Big Game

“If it was easy, everyone would do it.” That was the thought going through my mind as I woke up to my alarm clock obscenely early yet again. The coffee pot was gurgling away as I dressed in the dark and tried not to wake my sleeping wife.

A caribou hunt in the Aleutian Islands proved to not only be a test of hunting skill, but of navigating harsh weather and the hazardous Bering Sea.

Hunting for black bear just isn’t the same without the help of trained hounds. They’re efficient, intense, and make any bear hunt more likely to succeed.

When opportunity knocks, it’s wise to open the door—especially when it comes to mule deer. The hunt may be hard, but good advice on locations and attention to weather can improve your odds.

A first-time bowhunt for pronghorns. Throw in a bit of hubris and a couple of small mistakes, and here’s a list of do’s and do-not’s for your next hunt.

Most hunters hunt on public land in high-pressured units. Finding public areas with limited access points is key. Here’s how to use Google Maps to do it.

It’s always a good idea to gather tips from other hunters. Make the most of your next hunt by considering these observations from past whitetail seasons.

It’s almost that time of year. Elk hunting is one of North America’s great opportunities, and one of our very best do-it-yourself adventures.

If a hunter isn’t comfortable with his setup, the hunt is much less likely to succeed. Here’s how to pick the right tool for your next elk hunt.