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Two old school hunters drag out a mule deer
Mule Deer Hunting

McRae in Montana: Two Botched Shots and One Chance at Redemption on Mountain Mule Deer

After our former optics editor blows an opportunity on a nice mule deer buck, he receives a curious omen and another chance

Roy Scheider and Richard Dreyfuss stand next to a giant man-eating great white from the movie Jaws.
Shark Fishing

The Weirdest Things Ever Found Inside a Shark’s Stomach

From a suit of steel armor to an entire pet spaniel, sharks have been eating vast and varied junk (including mysterious body parts) for centuries

The author testing one of the best glocks.
Handguns

Glock 17 vs Glock 19: Comparing the OG Glocks

The G17 and G19 are nearly identical, but they each have different pros and cons. Here's what prospective Glock buyers need to know

A flock of pintails on a California wetland.
Wildlife Management

Federal Officials Confirm Botulism Outbreak at Klamath Refuges, with 20,000 Birds Dead So Far

Refuge managers are now concerned about a dual outbreak since avian flu was detected there in July

pawpaw fruit
Foraging & Gardening

Pawpaw Fruit: Here’s How (and Why) to Forage for Pawpaw This Fall

Pawpaw is common throughout much of America's forests, and it's a highly underrated fruit. Here's how to start foraging for it

Bill McRae holds up a resolution wheel.
Opinion

Remembering Bill McRae, the Godfather of Modern Sporting Optics

Outdoor Life’s optics editor emeritus William McRae has died. He was a leading light in the development of sports optics

A surf angler casts out from the beach.
Saltwater Fishing

What Tides Are the Best for Fishing? Here’s What All Saltwater Anglers Need to Know

Looking for salty success on your summer vacation? Before you worry about what to cast, you’ve got to learn to go with the flow

A wolf strolls along a hillside.
Wildlife Management

The Wolf Pack Responsible for the Majority of Livestock Depredations in Colorado Will Be Relocated, Not Killed

Ranchers in the affected counties point to a "troubling trend" of state wildlife managers prioritizing the needs of wolves over livestock growers

A young buck paws at the ground and feeds on acorns.
Whitetail Deer Hunting

Red Oak vs White Oak Trees: What Every Deer Hunter Should Know

Understand the differences between white oak and red oak trees, and you'll understand how these species shape deer behavior — and your hunting strategy — in the fall

A shark hunting
Shark Fishing

Watch: Hammerhead Hunts and Kills Reef Shark in Rare Drone Footage

“That’s a big f*cking shark!”

bass lure trout
Trout Fishing

How to Catch Giant Trout on Bass Lures

Trout are often thought of as finicky feeders, and a lot of the time they can be. But the truth is you can catch some giants using lures and techniques carried over from the bass world

22 ARC AR rifle
Semi-Automatic Rifles

I Built a Pair of 22 ARC Rifles in the AR Platform — and They Were Impressively Accurate

This hot new cartridge was made for gas guns, and putting together your own high-performance rig might be easier than you think

Erik Barber tests the best climbing sticks
Backcountry Hunting Gear

The Best Climbing Sticks of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

These sticks are light, packable, and perfect for mobile hunting

Hiker wears a value ultralight backpack.
Gear

Does Ultralight Gear Have to be Ultra-Expensive?

The extremes of the likes of Hyperlite and Zpacks have given cottage companies a bad wrap with traditional backpackers. Here’s why they’re wrong

Giant shark photos.
Shark Fishing

The Biggest Sharks Ever Caught

We take a look at the some of the heaviest sharks ever caught on a rod-and-reel and certified as world records

Two college fishermen hold up bass at a Bassmaster tournament.
Bass Fishing

Podcast: Why Today’s College Anglers Are Tomorrow’s Bass Pros

Plenty of today's pro bass fishermen came up through the college ranks, and more are on their way. We sat down with the winners of the 2024 Bassmaster College National Championship to talk about their big win on Lake Hartwell and their insight from the college circuit

The author climbs a tree using the Trophyline Hyperlite climbing sticks
Bow Hunting Gear

Trophyline HyperLite Climbing Sticks Review: Ultralight or Ultra Hype?

These new climbing sticks are crazy light (and crazy expensive)

The test team shoots the best overall air rifle on a tripod.
Hunting Gear

The Best Air Rifles of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

We tested 15 air rifles head-to-head over two days

A guy shoots a tan Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod 2 at the range.
Semi-Auto Shotguns

Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod 2 Chisel Stock Review: The Best Tactical Shotgun on the Market

Early-Season Teal Hunting Tactics You’ve Never Tried (But Should)
Duck Hunting

Early-Season Teal Hunting Tactics You’ve Never Tried (But Should)

Here are six tricks that will put more blue-wings on the strap this September