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drop shot rig
Largemouth Bass

How to Fish a Drop Shot Rig — and Catch More Bass During the Spawn

This finesse fishing tactic has been catching bass for decades. Learn why it works, how to rig it, and when to fish it

an old photo of Charlie Elliott walking up on a turkey in the woods
Turkey Hunting

The Vintage Turkey Tactics That Never Let Me Down

OL's former field editor meets up with a crew of old-school Mississippi public-land hunters, and is forced to break out some unorthodox tactics

Joe Cermele with a tautog caught on an ultralight jig.
Freshwater

The Best Tasting Fish Species You’ve Never Eaten (But Should Definitely Try)

We all love walleye and flounder, but it’s time to expand your palate

Fred bear stone sheep
Sheep Hunting

Fred Bear Said the Best Shot of His Life Was on This World-Record Stone Sheep

Sometimes you look back and marvel that a certain shot connected — like this one, on a big Stone ram

an angler with a large smallmouth he caught on a squarebill
Bass Fishing

How to Fish a Squarebill Crankbait for Giant Spring Bass

A squarebill crankbait works wonders when bass flood the banks in the spring

fitting a gray wolf with a gps collar
Wildlife Management

Wisconsin Will Stock Fewer Fish, Track Fewer Wolves, and Do Less Habitat Work. Budget Problems Are to Blame

Wildlife officials say they will also have to cut back on things like monitoring surveys and maintenance projects

General Tires’ G-MAX AS07

The Ultimate All-Season Tire for Your Truck or SUV

General Tire’s AS07 is built for truck and SUV owners who tow and travel year-round. From trailering a boat to the ramp to hauling an ATV to the trailhead, it’s designed for dependable traction in changing conditions.

An illustration of a man falling out of a massive wave in a boat in a storm.
Survival Skills

How I Almost Drowned During a Coast Guard Rescue in a Freak Storm

A banner day of salmon fishing turns into a nightmare when massive waves roll across the Pacific, killing fishermen and complicating rescue efforts

A big flathead caught while noodling
Catfish Fishing

The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Noodling Catfish

No matter what you call it — hogging, grabbing, tickling, hand fishing — noodling catfish is an adrenaline-packed way to target trophy fish

The Civivi Yonder was tested against several of the best edc knives.
Knives

CIVIVI Yonder Review: Cut Testing one of the Best Value EDC Knives

After testing hundreds of knives, this is one of the best budget options of all time

Jack O'Connor hunting deer in the desert.
Mule Deer Hunting

O’Connor in Old Mexico: My Luckiest Day of Deer Hunting — Ever

We were absolutely covered up in deer

Daiwa Steez baitcasting reel
Fishing Reels

Tackle Warehouse Reel Deals: Insane Prices on Baitcasters from Daiwa, Abu Garcia, and Quantum

Save more than $200 on a baitcasting reel with these clearance deals

A selfie of a turkey hunter calling in a bobcat.
Turkey Hunting

I Was Jumped by a Bobcat While Calling in a Gobbler, and I Caught It All on Video

“He was more perturbed than I was”

A colorado fisherman casts into a pool.
Trout Fishing

Colorado’s Trout Fishing Forecast Is Grim After Minimal Snow Pack and Record Heat. These Are the Bright Spots

If you’re wondering when the best time is for a fly-fishing trip to Colorado, the answer is now

best snakehead lures
Baits, Lures, & Flies

The Best Snakehead Lures: What You Need to Catch a Dragon

These fish are known for their aggressive topwater bites, but are surprisingly picky when it comes to lures they'll attack

fly fishing for carp
Carp Fishing

The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Fly Fishing for Carp

Catching “golden bonefish” isn’t complicated if you understand your targets

A trout angler with a giant rainbow from Connecticut.
Trout Fishing

Derby Fisherman Catches a State-Record Rainbow with a Vintage Rod and a Live Worm  

After throwing his whole tackle box at the fish, Rich Courtright remembered the live meal worms in the car

A waterfowl production area with a fire crew.
Policy & Legislation

The President’s Budget Proposal Slashes BLM Staff, Refuge and Migratory Bird Funding, and Much More

Wildlife managers and federal employees are wary of another round of cuts and funding reductions. Here's what's being proposed

An Atlantic salmon jumping over a waterfall.
Salmon and Steelhead Fishing

Salmon Swim Harder and Live Longer When They’re on Cocaine, Study Shows. But There’s a Catch

As more prescription and illicit drugs enter our waters, scientists are trying to understand what the consequences are for our native fish

An illustration of people on a porch admiring the Cuyler Hill NY buck.
Trophy Deer

I Shot a Deer So Big I Genuinely Thought I’d Killed an Elk

I walked up to it, took a good look — and panicked