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‘Straight-Shooting’ Advice

Iowa and other states are opening shotgun-only deer seasons to straight-walled cartridges like the .45-70 Gov’t., .444 Marlin and .450 Bushmaster. Here’s how to wring the most performance from their rainbow-like trajectories.

Guns and Gear for a Whitetail Slug Hunt

Preparing for a whitetail slug hunt? Here's what you'll need.

Attention to Detail Makes for an Ethical Hunter

With your heart racing and a big buck in the scope, it’s easy to overlook the small stuff. But ignoring the details can spell disaster.

To Catch a Predator

Don’t miss out on the hottest hunting in America. Coyotes, foxes, bobcats and more all await your attention.

Shotgun or Muzzleloader?

The choices hunters face when hunting whitetails where rifles are not an option can be confounding.

When and What Deer Scent to Use

The most effective scent strategies are also among the most simple to execute. You just need a system.

Why We Name Our Guns

Shooters and hunters name their firearms for a variety of reasons, such as love, respect and old-fashioned amusement.

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