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Stopping A Bear Attack: Bear Defense is More Difficult Than You Think

Stopping A Bear Attack: Bear Defense is More Difficult Than You Think

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Whether it is wild dogs, coyotes, mountain lions, bears or even a viscous domestic dog, get some training in stopping animal attacks and stay aware in order to stay alive.

Taking Hogs: Exit Wounds

Taking Hogs: Exit Wounds

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Even though they’re pigs, they still deserve a humane death, besides, the less time you spend looking for a hit pig is more time spent looking for more pigs!

Study: Trophy Hunting Ban Would Exacerbate Biodiversity Loss in South Africa

Study: Trophy Hunting Ban Would Exacerbate Biodiversity Loss in South Africa

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A new study published last month found that a trophy hunting ban in South Africa could significantly exacerbate biodiversity loss in the country.

Field Test: QAD Integrate MX

Field Test: QAD Integrate MX

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When my new-for-2019 Mathews Vertix arrived with a QAD rest attached to the face of the riser and not mounted to the bow’s Berger hole, my mind was truly blown.

Danner Thorofare Boot Review

Danner Thorofare Boot Review

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You wouldn’t buy a sports car then outfit it with discount tires, the same should go for your feet; footwear is literally where the rubber meets the rocks. Enter the Danner Thorofare.

1,000 Yards from a $500 Rifle - Ruger's American Predator

1,000 Yards from a $500 Rifle – Ruger’s American Predator

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When I unboxed the Predator, I found a skinny little tapered barrel, a light composite stock, and a surprisingly smooth action. I say surprising because there was really nothing remarkable about the rifle other than the action. Admittedly, I did not have high expectations for the predator. It is a deceptively modest gun. Can a rifle that retails for less than $500 makes hits at 1,000 yards?

Knife From A Champion: The WR Fighter From Wolf River Forge Reviewed

Knife From A Champion: The WR Fighter From Wolf River Forge Reviewed

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As a gun nut, one of the things I take for granted is the value of a good blade. Because I am also an avid hunter, I am reminded yearly of this very thing. I have spent years of my life testing various blades, and most of them have left me wanting more from a knife. My current opinion is that a person needs many for a variety of applications, outfits, and events. You know, for specific tasks and fashion demands.

Squirrel Hunting - How to Do It

Squirrel Hunting – How to Do It

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Most small game hunters start chasing squirrels only when the leaves fall off the trees and they are easier to locate in the canopy. I too love to chase these fuzzy tailed critters in the winter months, but if you want a challenge and some early season fun, I would suggest you get into the woods when the leaves are still on.

My .410 Experience: Going Small Bore for Big Toms

My .410 Experience: Going Small Bore for Big Toms

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I ordered a new .410 shotgun and a selection of shells, did some testing and patterning, and then headed afield to see if I could bring down a tom or jake with the little-bitty scattergun.

Field Tested: Rocky Waterproof Snakeproof Boots

Field Tested: Rocky Waterproof Snakeproof Boots

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If you hunt snake areas, do yourself a favor and consider these classic snake boots. Your life could depend upon it—literally.