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Gear
Three Great Gifts for Outdoor Grilling
Grilling is a fantastic way to prepare and eat healthy, tasty cuts of meat, and these ideas can help your favorite outdoor chef get it done.
By
The Editors
November 19, 2019
Gear
The Backcountry Hunting and Fishing Gifts Guide
Tools, technology, and clothing anyone traveling off the grid will appreciate this holiday season
By
Ben Romans
November 19, 2019
Hunting
How to Hunt Ducks and Geese with Small Decoy Spreads
If you do your scouting, often all you need to shoot a limit is a half-dozen dekes
By
Phil Bourjaily
November 19, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Fly Fishermen
If you know someone who loves fly fishing, here are a few gifts they’ll be happy to use on the water.
By
The Editors
November 19, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Duck Hunters
If you know a waterfowl hunter who just can’t wait for their next trip to a duck blind, here are some gifts they’ll appreciate.
By
The Editors
November 19, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Bass Anglers
If you know someone that likes to chase bucketmouths, here are a few gift ideas they can use throughout the fishing season.
By
The Editors
November 19, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Bowhunters
A few ideas on specialized gear archers would be glad to receive any time of the year.
By
The Editors
November 18, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Sharpening Dull Knives
A dull knife is about as useless a tool as you can get, so if you know someone that needs to put a better edge on their favorite blade, here are three great gift ideas for any time of the year.
By
The Editors
November 18, 2019
Gear
The Fly Fisherman’s Gift Guide
Rod, reel, and other gear and accessories any fly angler would love to receive this holiday
By
Joe Cermele
T. Edward Nickens
Ben Romans
November 18, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Campers
If you know someone who just can’t wait for their next camping trip, here are some gift ideas that will come in handy wherever they overnight.
By
The Editors
November 18, 2019
Fishing
The Essential Guide to Catching and Keeping Freshwater Live Bait
Nothing catches more gamefish than live bait—here’s how to keep them alive and frisky
By
Bob Mcnally
November 18, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Wild Game Chefs
One of the best parts of hunting is the delicious, nutritious meals that come afterward, as long as your favorite cook has the tools to do it right.
By
The Editors
November 18, 2019
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Gear
Three Great Gifts for Anyone Who Loves Camo
If someone in your family loves camo clothing, here are some ideas the next time you need to shop for a present.
By
The Editors
November 18, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Backpackers
Backpacking into the backcountry is a thrill, and it’s a lot easier if someone has the right gear.
By
The Editors
November 18, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Man’s Best Friend
If you or someone you know own a dog that holds a special place, here are some gift ideas any pooch will appreciate.
By
The Editors
November 18, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Ladies that Love Flannel
When it comes to comfort, few things feel as well against skin as soft flannel clothing.
By
The Editors
November 18, 2019
Gear
Three Great Ways to Brine a Turkey
Easy solutions for making the most tender and flavorful bird you’ve ever had.
By
The Editors
November 18, 2019
The Gun Nuts
How to Pick the Right Bullet for Deer Hunting
Go with a quick-expander or a premium bullet, and make sure it shoots well in your gun. Then practice
By
David E. Petzal
November 18, 2019
Gear
It’s a Wrap—Outdoor Themed Wrapping Paper for the Hunter or Angler in Your Life
Make that fishing- or hunting-related gift even more meaningful by masking it with a paper themed after their favorite pursuit.
By
The Editors
November 17, 2019
Gear
Three Questions To Ask When Buying A Utility Rack For Your Truck
A good truck utility rack can help you greatly expand the carrying capacity of your pick-up truck both easily and safely.
By
The Editors
November 15, 2019
Hunting
The 4 Best Straight-Walled Rifle Cartridges for Deer Hunting
Thinking about swapping your slug gun for a rifle this fall? Here are four places to start
By
Bryce M. Towsley
November 15, 2019
Gear
The Turkey Hunter’s Holiday Gift Guide
Ground blinds, boots, decoys and more gear any gobbler-getter will be happy to receive this holiday season
By
Ben Romans
November 15, 2019
Hunting
The Perfect Father-Son Hunting Adventure
Pronghorn antelope tags are easy to score, and the hunt requires true teamwork
By
T. Edward Nickens
November 14, 2019
Gear
The Wild Game Cooking and Butchering Holiday Gift Guide
Knives, cookbooks, appliances, and other terrific ideas perfect for hunters and anglers who enjoy wild-game feasts
By
Ben Romans
November 13, 2019
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Gear
The Deer Hunter’s Holiday Gift Guide
Gear, clothing, tools, and other accessories guaranteed to put a smile on the face of your favorite venison fan this season
By
Ben Romans
November 13, 2019
Hunting
When Is the Best Time to Hunt Pheasants?
Why you should hunt pheasants in the midseason—plus, seven tactics for success in the field
By
Jarrod Spilger
November 13, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Staying Warm in a Treestand
Hunting from a treestand in the fall is one of the most effective ways to tag a deer, as long as you can stay warm while they wait
By
The Editors
November 13, 2019
Gear
How Does a Custom Recurve Bow Get Made?
Step inside the workshop of one of the country’s finest makers of recurves and longbows
By
Scott Bestul
November 13, 2019
Gear
Three Optics that Make Great Gifts for Shooters
If you don’t know what to give your favorite marksman, here are a few types of glass perfect for any occasion
November 13, 2019
Gear
Three Things to Consider Before Buying a Telescoping Ladder
A good telescoping ladder can replace that long, heavy extension ladder you carry around from job to job
By
The Editors
November 13, 2019
Gear
Three Gift Ideas for Smoked Meat Aficionados
If you know someone who enjoys making delicious, smoked meals, here are a few gift ideas for any special occasion
By
The Editors
November 13, 2019
Hunting
The Complete Guide to Making Wild Game Sausage
Recipes and tips for making sausage with venison, boar, small game, and waterfowl
By
Jean-Paul Bourgeois
November 12, 2019
Guns
6 Best Deer Rifles for Hunting The Big Woods
These rifles have proven themselves on heavyweight bucks in big timber
By
Bryce M. Towsley
November 11, 2019
Hunting
5 Fall Cast and Blasts Adventures
Autumn isn’t just about deer hunting. Skip a day in the treestand for these fishing and hunting trips
By
Scott Einsmann
November 8, 2019
Hunting
10 Common Deer Hunting Mistakes You Should Fix
Subtle but all-too-common deer hunting errors
By
Gerald Almy
Jeff Murray
November 8, 2019
Gear
Three Great Gifts for Deer Hunting Dads
If your dad is one of countless other deer hunters, here are a few gifts certain to put a smile on his face
By
The Editors
November 8, 2019
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Gear
The Year’s Best Shooting Gear
We review 23 hot new products for plinkers, PRS competitors, or anyone who loves to shoot
By
The Editors
November 8, 2019
Fishing
The 12 Best Hunting and Fishing Coolers
We tossed 12 top-end ice chests off a speeding truck––for science
By
Michael R. Shea
T. Edward Nickens
November 7, 2019
Gear
10 Ways Electronics Can Make You A More Successful Hunter
Electronic devices of all kinds enable hunters to enjoy a more successful hunting experience in the field. Walmart has a great online selection of hunting gear, including a many electronic hunting aids,
available here
.
By
The Editors
November 7, 2019
Hunting
The Best Bucks of October 2019
A 204-inch typical whitetail, a 30-inch-wide muley, and 11 more of the biggest trophy bucks taken last month
By
Scott Bestul
November 7, 2019
Hunting
10 Best Knives for Hunting, Fishing, Camping, EDC and Even Zombie Defense
A good knife must fit your hand securely when wet, and so much more.
By
T. Edward Nickens
November 7, 2019
Hunting
10 Best Cheap Shotguns for Turkey Hunting
Our shotgun editor chooses his favorite budget turkey guns
By
Phil Bourjaily
November 7, 2019
Fishing
Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Accepts Striped Bass Slot Limit for 2020 Season
New regulations hope to conserve striped bass, but some anglers are raising alarm
By
Ben Duchesney
November 7, 2019
Hunting
The Ultimate Guide to a Wild Game Thanksgiving
Recipes, tips, and stories for the hunter’s holiday
By
The Editors
November 7, 2019
Fishing
4 Top Ultralight Spinning Reels and a Rod to Match
By
Slaton L. White
John Merwin
November 7, 2019
Guns
A Complete Guide to Riflescopes
Today’s scopes are better than ever—way better
By
David E. Petzal
November 7, 2019
Survival
8 Survival Knives That Might Help You Win A Bear Fight
Taking on a bear with a knife is never a good idea—unless it’s your only chance to survive
By
Steven Dick
November 6, 2019
Hunting
Big Bucks at 10 Yards: Lessons from a Traditional Bowhunter
This Kentucky hunter kills a trophy whitetail just about every fall with his longbow. Here’s his advice for getting closer
By
Will Brantley
November 6, 2019
The Gun Nuts
Is the 16 Gauge Shotgun Still Dying?
Give a light and trim shotgun powerful enough for upland hunting a chance
By
Phil Bourjaily
November 6, 2019
Gear
3 Tips for Choosing the Right Oven Thermometer
Finding a reliable oven thermometer is critical if you want the meals you prepare to come out perfect
By
The Editors
November 6, 2019
Gear
3 Reasons Pumpkin Pie is the Best Dessert
A warm, dark orange pumpkin pie not only looks good on the table, it also has health benefits no other dessert can offer
By
The Editors
November 6, 2019
Gear
3 Features You Need in a Power Strip
A good power strip can keep your gadgets charged and running without having to pull the plug on some of your other appliances
By
The Editors
November 6, 2019
Hunting
The Essential Gear Guide for Making Wild Game Jerky
From smokers to dehydrators, here’s all you need to crank out the ultimate meat snack
By
Brad Fenson
November 5, 2019
The Gun Nuts
You Need to Read the Latest Gun Digest
Picking up the 74th edition of this gun-industry institution is like meeting an old friend
By
David E. Petzal
November 5, 2019
Gear
3 Things to Consider when Buying a Bread Box
A bread box can extend the shelf life of your favorite loaves and help keep your counter organized and crumb free
By
The Editors
November 4, 2019
Hunting
Hunting Tactics for 6 Stages of the Whitetail Rut
The rut is a lot longer than one week. Take full advantage of your whole deer season
By
Tom Carpenter
November 4, 2019
Hunting
The Deer Hunter’s Guide to Fall Turkey Hunting
When turkeys show up at your deer stand, change tactics and go get your Thanksgiving bird
By
Dave Hurteau
November 4, 2019
Gear
Three Things To Consider When Buying A Monopod
A quality monopod can help stabilize your camera or spotting scope nearly as well as a tripod, while saving on weight and storage space.
By
The Editors
November 2, 2019
Gear
Three Things To Consider When Buying A Trail Camera
A good trail camera is the perfect tool to let you know when a big buck has moved into your hunting area.
By
The Editors
November 2, 2019
Gear
Three Things To Consider Before You Buy a Survival Kit
Whether you get caught out in the woods overnight or need to survive in place at home when storms threaten, a compact survival kit is a must. Here’s what to look for in choosing the best kits to meet any survival situation.
By
The Editors
November 2, 2019
Gear
Three Things to Consider When Buying a Charging Port for Your Car’s Lighter Socket
Choose the best car power adapter for your needs so you can concentrate on your driving rather than a phone with a low battery
By
The Editors
November 2, 2019
Gear
Three Reasons To Buy A Tactical Pen
Some pens aren’t just for writing. A tactical pens is designed to do double duty as a tool for self defense. Here are three things to look for when buying one.
By
The Editors
November 2, 2019
Hunting
Three Questions To Ask Before You Buy Your Next Ladder Stand
Short of elevated box blinds or shooting houses, ladder stands are the safest, most comfortable way to hunt from an elevated platform. Consider these factors when choosing the best one for you.
By
The Editors
November 2, 2019
Gear
Three Things To Know Before You Buy Your Next Pair Of Cowboy Boots
Whether you’ve worn western boots since you first learned to walk or are just shopping for your first pair, there are some important factors to consider in making a good selection.
By
The Editors
November 2, 2019
Gear
Which Kind of Fishing Pliers are Best for Me?
Should you get the basic needlenose pliers or consider more expensive models?
By
The Editors
November 2, 2019
Gear
$250 Off Leupold Rangefinders and FREE Havalon Knives
Kick your holiday shopping into high gear with these incredible promotions on top shelf outdoor gear
By
Ben Romans
November 1, 2019
Wild Chef
How to Cook Venison Carbonnade
Save this Belgian-style stew for a cold fall night
By
Jonathan Miles
November 1, 2019
Gear
11 Best Cheap Binoculars for Serious Hunters
Don’t want to spring for high-class glass? These binos get the job done for less than $350
By
Dave Hurteau
November 1, 2019
Hunting
Hunter Shoots Whitetail. Whitetail Gets Up and Kills Hunter
A reminder to all outdoorsmen: Be careful when approaching a downed deer
By
Bill Heavey
October 31, 2019
Gear
10 Products You Need To Bag Your Spring Gobbler
While chasing spring gobblers is one of the most exciting kinds of hunting around, it is also a very gear-intensive sport.
By
The Editors
October 30, 2019
Gear
10 Basic Things You Need To Know When Calling White-Tailed Deer
Savvy whitetail hunters know the different vocalizations deer make and how to use products mimicking those sounds to bolster their hunting success.
By
The Editors
October 30, 2019
Gear
10 Reasons Why Deer Attractant Scents Should Be In Your Hunting Kit
With a little knowledge of how they work, deer attractant scents can be the perfect tools for drawing deer into shooting range and putting a big buck on your wall.
By
The Editors
October 30, 2019
Hunting
5 Gun Safety Basics to Practice and Pass On
Follow these gun safety rules yourself, and teach them to new or youth hunters
By
Jessie Ann
Phil Bourjaily
October 30, 2019
Hunting
6 Next-Level Custom Duck Blinds
From refrigerators and stoves to covered boat docks, these blinds have it all
By
Tom Keer
October 30, 2019
Hunting
Find These 6 Types of Deer Beds to Zero In On Big Bucks
Learn where bucks are feeding and resting to pull off a successful ambush
By
Gerald Almy
Bill Vaznis
October 30, 2019
Field Test
5 Best Waterproof-Breathable Wading Jackets
Bomb-proof wading jackets that last, and four more jackets to keep in the truck
By
Ted Leeson
Bill Heavey
October 30, 2019
Wild Chef
The Best Recipe for Venison Smash Burgers
Make Guy Fieri-approved venison burgers at deer camp
By
Colin Kearns
October 30, 2019
Fishing
The Complete Guide to Fishing Spoon Lures in the Fall
Why this simple lure is the best bait for bass, crappie, pike, trout, walleyes, and more
By
Joe Cermele
October 29, 2019
Hunting
The Story Behind America’s First Hunting Knife
The history of Marble’s knives and their impact on outdoor cutlery for the last 120 years
By
Steven Dick
October 28, 2019
Hunting
So You Want to Shoot More Banded Waterfowl?
These duck and geese experts, who have collected their share of bling, share their best hunting tips and favorite band stories
By
Phil Bourjaily
October 28, 2019
Hunting
How to Hunt the Greenwing Teal Migration
It has all the fun of bluewing hunting, minus the September heat
By
Phil Bourjaily
October 26, 2019
Hunting
This Ingenious Decoy Rig Will Change Your Duck Hunting
Bring your big-water spread to life with a simple feeding deke
By
Joseph Albanese
Will Brantley
October 25, 2019
Hunting
Wisconsin Hunter Bags 200-Inch Buck
After three years of watching the deer on camera, Matt Wachowiak arrowed this monster whitetail late last month
By
Scott Bestul
October 25, 2019
Sponsored Content
First Look: LaCrosse Atlas Hunting Boots
Durable, waterproof boots for deer season and beyond
By
Tony Hansen
October 25, 2019
Fishing
14 Wild Edibles to Forage From the Ocean and the Coast
From scallops to sea urchins, here are some things to look out for next time you’re on the beach or on the water
By
Bob McNally
October 25, 2019
Hunting
8 Near-Perfect Hunting Knives
There is no one perfect hunting knife, but these 8 new models come pretty close.
By
T. Edward Nickens
October 24, 2019
Hunting
How to Make Wild Game and Fish Stock
The biggest flavor from the fish and game you bring home is in the bones
By
Jonathan Miles
October 24, 2019
Fishing
The 100 Best Fishing Camps
We’ve found the 100 greatest spots to catch fish, camp, and have fun.
By
David Draper, T. Edward Nickens, and Ben Romans
October 24, 2019
Hunting
Four Over/Under Shotguns for Under $1,000
We tested four attractive, functional doubles with a price tag under a grand
By
Phil Bourjaily
October 24, 2019
Gear
3 Things to Look for in Your Next Dutch Oven
Whether you use one over a campfire or in the kitchen, nothing beats the rich flavor a Dutch-oven can deliver
By
The Editors
October 24, 2019
Gear
3 Keys to Buying a Pair of Men’s Suspenders
Whether you wear suspenders for style or function, there are a few things to consider as you shop
By
The Editors
October 24, 2019
Gear
3 Questions to Ask When Shopping for an Extension Cord
A good extension cord makes it possible to run electric-powered equipment somewhere other than right next to an outlet, and that makes a big difference outside
By
The Editors
October 24, 2019
Gear
3 Things to Consider Before You Buy a Dehydrator
Preparing healthy fruit, vegetable, or meat snacks is simple and easy if you have the right appliance
By
The Editors
October 24, 2019
Gear
3 Features You Need in Your Next Slow Cooker
Slow cookers are the perfect set-it-and-forget-it way to prepare meals that can feed a crowd
By
The Editors
October 24, 2019
Hunting
5 Tips for DIY Duck Hunting in the Prairie Pothole Region
Freelancing here is tougher than it used to be, but these tricks will help you shoot a limit
By
Will Brantley
October 24, 2019
Gear
3 Types of Storage Containers You Need in Your Kitchen
Whether you’re a “bringer,” a “nuker,” or a “baker,” there’s an ideal food storage container for you
By
The Editors
October 24, 2019
Gear
3 Features You Need in a Wood Lathe
Turning out professional quality wood products is easy if you have the right tool
By
The Editors
October 24, 2019
Hunting
Aggressive Decoy Tactics for Fall and Winter Turkey Hunting
Grab a fan and some decoys and get after a bachelor group of toms right now
By
Will Brantley
October 24, 2019
Gear
Save $300 on Maven Scopes, Plus Deals on Survival Kits, Knives, and More
Cash in on these limited-time promotions from some of the best names in the outdoors
By
Ben Romans
October 23, 2019
Gear
3 Tips for Finding the Perfect Flannel Jacket
A comfortable, classic flannel jacket is ideal on cool nights when fall is in the air
By
The Editors
October 23, 2019
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