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  The 30 Best AR-Style Rifles for Hunting and Personal Defense

  By Richard Mann26 minutes ago

  AR rifles started life in the military, but have evolved into one of the most popular style of firearms for hunting and personal defense. Here, we list the 30 best AR-style rifles for big-game hunting, varmint hunting, and personal defense.

• Three Things To Consider When Buying A Monopod

  By The Editors5 hours ago

  A good monopod can do much of the work of a tripod yet packs up smaller and lighter for maximum convenience. Whether you are taking still photos, shooting videos or spotting for bighorn sheep on the next mountain over, a monopod is the next best thing to a tripod for stabilizing your camera or spotting scope to minimize movement. And minimal movement is critical for taking good photos, shooting excellent videos and judging the curl on a ram several hundred yards away. To choose the right monopod, ask yourself three important questions.
• How to Choose the Best Deer Repellent

  By The Editors6 hours ago

  As more natural areas are developed, deer are adapting to urban environments. In fact, they’re thriving on the shrubs and plants we have in our yards. If deer are chewing your ornamental plants down to the ground, you need to put a repellent to work that will drive deer away and keep them away. With so many kinds of repellents on the market, however, how do you choose the right one? Here are two proven options that you can employ that will keep deer out and your plants thriving.
• Heavey Gets Schooled in Long-Range Shooting at Gunsite Academy

  By Bill Heavy7 hours ago

  I'm in Arizona, trying to cram Gunsite's seven-day precision-rifle course into three. Before we start, Smith asks what my goal is. I told him I wouldn't mind hitting a target the size of a deer's vitals at 400 yards.

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  Three Questions To Ask When Buying A Men’s Belt Buckle

  A good belt buckle can achieve its primary job of keeping your pants up while at the same time making a fashion—and political—statement.

  By The Editors8 hours ago

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  Three Things to Think About When Buying a Lightweight Stove for Camping

  Jetboil and other backpack stove manufacturers have made wilderness food and drink prep lightning-fast. Here’s a look at three types.

  By The Editors8 hours ago

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  Three Things To Consider When Buying A Waterproof Jacket

  A good waterproof jacket is the perfect tool to keep you dry when Mother Nature has other plans.

  By The Editors9 hours ago

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  10 of the Most Lethal Long-Range Bullets and Cartridges for Hunting

  Bullets and cartridges are more accurate and lethal than ever

  By David E. PetzalJohn B. Snow11 hours ago

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  15 Best Duck and Goose Guns Ever

  From old favorites to new classics, our shotguns editor and hunting editor teamed up to pick the best waterfowl shotguns of all time

  By Phil BourjailyWill Brantley12 hours ago

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  The 30 Best Handguns for Outdoorsmen

  A rundown of the top magnum hunting revolvers, squirrel pistols, trail guns, truck guns, and plinkers to carry in the woods or on the water

  By Richard Mann and Will Brantley12 hours ago

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  The 10 Best Black Bear Cartridges

  The optimum load for a trophy bruin depends on how you plan to hunt. Here are the top choices

  By Richard Mann12 hours ago

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  The 10 Best EDC Knives

  What you need in an everyday-carry knife depends on what you do every day. Here are the author’s favorite models

  By Richard Mann12 hours ago

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  The 10 Best Coyote Cartridges

  Proven predator rounds to help you stop coyotes in their tracks

  By Richard Mann13 hours ago

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  The 10 Most Accurate Factory Hunting Rifles We've Ever Tested

  The rifle hunter's primary tool has never been more lethal. Among dozens of field guns we've tested in recent years, these turned in the tightest groups

  By John B. Snow13 hours ago

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  Three Ways To Stay Connected by Satellite When You're Off The Grid

  Just because you like to spend time in the boonies doesn’t mean you want to be completely out of touch with civilization.

  By The EditorsSeptember 16, 2019

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  11 Elk Hunting Must-Haves for a Successful Season

  Is your backcountry elk arsenal up to par? Possibly, but we think you should give these items some serious consideration

  By Jace BausermanSeptember 16, 2019

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  25 Tips for Catching a 10-Pound Bass

  Killer lures, lunker lakes, and pro secrets for giant largemouths

  By Pete RobbinsJoe CermeleSeptember 16, 2019

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  Video: Cougar Stalks Man on Vancouver Island

  Could you stare down a mountain lion?

  By Bill HeaveyElissa LernerSeptember 16, 2019

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  Six Terrifying Bear Attack Stories

  Close calls with an apex predator and myths you should forget.

  By The EditorsSeptember 16, 2019

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  Three Things To Consider When Buying A UHF Radio

  A good handheld UHF radio can help you efficiently communicate with your hunting or camping partners at an extended distance.

  By The EditorsSeptember 16, 2019

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  Three Things To Consider When Buying Waterproof Boots

  A good pair of waterproof boots will keep your feet dry even in the wettest, nastiest conditions.

  By The EditorsSeptember 16, 2019

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  Is the 6.5 Creedmoor Overrated? Our Shooting and Hunting Editors Faceoff

  Just how good is the 6.5 Creedmoor? It depends who you ask

  By John B. SnowWill BrantleySeptember 16, 2019

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  Three Questions To Ask When Buying Waterproof Pants

  A good pair of waterproof pants will keep your lower body dry and comfortable on days when rain is in the forecast.

  By The EditorsSeptember 16, 2019

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  Three Questions To Ask When Buying An Underwater Camera

  A good underwater camera is a versatile tool that you can use to take photos and videos in both wet and dry conditions.

  By The EditorsSeptember 16, 2019

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  Three Questions To Ask When Buying A Smartphone Lens

  A quality smartphone lens can help you take better photographs than you ever thought possible.

  By The EditorsSeptember 16, 2019

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  Bargain Hunter: Seven Days of Discounts and Promotions on Boots, Tents, Scopes, and Trailcameras

  Take advantage of these select early-fall deals on brand-name hunting gear

  By Ben RomansSeptember 16, 2019

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