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Arizona Offering $10,000 Reward for Information Leading to Poacher's Arrest

Cornell, USDA Tracking Coronavirus in Deer Populations

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There is no evidence that animals, including deer, are playing a significant role in the spread of COVID-19, and based on existing evidence the risk to people from animals is low.

Go Lightweight Out West

Go Lightweight Out West

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Elk are great movers, and during the rut, bulls will cover massive amounts of terrain in search of love. Be ready to traverse terrain and make a quick shot if you want to head home with horns for the wall and backstraps for the grill.

Optics Matter!

Optics Matter!

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When it comes to hunting gear, there are certain items you can skimp on — look for a deal — take the low-end route. Optics aren’t one of these items. Few gear pieces will make or break your success, especially when hunting the west, like quality optics.

Into the Night: My Journey into Night Vision and Thermal Optics

Into the Night: My Journey into Night Vision and Thermal Optics

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The first of a two part series, this article covers the scanning portion of thermal night hunting with a review of the IrayUSA Mini MH25 thermal scanner.

Squirrel Tamales

Squirrel Tamales

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Following my last article about squirrel hunting, I received several requests for a recipe for cooking up these tasty little tree dwellers. So, I have decided to post one of the tried-and-true favorites in my house, Squirrel Tamales.

Stone Glacier Sky Talus 6900 Pack Review

Stone Glacier Sky Talus 6900 Pack Review

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If you’re in the market for a new pack that can be utilized for a variety of hunts, from day to multi-day excursions, give the guys at Stone Glacier a call.

Conservation Success Proves Naysayers Wrong

Conservation Success Proves Naysayers Wrong

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Some journalists can’t help but shame the very benefactors driving the rebound of America’s bald eagle and other wildlife.

Remains of Missing Idaho Hunter Found over 50 Years Later

Remains of Missing Idaho Hunter Found over 50 Years Later

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An Idaho bowhunter stalking mountain goats discovered the remains of Raymond Jones, last seen on Sept 7, 1968. He was 39 years old when he went missing while bowhunting mountain goats.

Missouri Boy Stops Alleged Thief with Bow and Arrow

Missouri Boy Stops Alleged Thief with Bow and Arrow

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According to reports the young man was on his way to a tree stand for some deer bowhunting when he encountered the trespasser in an apparent attempt to steal a lawn tractor and a wood splitter.

Arkansas Hunters Harvest Near-Record Number of Alligators This Year

Arkansas Hunters Harvest Near-Record Number of Alligators This Year

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Alligator hunters in Arkansas harvested 161 alligators over two weekends this year, falling just short of last year’s record-breaking 174 alligators.