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Trout Fishing

How to Catch Trout in High Water and Blown-Out Rivers

Understanding how high water affects browns and rainbows can help you overcome those sudden bumps

Wildlife Management

Feds Planning to Gather Whole Herds of Free-Roaming Horses in Checkerboard Region of Wyoming

The BLM's new management plan, which entails the "permanent removal" of two herds, faces continued challenges because of conflicting interests on public and private land

Turkey Hunting

My Buddy Took Me Turkey Hunting, Then Shot My Bird Out from Under Me

During the golden age of turkey hunting, I headed South to hunt turkeys with a new acquaintance. He wasn't all that impressed with my turkey skills

Evoke by Christensen Arms: Precision Has Never Been This Accessible

This sub-$1,000 bolt-action shoots above its class, delivering when it matters most.

Wildlife Management

Corrections Officer Arrested for Poaching Big Bucks in New Hampshire

The NH Antler and Skull Trophy Club removed two of Travis Cushman’s records after his arrest

Policy & Legislation

Congress Is Seriously Considering Public Land Sales as Part of Its New Budget

“If you’re in a community that has public lands in and around it, you could be caught up in a mandate to sell lands that have nothing to do with addressing housing costs”

Wildlife Management

Wyoming Ranchers Are Getting Paid to Let Elk Graze Their Land

Conservationists are working to move elk away from Wyoming’s disease-prone feedgrounds by paying ranchers to host them on private land

Bass Fishing

How to Fish a Swim Jig: A Complete Guide on Rigging and Setups

When fishing for bass in and around grass, a swim jig is hard to beat

Wildlife Management

Oregon’s 7-Hour Fishing Season Ends with 2,500 Pounds of Illegally-Caught Smelt Seized by Police

Overharvesting was rampant during the brief fishing window, with authorities confiscating more than 12,000 of the small, silvery fish from poachers

Turkey Hunting

No, You Can’t Really Age Adult Turkeys. Here’s Why

Experts weigh in on how to age a turkey, which — as it turns out — is more guesswork than actual science

Big Game Hunting

Deer and Elk Hunters in Washington State Can No Longer Hunt Over Bait

Big-game hunters are also banned from using other attractants like urine-based lures

Rifles

Use the ‘Rule of Why’ to Help You Buy a Used Gun at a Fair Price

Not sure if you found a great bargain or you're getting fleeced? Here's what to look for when shopping for a used shotgun or rifle — particularly those with wood stocks and blued barrels

Largemouth Bass

How to Fish the Carolina Rig: A Complete Guide

During the dog days of summer, this forgotten bass fishing technique can help you fool the most sluggish bass into biting

Turkey Hunting

Wild Turkeys Are Dumb. Change My Mind

A turkey hunting story from the OL archives ruffles feathers among readers

Wilderness Survival

I Was Lost for 6 Days with No Food or Fire in the Idaho Backcountry

When my buddy and I finally set out on our first elk hunt, we're quickly separated from our guide. It doesn't take long to realize we're in serious trouble

Policy & Legislation

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to Rehire Fired Employees with Backpay

The mass rehiring of probationary employees means that many of the critical federal programs benefitting America's fish and wildlife should move forward with adequate staffing

Policy & Legislation

Hundreds of Elected Officials Out West Urge Feds to Protect Public Lands

A bipartisan group of Western leaders is calling for a "more balanced approach to public land management" amid federal cuts and proposals to sell off federally owned lands

Trucking Into Spring

Ensuring you make it to your perfect spring getaway spot.

Turkey Hunting

Podcast: You’re Not Calling Turkeys Aggressively Enough, and More Tips From Shane Simpson

Forget playing it safe. When it comes to hunting pressured birds, try cutting loose (but with realistic calling)

Wildlife Management

Wolves Ranged into 14 Colorado Counties Even as Petition to Halt Reintroduction Advances

There are now 27 gray wolves wearing GPS collars in Colorado, and they're making tracks all across the western part of the state