Stepping into the world of firearms can be a bit intimidating at first, especially when trying to understand the basic concepts and how they apply to an ethical and safe hunting experience. One of the fundamentals you'll need to know is which cartridges to use, and…
There's a reason many hunters are students of firearms. They are more than tools. They can be fascinating objects of engineering that have evolved over the past eight centuries. So, what are the two basic styles of firearm actions that form the foundation of today's…
As an aspiring bowhunter, you’ve probably heard the words “nock an arrow” frequently used, but what does the phrase actually mean? Arrow nocks and their role in connecting the arrow to the bowstring are fundamental in archery and bowhunting. Understanding nocks is essential for accuracy, proper technique,…
Hunting encompasses countless hours of preparation, scouting, and marksmanship skills just to get to the point of making a successful shot. Then, once that shot has been made, your real work begins. However, preparing your harvest for the table requires more than a sharp knife for…
A core skill every rifle, shotgun, and pistol hunter needs to master is sight alignment. While the concept of sight alignment is simple, it's not always easy to perform — especially in the field in low light and stressful situations. So, what is sight alignment,…
