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A Mexican wolf stands in tall grass.
Wildlife Management

‘The Situation Is Not Tolerable.’ New Mexico County Declares State of Emergency Over Mexican Wolves Killing Livestock, Pets

“We’ve had deputies posted at the school this year so our kids can go out and play. I've got pictures of confirmed wolf kills of dogs right on people’s doorsteps”

trout high water
Trout Fishing

How to Catch Trout in High Water and Blown-Out Rivers

Understanding how high water affects browns and rainbows can help you overcome those sudden bumps

We tested the best camping chairs.
Camping Gear

The Best Camping Chairs of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

Ditch your sagging supermarket knockoff for an affordable, supportive seat before your next long weekend in the outdoors

Rolling knife sharpeners
Knives

The Best Rolling Knife Sharpeners of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

These sharpeners are easy to use and can produce mirror edges

Wild horse herd in Wyoming.
Wildlife Management

Feds Planning to Gather Whole Herds of Free-Roaming Horses in Checkerboard Region of Wyoming

The BLM's new management plan, which entails the "permanent removal" of two herds, faces continued challenges because of conflicting interests on public and private land

Two turkey hunters run after turkeys
Turkey Hunting

My Buddy Took Me Turkey Hunting, Then Shot My Bird Out from Under Me

During the golden age of turkey hunting, I headed South to hunt turkeys with a new acquaintance. He wasn't all that impressed with my turkey skills

Evoke by Christensen Arms: Precision Has Never Been This Accessible

Evoke by Christensen Arms: Precision Has Never Been This Accessible

This sub-$1,000 bolt-action shoots above its class, delivering when it matters most.

Three New Hampshire conservation officers hold three whitetail deer mounts in front of a patrol truck.
Wildlife Management

Corrections Officer Arrested for Poaching Big Bucks in New Hampshire

The NH Antler and Skull Trophy Club removed two of Travis Cushman’s records after his arrest

Black hills utah
Policy & Legislation

Congress Is Seriously Considering Public Land Sales as Part of Its New Budget

“If you’re in a community that has public lands in and around it, you could be caught up in a mandate to sell lands that have nothing to do with addressing housing costs”

A large herd of elk graze in a farmer's field in Wyoming.
Wildlife Management

Wyoming Ranchers Are Getting Paid to Let Elk Graze Their Land

Conservationists are working to move elk away from Wyoming’s disease-prone feedgrounds by paying ranchers to host them on private land

swim jigs
Bass Fishing

How to Fish a Swim Jig: A Complete Guide on Rigging and Setups

When fishing for bass in and around grass, a swim jig is hard to beat

Coolers, buckets, and bags full of dead fish seized from poachers.
Wildlife Management

Oregon’s 7-Hour Fishing Season Ends with 2,500 Pounds of Illegally-Caught Smelt Seized by Police

Overharvesting was rampant during the brief fishing window, with authorities confiscating more than 12,000 of the small, silvery fish from poachers

A large tom wild turkey of an unknown age walks through a meadow.
Turkey Hunting

No, You Can’t Really Age Adult Turkeys. Here’s Why

Experts weigh in on how to age a turkey, which — as it turns out — is more guesswork than actual science

A bull elk grazes in a field.
Big Game Hunting

Deer and Elk Hunters in Washington State Can No Longer Hunt Over Bait

Big-game hunters are also banned from using other attractants like urine-based lures

used wood-stocked guns on a rack.
Rifles

Use the ‘Rule of Why’ to Help You Buy a Used Gun at a Fair Price

Not sure if you found a great bargain or you're getting fleeced? Here's what to look for when shopping for a used shotgun or rifle — particularly those with wood stocks and blued barrels

carolina rig
Largemouth Bass

How to Fish the Carolina Rig: A Complete Guide

During the dog days of summer, this forgotten bass fishing technique can help you fool the most sluggish bass into biting

A strutting tom turkey in a two track.
Turkey Hunting

Wild Turkeys Are Dumb. Change My Mind

A turkey hunting story from the OL archives ruffles feathers among readers

An illustration of two hunters climbing through fallen deadfall
Wilderness Survival

I Was Lost for 6 Days with No Food or Fire in the Idaho Backcountry

When my buddy and I finally set out on our first elk hunt, we're quickly separated from our guide. It doesn't take long to realize we're in serious trouble

A USFWS employee runs an airboat across Tule Lake.
Policy & Legislation

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to Rehire Fired Employees with Backpay

The mass rehiring of probationary employees means that many of the critical federal programs benefitting America's fish and wildlife should move forward with adequate staffing

A sweeping view of the Grand Canyon
Policy & Legislation

Hundreds of Elected Officials Out West Urge Feds to Protect Public Lands

A bipartisan group of Western leaders is calling for a "more balanced approach to public land management" amid federal cuts and proposals to sell off federally owned lands