DIY duck hunting in the Prairie Pothole Region is still productive if you hunt midweek, target water over dry fields, and scout sections with multiple wetlands across several property lines. Focus on ...

When Colonel Tom Kelly was born in 1927, wild turkeys were a rare site. By the time he killed his first turkey in the swamps around Mobile, Alabama at age 11, the iconic game birds were all but ...

Every hunter has shivered their way through a freezing day in a tree stand or a duck blind at some point. It’s almost a rite of passage. And then, in hopes of never suffering like that again, you ...

When traveling through bear country, an err of caution should always be taken, and for most people, that means carrying items like bear spray and bear canisters. Most of what is recommended for hikers ...

Duck hunting requires a lot of gear. Sheds full of it. Trailers full of it. Hunters need gear to hide from ducks, call them in, chase them down, and get them home. So if you’re shopping for a duck ...

When it comes to traditional archery, recurve bows are hard to beat. In an era where compound bows are continually advancing, recurves keep things simple. These bows provide a challenge for hunters ...

The best 300 Blackout ammo depends on your use case. For deer and hog hunting with copper bullets, Barnes VOR-TX 110-Grain TAC-TX FB is the top pick. For the best heavy-bullet value, Winchester Deer ...

The most challenging part of fall bass fishing is dealing with lake turnover. As summer turns to fall, the surface water cools and becomes colder than the water beneath. This is called ...

Fall bass fishing peaks when cooling water pulls fish shallow to chase baitfish. Topwaters, spinnerbaits, and crankbaits cover the widest range of situations, but the right choice depends on species, ...

For a reliable, customizable rimfire that works for most squirrel hunters, the Ruger 10/22 is the default choice. For classic appeal and a step up in craftsmanship, the Browning SA-22 or Marlin 39A ...

For upland hunters who need durable, lightweight protection, the CUGA Vest is the best overall pick. For duck hunters, the Rig 'Em Right Bloodline Elite Vest leads the category. Blaze orange options ...

For turkey and waterfowl hunters who want maximum versatility, the Mossberg 835 is the best overall pick. For value, the Mossberg 500 is the proven workhorse. Hunters on a tight budget should look at ...