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Breeding Duck Numbers Decline Again in ND

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s 78th-annual spring breeding duck survey conducted in May showed an index of about 2.66-million birds, down from 2.9 million in 2024 and 3.4 million in 2023.

Tested: Henry Lever Action Supreme Suppressed

The .300 Blk carbine version of this new Henry hunting hybrid makes for a handsome and handy suppressor host.

An Ode to the Ruger 10/22

Philip Massaro writes a glowing encomium of his father's favorite little rimfire—the Ruger 10/22.

Auto-Ordnance Commemorative Rifle and Pistol Duo Honors the Army's 250th Anniversary

Auto-Ordnance, in partnership with the artisans at Altered Arsenal, have announced the release of two commemorative firearms in a series called "A Salute to Service," created to honor the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the Army on June 14, 1775.

New for 2025: Proof Research Tundra Ti X

The lightweight precision rifle for long-range hunters blends tactical adjustability with a classic Monte-Carlo design and cutting-edge titanium action.

First Look: Kifaru Hoodlum Pack

Kifaru, well-known and regarded for its American-made, backcountry-hunting gear have announced major upgrades to the Hoodlum, the company's go-to expedition pack built for long hauls.

South African Safari: Expect the Unexpected

When you hunt in a land of endless possibility, it pays to be flexible.

First Look: CVA Optima V3

CVA has announced its new Optima V3 muzzleloader, building on the company's standard Optima platform with modern upgrades for versatility and performance. The redesigned CVA Optima fills the sweet spot between CVA’s entry-level Wolf and premium Accura models—offering enhanced features without the premium price tag.

Invasive Screwworm Threat Headed for Our Southern Border

A New World screwworm (NWS) outbreak in Mexico has raised alarms at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The impact on livestock and wildlife—including game animals—could be devastating if the flying insect and the flesh-eating maggots it produces are not kept out.

West-Texas Elk Hunt: A Trans-Pecos Connection

The author learned there are elk—and a lot of them—in West Texas. He also learned there is at least one man there he should have met a long time ago.

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