Firearms (27)

A hunting rifle in a hard case, flying with a rifle concept.

What to Know About Flying With a Rifle for Out-of-State Hunts

For many hunters, pursuing bucket-list hunts across North America or Africa is usually a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Traveling with a rifle to your hunting destination can sometimes be a logistical challenge, but it can be easily resolved with a bit of proper planning. Although flying with a rifle…

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How to Improve Your Long Range Hunting Skills

Shooting game beyond conventional distances — typically 300 yards and farther — is a specialized skill for hunters who attempt to harvest game in terrain where close encounters aren’t feasible. We generally consider this "long-range" hunting. Improving your long range hunting skills to make ethical shots requires…

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What Is a Safe Zone of Fire? (Look Before You Shoot)

Every time you take a firearm or bow into the field, safety becomes your top priority. Aside from the fundamental rules of firearm safety, hunters should always ask themselves, "What is a safe zone of fire." Whether you’re a backcountry solo hunter chasing elk in Montana…

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By Land or Air: Transporting a Firearm the Right Way

Every hunter needs to know how to safely and securely transport a firearm. Whether you're driving or flying on a commercial airline, learning the ins and outs of transporting a firearm the right way requires more than just common sense. Properly transporting a firearm is…

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Hunting Deer With a Handgun: Should You?

If you're looking for a new challenge, hunting deer with a handgun will test your skill, patience, and discipline. Whether you choose a revolver or semi-automatic, hunting with a pistol provides a unique approach to hunting that combines solid marksmanship fundamentals with the thrill of close-quarters hunting.