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Get your kids a shotgun that fits.
Shotguns

The 7 Best Shotguns for Young Hunters

It's critical to start your young shooter off right with a shotgun that fits them properly

We tested the best flannel shirts.
Camping Gear

We Tested the Best Flannel Shirts for the Outdoors

If you’re looking for the perfect trail to tavern mid-layer check out these button downs

Remington Arms plant in Ilion, New York
Guns

RemArms to Close Historic Remington Gun Plant in Ilion, New York

After 195 years, RemArms announced it was shuttering operations at its Ilion factory, affecting hundreds of employees

The best saltwater spinning reels are durable and last a lifetime.
Fishing Reels

The Best Saltwater Spinning Reels, Tested

Get more power, tougher bodies and better casting performance with these reels

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Baits, Lures, & Flies

Easy Fishing Gear Hacks

Catch more fish and keep your gear in prime shape longer with these simple tips

The author snowshoes with one of the best winter backpacks.
Camping Gear

The Best Winter Backpacks of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

Find a backpack specifically designed for your favorite winter activity

We tested the best lightweight hiking boots.
Adventure

The Best Lightweight Hiking Boots

Find a pair of kicks that won’t weigh you down with our tried and true picks

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Big Game Hunting

Bowhunter Tags Double Palmated Buck After Passing It Two Years in a Row

Shauna Woodward finally caught up with the deer she called "Moose" in South Dakota this season

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Rifle Ammo

Handgun Hunting 101: The Gear, Cartridges, and Tips You Need to Get Started

Getting within range of game and making a killing shot with a handgun requires tack-sharp shooting and stalking skills. This is what makes hunting with a firearm you carry in a holster addictive and fun.

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Big Game Hunting

New York Hunter Gets a Second Chance on This 180-Inch Buck

“I was shaking so bad I missed him clean, sending my arrow three feet over his back”

Shallow Divers
Baits, Lures, & Flies

Beginner’s Guide to Crankbaits

And The OL 25 Winner Is…
Hunting

And The OL 25 Winner Is…

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Climate & Environment

Breach or Die: It’s Time to Free the Lower Snake River and Save Idaho’s Wild Salmon

An Idaho river trip yields a few fish and a simple—if inconvenient—solution to a man-made problem

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Public Lands & Waters

Conservation vs Preservation: What’s the Difference?

Despite their tendency to clash, these two approaches to wildlife, habitat, and natural resource management have more in common than you might think

NewAge Products Gun Cabinet Review
Shooting Gear

NewAge Products Gun Cabinet Review

This roomy gun locker will keep even large, bulky firearms organized and secure

CelluCORE Trailcam

Seeking Sun

Recharge with Bushnell’s solar trail cam.

Korkers ice fishing boots
Fishing Gear

The Best Ice Fishing Boots of 2026

These boots keep you comfortable and mobile on the ice

The Best Outdoor Deep Fryers, Tested and Reviewed
Camping Gear

The Best Outdoor Deep Fryers, Tested and Reviewed

Fry your freshly caught fish on a lake shore or river bank with these outdoor deep fryers

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Whitetail Deer Hunting

Bowhunter Tags Giant Kansas Buck with Double Drop-Tines

Nicknamed "Paraglider," the massive buck had a green score of 235 inches

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Whitetail Deer Hunting

How to Hunt Big Bucks Over Bait

Yes, you can effectively hunt mature bucks over bait. Here's how to do it, and some considerations for whether you should