“western big game”

We hope you are as proud as we are to celebrate a big birthday for the world’s largest and best hunting magazine.

Drawing the right limited-entry tag paves the way for the hunt of a lifetime, but the application process can be confusing. Using a professional licensing service streamlines the process and increases your odds of success.

Selecting the right footwear for your hunt is critical to your success. Here’s a look at what makes a great hunting boot and what designs are suitable for various conditions.

An ideal optics setup for Western big-game hunting includes a binocular, spotting scope, rangefinder and riflescope. Here’s how to choose the best of each for your needs.  

The frosty white-tipped tom of the West lures many turkey hunters from other regions. But the bird that roams the Rockies can’t necessarily be hunted the same ways as birds in Eastern forests.

Start your spring early by hitting the turkey woods with a bow.

Application deadlines, research into the best game units, bonus points: Any hunter who has never navigated Western states’ big-game draws has a lot to learn. Here’s how to approach “tag season” for your best chance at success.

Hoyt has set a new bar with the RX-5. We've shot and tested every RX model the company has put out over the years, and this one trumps them all when it comes to overall shootability, stealth and that oh-so-good feel.

Any of these five cartridges will set you up for a successful mule deer hunt anywhere they reside.