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Knives

The Best Bushcraft Knives, Tested and Reviewed

A bushcraft knife’s primary job is wood processing, and these knives excel at that task

Climate & Environment

‘I Couldn’t Believe It.’ Deer Hunter Finds Prehistoric Mammoth Tusk on West Texas Ranch

The recent discovery adds to our understanding of Columbian mammoths and their natural history in the Lone Star State

Policy & Legislation

As Trump Attempts to Reform Federal Government, Hunters and Anglers Face ‘Unintended Consequences’

The large-scale cuts and resulting uncertainty within federal agencies could lead to loss of public access, stalled conservation funds, and canceled wildlife research

Fishing Gear

Up to 50% off at Bass Pro Shops Spring Fishing Classic

Upgrade your boat's tech for less just in time for spring fishing

Semi-Auto Shotguns

Colorado Gun Owners Will Likely Need a Permit to Purchase Most Semi-Autos

The most recent version of a bill that began as an attempt to ban semi-autos with detachable magazines will now require permits and additional qualifications for ownership on top of regular background checks

Wilderness Survival

Watch a Kayak Fisherman Save Two Dogs from Drowning in an Icy River

Zach Lalonde was in the right place at the right time

Hunting Rifles

Classic Carmichel: The Rebirth of the .45/70

Our former shooting editor covers the comeback of a classic cartridge

Crappie Fishing

How to Catch Crappie

Crappie fishing can be hot all year long if you know where to fish. Here's our ultimate guide on how to catch crappies

Freshwater

Quick Strike Podcast: Early Spring Tricks for Giant Chain Pickerel

Now is the time to score the heaviest toothy underdog of your life. Here's how to pull it off

Gear

The Best Boat Covers of 2026

Protect your boat from UV fade, mildew, dirt, and dust

Bow Hunting Gear

The Best Bow Sights, Tested and Reviewed

We review durable, bright, and light sights for bowhunting

Wildlife Management

Feds Want You to Eat More BBQ Swamp Rat to Save Your Local Marsh

A government spokesperson says nutria "pairs brilliantly" with Zinfandel. We'll add that it's pretty good with light beer, too

Hunting Gear

The Best Turkey Chokes, Tested and Reviewed

Picking the right after-market turkey hunting choke can be complicated. The experts we interviewed will help make it easier

Policy & Legislation

Utah Wants to Prevent Anti-Hunter Takeover by Requiring All Wildlife Board Members to Have a Hunting License

Citing the "efforts to undermine wildlife policy" in Colorado and Washington, the bill’s sponsor argues that if someone is going to make laws around hunting, they should be a hunter themselves

Hunting Dogs

Jim the Wonder Dog, an Otherwise Ordinary Setter, Was the Smartest Dog Who Ever Lived

Most recollections of Jim are of feats beyond ordinary canine capability: He could point quail without training, pick the winners in the Kentucky Derby, and answer most any question. No one knew how he did it

Shotgun Ammo

12 Gauge vs 20 Gauge for Turkey Hunting: An Honest Look at the Data

When it comes to selecting gauges for turkey guns, there are plenty of misconceptions. Here's what hunters need to know

Climate & Environment

The Endangered Species Act Has Been ‘Warped by Decades of Radical Environmental Litigation,’ Says Lawmaker Who Wants to Overhaul It

Republicans have been trying to amend the ESA for decades. This bill — which includes good and bad ideas for wildlife management — has a better shot of passing than past attempts

Trout Fishing

There’s No Place I’d Rather Be Than Rural Ireland, Especially When the Trout Are Rising

Dapping, as the Irish call it, is a simple, lazy, cheap, and exciting way to catch trout

Fishing Gear

‘No One’s Immune.’ Tariffs Set to Wallop the U.S. Fishing Gear Industry

From high-end fly reels to Canadian nightcrawlers, experts say sweeping tariffs will likely disrupt every segment of the U.S. sportfishing industry

Wildlife Management

Colorado Approves Ranchers’ $343K Wolf Compensation Claims, Nearly Draining the State’s Budget for It

More claims from stockgrowers affected by wolf reintroduction are still waiting for approval