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Nicole Qualtieri

Nicole Qualtieri

Based in Montana, Nicole Qualtieri is GearJunkie's Hunt + Fish Editor. She also serves as a Board Director for Orion the Hunters Insititute, a non-profit promoting fair chase and hunting ethics nationwide. A DIY hunter, she comes from a non-traditional hunting background and began hunting and fishing in her 30s. She's been a voice for hunting, fishing, and conservation since 2014, when she got started working on the television show MeatEater. She's an avid horsewoman, bird dog aficionado, snowboarder, hiker/backpacker, food nerd, and all-around outdoorswoman. Find her online at @nkqualtieri.

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The Best Headlamps of 2022

May 20, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri & Sean McCoy

We tested the best headlamps of 2022 with options for every budget. Top picks include BioLite, Black Diamond, and more!

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Wild Game Processing Gear Review: Making Meat With MEAT!

March 29, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

It’s not often you get to butcher whole animals with a ton of different wild game processing gear on site. And MEAT! made it both intuitive and easy.

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Remi Warren Celebrates ‘Live Wild’ Hunting Podcast With Gear Giveaway

March 23, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

Remi Warren released a new podcast. And he’s celebrating by giving you really cool stuff from MTNTOUGH, Stone Glacier, and Gerber Gear.

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Outdoor Writing Scholarships: Freeflow Institute Launches 2022 Experiential Courses

March 18, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

The outdoor-writing institute is booking river trips for 2022 with incredible authors. And it’s got scholarships on offer.

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How to Get Started Solo Backpack Hunting

March 11, 2022 |  By Josh Kirchner

Solo backpack hunting is not for the faint of heart. It’s for those who thirst for adventure and adversity.

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Snow Goose Hunting 101: How to Get Started

March 8, 2022 |  By Douglas Spale

Spring snow goose hunting might seem intimidating. But it’s not as difficult to get started as you might think.

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Sitka ‘Equinox Turkey Collection’ Armors Up With Tick, Insect Protection

March 8, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

The new Turkey Equinox line offers a vest and clothing that compliment the specific needs of the run-and-gun turkey hunter, especially in the presence of disease-carrying insects. 

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‘On Broken Country’ Examines Nature of Landlocked Public Land

March 7, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

OnX Hunt’s latest film delves into public land, private land, and the conflict that arises when modern life catches up with habitat.

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Stylish, Affordable, Comfy AF: ‘Freely’ Athleisure Wear First Look Review

March 1, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

The private label brand from Academy Sports & Outdoors focuses on affordable athleisure for everyone. And firsthand, it’s awesome stuff.

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Review: Bubba Blade’s Inshore Fishing Rods Deserve a Chef’s Kiss

February 28, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

Bubba Blade expanded its line into inshore fishing rods. And they’re everything you’d expect from the beloved fishing- and food-focused lifestyle brand.

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goHUNT’s Brady Miller Teaches Rifle Shooting Positions for Hunters

February 28, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

In this quick video, Brady Miller breaks down how to shoot better in the field. And he shares what gear you can use to help.

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‘From Field To Table’: A Hunting Class for Beginners, by Experts

February 16, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

Outdoor Solutions’ ‘From Field To Table’ program is likely the most comprehensive hunting course on the market. For new hunters, I can hardly imagine a better start in the world of procuring your own meat.

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‘Dogmen’ Celebrates Brotherhood, Tradition of Southern Dog Handlers

February 14, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

This short film from onX Hunt focuses on the beauty of what it means to be a traditional dog handler in the American South.

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‘Infinite Battery’ Smartwatch: Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Review

February 9, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

Garmin’s second-generation Instinct series takes one of the brand’s most popular watches and — as you’d expect — makes it better. 

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The Heartache of Lost Game Animals and How to Cope

February 8, 2022 |  By Josh Kirchner

The worst part about hunting is when it doesn’t all come together. 

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SHOT Show 2022: Best New Shotguns for Hunters

January 27, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

We attended one of the biggest gun shows on the planet. Luckily, it coincides with the release of new shotguns from brands across the industry.

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Tips From Randy Newberg: How to Draw More Elk Tags

January 27, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

If you want to hunt elk out of state, there’s a heckuva lot to learn. Seasoned pro Randy Newberg recorded the goods for anyone trying to figure it out.

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SHOT Show 2022: The Best New Hunting Rifles

January 26, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

Though we didn’t see a ton of new rifles drop at the 2022 SHOT Show, there’s still something on this list for everybody.

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Colorado Proposes Hunting Ban on Mountain Lion, Lynx, Bobcat

January 14, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

Colorado’s state Democrats introduced SB22-031 on Jan. 12. It aims to ban legal hunting and trapping of the state’s wild felines.

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The Best Bows of 2022: Top Flagship Compounds From ATA

January 12, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

Brands at the Archery Trade Association trade show dropped the newest flagship compound bows for 2022. These are our picks from the show.

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‘Conquer More Challenge’: MTN OPS Kicks Off Ultimate New Year’s Resolution Contest

January 7, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

Ready for a new year and a new you? MTN OPS hopes to help with its thorough self-betterment community campaign, the Conquer More Challenge.

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MeatEater Announces First Lite ‘Typha’ Waterfowl Line, Film Series

January 3, 2022 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

The latest innovation from First Lite’s hunting line features a waterfowl-specific camouflage called Typha. And MeatEater sweetens the pot with three new waterfowl-focused series.

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The Best Ice Fishing Tents of 2022

December 23, 2021 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

Call it an ice shanty, ice shelter, or ice fishing hut. Whatever your preference, these are the best for filling your freezer with fish this year.

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14 Best Hunting Books for Your 2022 Reading List

December 22, 2021 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

The hunting story follows human language back to the very beginning. And luckily for us bibliophiles, there are now hunting books, apps like Audible, and a Kindle to tell it.

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‘Everyone Deserves to Play’ Highlights Hunters Helping Rural African School

December 13, 2021 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

In this short film from Blood Origins, a group of African hunters comes together to bring electricity, running water, and playgrounds to a school in their community.

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Work Worth Doing: The Serendipity of a Hunting Season

December 3, 2021 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

Hunting hasn’t lost its soul. And social media is not real life. This is what I thought about throughout my 2021 season.

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The Best Outdoor TV Shows Streaming on Netflix

December 3, 2021 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

If you’re forced to be indoors for any reason, you might as well watch outdoor TV shows that whisk you into the elements. Here are the top shows according to GearJunkie.

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Infrastructure Bill Adds Billions in Funding for Wildlife Crossings, Habitat Restoration

November 24, 2021 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

The bill was signed into law on November 15 by President Biden, and it’s jam-packed with dollars for public lands, wildlife, and waters.

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Seek Outside Fortress 4800 Review: A Customizable Pack for the Hardcore Hunter

November 24, 2021 |  By Josh Metten

Seek Outside’s Fortress is a versatile, durable, ultralight load hauler that’s made in the USA with a commitment to conservation.

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Bow Spider Review: The Solution to Hands-Free Hiking in Archery Season

November 17, 2021 |  By Rachelle Schrute

You can now carry your compound bow hands-free and with minimal issues, thanks to the Bow Spider.

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The Two Things That Better Hunters’ Rifle Accuracy in the Field

November 5, 2021 |  By Nicole Qualtieri

Modern Day Sniper’s Caylen Wojcik breaks down the two biggest pieces of foundational wisdom that can help all hunters be better behind the rifle.

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