“boone & crockett”

Many things cross your mind as you anchor, aim and release an arrow at a mature buck. This split second culminates many months of preparation and planning. Let's look at some ways to help you get there.

Here’s a look at the state of whitetail populations in the northernmost regions of North America. According to our research, this year could be the best deer season Canada has seen in decades.

Looking to tag a really big bruin? Here are the best states to do so.

How do you determine whether the buck you’re looking at is good, great or a monster? Here are a few tricks you can use to quickly and confidently judge a mule deer’s real proportions.

While the word “public” conjures visions of overcrowded parking lots and sparse game, those of us hunting public land this fall actually have millions of acres to roam. Do your research, and use this 10-point plan to take advantage of the bountiful public resource.

Famed conservationist Charles Sheldon is essentially solely responsible for the establishment of Alaska’s Denali National Park and Preserve. He was also a major hunter. And it’s at least due in part to that hunting prowess, along with his famed custom 6.5x53R rifle, that the Denali National Park and Preserve stands where and how it does today.

There’s no shortage of over-the-counter opportunities throughout the West that you can enjoy every year. Here are five of our favorites.

The unlikely account of how a youth of 16 killed a bull elk of many lifetimes.

Just what goes into building the ultimate Western big-game rig? Here are a few components to consider.