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A versatile riflescope can be used for hunting, target shooting, and even personal defense. Here’s our top picks for the hottest hunting scopes of the year

These three states have plenty of goats, access, and OTC tags

These firearms are all ideal for strapping to a saddle and hauling around the backcountry

Former U.S. Army sergeant Vincent Hancock is the only shooter in Olympic history to win multiple golds in skeet. Here's how he did it

Invasive carp continue to thrive, but biologists are trying to find and remove eggs in order to curtail populations

It's never too early to begin teaching archery to kids who show an interest in the outdoors

The top calibers and bullets for pronghorn antelope hunting

The Shimano Nasci is one of the best saltwater spinning reels under $100.

A tournament angler just broke the recently-set Maryland state swordfish record with a buzzer-beater fish

You can land a giant from shore if you know the right locations to target

Hunters don’t often get sick from the game they hunt, so it can be tough to identify the source when it does happen

The American eel is an uncommon catch in Missouri, but the freshwater fish is native to the state

Few anglers respect the bowfin, but Chase Soptelean's mudfish is an eye-popper

You’re ready for hunting season, but make sure you are also ready to preserve the meat, horn, and hide once your target critter is on the ground

With just a little information to go on, a Michigan DNR officer tracked down and rescued a severely injured hunter who had been trying to retrieve his treestand

If you're a hunter or angler with a commute and a family to consider, the Bronco Sport might be the ideal SUV for your outdoor pursuits

You definitely don't want to swim with these fishes

It has never been the most popular lever gun load, but the .300 Savage retains more energy at longer distances than its closest competitors

Adak is a spectacular weather-beaten island that shelters sea ducks, ptarmigan, and caribou. It’s also a staggering monument to humanity’s impact that will stand for generations to come

Montana hunting starts this month, and the six-week archery season begins Sept. 4. But fires and extreme drought may impact animals and access