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Sitka Mountain Hauler 6200 Review

Sitka Mountain Hauler 6200 Review

With outdoor gear companies churning out excursion-size packs at a fevered pitch, I was anxious to get Sitka’s take on the bread and butter of a backcountry hunter’s gear.

Hunting on Private Land? Get Your Landowner Permission Slip Signed!

Hunting on Private Land? Get Your Landowner Permission Slip Signed!

If you’re hunting near or on private land this season, make sure you get permission from the owner(s) before you venture out into the field.

Weatherby Mark V First Lite Review

Weatherby Mark V First Lite Review

Unboxing the test rifle, it was clear at a glance that the First Lite is not Roy Weatherby’s Mark V of yesteryear. The Mark V line got something of a makeover in the last few years, and the result is an updated take on an iconic and distinctly American rifle design.

5 Tips For Packing Gear With Horses & Mules

5 Tips For Packing Gear With Horses & Mules

The thrill in many backcountry hunting trips is having the ability to experience some of the most beautiful, wild country on earth. The slow drumming sound of horse hooves striking the trail will take you far away from civilization. If you are booking an outfitted horse hunt the few tips below may help you to pack and prepare for your backcountry experience more efficiently.

AAC's Newest Suppressor Reviewed: Introducing the Jaeger 30

AAC’s Newest Suppressor Reviewed: Introducing the Jaeger 30

As technology advances, hunters have to keep up in order to maintain any kind of edge that they may have over their competitors when it comes to shooting the biggest bull elk or mule deer buck. AAC has released the Jaeger 30 suppressor in order to cater to the needs and unique style of use that hunters have. This means that the can is made to be rugged, lightweight, compact, versatile and have little or no first round pop.

Hunting with The New 350 Legend Cartridge: Bye, Bye 300 Blackout?

Hunting with The New 350 Legend Cartridge: Bye, Bye 300 Blackout?

The pair of hogs popped out of the South Texas mesquite over 100 yards away and made straight for the deer feeder. I shifted in my seat and got ready for a shot—and for my first hunting experience using the new 350 Legend cartridge from Winchester Ammunition.

Summer Scouting

Summer Scouting

It might seem that hunting season is too far away to start thinking about, but I can tell you that summer can be one of the most critical times to get busy and prepare for the upcoming season. I have three simple summer scouting tips that will help you feel confident and be more successful during your season.

Archery Antelope - Part II - Water Source Inspection

Archery Antelope – Part II – Water Source Inspection

You’ve arrived for your hunt and are eager to go check your water sources. This is what to look for.

Leftover Tags Are A Great Opportunity

Leftover Tags Are A Great Opportunity

When it comes to leftover tags, a little research can go a long way. I have a few tips that can help you wade through the bad units and come up with some potential great second opportunities.

5 Big Mistakes Elk Hunters Make

5 Big Mistakes Elk Hunters Make

Elk hunters take to the field each fall with high hopes of notching their tag on a big bull elk (or even a small bull or cow). Often times success slips through their fingers through a comedy of errors. I’ll cover a few big mistakes that can wreck your hunt, that can easily be avoided.