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25 Things Every Hunter Should Know

Everything from offroad driving to backcountry first-aid—25 skills you just can't do without.

What is a Purpose-Built Shotgun?

The author got into serious trouble with the idea that one shotgun can do it all, so now he looks at shotguns designed for specific purposes.

Taking the Bite Out of Recoil

Nobody likes being hit hard in the shoulder every time they squeeze the trigger on his or her favorite shotgun or rifle. But recoil is a reality of the nature of firearms: The more power, the greater the bite.

How to Become a Better Bow Shot

Here is an eight-week training program full of tips and tricks designed to make you a better bow shot in time for fall.

Must-Have Gear for a DIY Sheep Hunt

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.

Tight Chokes and Heavy Shot: Do You Need Them?

Mike Roux considers the conventional wisdom on chokes and shot for turkeys, pondering whether the tightest constriction and heaviest pellet is always the best move.

A Minimalist Approach to Turkeys

We explore the minimalist approach to turkey hunting, with a walkthrough of how to go "barebones" for springtime Toms.

Tips for Hunting Mountain Gobblers

As difficult as mountain turkeys are to hunt, they’re not invulnerable. Follow these tips to increase your odds of success this spring.

Tips and Tactics for Hunting Western Whitetails

Tactics that work for whitetails back East may not cut it for deer of the plains and mountains across the West.

Bowhunting: Master the Mind Game

Bowhunting is as much of a mental game as it is a physical one. Try these exercises to help you get the best out of your bow and brain.

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