Angler Breaks 64-Year Minnesota Record in Giant Nighttime Muskie Catch
In late November, a young angler caught a Minnesota state record muskie. But the catch still falls short of the world record by more than 10 pounds!
Maine Officials Say ‘Do Not Eat’ Local Deer After Finding PFAS in Specimens
Maine’s state government is urging people to avoid eating meat harvested from deer due to industrial chemicals that leeched into one grazing habitat.
Work Worth Doing: The Serendipity of a Hunting Season
Hunting hasn’t lost its soul. And social media is not real life. This is what I thought about throughout my 2021 season.
The Best Outdoor TV Shows Streaming on Netflix
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.
US Fish and Wildlife Sued for ‘Failing to Protect’ Species, Habitats From Lead Ammo
On Monday, the Center for Biological Diversity sued the federal government for putting endangered species at risk in wildlife refuges across the country.
Reward: Help NPS Solve Illegal Game Killing at Bandelier National Monument
One elk and one mule deer were illegally killed at Bandelier National Monument. And the NPS is asking for your help to catch the culprit.
Fishing-Friendly Puffy: Simms ‘Fall Run’ Kit Targets Warmth on the Water
The return of the Simms Fall Run Jacket and Vest put warmth in a profile that wears well with waders or around town.
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CO Officials Use Trail Cams, Seek Help to ID Suspected Moose Poacher
The search is on for a poacher who illegally killed a moose in Colorado and left it to die. Officials seek the public’s help in finding them.
The Best Women’s Hunting Boots of 2022
From the best elk hunting boots to the warmest boots for the treestand, you’re bound to find something in our list of the best hunting boots for women.
History Channel Show Asks: Can Hunting Coexist With Wildlife Conservation?
Is there a place for hunting as wildlife faces profound threats? The History Channel partners with the Cabela Family Foundation to find out.
Mathews Archery Reminder: It’s Time to Prep for Hunting Season
Follow these tips from Mathews Archery to prepare your bow and yourself for a successful bowhunting season.
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Video: Short Film Addresses the Conundrum of High-Fence Hunting
A documentary from Blood Origins takes a deep look into the ethics and conservation aspects of high-fence hunting in Texas.
Bottomless Comfort for Backcountry Hunts: Stone Glacier 32-Degree Chilkoot Quilt Review
Stone Glacier brings us a down quilt designed specifically for backpack hunting that’s packable, lightweight, and comfortable in unexpected ways.
Angler Breaks 75-Year-Old CO Brook Trout Record
If you’ve ever seen a brookie like this, you saw one that belonged in the record books. A Colorado man pulled the lunker from Monarch Lake.
The Best Fishing Sunglasses of 2022
Sunglasses can make or break your success on the water. Without the right pair of glasses, you may not be able to get the job done.
The Best Flashlights of 2022
We tested the best flashlights for 2022 with options for every budget. Top picks include Fenix, Olight, and more!
PacBak Cooler Transforms Into Fish-Cleaning Table, Vacuum-Sealing Station
If your least favorite part of fishing involves cleaning up when you get home, then this new cooler from PacBak is worth a look.
The Best Hunting Boots for Men in 2022
Whether you’re hunting moose in the Yukon or wing-shooting pheasants in South Dakota, we’ve rounded up the best hunting boots of the year.
Vista Outdoor Buys Simms Fishing Products, Adds to Fast-Growing Stable
The new asset, purchased for $192.5 million, bolsters its rapidly expanding portfolio and arrives ahead of a major restructure for Simms.
The Best Fishing Rods and Reels of ICAST 2022
The ICAST 2022 Award Winners were announced last week, and the lineup does not disappoint. Here’s a look at the rods and reels that stole the show.
Man Sues Bass Pro Shops for $5 Million Over Socks
A Missouri man claims Bass Pro Shops owes him substantial damages, disputing a lifetime warranty the retailer offered on socks.
The Best Broadheads for Hunting in 2022
The business end of an arrow is one of the most vital components of bowhunting. Finding the right broadhead for you, your bow setup, and the animal you’re hunting can be the difference between filling a tag and not. Once we let that arrow go, it’s out of our hands, and the broadhead takes the… Read more »
The Best Binoculars of 2022
Whether birdwatching, route-finding, or hunting, you need the best binoculars to optimize your time spent outdoors.
Archery Bullseyes, Full Freezers: Victory VAP TKO Arrow Review
Victory Archery is the undisputed carbon arrow experts. Its VAP TKO Arrow line is as good as it gets for micro-diameter carbon arrows.
23-Year-Old Shatters Records as Bassmaster Elite’s Youngest Champion
On July 17, Jay Przekurat became the youngest Bassmaster Elite event winner at 23, with the heaviest total of smallmouth bass ever weighed in a tournament.
First Lite Launches Typha: A Full Kit for Waterfowl Hunters
Typha, First Lite’s new all-encompassing waterfowl line, hits shelves this week accompanied by a dedicated video series.
How to Fish a ‘Shoreline Bucket’: Trout Fly Fishing 101
What’s a shoreline bucket and what makes it such a prime lie for trout? This brief explainer from Jensen Fly Fishing reels it in.
Fly Fishing 101: How to Choose a Fly Rod
Backcountry teaches aspiring anglers the basics of how to choose a fly fishing rod in this quick explainer.
The Best Camping Hatchets of 2022
From survival, craft, and self-sufficiency standpoints, there is no better place to start simplifying than by purchasing a camping hatchet.
Is Vector Arrows Disrupting the Arrow Industry?
There’s a new kid on the block in the arrow industry, and they’re making waves with their ‘internet-age arrows.’ Vector Arrows is changing the experience and is here to stay.
Orvis Film ‘Follow The Water’ Explains the Plight of the Everglades
Learn how conservationists fight to restore Florida’s Everglades in an Orvis video tracking efforts to address sustainable water use.
Danner Recurve Hunting Boot Review: 2 Years of Use & Abuse
The Danner Recurve is a midweight, pliable hunting boot fit for high mountains and big miles. They impressed me during two hunting seasons.
Putting It to the Test: KUIU Women’s Hunting Gear Apparel Review
KUIU introducing a complete line of women’s hunting gear isn’t something anyone expected, because they said it would never happen. Yet, here we are.
The Best Tactical Backpacks of 2022
The right tactical backpack offers a perfect combination of ample storage, practical features, and all-day comfort. Check out our list of the best tactical backpacks of 2022!
Hefty, Feature-Rich: Pnuma Outdoors Crestone Mountaineer Pack Review
The Pnuma Outdoors Crestone Mountaineer Pack is a hardy backpack with some cool features. And it’s capable of coming out of the mountains heavy.
Haaland Designates America’s Newest Wildlife Refuge
The Lost Trail Conservation Area is the first expansion of the National Wildlife Refuge System under Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland.
Proposed Lead Fishing Tackle Restriction Faces Opposition From Sportfishing Community
Many applaud the move toward opening more National Wildlife Refuges to hunting and fishing, but a lead fishing tackle restriction has some dismayed.
Fly Fishing 101: Fly Line Anatomy Explained
Wannabe anglers can learn the basics of a fly fishing setup with this new video from Backcountry’s YouTube channel.
One of the Best Zero-Drop Trail Runners: Altra Lone Peak 6.0 Review
The Lone Peak 6.0 from Altra is the new standard in zero-drop trail running shoes. They perform in rugged terrain is ways that were unexpected.
