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Lay of the Land: Waterfowl Hunting Prep

Lay of the Land: Waterfowl Hunting Prep

From habitat management to the hunt, a Ranger makes it better.

Weedoo cleans weeds from Oklahoma pond
Climate & Environment

Watch: This “Skid Steer on Water” Removes Weeds from Public Fishing Areas

A Weedoo is the heavy machinery you didn't know you needed

gallatin river access dispute montana
Public Lands & Waters

In a Tale as Old as the West, Wealthy Californians Moved to Montana and Blocked Historic River Access

A conflict in the state’s richest valley pitted out-of-state landowners against local hunters and anglers over a few crucial feet of land

The best spinning rods were tested for their sensitivity, casting distance, and accuracy.
Fishing Rods

The Best Spinning Rods of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

Most of these rods can be used for panfish, walleye, stripers, and light saltwater use

Best Calibers for Elk Hunting
Shooting Gear

The Best Elk Hunting Calibers of 2025

Here’s a list of some of the most notable cartridges for elk hunting

We tested the Shimano Tranx 150HD.
Fishing Reels

Shimano Tranx 150HG Review: A Versatile and Durable Baitcaster

We review a baitcaster that excels in fresh and saltwater

elevated deer blind
Deer Hunting

How to Build an Affordable and Portable Deer Blind

This elevated deer blind build is easy to construct, costs about $500, and it fits in the back of an F-150

Woman attacked by a river otter in a hospital bed, with her face blurred.
Animal Attacks

Woman Who Was Brutally Attacked by River Otter Shares Graphic Photos

“I have more stitches in my body than I can count. But I am lucky, and I am grateful, and I am alive”

A woman is holding a giant catfish.
Fishing Rods

The Best Catfish Rods of 2025

Land more catfish with these rods

The best frog lures illicit blowups from bass in thick cover
Baits, Lures, & Flies

The Best Frog Lures of 2025

Use the right frog to get more bites, and land more fish

The best bass jigs catch big bass in a variety of situations
Baits, Lures, & Flies

The Best Bass Jigs of 2025

A simple skirted leadhead might be the most versatile lure of all time—if you use the proper type

Where to shoot an elk with a bow.
Elk Hunting

Where to Shoot an Elk With a Bow

Learn the basics of elk shot placement from John Dudley

The best frog rods and lures.
Fishing Rods

The Best Frog Rods of 2025

Miss fewer hook sets and pull any fish from matted vegetation with these rods

Dall sheep in Alaska
Policy & Legislation

Feds Seek to Close More Alaska Public Lands to Sheep Hunters Just Days Before the Season Opens

Without providing any opportunity for public input, The Federal Subsistence Board will consider closing more NPS lands to sheep hunting

ultra-high-heat cooking venison
Wild Game Recipes

Is Ultra-High Heat Really the Best Way to Cook Venison?

We tested three different high-heat cooking methods to see which would prevail. The result might surprise you

Savage model 110 carbon predator target shooting
Hunting Rifles

Savage Model 110 Carbon Predator, Tested and Reviewed

This carbon-barreled Model 110 is among the most accurate factory hunting rifles we've ever tested

how to make bone broth
Wild Game Recipes

How to Make Bone Broth

Whether you’re making the most of fresh meat or clearing out freezer space, here’s what to do with all those leftover bones

An illustration of a giant kansas buck
Trophy Deer

No Man’s Land: The Hunt for a Giant Kansas Buck

A huge buck, a botched shot, and a tiny Midwestern town where the good old days of deer hunting still endure

Demonstrating how to sharpen a pocket knife
Knives

How to Sharpen a Pocket Knife

Learn the basics of sharpening with stones or a guided sharpening system

We tested the Mystery Ranch Bridger 65.
Camping Gear

Mystery Ranch Bridger 65: Comfort Meets Durability

Thoughtful features and a comfortable fit made this one of our testers’ top picks despite its weight and price