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A silent mode of transportation could be a big advantage when hunting predators. Whether you’re running and gunning, setting up at a waterhole or hunting over a kill, a stealthy approach could reap big rewards.

Handgun optics have become smaller and more reliable than ever. Whether it’s a scope, a red-dot, a micro red-dot or an enclosed microdot there is an option for every possible use. Learn why here.

Once upon a time predators raced to the sound of a call. Back then hunters needed nothing more to attract their attention—but these days you could use some help. Learn why modern hunters depend more than ever on decoys to help suck in coyotes and other predators.

How to blow a whitetail hunt, and lessons from the man who saved it.

To be successful in late-season muzzleloader seasons, it’s best to focus on feed available this time of year, the whitetails’ need to rest, and the fact that as much as 10 percent of the doe population will come into estrus in December.

Contributor Mike Roux shares some well-tested methods for scouting a new hunting location.

There may be fewer bucks moving at this time, but don’t forget there also are fewer hunters in the woods. Look for buck patterns to re-emerge around food sources first.

Contributor John Haviland gives late season elk hunters some tips on finding big, bachelor bulls.

It’s no secret the NRA has been a leading advocate of Hunters for the Hungry programs since the early 1990s. This November, we advance our advocacy and celebrate our creation of National Wild Game Meat Donation Month to inspire hunters everywhere to share surplus game.