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Book Review: “CALL ME HUNTER” by Jim Shockey

By Tony Martins CALL ME HUNTER is a “debut” novel by Jim Shockey, a man who is not unfamiliar to consumers of outdoor media and award-winning television productions. For the past 30+ years, he has traveled the world experiencing and documenting a mind-boggling array of cultural diversity with adventures in hunting and wildlife conservation, while promoting a “field-to-table” … [Read more...] about Book Review: “CALL ME HUNTER” by Jim Shockey

Holiday Gear Guide

Despite the procurement panic, there’s still time to give the perfect gift ... on time. We’ve scoured the outdoor marketplace to produce a guide of innovative products that are sure to go from under the tree to the field with a very happy recipient.    Dark Mountain Backcountry Bundle Dark Mountain’s Backcountry Bundle has everything you need to hunt and … [Read more...] about Holiday Gear Guide

2021 Editors’ Choice | Top Lightweight Knives

Whether you hunt whitetail in the Midwest or elk across the Rocky Mountains, you will need a knife to field-dress, skin, or cape, a harvested animal at some point. In fact, every hunter needs a knife. A recent trend in knives is a super-lightweight design. Several manufacturers are making "skeleton" knives that are sub 3.0 oz. with some weighing less than 2.0 oz. Skelton … [Read more...] about 2021 Editors’ Choice | Top Lightweight Knives

5 Hunting Tips for the First Time Western Hunter

While most eastern hunters dream of hunting a big-racked elk, they are best pursued once you have your feet wet on other western hunts. In other words, most successful western hunts won't begin with elk. That will come later once you have developed the much-needed skills and experience. Elk hunting can be brutal. Once you succeed at it though, it can be one of the most … [Read more...] about 5 Hunting Tips for the First Time Western Hunter

9 Signs a Guided Hunt Is Right for You

Few things in life are as thrilling and memorable as hunting for game. Whether you’re in it for the meat, trophy, or sport, game hunting provides an experience that you won’t likely forget for the rest of your life. When going on a hunt, you typically face two choices: a DIY hunt where you do practically everything by yourself and a hunting trip where you get the help of an … [Read more...] about 9 Signs a Guided Hunt Is Right for You

Turkey Hunting: Success Happens Inside the Bubble

Calling is important, but a proper setup is key! By Heath Wood Nothing excites a turkey hunter more than the sound of a majestic gobble echoing through the air. For many, hearing this sound – or actively calling in order to get a tom to make it – is considered essential to success in the turkey-hunting game. No doubt, calling is a crucial part of most successful hunts, … [Read more...] about Turkey Hunting: Success Happens Inside the Bubble

Big Country Bowhunting

Prepare for big country and backcountry bowhunts with these seven tips. This article originally appeared on Bowhunting360.com. By Cassie Gasaway Whether you want to bowhunt big country for deer, elk, bears, moose, or caribou, one thing’s for sure: You must learn the land if you hope to succeed. Patrick Durkin, a freelance magazine writer, and syndicated newspaper … [Read more...] about Big Country Bowhunting

Model 70 Long Range MB

Model 70 Long Range MB (Muzzle Brake) Model 70 Long Range MB (Muzzle Brake) The newest Model 70 variant from Winchester Repeating Arms comes in the form of the new Model 70 Long Range MB (Muzzle Brake). This new rifle features a fluted, heavy sporter barrel with a 5/8"x 24 threaded muzzle and muzzle brake. The free-floating, matte blued barrel is 24" long and has a … [Read more...] about Model 70 Long Range MB