Hunt & Fish

The 6 Best Fishing Spots Near New York City

When someone mentions New York City, not many people think of fishing. While Times Square, Broadway, and the Statue of Liberty are Big Apple mainstays,…

Written by GJ Staff September 14, 2020

How to Choose Binoculars for Birding, Stargazing, and More

Whether you’re birding, wildlife watching, or hunting, binoculars can be extremely helpful for seeing things up close. But because of all the features, buying your…

Written by Johanna Flashman September 14, 2020

Packing Mules & Horses: A Weekend at the Royal Tine Guide School

Packing mules and horses is a tradition as old as domestication of the equine sort. GearJunkie’s Nicole Qualtieri spent a weekend digging into the American…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 10, 2020

How to Use a Trail Camera

Trail cameras can make your life easier and increase your chances of a successful hunt — and they may offer the edge you need to…

Written by GJ Staff September 09, 2020

The 6 Best Fishing Spots Near Denver

Have a few hours and looking to cast a line near Denver, Colorado? The state has epic mountain fishing, but you can have a great…

Written by GJ Staff September 08, 2020

Hunting First Aid: Common Injuries and What to Do, From NOLS Experts

After a summer of uncertainty and sheltering in place, folks remain eager to get outside whenever they can. With hunting season in full swing, now’s…

Written by GJ Staff September 08, 2020

Lake Superior Steelhead: Tips and Gear to Land Your First Chrome

GearJunkie’s Zach Burton and Jake Ferguson have been dialing in their steelhead effort on the North Shore of Lake Superior for a few years running.…

Written by GJ Staff September 07, 2020

How to Choose a Deer Stand

Deer hunting season is fast approaching, and now is the best time to figure out your treestand situation.

Written by GJ Staff September 03, 2020

How to Call Ducks: Chad Belding of ‘The Fowl Life’ Explains

Professional duck hunter and former baseball player Chad Belding knows ducks. Here, he shares his top tips for beginners on how to call ducks.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 28, 2020

Filson and Ducks Unlimited Collaborate on Limited Collection

The iconic outdoor brand continues its longstanding dedication to conservation with a new collection with Ducks Unlimited.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 28, 2020

Simms Flyweight Boots: Hiking Efficiency Meets Fly Fishing Footwear

Weighing in at a scant 40 ounces, the Flyweights from Simms blur the line between fly fishing footwear and hiking boots.

Written by Zach Burton August 27, 2020

Stay Warm, Pee Free: Sitka Fanatic Base Layers for Women

Nature calls for all of us. Sitka’s latest Fanatic base layers for women attempt to make number one easier for ladies on the hunt.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 25, 2020

Buying a New Compound Bow? Make It Custom

Planning on buying a new bow? Try your custom ideas on myriad bows with the Mathews Custom Bow Builder and explore the possibilities.

Written by GJ Staff August 21, 2020

Watch: How to Increase Your Compound Bow Accuracy

Archery season is getting closer and closer, and for some, it’s already here. Use these tips from GoHunt’s Trail Kreitzer to dial in your accuracy…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 21, 2020

Unique Optics: Maven Launches Custom Scopes

No more does your rifle scope have to be just black, gray, and tan. This year, Maven gives shooters a way to customize rifle scopes…

Written by Sean McCoy August 20, 2020

‘It’s All Home Water’ Series Makes Case for Pristine Boundary Waters

Nathaniel Riverhorse Nakadate writes a visual love story to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. It remains under the looming threat of a foreign copper-nickel…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 20, 2020

5 Steps to Field Dressing a Deer

While larger big-game species are often boned-out, it’s common practice for deer hunters to gut, skin, and hang deer. The procedure is a simple one,…

Written by GJ Staff August 17, 2020

ICAST’s Best of Show: Old Town Sportsman AutoPilot Fishing Kayak Tested

Old Town’s Sportsman AutoPilot Fishing Kayak is awesome, but it has a bit of a learning curve. GearJunkie contributor Morgan Nowels went down to Florida…

Written by Morgan Nowels August 11, 2020

Watch: Donnie Vincent’s ‘Winds of Adak’ Is a Modern Hunting Masterpiece

Whether you hunt or not, Donnie Vincent’s ‘Winds of Adak’ will tease your sense of adventure and leave you yearning for wild places.

Written by Sean McCoy August 11, 2020

Watch: Quartering an Elk Using the Gutless Method

Field dressing a deer or an elk can seem like a big chore, and it certainly is. But Randy Newberg’s expert take on quartering in…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 07, 2020

Learn How to Fish: 5 Books for Beginning Anglers

If you’re interested in hitting the water for fun or for food, we’ve got five books that’ll help you put a fish on the end…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 06, 2020

‘Swiss Army Knife of Binoculars’ Transforms Into Monoculars, Telescope

The Pentax VD 4X20 WP is the world’s first 3-in-1 binocular product. With a few clicks, it goes from binocular to two monoculars or a single…

Written by Sean McCoy August 05, 2020

Public Lands Legacy: Great American Outdoors Act Signed Into Law

President Trump signed a bipartisan bill into law that will put nearly $9.5 billion into outdoor recreation and public lands over the next 5 years.…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 04, 2020

Heavyweight Hauler: Mystery Ranch Terraframe 3-Zip 50 First Look

Need extra room for camera gear, an extended water supply, or hunting accouterments? This expandable Mystery Ranch pack has you covered.

Written by GJ Staff July 31, 2020

Angling for All: Orvis, Brown Folks Fishing Partner in Diversity Pledge

Tired of the lack of diversity in outdoor sports? This organization is working to change that with Angling for All.

Written by Mary Murphy July 29, 2020

Hunter Education Moves Online: First-Time Hunters, Get Started Now

With COVID restrictions redefining public spaces across the country, most states have moved hunter education to an online model. And some are offering free tuition.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 29, 2020

Benchmade Hunting Knives Just Got an Upgrade

Benchmade just gave its line of fixed-blade hunting knives a facelift. Here’s what hunters can expect from a new Benchmade hunting knife in 2020.

Written by Sean McCoy July 28, 2020

A Return to Home Waters for the Shoshone-Bannock People

Through guided river trips, Jessica and Sammy Matsaw have created a corridor of connection for their tribal youth and people through their project, River Newe. A…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 23, 2020