Hunting

Expert Outdoorsman’s Advice Helps ‘Mitigate Risk’ While Hunting

Lots of stuff can go wrong in the outdoors. GearJunkie sat down with Sitka Gear’s John Barklow to talk personal safety and preparedness for hunting…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 12, 2021

Truck-Offices, Calf Pillows: What a Hunting Guide Carries for Work, Travel

For professional hunters, the offseason is a time to recreate before preparing for the next season. That includes trips between ranches, hunt cabins, and maybe…

Awoke to Voke: An ‘Energy Superfood’ Makes Early Rising Bearable

Voke Tabs are a night owl’s best friend for early mornings — especially in the field.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 11, 2021

How Thermacell Keeps Hunters From Being Hunted by Mosquitoes

Thermacell wants to protect you from the buzz (and bites) of mosquitoes during early-season deer hunts.

Warm When Wet: The Secret Behind First Lite’s Merino Wool Magic

First Lite chose merino wool for the base of its layering systems for several hunting-friendly traits. Then it ‘supercharged’ that wool with unique nylon it…

Bowhunter Finds Remains of Man Missing for 53 Years

On the afternoon of Friday, Sept. 17, the Lemhi County Sheriff’s Office got a strange call.

Written by Sam Anderson September 24, 2021

Sitka Gear Aerolite Collection: Space-Age Synthetics for Hardcore Hunters

The incorporation of PrimaLoft Gold aerogel technology builds the lightest, warmest synthetic hunting collection from this brand yet.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 22, 2021

Straight Shooter: Brett Seng’s 6 Tips for a Better Bowhunting Season

We asked Brett Seng of Team Mathews for ways to prepare for bow season. His tips can help you create new habits to improve your…

‘Project Landlocked’ Highlights Inaccessible, Closed-In Public Lands

Not all public lands are easy to get to. Hunter Jason Matzinger pairs up with onX Hunt to bring light to this often-unheard story in…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 16, 2021

First Lite’s Foundry Pants Collection Reinforces Field-Tested Classics

The First Lite Foundry Collection updates its Obisidian, Corrugate, and Catalyst hunting pants with new materials and designs to address consumer demand for durability and…

Elk Calling Contest: Take This Challenge With Hunter Randy Newberg

Got your cow calling down pat? Take this challenge and see if you can beat out your friends.

Written by Mary Murphy September 10, 2021

Randy Newberg’s ‘Fresh Tracks+’ Offers Streaming Content, Increased Privacy

Randy Newberg’s new subscription-based platform provides exclusive access to one of hunting’s most notable names.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 03, 2021

Lojack Your Dog: Garmin Alpha 10 GPS Dog Collar First Look

The Garmin Alpha 10 lets you closely track up to 20 dogs’ movement in the field at a range of up to 9 miles. We…

Written by Sean McCoy September 02, 2021

The Elk Talk Podcast: A Must-Listen for Elk Hunters

Randy Newberg and Corey Jacobsen leave no stones unturned in this very listenable podcast dedicated entirely to hunting elk.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 27, 2021

Eduardo Garcia’s ‘Moments’ Highlights a Different Side of Hunting

First Lite’s latest film focuses on the minutiae, the moment-to-moment experiences, and the joie de vivre of hunting from Eduardo Garcia’s wise perspective.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 25, 2021

DIY Retriever Training: Learning the Basic Whistle Commands

Using a whistle increases the distance in which you can communicate with your versatile hunting dog in the field. Here are the basics I’m using…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 16, 2021

How to Beat the Homesick Blues During Hunting Season

Hunting season comes once a year. But it can be tough to be in the field away from family for long stretches of time. Beat homesickness…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 10, 2021

Set Up Your Bow for Archery Elk Season With Allie D’Andrea

Hunter Allie D’Andrea breaks down how she set up her bow for the upcoming 2021 elk season.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 05, 2021

Hurry Over to First Lite’s 30% Off Sale

Brands like First Lite don’t go on sale often, so when we saw some of our favorite items at discounted prices, we wanted to let you…

Written by Harley Schafer August 04, 2021

‘Duck Camp Dinners’ Brings Southern Waterfowl Fare to Table

The latest web series from MeatEater features waterfowler and chef Jean-Paul Bourgeois and his deep roots in the Louisiana Bayou.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 29, 2021

10 Pieces of Badass Gear to Level Up Your Hunting Season

Upgrading your hunting season with the following gear will significantly better your experience outside. It’s the lull before big game season. And if you’re anything like…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 29, 2021

The Best Bolt-Action Hunting Rifles Under $1,000

Purchasing an affordable hunting rifle can seem overwhelming. We’ve compiled the research so you don’t have to.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 15, 2021

Beat the Hunt Draw Blues and Find Leftover Tags Out West

Randy Newberg and GoHunt’s Brady Miller explore finding leftover hunting opportunities for anyone who didn’t cash in on draw application luck this year.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 13, 2021

Hunting Dog Profile: The Graceful, Genial Smooth-Coated Hungarian Vizsla

One of the most affable pointing breeds, the Hungarian Vizsla is a fabulous, versatile gun dog. Read on for more about this packable, companionable pointer.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 09, 2021

Learn Grizzly Bear Defense Tactics With MeatEater’s Clay Newcomb

In one of MeatEater’s latest films, expert bear hunter Clay Newcomb digs into the efficacy of defending himself against grizzly bears.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 08, 2021

Bear Spray Recall: SABRE Warns Frontiersman Canister May Not Discharge

The voluntary recall includes bear spray canisters that do not expire until 2024.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 02, 2021

Apply to Have Your 2021 Hunt Filmed Through Leupold Optics’ ‘Project Hunt’

Leupold Optics is opening up applications for hunters to have their unique 2021 hunt filmed and broadcast for the world to see.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri June 30, 2021

Camera Trapping: Expert Reveals How to Catch Grizzlies, Lions, & More in Your Backyard

D.J. Rankosky’s trail cam videos boast some of the biggest, baddest, and funniest creatures in the lower 48. He dishes on what makes or breaks…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri June 30, 2021

Archers, Rejoice! Full Draw Film Tour Is Coming to a Town Near You

The Full Draw Film Tour’s recent stop in Bozeman, Mont., provided a fun bit of gear-heavy togetherness after a shuttered 2020.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri June 21, 2021

4 Versatile Hunting Bumpers for Training Your Gun Dog

Throughout many hunting dog and retriever training programs, the training dummy, or dog bumper, serves as a vital piece of equipment.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri June 18, 2021

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