Scope Reticles For Hunting Lead

Scope Reticles for Hunting from Practical to Complex

Today’s riflescopes hold zero reliably, take adjustments precisely and transmit more light than has ever been possible. But if you can’t hold a precise point of aim, all is for naught, and with the wide variety of reticle options on the market today, hunters can tailor the reticle to his or her needs.

The Bear Hunt That Went Bust—But Made Big History

The story of Holt Collier, the bear guide for President Theodore Roosevelt on his famous 1902 Mississippi hunt.

How to Call Spring Bears

From late May to early June, deer and elk are dropping their young, and the bear rut is on—and it’s a great time to call in a bear.

Know How: Foul-Weather Toms

Wondering how to surprise a foul-weather tom? Scott Haugen has some answers in this month's Know How.

An Outdoor Windfall at Skyfall Reserve

Skyfall’s flooded timber, swampy oak thickets, 20-acre lake and adjacency to the Trinity River is as attractive to ducks as it is to hunters. Add to that the deer and hog hunting, tactical shooting ranges and incredible instructors, and you’ll be wishing there were more than 24 hours in a day.

New for 2025: Franchi Affinity 3.5 and Affinity 3 Waterfowl Elite

FranchiUSA introduces Affinity 3.5 Waterfowl Elite and Affinity 2 Waterfowl Elite specially built hunting shotguns.

New for 2025: Benelli Lupo Charred Timber

Benelli Lupo Charred Timber bolt-action hunting rifle is chambered in 6.5 CM, .308 Win., .30-06, .300 Win. Mag. and 7 PRC.

New for 2025: Riton Primal 3-18x50mm Crossover Scope

The Riton 5 Primal 3-18x50mm Crossover Scope combines a decade of precision and long-range optics innovation to create a versatile option equally suited for 1,000-yard shooting and backcountry hunting.

The Story of ‘Stickers’

A free-range buck so big that a family devoted their entire season to hunting him.

A Bull in the Hand

Roosevelt elk are the largest elk in North America, and holding a tag for one is an opportunity relatively few hunters get the chance to experience. 

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