Make memories this Father's Day, year! Each year, as Father's Day approaches, my mind conjures up time spent with my two--now-grown--sons. Though we have many memories together, those most special to me are the ones spent hunting together. Likewise, most of my special memories as a child stem from hunts with my stepfather. From an early age, I accompanied him on several … [Read more...] about Father’s Day Memories
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The Best Rifles for Hunting Whitetail or the West
When it comes to selecting the best rifles for hunting -- factory rifles included -- today’s hunters never had it so good. My first “real” deer rifle was an old pre-’64 Winchester Model 70 chambered in .270 that was my dad’s pride and joy. He bought it when he got out of the navy after serving in WWII and gave it to me when I was in high school in the late 1960s. I could not … [Read more...] about The Best Rifles for Hunting Whitetail or the West
Franchi Momentum Review: The Elite is Improved, Awesome
The Franchi Momentum Elite is gaining ... Momentum. To establish the review of the Franchi Momentum, here is a little history of the brand. With a long history -- over 150 years -- of gun-making, Franchi is well-known for its premium semi-auto and over-under shotguns. Recently, Franchi added a bolt-action rifle to its lineup of stellar guns, the Momentum. In 2020, Franchi … [Read more...] about Franchi Momentum Review: The Elite is Improved, Awesome
Profit from Having a New KILO Rangefinder in Your Pocket
Regardless if you are an avid bowhunter or a long-range rifleman, there is not a tool more relied on than a rangefinder. Without one, all shots are simply shots in the dark. Arguably, Sig Sauer has been the leader in rangefinder technology over the last decade. The newest KILO models, both monocular and binocular designs, reflect that industry leadership. Here are a few … [Read more...] about Profit from Having a New KILO Rangefinder in Your Pocket
Hunting Mountains Requires More Willpower but is Thrilling
Hunting mountains is not for the faint of heart. My watch with altimeter read 6,800 feet. We had been hiking for almost two hours at this point with heavy packs and ambition coming out of our ears. Four miles so far lay behind us. Knowing there was only one more mile standing between us and camp elevated our excitement even more. The fact that camp was at 8,800 feet, … [Read more...] about Hunting Mountains Requires More Willpower but is Thrilling
Bowhunt Big Bucks on Public, Get Results This Year
It’s a well-known fact that all but six states in the United States have a huntable population of whitetail deer. A few of these states are better known than others for producing big bucks. Every whitetail populated state has in common public land hunting opportunities. Public land comes in different forms, including county-owned, state-owned, federal-owned, and even … [Read more...] about Bowhunt Big Bucks on Public, Get Results This Year
Hunting Mountain Whitetails: Here are Fundamentals for Killer Success
The quest: whitetail with a bow. Hunting Mountain Whitetails By Jon Gabrio I grew up in Washington, a state that is not known for exceptional whitetail hunting. I was introduced to hunting mountain whitetail by my dad and a few of his buddies in my teenage years. Now, in my early 30’s, I’ve truly grown to love the chase of the elusive Northwest … [Read more...] about Hunting Mountain Whitetails: Here are Fundamentals for Killer Success
Outstanding Whitetail Deer Hunting Gear You Need to Know
Deer Hunting Gear That Survived a West Texas Field Test - A Gear Roundup Last year I had the opportunity to hunt with a small, family-owned and operated outfit in West Texas, Hargrove Hunts, which specializes in reasonably-priced, semi-guided whitetail hunts near Raton, TX. This November found me right back there again -- field testing some cool new deer hunting … [Read more...] about Outstanding Whitetail Deer Hunting Gear You Need to Know
Here are the Top 5 Reasons to Backpack Hunt
A backpack hunt may be just what you need to reinvigorate your soul. My first backpack hunt was a true challenge. With each breath, I could feel the moisture building on the inside of my sleeping bag. Laying awake right before my alarm sounded, I tried to steal any last bit of warmth I could before crawling out of my tent and braving the cold. Not far away, there were … [Read more...] about Here are the Top 5 Reasons to Backpack Hunt
How to Find Late-Season Elk in a Honey Hole
In late-season, knowing where elk herds go as the weather shifts is key to punching your tag. Hunting elk during the late season – when a large portion of rifle seasons are held – has little in common with hunting the bugling bulls of September and early October. When late October arrives, three changes occur in a bull elk’s life that dictates much of its … [Read more...] about How to Find Late-Season Elk in a Honey Hole