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
Elk Hunting
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
The Best Hunting Boots Guaranteed to Dominate Any Terrain
Getting to the top of the mountain, across the farm, or miles into the backcountry takes more than tough leather. Conversely, the best hunting boots are packed with features to keep your feet warm (or cool), dry, and comfortable, and at the same time are rugged enough to handle the abuses of harsh weather and rough terrain. Face it, although often overlooked, footwear is the … [Read more...] about The Best Hunting Boots Guaranteed to Dominate Any Terrain
Expert Tips for Shooting a Bull from a Treestand
You’ve done all your homework, found the perfect hotspot, set it up to perfection, and now it is time to kill a bull. Now is the time for all your hard work and patience to pay off. For the ultimate success, follow these expert tips for shooting a bull from a treestand. Tip One: Get the Angle Hunting out of a tree stand for elk is somewhat of a controlled environment. … [Read more...] about Expert Tips for Shooting a Bull from a Treestand
Top Tips to Hunt Elk From a Stand
While the majority of elk hunters prefer to call or spot-and-stalk their quarry, taking a stand can also be a productive hunting method. Regardless of stand choice -- stick-built, ground blind, or treestand -- sitting over a water source during the rut has its merits. The following are tips to make the most of your stand hunting experience this elk season. Boost … [Read more...] about Top Tips to Hunt Elk From a Stand
Boots on the Ground for Elk
Once I have a list of potential areas to check out, it is time to get out into the field. I look for places that are hard to get to and are out of the way. I typically look for spots 2-4 miles from any major road system. I've hunted a few spots closer to roads if they require a steep climb or river crossing to get to them. Most hunters are not willing to put forth the … [Read more...] about Boots on the Ground for Elk
Elk From Above
Often overlooked, a treestand over an elk hot spot may help you punch your tag this fall. In today's digital world, it is easy to find information on elk hunting tactics. “Online experts” cover tactics like calling and decoying; the internet is saturated with information on these popular subjects. However, one elk hunting tactic that is overlooked is the use of a treestand … [Read more...] about Elk From Above
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
All-New 2021 Can-Am Commander
All-New 2021 Can-Am Commander All-New 2021 Can-Am Commander The Ultimate Off-Road Vehicle You've Been Waiting for: All-New 2021 Can-Am Commander is Built for Those Who PlayHard and Work Hard BRP (TSX: DOO; NASDAQ: DOOO) first entered the side-by-side vehicle category in 2010 with the launch of the Can-Am Commander. Ten years and an incredible number of … [Read more...] about All-New 2021 Can-Am Commander
Mystery Ranch Tech Holster
Mystery Ranch Tech Holster Mystery Ranch Tech Holster Safely Bring Technology to the Field with the MYSTERY RANCH Tech Holster Mystery Ranch is pleased to add the Tech Holster to its growing line of hunting-specific accessories. Topography lines and other important pieces of information and tools are accessed via digital technology in today's outdoor pursuits. … [Read more...] about Mystery Ranch Tech Holster