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Hunting Rifles

There’s No Such Thing as a ‘Stopping Rifle’

Some guns are more effective than others at putting down dangerous game, but there's not one rifle you can absolutely count on when a wild animal charges

Guns

The 8 Best Hunting Guns that Double as Self-Defense Firearms

Dual-purpose guns you can depend on in the backcountry and at home

Hunting Rifles

.260 Remington vs. 6.5 Creedmoor: It’s All About Understanding Rifle Twist Rates

It might not win in a popularity contest, but the .260 Rem. is beginning to gain traction with hunters

Freshwater

How To Catch a 50-Pound Striper From The Surf

Fishing legend Alberto Knie's 10 tips for hooking into monster striped bass

Hunting Rifles

8 of the Hottest New Hunting Cartridges for 2021 and Beyond

Which one of these new rounds will be the next big thing in the shooting world?

Freshwater

The Ultimate Guide to Fishing the Great Lakes this Summer

There’s a revival going on in the Great Lakes. Here’s how to get in on the action

Largemouth Bass

How to Fish for Bass Like a Pro: Spinnerbait Tips from Kevin VanDam

Expert fishing tips from the big-bass catching legend, plus seven of the best spinnerbaits

Whitetail Deer Hunting

11 Strategies For Growing The Perfect Deer Food Plot

A guide for creating better whitetail food plots no matter where you hunt

Shotguns

Expert Shotgun Shooting Tips from Trap, Skeet, and Sporting Clays Pros

Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a world-class competitor, these trap and skeet shooting tips from some of the nation’s most accomplished shotgun shooters will help you improve your game.

Big Game Hunting

Planning to Hunt Alaska Someday? Here’s Why Caribou Should Be Your First Trip

Caribou are the gateway big-game animal for hunting Alaska

Hunting Rifles

The Most Iconic Rifles and Cartridges from African Safaris

Classic bullets and guns from the greatest big-game continent

Hunting Dogs

The Tale of Jake and Belle: A Hunting Dog Story You Haven’t Heard Before

There’s a deep, rich history of African American dog trainers in the South. It’s time to face the beauty, and ugliness, of those origins

Shotguns

6 Tips for Becoming a Crack Shot with Your Shotgun Inside 40 Yards

Don’t just head to the shooting range the week before bird season begins. This program will make you a more effective wingshooter than ever

Public Lands & Waters

The Senate Is About to Pass a Bill That Will (Finally) Fund Public Lands and Ease Maintenance Backlogs in National Parks

The Great American Outdoors Act would permanently fund LWCF and address failing public-land infrastructure

Guns

The Best Truck Guns: 15 Guns for Your Pickup

A customized MK107 Mod 2-M pistol in .223 leads the charge in this rundown of best guns for your truck

Concealed Carry

4 Things You Need to Concealed Carry a Handgun (Comfortably) in Hot Weather

Here’s how to pack heat safely and comfortably in the warmer months

Rifle Ammo

Federal’s FireStick Will Be a Game Changer in the Muzzleloader Hunting World

Many states will allow the FireStick to be used during regular muzzleloader seasons as a way to get more hunters in the field

Fishing

10 Common Parasites and Diseases Found in Game Fish (and What You Need to Know About Them)

There are a variety of pathogens infesting the waters we fish, and these are some of the parasites and infections anglers are most likely to see in the fish they catch

Survival Skills

10 Primitive Survival Skills that Will Keep You Alive

Don’t rely solely on modern technology and gear in a survival situation

Largemouth Bass

How to Catch a Giant Bass this Weekend

Major League Fishing’s Andy Montgomery’s advice on catching the biggest bass of your life