
Learning to age deer on the hoof is not an exact science and there are exceptions to every rule, but there are some undeniable physical characteristics that an old buck takes on as he matures. Here’s what to look for.
Behind the Bullet: .243 Winchester
While there are many cartridges that can handle medium-sized game, the .243 Winchester sits at the top of the heap for good reasons: it’s accurate, easy on the shoulder and delivers enough energy for the task at hand.
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