I can appreciate the confusion hunters face when selecting the correct ammunition. When I first started hunting upland birds, considering the different types of ammunition I could use was overwhelming. Which gauge? What shot size for what bird? What shell length? What material should the…
Advances in cartridge design, rifle build quality, and precision optics have given the modern hunter access to unparalleled precision. Today’s long range shooting rifle is a tool that enables a hunter to harvest animals at distances that were once considered unthinkable and unethical. However, to…
Your first few seasons as a deer hunter can be overwhelming. Trying to get a handle on all of the variables, deer behaviors, equipment, fieldcraft, and weapon practice can easily lead to a feeling of paralysis by analysis. However, with some expert tips, you can…
You’ve spent countless hours on the range, scouting, and practicing your fieldcraft to get to this moment: Taking that perfect broadside shot on a deer. Once you’ve seen the impact and if the deer runs off, knowing how long to wait after shooting a deer before following…
When hunters start planning for their first elk hunt, a significant consideration is selecting the right weapon for the job. As one of North America’s largest game animals, weighing between 700 and 1,200 lbs., aspiring bowhunters wonder if they can legally and ethically use a bow…
