I had an opportunity to go back East this spring and chase the larger and more popular Eastern Turkey. I found myself on an Indiana family farm in late April. The Indiana turkey season opens up much later than most midwestern states.
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How to Assemble an Awesome Bivy-Hunting Setup – Part One: Camping & Sleeping Gear
Updated: March 1, 2020To bivy hunt effectively, you must have the right gear. It’s got to be good stuff, and most importantly of all, it must be super lightweight because more often than not you’ll be carrying it all on your back.
Leupold SX-5 Santiam HD 27-55x80mm Angled Spotting Scope Full Review
Updated: March 1, 2020When hunting in the western states, the terrain is vast, open and hard to reach. Because of this, optics are an extremely important asset. To be more specific, good optics are important. In order to see bighorn sheep up in the deepest cirques behind the highest peaks, or mule deer feeding out of the dark timber across the canyon, a hunter needs an optic that will provide superior edge to edge clarity, light transmission and resolution to help them claim success in the field. This is where the Leupold SX-5 Santiam HD came into play!
Nosler M48 Mountain Carbon Rifle: Anything but Ordinary
Updated: March 1, 2020You would expect to get a lot of rifle for anything wearing this price tag, and with this gun, you will. Here’s a closer look at what makes this rifle worthy of its price.
The Ultimate AR for Coyote Hunting
Updated: March 1, 2020Over the last decade, the AR platform has gained popularity among coyote hunters and it’s easy to see why. Ideal cartridge size, semi-automatic capabilities, and the ability to customize the rifle are just a few of the reasons why black rifles have found a home in the world of coyote hunting.
Field Test: Badlands Vario System
Updated: March 1, 2020During my treks across the West, I’ve tested more backpacks than Justin Bieber has hair gels. Why? Simple, a good pack can make the difference between an enjoyable hunt and a miserable one, especially once the game is put down.
Sure Shot Game Calls Cowboy Classic Limited Edition – SHOT Show 2020
Updated: February 10, 2020The Signature Cowboy Classic comes in a wooden display box with a hidden hinge system and magnetic latch. The call itself is made from high grade walnut with a flat finish and features a laser engraved James Fernandez’s signature with call number and Sure Shot logo.
The Affordable Safari; Your African Dream Hunt, Part I
Updated: February 10, 2020An African safari is just about every hunter’s dream – the ultimate hunting experience. A chance to see and chase game we’ve only seen on TV, online, or in a zoo may seem out of reach or above the average hunter’s paygrade. I recently found out that was not actually the case.
More Accurate Than An AK-47??? Ravin’s R29X Crossbow – SHOT Show 2020
Updated: February 10, 2020Ravin’s R29X crossbow may be more accurate at 100 yards than most AK-47’s. The R29X shoots a 400grain arrow at 450 feet per second and makes 3″ groups at 100 yards.
Rock River Arms – BOLT ACTION! – SHOT Show 2020
Updated: February 10, 2020For the first time in its storied history, Rock River Arms has tossed its hat into the bolt-gun arena, and all signs point a winner.