“early season”

Scout, mind the weather, carry the right decoys, remain mobile—there’s a lot a duck hunter must do to be successful. With the right tools and the wisdom to make them all work, you can meet changing conditions all season long.

Sitka Gear has introduced Optifade Cover, the company's latest innovation in hunter concealment.

Latitude Outdoors has expanded its offerings with the introduction of its first saddle-hunting-compatible pack: the Ranger 22.

Code of Silence has recently launched its FareWinds Merino-LR early season and layering collection. FareWinds is available in three essential series for everything from early-season active hunting to all-season layering.

Kent Cartridge has announced the launch of Fasteel+ Bayou Blend. This new shotshell is specifically designed for duck hunters as a "Do-It-All Duck Load," combining high-velocity, precision-plated steel shot with advanced corrosion-resistant materials, for lethal patterns and unmatched reliability no matter the conditions.

Winchester Ammunition has introduced a high-velocity steel shotshell for waterfowl hunters that live to hear the buzz of early-season teal.

Editor David Herman brings the LaCrosse Ursa ES boots to an Idaho bear hunt, testing their comfort and quality in some of the most rugged terrain of the Lower 48.

It’s not every day you draw a sheep tag, so when you do, you want to be ready. But what does “ready” look like? Here’s a quick rundown of what you’ll want to make sure you have when you go after a once-in-a-lifetime trophy.

When the birds clam up and refuse to come to calls, you need to go to them. Where safe and legal, stalking and fanning a tom works wonders. Read this then try low-crawling.