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Missouri shortnose gar world record from Lake of the Ozarks
Freshwater

Bowfisherman Takes World-Record Shortnose Gar in Missouri’s Lake of the Ozarks

Rich Porter's fish is the largest shortnose gar ever taken by any method

saltwater croc thrashes australian piggy
Climate & Environment

Feral Hogs Are Invasive Pests, But They’ve Helped Australia’s Saltwater Crocs Rebound

Researchers point to one good thing about feral hogs: at least they're edible

hunter shooting crossbow
Bow Hunting Gear

Ravin R10 Crossbow Review

The Ravin R10, Ravin’s best crossbow for the money, offers performance for a reasonable price

A black crossbow set up in a hunting blind
Bow Hunting Gear

Wicked Ridge NXT 400: Premium Performance, Budget Price

The Wicked Ridge NXT 400 is an accurate crossbow that shoots 400 fps and has an affordable price tag

A black Ravin R29X crossbow
Bow Hunting Gear

Crossbow Review: Ravin R29X

With a strong size-to-power ratio, the Ravin R29X may be the best all-around crossbow for hunters

Angler wades in stream by barbed-wire fence
Public Lands & Waters

“I’d Have to Bury You Out Here.” The New Mexico Stream Access Battle Is Far From Over

The state Supreme Court declared that private landowners cannot exclude the public from streams running through private lands. But anglers legally fishing those streams may still face intimidation and threats

A bear bit a camper's head.
Survival

“Cowboy Camper” Wakes Up with His Head in a Black Bear’s Jaws

“I was in my underwear, bleeding like a stuck pig, screaming and running at this log cabin in the middle of nowhere.”

Hunting outfitter Stephen Hicks.
Wildlife Management

Alaska Hunting Guide Sentenced to Six Months in Prison

Stephen Hicks was found guilty of multiple wildlife crimes, including guiding hunters after his license was revoked

Are fixed or replaceable blade hunting knives better?
Hunting Gear

What’s Better, Replaceable or Fixed Blade Hunting Knives?

Honestly, you should carry both. But if you have to pick one, consider these pros and cons before your next hunt

Wyoming whitetail season.
Mule Deer Hunting

Deer Hunting Season 2022 Forecast: A State-by-State Guide

Here's our state-by-state breakdown of deer hunting conditions and hotspots for the 2022 season

Jack O'Connor with a lion
Big Game Hunting

The Coolest Old Jack O’Connor Photos from the Outdoor Life Archives

These are the best photographs of the legendary shooting editor from our archives, many of which have remained unpublished until now

north american catfish collage
Catfish Fishing

The Biggest North American Catfish of All Time

A look at some of the biggest North American catfish ever caught

Best bobber
Freshwater

The Best Bobbers for Catching More Fish

If you’re older than 10, it’s time to ditch the plastic red-and-white bobber

Treble hook
Freshwater

The 6 Most Common Ways Fishing Leads to Injuries, Stitches, and Emergency Room Visits

Here’s how to avoid getting stuck, slashed, and cut while you're fishing

Two fishermen on the beach, one holding a rod, the other a fish, with a drone above them.
Freshwater

Will Drones Take Over Fishing or Be Banned From It?

Drones have become more popular for fishing all over the world. Some states are now banning their use

magazine pages showing cougar attacking hunter
Cougar Hunting

My Greatest Hunting Adventure: A Cougar Nightmare, From the Archives

The four lions that found my camp gave me no choice; I had to hunt all of them

The Howa Model 1500 HS Carbon Fiber
Hunting Rifles

Howa Model 1500 HS Carbon Fiber Rifle, Tested and Reviewed

The long-running Model 1500 gets a carbon-wrapped barrel and HS Precision Stock. Here’s how it performed

The author hold up a juvenile red fish.
Redfish Fishing

How to Catch Inshore Redfish, Trout, and Flounder from a Kayak

Saltwater kayak fishing in the marshes and flats of ocean bays was popular long before bass anglers came on the scene. Here’s why and where to target three popular species

Crocodile hunt.
Predator Hunting

Hunting the Nile Crocodile in Zambia

Nile Crocodiles are one of the most underrated game animals in all of Africa. Here's the story of a spot-and-stalk croc hunt

A Wisconsin-caught chinook salmon.
Salmon and Steelhead Fishing

Angler Lands Heaviest Chinook Salmon Caught in Wisconsin Since 1994

The big fish weighed almost as much as the state-record Chinook