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Turkey hunting can be a dangerous sport. If you turkey hunt, this article could save your life or prevent you from taking a life. I don’t know directly or indirectly a person who has been shot deer hunting but I know indirectly through a friend that a hunting partner of his was killed and directly a friend of mine was shot but survived while turkey hunting. Here are some tips to prevent you from being shot or accidentally shooting someone else. • No. 1 rule, always completely and positively identify your target before you pull the trigger. All turkey hunters know to make the best kill shot, you must aim for the head of a gobbler. Shooting the body of a gobbler may only wound it. Never shoot at movement. • Since the colors of a gobbler’s head are red, white and blue, never wear those colors in the woods. Wear full camo so a hand or face isn’t mistaken for a gobbler’s head. • When setting up for a turkey to call, always try and set against a big tree that will protect your back and

Post: 18 April 12:56

Review of the Khan Arms Venator 12 ga: A Turkish Semi-Auto Worth Considering (But With Caveats) I've had the Khan Arms Venator in 12 gauge with the 760mm (30") barrel and the extra 610mm (24") rifled slug barrel for a couple of seasons now. Like many, I was drawn to it because it offered a lot of features for the price – a Turkish-made semi-auto, two barrels for versatility (bird shot and slugs), and a decent capacity of 5+1. Let's break it down: The Good Stuff Khan Arms Venator: Value for Money: This is the big one. You get a semi-auto action, two barrels, and a set of chokes for significantly less than a Beretta or Benelli. If you're on a budget and want a versatile shotgun, the Venator is definitely in the conversation. Versatility: The two-barrel setup is fantastic. The 30" barrel with chokes is great for upland birds, waterfowl, and even some clays. The 24" rifled slug barrel turns it into a capable deer gun. Being able to switch between them quickly is a real plus. Reliable

Post: 18 February 21:17

Australian Hunter Australian Hunter is Australia’s favourite hunting magazine. This quarterly glossy publication is produced by Australia’s premier hunting and sports shooting organisation - the Sporting Shooters’ Association of Australia (SSAA), who represent 200,000+ dedicated sporting shooters throughout the country. Dedicated to all things hunting, from small to large and dangerous game, it caters for hunters of all persuasions, including those who hunt for animal management, trophies and of course, for the family table. The magazine features firearm, ammunition, knife and general product reviews from experienced hunters and outdoor enthusiasts, as well as practical advice for choosing and using these tools in the field. It also includes mouth-watering camp kitchen and game meat recipes, incredible competitions, overseas adventures and more. #Australia #AustralianHunter #Hunt #Hunter #magazine

Post: 29 May 13:20

Africa’s favourite bushcamp, as voted by the readers of #travelafricamagazine. Its exquisite location in one of Africa’s most prolific pockets of wildlife, with rampaging wilddog hunts, leopards posing seemingly everywhere, incredible walking right out of camp and 82 aardvark sightings in 2023, is it any wonder? Add solar power, the world class guiding and the Chiawa Safaris magic and you have a safari experience beyond compare. If you want to vote for Old Mondoro in any or all of these categories please follow the link in our Bio. Best Safari Experience Best Safari Property Location Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property Best Walking Safari Experience Best Safari Guiding Team Best Value Safari Property #shortlist #beyondcompare #bushcamps #firmfavorite #magicofchiawasafaris #thesafariawards #chiawasafaris #oldmondoro #pukuridge #chiawacamp #bestsafariexperience #bestlocation #bestwalkingsafariexperience #bestsafariguidingteam #bestecologicallyresponsible #bestvaluesafariprop

Post: 10 April 17:51

Outdoor Leisure Vehicle & Equipment ADIHEX 2025, Abu Dhabi: Hunting Expo Sector Information and Photo Discover the Outdoor Leisure Vehicle & Equipment sector at ADIHEX 2025: cutting-edge expedition vehicles, camping gear, off-road tech, and expert exhibitors. The Outdoor Leisure Vehicle & Equipment sector at ADIHEX 2025 brings together leading manufacturers and distributors of SUVs, UTVs, RVs, camp-trailers, and supporting accessories. Attendees will explore the latest in off-road modifications, portable power solutions, health-tech for field first aid, and luxury mobile accommodations. From hardcore overlanders to family campers, this sector delivers turnkey solutions for every outdoor adventure. TICKET and Dates: 30 August – 07 September 2025 | Register & Buy Tickets at the official ADIHEX site: https://www.adihex.com/ Outdoor Leisure Vehicle & Equipment ADIHEX 2025 Exhibitor List Advanced Media Trading LLC (United Arab Emirates, Pavilion P8-05) Specializes in satellite TV and i

Post: 4 August 11:53

CampStove 2+ Electricity Generating Wood Camp Stove $149.95 Turn fire into electricity with BioLite's award-winning stove. Patented combustion technology creates a vortex of smokeless flames for a portable campfire that can cook your meals and charge your gear, all at the same time. Leave the gas canisters behind and unlock the potential of the sticks and twigs around you. CampStove 2+ Anatomy On-board 3,200 mAh battery. charges with or without a live fire Smart LED Dashboard gives real time feedback on fire strength, power and fan speed USB charge out to charge FlexLight & other gear Internal fan jets circulate air for improved combustion Lightweight Aluminum Legs fold up and away for nested portability. Honeycomb heat mesh provides barrier from inner burn chamber Scalloped pot stand accommodates BioLite KettlePot, Portable Grill and other cookware Charge your gear while cooking your meal

Post: 22 August 08:55

Hotel in Hunting Island What You Will See The Island has three miles of walkable beaches, a historic lighthouse, and ample opportunities for bird watching, fishing, crabbing, or shrimping. Shady picnic tables, showers, dressing rooms make a day trip to the beach manageable. The Island’s marshes there were used for the Vietnam War scenes in the movie Forrest Gump. Jungle and water camp scenes for the movie G.I. Jane were also shot on Hunting Island. As you drive in, you go through a maritime forest with soaring pines and palms. Nestled into this woodland setting is the Visitors Center where you can get a park map and brochure, and see exhibits on the historic lighthouse as well as on the natural flora and fauna. A small auditorium hosts educational programs on the island’s nature and history.

Post: 3 November 18:46

Hunting in South Cameroon: Primeval Rainforests, Endangered Species, and Deep Cultural Ties in the Country’s Wildest and Most Biodiverse Region Immense forest blocks, secretive wildlife, and ecological treasure troves The South Region of Cameroon is a haven for tropical biodiversity, cloaked in vast expanses of evergreen rainforest, interspersed with rivers, swamps, and sacred groves. Bordering Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and the Republic of the Congo, this region forms part of the great Congo Basin — the second largest rainforest on Earth. Towering hardwood trees, dense understory, and constant humidity create an environment that’s both breathtakingly beautiful and difficult to navigate. The Dja Faunal Reserve, Campo Ma’an National Park, and the Nyong River basin are just a few of the natural landmarks that define the South’s untamed character. It is a region where nature still speaks louder than man. Forest heritage and the lifeblood of indigenous communities In the deep forests of

Post: 29 July 16:18

Crocodile hunting. Egypt, 1870s. Photographer: Henri Bechard Henri Bashar opened a studio in Cairo and sold tourists photographs with views of ancient Egyptian structures. From the 1st millennium BC to the 4th century AD (Roman period), the ancient Egyptians mummified millions of animals, most of the mummies were classified by Egyptologists as ‘votive sacrifices’ to gods and goddesses. Before the construction of the Aswan Dam, Nile crocodiles were found throughout the Nile. Moreover, in ancient times crocodiles were found in Israel, Lebanon and Syria. The ancient Egyptians hunted crocodiles for their mummies, scientists have come to this conclusion. The crocodile, from which the ancient Egyptians made one of the mummies, was not grown in special conditions at the temple. Scientists from France and the United States came to this conclusion after studying the remains using an elementary particle accelerator, the Journal of Archaeological Sciences writes. Experts examined the cro

Post: 24 November 00:47

Gun hunting. Moose, hunted on September 17, 1900 by Major General A.A. Brusilov. Major General Aleksei Alekseevich Brusilov was a distinguished Russian military leader whose career spanned the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in 1853, Brusilov rose through the ranks of the Imperial Russian Army, distinguishing himself as a tactical innovator and a compassionate commander. His most notable achievement came during World War I with the Brusilov Offensive in 1916, a meticulously planned campaign that achieved significant territorial gains against the Central Powers. Brusilov's approach to warfare emphasized mobility and surprise, breaking from the traditional trench warfare tactics that had led to stalemates on many fronts. His offensive demonstrated the effectiveness of coordinated artillery barrages and rapid infantry advances, inflicting heavy losses on Austro-Hungarian forces and providing a much-needed morale boost for the Russian army. Beyond his battlefield successes, Bru

Post: 30 August 17:52

Yellowstone's Birthday, To another year of adventure. As yesterday came and went, Yellowstone marked its 152nd year of providing a safe haven for the wildlife that roams its land, and allowing those fascinated with nature the opportunity to glimpse into this world of the wild. This is a landscape that stretches for three and a half thousand square miles, positioned upon the world's greatest concentration of thermal features stemming from a supermassive volcano that lays beneath. It is, without a doubt, a one of a kind piece of Earth. With the arrival of today, my favorite National Park begins its 153rd year of adventure, and I look forward to capturing the moments that await the new year. Until then, I thought that this would be a good opportunity to share with you a few of its memorable views that I've found while wandering the years passed. The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem

Post: 4 March 09:06

GAME WARDEN RESCUES MULE DEER FROM MUD PIT A mule deer doe is lucky to be alive after being rescued from quicksand-like mud in Idaho. The yearling sunk through a supposed “mud puddle” after she tried to walk across it in a field by Marsh Creek Road north of McCammon during Memorial Day weekend, according to a press release. Fortunately, a homeowner spotted the doe, which was belly deep in the mud and helpless, and contacted Idaho Department of Fish and Game Senior Conservation Officer Nick Noll, who came to the animal’s rescue. Using wooden boards, a shovel, rope and Noll’s 15-year-old neighbor, Cole Gunter, the duo managed to rescue the deer from the sticky mud. Boards prevented them from also sinking as Noll and Gunter used the rope to secure the front and hind quarters of the doe, according to the agency.

Post: 17 September 18:04

Professional skills competition among reindeer herders and hunters was held in Yugra. The participants competed in sled racing, rope throwing, laying firewood on sleds and other disciplines. An exhibition and fair with handicrafts was organized at the festival and a national camp with unique plagues from different districts of the district was established. Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug–Yugra, also known as Khanty-Mansia (Khantia-Mansia), is a federal subject of Russia(an autonomous okrug of Tyumen Oblast). It has a population of 1,532,243 as of the 2010 Census. Its administrative center is located at Khanty-Mansiysk. The peoples native to the region are the Khanty and the Mansi, known collectively as Ob-Ugric peoples, but today the two groups only constitute 2.5% of the region's population. The local languages, Khanty and Mansi, are part of the Ugric branch of the Finno-Ugric language family, and enjoy a special status in the autonomous okrug. Russian remains the only official langua

Post: 5 March 20:20

We are opening new hunting areas ✅ For everyone who wants wild nature, an abundance of game and impressions for a lifetime. ✅ For everyone who wanted to feel what it was like to be a Big White Hunter. ✅ For everyone who wants a real wild 🦁 lion, a large Cape 🐂 buffalo, a virtually guaranteed 🐆 leopard without dogs and a variety of 🦌 antelopes. For you, we offer a hunting "paradise" - it is in 🇲🇿 Mozambique, on the border with the Niassa National Park. Concession area of ​​150,000 hectares, game and wilderness, the nearest settlement is 50 km from the hunting area. Comfortable camp, professional team and very competitive prices ⤵️ 1️⃣ Buffalo safari $12,500 + trophies 2️⃣ Leopard safari $21,000 + trophies 3️⃣ Lion safari $27,000 + trophies 📆 Season from June 1 to November 30, good dates available. Call to book your best safari! 💬 write to Telegram (https://t.me/safari_stalker)

Post: 24 February 10:17

W/S Inertia-Operated Semi-Automatic Shotgun Review I recently had the opportunity to test the W/S inertia-operated semi-automatic shotgun, and I wanted to share my thoughts on its performance, design, and overall usability. As an avid shooter, I always seek firearms that balance reliability and ease of use, and the W/S shotgun came highly recommended by fellow enthusiasts. Pros: Reliability: One of the standout features of the W/S shotgun is its reliability. The inertia-operated system can function well even in less-than-ideal conditions, making it a solid choice for hunting and sport shooting. I tested it with various loads, and it cycled smoothly without any hiccups. Quick Follow-up Shots: The semi-auto action allows for quick follow-up shots, which is crucial during hunting or competitive shooting scenarios. I was able to maintain a good rhythm and accuracy when firing multiple rounds, which is a significant advantage over pump-action shotguns. Lightweight Design: The W/S sho

Post: 21 December 12:02

Myotts COUNTRY LIFE Hand Engraved Dinnerware Set (1982) I recently came across an exquisite dinnerware set from Myotts® that caught my attention - particularly for its nostalgic charm and attention to detail. This set, dating back to 1982, is part of the COUNTRY LIFE collection, and it's evident that a lot of care went into its design and craftsmanship. First and foremost, the hand-engraved English scenes on each piece add a unique character that sets it apart from mass-produced dinnerware. The illustrations depict the culture and traditions of English hunting, hunting in England on horseback, the love of English hounds, the strength of passionate hunters, perfectly capturing the essence of real English country life and the traditions of hunters. Each piece feels like a little work of art, making every meal feel special. The colors are declared as "permanent," and I must say that after using this set for several occasions, they have held up remarkably well. There’s no fading or wea

Post: 30 November 10:35

Maps, money, two barrels... ...you need to have with you when going on a big safari to Africa. And also a good supply of hunting days and the opportunity to spend them all in the camp, without trying to shorten and leave faster. That's when Fortune, Diana and Flora with Fauna will smile upon you. These☝️ladies are not capricious with those who know how to tune in, be persistent and understand the meaning of trophy hunting. 💫 Vyacheslav's cosmic luck is definitely the result of knowledge, skills and the right attitude! Congratulations and we are proud of your achievements 🏆 Not everyone manages to get 3 species from the Big African Five of the largest predators in one safari. But for those who choose the right allies on their path 🤝 Choose 🏹 Stalker as your guide to the World of trophy hunting - we bring excellent results! 💬 write to Telegram (https://t.me/safari_stalker) #hunting_in_Africa #big_african_five

Post: 27 November 09:27

Hunting in Kazakhstan: Trophies and Adventures The hunters from our club live not only in different parts of the country, but also abroad. One of them is Ermek from Kazakhstan 🇰🇿, who recently returned with an outstanding trophy. In this article, we will tell you about his adventure, unique moments of hunting and the importance of quality equipment. Ermek successfully hunted 3 kilometers from the base camp. Approaching the herd at a distance of 450 meters allowed him to make a confident shot 💥. This experience became not only a sporting achievement, but also an important moment in his hunting career. For successful hunting, high-quality equipment is necessary. We recommend contacting for advice and purchasing equipment at the link: [Consultation and purchase of equipment](https://t.me/PulsarGuruBot) 👈. The right tools are the key to a successful hunt! Happy hunting, Ermek! 🤝 Hunting is not only about getting trophies, but also about enjoying nature and sharing moments with lik

Post: 12 November 09:45

Wolf charges Bear, then Bear charges the Wolf. I waited at a Bison carcass from 5am to 9pm for 3 days. Eagles and coyotes had been coming in trying to get a bite, while the Grizzly guarded the carcass, just as its mother taught it to. It would sleep on it and cover it with dirt, and when it seemingly left the scene….it would show back up when other animals tried to feed. On the 3rd morning a lone Wolf 1479 showed up from the Junction Butte pack. It had about 10 minutes to eat before the Grizzly came back. They had an initial stare down. The wolf stood on the carcass and then charged the bear. The bear initially retreated and then decided to charge the wolf. Of course the bear reclaimed the carcass. If you enjoy these photos please like/follow my fb page. I’m a local photographer from Bozeman just getting started in wildlife photography.

Post: 5 July 08:56

Sport hunting helped form a foundation for the preservation and conservation of wildlife in America. Most of the early legislation that formed the foundation for conservation and preservation in the United States was thanks to hunters themselves. Sport hunting was a major movement in nature preservation that widely benefitted conservation efforts from the 1880s-1920s. The reason hunters were so incentivized to preserve nature was to preserve their sport and the moral behind it. When hunting first came to America from Europe, it was viewed as a sport only for a small population of very wealthy people. When hunting shifted from an elitist sport for the rich to a larger majority, this larger group needed to learn to support game preservation. This was realized in the 1880s, when herds of buffalo quickly began to disappear. Some examples of the things that hunters accomplished in supporting game preservation, thus protecting the environment, between 1880 and 1920 include abolishing m

Post: 11 November 16:46

Boat Accessories for the Salt Water Boat-show season was a huge success this year for both the boating industry and its consumers looking for some new boat accessories, like me. It goes without saying that the prior-year pandemic regulations created hardship for places of gathering, whether it was church, classrooms, theaters, restaurants, and yes, trade shows. With these imposed restrictions, outdoor enthusiasts took it in the teeth when it came to Sportsman and Boat Shows. But 2022 showed signs of improvement, breathing air into the oxygen-starved industry. Throughout the Pacific Northwest, what last year was a virtual echo chamber this year was an elbow-to-elbow, bustling free-for-all. Eager outdoor enthusiasts were hungry, and these trade shows helped many turn their dreams to realities, while others better prepared for yet another season of reveries. If you’re the person that makes that annual journey to your favorite sporting or boat show, you will quickly put together the list

Post: 20 October 09:30

Property Line Law and Ethics Legally, provided a hunter has secured permission from the neighboring landowner, he can hang one, five or 20 treestands across and near the line that separates your property. He can walk around or drive a UTV there as much as he wants. Heck, he can pop up a tent and make deer camp. Property law is simple: You stay on your side of the line, and I’ll stay on mine. But step a boot across the boundary line without permission, and that’s obviously trespassing. If you go over and tear down a treestand like my fuming buddy Steve suggested — and what many of you would want to do in a similar situation — you’ll pile on the misdemeanor of petty theft or destruction of property. Call a game warden? Please. A property line dispute between deer hunters is not as much a matter of law as it is a matter of ethics.

Post: 17 September 19:49

MTFWP removes mountain lions from Wild Horse Island State Park Three adult mountain lions were recently removed from Wild Horse Island State Park in Montana. The decision came after the state and tribal officials deemed the animals a “public safety issue due to the high density and habituation,” according to KRTV News. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (MTFWP) worked in collaboration with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) after receiving reports from both landowners and visitors. The island, which is 2,163 acres, is located on the south end of Flathead Lake. Both MTFWP and CKST worried that their presence would impact “one of the nation’s most important conservation herds of Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep.” Because of how the island is situated, bighorn sheep have no escape route from the mountain lions. “Alongside prioritizing public safety, we felt it was important to protect one of the few disease-free bighorn sheep herds because of the role it plays in the great

Post: 22 March 10:23

Guns and Gear for an Alaska Caribou Hunt Editor's Note: Contributor Brad Fitzpatrick put the following gear to use on a recent Alaska caribou hunt. You can catch up on that story here. Savage 110 Ultralite Savage’s new 110 Ultralite weighs just 6 pounds thanks to its polymer stock and carbon fiber barrel. Chambered in .280 Ackley Improved, the rifle is reliable and accurate and suitable for just about any North American game. Its stock allows for comb height and length-of-pull adjustments, and the adjustable Savage AccuTrigger came set at a crisp 2.5 pounds. MSRP: $1,595; savagearms.com. Hornady GMX Handloads I used handloads topped with Hornady’s 150-grain GMX. The GMX is a monolithic bullet and is versatile for big game, particularly at extended ranges because it performs reliably at relatively low velocities. The GMX has also proven to be very accurate out of several rifles I’ve tested, including the Savage. (The GMX bullet has now been replaced by Hornady’s new CX bullet). Leup

Post: 2 November 20:29

Taxidermy Is Art. No Debates Needed. 🎯 I hunt because I love nature. I mount trophies because I respect it. Taxidermy isn’t some weird obsession or macho flex. It’s the way I capture the wild — raw and honest. That moment when I locked eyes with a rutting buck, or the adrenaline when the boar came crashing through the thicket… a picture fades. A head mount? That’s memory solidified. That’s real. Some folks say it’s just “stuffed animals.” Yeah? Then you’ve never watched a true taxidermist breathe life back into glass eyes and cured hide. It takes more than glue and foam — it takes knowledge, precision, and soul. That’s craftsmanship. That’s art. These trophies on my wall? They aren’t kills. They’re chapters. They’re why I remember every sunrise I froze through, every footprint I followed, every time I sat in complete silence — just waiting. I don’t do it for show. I do it because the wild deserves to be remembered properly. Call it what you want. I call it respect in its purest,

Post: 7 July 20:05

Prepare your sleigh in summer = book autumn trips in spring! 🍃 Autumn is an amazing time for traveling. The weather is still warm as in summer, but there are significantly fewer tourists in popular destinations, and more silence and 🏞 stillness of nature. 🗣 Join a hunting tour of 🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan. You will be able to travel across the entire eastern part of the country and see all the very beauties of warm autumn. ☝️BUT: Stalker knows what you will especially like. We have top places in our piggy bank where you are guaranteed to get good ibex from 130 cm and even more. The hunting grounds border the national park, from where the gene pool of good ibex is freely replenished. Work is being done well against poaching. 📆 Best hunting dates: from October 15 to December 1. 10-day tour, 7-8 days of hunting. ℹ️ A solid base camp at an altitude of 2,000 meters with a full staff of rangers, a cook and assistants. The main hunt is conducted from pop-up tent camps, maximum altitudes up

Post: 22 May 06:36

Alternative Botswana 👉 Category: best places for family vacations. The list of great places for a joint or family trip continues with the undeservedly pushed aside 🇧🇼Botswana. You should definitely consider visiting this beautiful country in the near future! ➕Solid advantages! 1️⃣ There is hunting for plains game. Of course, there is also hunting for large game, such as elephant, leopard and buffalo, but this is later in the season. 2️⃣ You do not need a visa to Botswana. 3️⃣ The weather in April-May is still remarkably warm, there is a lot of game and enough entertainment for several days in a row! Kudu, eland, oryx, zebra, springbok, impala, warthog, waterbuck and many other trophies. 4️⃣ The camp is luxurious, in the best traditions of Southeast Africa. Separate guest chalets with a terrace, a common recreation area with a dining room and a traditional campfire for an evening cocktail. 5️⃣ And the prices are even lower than in South Africa and Namibia. The best recommen

Post: 14 March 10:45

Browning X-Bolt chambered in .30-06 review Alright, here's a breakdown of my experience with a Browning X-Bolt chambered in .30-06, particularly focusing on the upgrades of an aluminum bedding block and a Mastergun stock. I'm coming at this from the perspective of someone who hunts regularly and tinkers with their rifles quite a bit. Overall Impression Browning X-Bolt: The X-Bolt, out of the box, is a solid hunting rifle. Reliable, accurate enough for most hunting situations, and relatively lightweight. However, like most factory rifles, it has room for improvement, particularly in terms of consistency and feel. That's where the bedding block and the Mastergun stock came in. Browning X-Bolt (Base Rifle): Pros: Smooth Bolt Action: The 60-degree bolt lift is quick and easy, especially when you need a fast follow-up shot. It's definitely a step up from some of the more clunky bolt actions out there. Lightweight Browning X-Bolt: Carrying this rifle through the woods all day is ma

Post: 11 February 22:50

“Ever since I was a kid, an Alaskan moose hunt has been at the top of my list. And, this season, it was finally here. We were dropped deep into in the Brooks Range and quickly found ourselves chasing rutting bulls through the tundra swamps, tussocks, and ridge lines. After about a week and a handful of incredible encounters, we were hit with a days-long September snow storm. The sudden weather shift also called for a change in our tactics; we began to hunt bull moose more like a Midwest whitetail. Setting up along an obvious trail—that move proved to be the best decision we made on the entire trip. As we waited to fly the meat out, we glassed up a large grizzly—a bonus opportunity after an already successful hunt. We put a plan for a stalk in place and with luck still on our side, it all came together. There are no words to describe a hunt like this other than, once-in-a-lifetime.” - Mathews own’ Jeff Ozanne #MathewsLIFTX #mathews

Post: 16 December 09:21

Last weekend, I embarked on an unforgettable hunting trip in the heart of California’s wilderness. The journey began at the crack of dawn, with the sun casting a golden hue over the sprawling landscapes of the San Bernardino National Forest. Armed with my gear and a sense of adventure, I set out to explore the rugged terrain. The forest was alive with the sounds of nature, from the rustling leaves to the distant calls of wildlife. As I trekked deeper into the woods, I encountered a variety of game, including black bears and wild pigs. The thrill of the hunt was palpable, and every moment was a testament to the beauty and challenge of the great outdoors. One of the highlights of the trip was spotting a majestic mule deer. With careful precision and respect for the animal, I took my shot. The experience was both humbling and exhilarating, reminding me of the importance of conservation and responsible hunting practices. After a successful day in the field, I set up camp under the starlit

Post: 4 October 16:06

The sound of gunshot will have been echoing across the moorlands on the "Glorious Twelfth" – the start of the annual grouse shooting season on August 12 and lasting through to December 10. Managing the "Glorious Twelfth" originated in 1773 when a shooting law was introduced to restrict when one could and could not hunt or even buy game. The biggest growth in grouse hunting came about during WWII and through the 1950s. With food supplies cut off because of attacks on shipping, the UK's food imports dropped from pre-war fifty-five million tons to barely twelve million tons by the end of 1939, barely enough to feed the nation. Even today in the 21st century, shot birds often end up in restaurants, butchers' shelves, and supermarkets. So, what impact and benefits does grouse shooting have on today's economy and where do the royals fit in? For the protection of the land, shooting provides essential income for the Moorlands Association. It is responsible for over 1,500 jobs in the heart

Post: 23 August 15:33

SUMMER PREP EQUALS A BETTER FALL DEER SEASON Don't wait until the season starts. It’s hard to think about frosty mornings at hunting camp this time of the year. The outside temperature for many of us is still hovering around the triple-digit mark, and the air is so thick you could probably squeeze water out of it if you made a fist. But now is exactly when you need to be putting in the work for the upcoming season. UPGRADE YOUR GEAR Think back to last season. Did a fogged scope cost you a big buck? Did your treestand squeak when you tried to get into position for a shot? Did you leave a hunt early or skip going out altogether because of inclement weather? Now is the time to remedy all those problems. Available stock on sporting goods always seems to be in short supply just before season. Don’t wait until the gear you need is sold out before you start shopping. Purchasing early also allows you to get familiar with your new equipment, particularly firearms and optics. Not having to

Post: 13 December 09:33

CANADIAN NORTHWEST TERRITORIES MOOSE & MOUNTAIN CARIBOU HUNT FOR 2 HUNTERS. Tickets The Hunt: This is a 12-day, 2×1 fully guided hunt scheduled from September 18-30, 2024. It includes: 1. A 12 Day fully guided 2×1 Moose & Mountain Caribou hunt for 2 hunters. 2. The Trophy Fees for 2 Moose. 3. The Trophy Fee for 2 Mountain Caribou. 4. The tag and trophy fees for 2 wolves. 5. The tags and trophy fees for 2 wolverines. 6. Government license and harvest fees ($417 USD per animal). 7. Air charter into base camp return ($1,794 USD per person) from Norman Wells, NWT. 8. A $8,000 check to help cover commercial flights and expenses. SCI Alaska Chapter has teamed up with Arctic Red Rivers Outfitters to offer this 12-day 2x1 fully guided Moose and Mountain Caribou hunt for 2 hunters in some the most remote, pristine wilderness in North America. The watersheds of the Arctic Red and Cranswick Rivers in the northern MacKenzie Mountains of the Northwest Territories, the nearly 10,000 s

Post: 24 October 18:00

This is a close up shot from my living room window in Ancient Olympia, Greece. I have a five month old daughter who adores birds and looking at them got me pondering. Most of them are migratory birds and I am about to embark on a similar move. This is not my hometown, I moved here two and a half years ago, this was essentially the first place I rented. I came here single and in a matter of two months I got married and a year later I got pregnant. A number of adversities have come my way, the harshest of which is my current state of unemployment. We have decided to move to a place far away from here, to my grandmother's place. It's a small cottage but it will be our home by the sea on a Greek island. I wish I could let those birds know where we are moving so they can visit and have a rest. Inner peace and love to everyone

Post: 18 July 17:24

Day 2 of 5. Oklahoma. I packed up camp on the lake and headed to the river. The water was all the way up to 52 degrees after being in the low 30s the week before! I setup on a deep hole (20ft. deep) with a big inside eddy. I caught a 3 pound dinner cat within 2 minutes of setting up, then another small fish 2 minutes after that, then this surprise January Flathead about 5 minutes later! 3 fish within the first 15 minutes was a great start then it died down. After a couple hours and some missed bites I put 2 rods on the downstream side of the hole in about 6 feet of water and shortly after I got a good blue! I had fried catfish for dinner and slept like a baby with no bites the rest of the night. I love camping on the river and not just observing wildlife but being apart of it. From Coyotes howling to wild pigs squealing to big blue cats biting the crap out of me I love it!

Post: 11 January 18:11

THEN AND NOW -- Was sorting through old photos today and came across a b/w 1974 photo taken in our Fort Wayne home's family room where several of my bowhunting mounts were being displayed. The mountain lion (1970) and black bear (1971) rugs, as well as the whitetail mount (1963), represent my first record book big game animals. The color photo shows a portion of our Indiana Cattail Valley home's Memory Room and entryway where a few more mounts remind me of other unforgettable bowhunts I've made during my decades as BOWHUNTER Magazine Editor/Founder. Feature articles about each North American adventure have been published in ARCHERY, OUTDOOR LIFE and, of course, the magazine my partners and I created and first printed in the summer of 1971. Can't help but wonder how many of today's friends and followers have read some of published features. Any favorite or memorable tale that stood out. Just a bit curious as I reflect on my professional writing and bowhunting career that now spans 60-

Post: 11 January 09:42

The rise of the German Empire under Prussian leadership was in full swing during the mid 1800’s. For the first time, the army, which up to this time had been made up chiefly of the Prussian aristocracy and peasantry, was opened up to the middle class. This, combined with sweeping economic and political changes occurring throughout Europe, led to a rise in the status of the middle class within the Empire. With this rise came increased privileges regarding land ownership and hunting. In previous centuries, it was usually only the kings, prices and nobles who had the right to hunt, and they owned vast tracks of land for this purpose. However, as the wealth of middle-class Prussia grew during the 1800’s, merchants, professionals, and other middle-class citizens were able to purchase or lease land for themselves on which, of course, they could hunt. Fulfilling a Need In Germany dense forests blended with open fields and housed all types of feather and fur, including grouse, rabbit, fox, dee

Post: 24 November 11:03

New Jersey to reinstate black bear season New Jersey’s annual black bear hunt is back on. The announcement came yesterday from Governor Phil Murphy, who opposed the hunt, after an increase in bear sightings and bear-human interactions as well as a potential population tipping point of over 4,000 bears within the next two years, according to WPVI ABC News. If approved, the hunt could be held as early as next month from Dec. 5 to 10 with an additional hunt slated for Dec. 14 to 17 if the reduction quota of 20% isn’t met during the first hunt. “While I committed to ending the bear hunt, the data demands that we act now to prevent tragic bear-human interactions,” said Murphy. As GOHUNT previously reported, Murphy canceled the controversial annual bear hunts as part of his campaign promise. As a result, the state canceled the hunt in 2020 and didn’t hold one in 2021. “Bear hunting in New Jersey has been a highly controversial topic for several decades, but only because officials like Mu

Post: 15 November 12:47

When the boats are running and the sun is hot, you can still count on getting bites with this efficient finesse rig By now, most bass anglers are familiar with the drop-shot rig. Two decades have passed since the tactic first hit the fishing scene. The drop-shot’s origins are in Japan, where finesse-fishing gurus perfected the technique and later shared it with West Coast anglers facing tough fishing conditions in the clear waters of California. The drop-shot quickly answered the prayers of bass anglers struggling to get a bite. Then the drop-shot moved east, proving its effectiveness through the country’s midsection and into the Great Lakes. It was here that the drop-shot, which allows bottom contact even in the roughest waters, gained steam among smallmouth bass anglers. Personally, I fished the drop-shot rig to over a quarter-million dollars in tournament earnings during my tenure as a competitive angler on Lake Erie in the early 2000s. Then, nothing came close to the rig’s effec

Post: 16 September 19:15

Aoudad Hunting: The Poor Man’s Sheep Like countless other big game hunters across the U.S., I dream of one day roasting tenderloins in a high-altitude camp as the flickering firelight casts its glow on a set of wild sheep horns strapped to my backpack. Be it a fully curled Rocky Mountain bighorn, Dall, Stone or Desert, I don’t care — I just want to be a sheep hunter, the kind that the legendary Jack O’Connor was as he roamed the withering heights with his .270 in hand. Unfortunately, being a sheep hunter is my dream, not my reality thanks to staggeringly high hunting costs and precious few tags available through state draws. But there is hope for a wannabe sheep hunter like myself, hope that comes in the form of a beautiful nomadic animal with sweeping horns that have found their way to American shores. Those sheep are the imported aoudad sheep, or Barbary sheep. Native to the rocky, desert mountains of North Africa, the sheep have made themselves quite at home in the similarly dry a

Post: 15 July 09:21

How the Grunt Call Came to Be Realtree pro staffer Brad Harris was grunting up whitetails long before deer calling was cool Brad Harris was high in a tree in Mingo Swamp in southeast Missouri when a 6-point buck walked by at about 80 yards. Harris doesn’t remember the exact year, but it was in the ’70s. He was working in the mines back in those days, and he was among several in a group who loved to bowhunt and spent about every free minute of a break talking about bows, arrows, broadheads, and whitetails. This was back in the day, Harris says, when top-of-the-line hunting equipment was a 45-pound Shakespeare recurve with cedar arrows, and just getting a deer — anything with legal antlers — was a huge accomplishment. One of those buddies at the mine had told Harris that his brother had been hunting and listened as a little buck, standing right under his tree, had made a curious grunting sound. The guy pinched his nose and re-created the grunt himself. Harris had never heard a whitetail

Post: 15 June 18:13

Lever-action rifles may seem antiquated, but for some folks, they offer a great combination of hunting aptitude and self-defense effectiveness. The X Model from Henry takes their proven action and adds a bit of a tactical flair with synthetic furniture, a short rail at the end of the fore-end, and a threaded muzzle. Muzzle brakes or a suppressor can be easily added, and even for a camp rifle, being able to easily attach a light is a well-thought-out attribute. It’s a short, handy rifle that can be operated quickly and maneuvered well in tight spaces and cycled very quickly. Your caliber selection will depend on your needs. If you’re dealing with lots of bears as well as two-legged threats, the .45-70 will be the way to go. Otherwise, the .357 or .44 mag options offer plenty of power for hunting deer, and offer increased magazine capacity. Not to mention that the increased barrel length will give you better performance than a handgun will, with mild to little recoil. MSRP: $970

Post: 22 September 17:09

Each year, dozens of people get lost in the Mountains and become the subjects of search-and-rescue missions. In most cases, people simply wandered off of marked trails and lost their bearings. Losing one's way in the woods can be an unsettling, frightful experience. If you follow the blazes or cairns, you should have no trouble. But, if you should find you've wandered off the path, stop immediately. In many cases, you will find that retracing your footsteps will bring you back to the trail. If not, follow these steps: 1) Pay close attention to your surroundings and landmarks and relate this to your location on a map. 2) Stay calm if you get lost. Panic is your greatest enemy. If you run wildly around, even for a little while you could lose your sense of direction complete. Try to remember how you got to your present location. 3) Trust your map and compass (if you have them) and do not walk aimlessly. Use the compass to give you a sense of direction. Think of which way you came, an

Post: 16 September 18:34

Our good friend Joe Tenney of Creek Side Deer Recovery in Ohio put this shot chart together with help of several Ohio Trackers a couple years ago. Now please read my words carefully, these pins were from deer that were tracked by a dog. These pins represent the outcome of the track. When you see a green pin that means there was proof of life, a trail cam pic, sighting or jump on track. The moral of the story? If you make a good bad shot in center mass the dog is going to find that deer! Stay low and stay off the shoulder! Most of these pins are archery tracks! Garmin Fish & Hunt GunDog Outdoors Bloodtrailz TNC Crates Band of Heroes Outdoors Covert Drones LLC South Texas Barbecue Company -WV Tre Kerns #longspurtrackingandoutfitting #bloodtrailztrackingapp #bloodtrailz #GarminSponsored #trekernswhitetailproperties #covertdrones #jessethevoodoodog

Post: 17 September 09:18

THE WOLF OF MY DREAMS!!!… The challenges of wolf hunting- you sit there staring into space, in a fog, your mind goes numb, for who knows how long… then all of a sudden, it happens. And when you spot a wolf, or a pack of wolves, your emotions REDLINE!!! You go from a lethargic daze to gasping for air… IT’S WILD!!! Let me tell you the story of this wolf… My friend Mark McKay, Richy and I were climbing in our blind at daybreak. I was sliding my feet into the bottom of my Heater Body Suit and just about to zip it up when I heard someone say, “WOLVES!!!” Remember the emotions I was telling you about. 🤯🤯🤯… Mark scooted into the blind and informed us he had just seen the whole pack, and they were coming our way! I quietly racked a shell in my Browning 7mm, and gave myself a pep talk about gathering my “chickens!” Eight wolves came into sight!!! They were about 170 yards away down over the ledge of a beaver dam. They held up just barely in a small shooting lane. That’s when I noti

Post: 31 January 10:01

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