While hunting from a tree stand is effective in the whitetail woods, that effectiveness can also come with a hefty price. Each year, around 6,400 hunters are injured from tree stand falls. These accidents, which are often preventable, lead to everything from bruised egos to…
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…
Perhaps no other piece of clothing identifies a hunter than the bright blaze orange vest, jacket, or cap. The vibrant color of this iconic hunting season symbol stands out in sharp contrast to the natural terrain, making hunters easily recognizable to each other. Wearing blaze…
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…
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…
