“Tag: Guides”

When hunting big game in British Columbia, prepare for shots that can push the limits of your effective range. Of course, using a bullet that is effective at all ranges isn’t a bad idea, either.

Here are six key considerations for choosing an outfitter or hunting guide to ensure your hard-earned time and money is well-spent.

No hunt is perfect, but failing to properly prepare and having the wrong attitude can turn your dream hunt into a nightmare. Here are eight common mistakes to avoid when heading out on your long-awaited guided hunt.

It’s not always easy to recognize a good hunting guide. Unfortunately, it’s obvious you’ve picked a poor one when he acts like some of the characters the author has met.

Editorial Director John Zent shares the gear he used on his recent Alaska brown bear hunt.

Brown bears of southeast Alaska defy perceptions of size, and sometimes they can tenaciously cling to life. Though a quick kill is always desired, it's not always possible.

There is perhaps no tougher test for a boot than being strapped to an elk guide’s foot.

Though a 2015 law passed in New Zealand now defines animals as "sentient beings," hunting remains a lawful activity.

Outfitters from across the globe have descended upon Harrisburg, Pa., this week. Looking for a dream hunt? You might find a few dozen of them at the Great American Outdoor Show.