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Two dead sawfish found dead in Florida.
Saltwater Fishing

Endangered Sawfish Are Dying in the Florida Keys and Scientists Aren’t Sure Why

Experts have been investigating an outbreak of sick and dying fish with "the spins" since January. They still don't know what's causing it

Two men paddle a canoe across Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge.
Climate & Environment

Feds Say Mining Company Can’t Divert 1.4 Million Gallons Water per Day from Georgia Wildlife Refuge

The controversial mine, proposed for an area adjacent to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, has been battle ground for state and federal regulators since plans emerged in 2019

Iditarod musher Dallas Seavey with his team of dogs.
Animal Attacks

5-Time Iditarod Champion Kills a Moose, Guts It Mid-Race

After a moose became entangled with his sled-dog team, Dallas Seavey had to shoot it and, per race rules, field dress it

A wildlife biologist next to a breeding ball; holding up a Burmese python.
Wildlife Management

Florida Python Trackers Remove Two Giant Mating Balls in Record Day of Snake Hunting

As the war against invasive Burmese pythons rages on in the Everglades, wildlife researchers are relying on scout snakes to help them hold the line more than ever

Brian Beckstead casts on the shore of a mountain lake.
Trail Running

Ultra Fishing: Meet the Trail Runner Who Covers 25 Miles in a Day to Catch Unpressured Trout

What happens when you stick an 8-piece fly rod, some flies, tippet, and hemostats in your running vest? You get to your fishing spot in half the time

Walther PDP Steel Frame Match 5-inch
Handguns

Walther PDP Steel Frame Match Review: A New Level for Striker-Fired Pistols

This heavyweight match gun has one of the nicest triggers you’ll find on any production striker-fired pistol

An orca swims by itself.
Wildlife Management

Watch: Orca Kills and Eats Great White Shark on Its Own, Stunning Scientists

Researchers who have been following the orca for years say its the first time anyone has seen a killer whale hunt a great white solo

A sign with Smoky the Bear warns of fire risk.
Public Lands & Waters

Here’s Why No One Can Agree on How to Manage America’s Old Growth Forests

The Biden administration's plan to climate-proof old growth and mature forests generates mixed opinions from the conservation community

A gray wolf walks through the snow in Yellowstone National Park.
Wildlife Management

Montana Authorities Are Investigating a Suspected Wolf Poaching Near Yellowstone

Game wardens found the dead wolf roughly a month after the wolf hunting and trapping quota was reached in the region

A bass pro fishes from his bass boat.
Opinion

Elite Series Angler Riles the Industry by Sharing ‘the Truth’ About Professional Bass Fishing

Many professional bass anglers aren’t making a living. Here’s why that could be a problem for the future of the sport

A search and rescue training operation
Wilderness Survival

Hikers and Backpackers in the American West Hit Their Garmin InReach SOS Button Most Often

The largest growing segment of SOS users, however, is motorists

Hiking is the most accessible way to get out the door and into nature.
Gear

The Best Men’s Hiking Shoes of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

On or off trail, the best men’s hiking shoes have the grip and comfort to take you to your destination

Poached deer antlers rest on the hood of a police vehicle.
Wildlife Management

Tennessee Man Who Poached 20 Deer from the Road, Threatened to Kill a Landowner Gets Lifetime Hunting Ban

The 22-year-old also forfeited firearms, owes thousands in restitution, and will serve jailtime

We tested the best men's waterproof boots.
Fishing Gear

The Best Men’s Waterproof Boots of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

Find the best weather resistant boots for hiking, fishing, hunting, and more

A deer disease like arterial worm makes this deer have puffy cheeks.
Wildlife Management

9 Deer Diseases Every Hunter Should Know

When it comes to staying healthy, deer don’t have it easy. Here are some of the most common diseases wild deer can develop. (Graphic image warning)

A group of anglers with an all-white (leucistic) sailfish.
Saltwater Fishing

Anglers Catch All-White ‘Billfish Unicorn’ Off the Coast of Guatemala

Even in the sailfish capital of the world, a leucistic sailfish is an incredibly rare catch

Fischer hoists bass
Bass Fishing

Breaking Bass: Kristine Fischer’s Rise to Kayak-Fishing Fame

She risked it all just to make it as a pro kayak tournament angler. Now Kristine Fischer just might be the rising star the sport needs

Angler releases giant king salmon in Argentina.
Salmon and Steelhead Fishing

Watch: ‘Absolute Beast’ of a King Salmon Proves Why the Next World Record Will Come from Argentina

A one-of-a-kind fishery in a remote corner of Patagonia is slowly gaining more attention from record-seeking salmon anglers around the world

We tested two of the best climbing tree stands head to head.
Gear

The Best Climbing Tree Stands

Get mobile and fine-tune your stand location with one of these climbers

Two dogs wear the best dog harnesses for hiking.
Camping Gear

The Best Dog Harnesses for Hiking of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

We tested harnesses to see which is the easiest on you, and your dog