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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.

Those who are in the market for a new scattergun for wingshooting or even just a casual clay-busting session should check out the Spandau S2.

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.

Few experiences in a hunter’s life compare with acquiring an over-the-counter tag for an emperor goose, or hunting a flock of 80,000 brant or any other of the myriad waterfowl that live on the Alaska Peninsula. And the fishing here—fuggedaboutit. This is a wingshooting and fishing paradise.

Remington Ammunition recently announced its Hi-Speed, Hi-Savings rebate promotion which offers consumers the chance to be rewarded for purchasing some of Remington’s most trusted waterfowl ammunition.

New additions to Federal Premium Ultra Steel lineup include four double-stack 10- and 12-gauge 3 1/2-inch loads.

With prices approaching those of bismuth—a superior shot-making material—are top-tier steel loads worth the cost? Here is what you need to know to make an informed decision.

Hevi-Shot has added new product options in its Hevi-Steel Waterfowl lineup. The four new layered steel pellet loads, in 12- or 20-gauge, feature two different-sized steel pellets layered in the same shell, with dependable ignition and a unique Hevi-Shot wad to produce tight and reliable patterns.

Federal Ammunition has launched Ultra Steel, a new shotshell line designed specifically for waterfowlers.