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A side-by-side comparison on a paper rifle target of a group of five bullet holes, slightly larger than the tighter group of three bullet holes.
Hunting Rifles

How Accurate Is Your Hunting Rifle, Really? The Case for Shooting 3- and 5-Shot Groups

There are valid reasons for both, but it all comes down to what a hunter is trying to accomplish at the range

By John B. Snow

A large whitetail buck walking through a tall grass field.
Whitetail Deer Hunting

Forget What You Thought You Knew About Hunting Mature Whitetail Bucks (and Start Having More Success)

Scout before the season? Ignore scrapes? Stay out of bedding areas? Not anymore. I changed my public-land deer hunting strategy and started killing more mature bucks

By Tony Hansen

A hunter stands on a hillside scouting and calling for wolves. A forested mountain hillside is in the background.
Wolf Hunting

Ryan Williams Spends the Winter Hunting Wolves in the Idaho Wilderness. Here’s What We Can Learn From Him

Williams' hunting buddies call him ‘Chances with Wolves’

By Andrew McKean

A man hikes through the woods wearing a fanny pack.
Shooting Gear

8 Top Concealed Carry Options for Hikers, Runners, and Cyclists

The ideal concealed carry option for runners and hikers must be comfortable and have good firearm retention

By Mike Dickerson

The hunter's election.
Policy & Legislation

The Hunters’ Election: “We Think This Is the Most Important Election for Sportsmen in Our Lives”

While the presidential candidates clash over gun policy and environmental protections, the biggest concern for outdoorsmen and women might be how those fault lines divide our community

By Andrew McKean

A silhouette of a large elk against a deep sunset with the sun on the horizon.
Elk Hunting

The Complete Guide to Hunting Elk in Eastern States

Hunting for elk in eastern states like Pennsylvania and Arkansas is still limited, but more opportunities are on the way as populations increase

By Tom Carpenter

Three sandhill cranes in flight against a clear blue sky.
Waterfowl Hunting

Want to Hunt Sandhill Cranes? You’re Going to Need Stealth, Ultra Realistic Decoys—and Dog Goggles

Sandhill cranes are the oldest avian species on Earth, and hunting them is becoming the latest and greatest thing in waterfowling

By Andrew McKean

wood duck
Duck Hunting

Hunting the Wood Duck Migration: Northern vs. Southern Tactics

A Midwesterner and a Southerner on their tips for hunting the gorgeous and underrated wood duck

By Alex Robinson, Joe Genzel

A man in glasses and hat looks through a rifle scope.
Competitive Shooting

Q&A with a Precision Rifle Shooter: Here’s How to Get Started Competing in Matches

Precision shooting competitions will make you a more accurate shooter and a better hunter

By Joe Genzel

A hunter smiles and kneels behind a large mule deer in the snow.
Public Lands & Waters

In the Future: There Will Always Be Public Hunting Land in America

The public lands of the United States could represent the greatest accumulation of shared wealth on this planet

By Randy Newberg

A four-wheeled ATV loaded with hunting gear sits atop a hill with a sprawling view of hills and plains in the background.
ATVs

The Ultimate ATV Test: Suzuki’s King Quad 750 AXI Rugged Package vs. Alaska’s Hunting Season

Our resident Alaskan puts this 4x4 through hell while hunting sheep, caribou, and moose. Was it rugged enough for his backcountry pursuits?

By Tyler Freel

A string of sinew on a flat rock surface.
Foraging & Gardening

How to Process and Use Animal Sinew

If you’re stranded in the wild, knowing how to utilize animal ligaments and tendons can help you survive a dangerous situation

By Tim MacWelch

A dead whitetail deer lays in the bed of a hunting truck after a successful hunt.
Deer Hunting

A Strategy for Hunting Mature Bucks on Public Land (That Actually Works in the Real World)

Is life getting in the way of your hunting time? Here’s how to make the most of your deer season on public land

By Tony Hansen

AETi rear slide serrations on a handgun.
Handguns

The 9 Best Aftermarket Modifications for Your Concealed Carry Pistol

Buying an everyday carry gun is just the start. Here are the upgrades you need for a more accurate semi-auto

By Chris Mudgett

A hunter takes a knee behind a dead coyote and a fox at night with a rifle over his raised knee.
Coyote Hunting

Tips from a Predator Pro on Hunting Coyotes and Foxes at Night

Abner Druckenmiller is a skilled hunter with more than 15 years of experience calling varmints close in the dark

By Joe Genzel

A lineup of rifle cartridges against a ridged black background.
Rifle Ammo

The 6 GT Is a New Top Cartridge in the Precision Rifle World

Even for hunters and shooters who don’t follow precision rifle trends, the end result might be a versatile general-purpose round for predators, varmints, and medium-sized game

By John B. Snow

An image of a whitetail buck walking in a field, overlayed with a branding lockup showing the HuntStand app, logo, and tagline: "Give Yourself the Edge"
Deer Hunting

How to Use the Best Hunting App to Find Better Deer Spots

HuntStand™ will help you find a better place to deer hunt, and help you navigate back home

By Tony Hansen

A blue ford pickup truck outfitted with custom attachments and gear.
Trucks

How to Build the Ultimate Hunting Truck

Go anywhere, stay there comfortably, and care for your wild game by turning your truck into a mobile hunt camp

By Wes Siler

Springfield Armory's new Model 2020 Waypoint
Hunting Rifles

Springfield Armory’s Model 2020 Waypoint Is an Accurate New Hunting Rifle with Competition Features

Our Shooting Editor takes a first look at Springfield’s bolt-action rifle

By John B. Snow

Five riflescopes arranged on a grey background.
Rifle Scopes

Are Smart Scopes the Hunting Tool of the Future or Shortcuts to Close-Enough Accuracy?

We tested the latest models of digital riflescopes to help you decide

By Andrew McKean