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Louisiana Makes Firestick Technology Legal for Hunting This Fall

Hunters in Louisiana will be able to utilize Federal Premium’s innovative Firestick technology during 2025 fall hunting seasons after the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission recently approved regulation changes.

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.

When and How to Cut Hunting Costs

With the prices of hunting-related gear at near-ludicrous levels, one must question the necessity of much of it. Simply stated, what’s necessary and what isn’t? Here is what you need to know to shop smartly.

Ohio and Arkansas Deer Harvest Up Significantly

Hunters across Ohio checked 238,137 white-tailed deer during the 2024-25 hunting season that concluded in early February, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife.

First Look: Real Avid Breech Plug 4-in-1 Scraper for Muzzleloaders

Real Avid has announced a new tool for keeping inline muzzleloader ignitions functioning reliably, combining several key tools into one easy-to-carry, hard-to-lose unit.

Maryland Hunters Record 84,201 Deer for 2024-2025 Season

Statewide harvest 10-percent higher than the five-year average

Muzzleloaders: A Better First-Gun Choice

For a hunter’s first rifle, one naturally chooses among the myriad center-fire cartridges and the arms that chamber them. But, is that the best option? Probably not.

Video: Traditions NitroBolt Muzzleloader

Traditions has introduced the NitroBolt, the first bolt-action muzzleloading rifle designed specifically to use the patented Federal FireStick ignition system, so hunters need only load their bullet of choice.

New for 2025: Traditions NitroBolt Muzzleloader

Traditions introduces NitroBolt, first-ever bolt-action muzzleloader designed to use patented Federal Firestick.

Best New Hunting Rifles from SHOT 2025

Lots of new rimfire and centerfire rifles are hitting the market this year. Here’s a rundown of the best new hunting rifles from the class of ’25.

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