Hunt & Fish

Best Bows of 2020: Top Flagship Compounds From ATA

GearJunkie staff scoured the floors of the Archery Trade Association trade show looking at the newest flagship compound bows of 2020. These are our favorites from the…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri January 16, 2020

How to Find Late-Season Upland Hunting

For many upland hunters, the start of a new year means the end of chasing birds behind their favorite bird dog. Upland seasons across the…

Written by Morgan Nowels January 09, 2020

Charitable Fly-Tiers Reunite on Behalf of Australia

When a September hurricane demolished the Bahamas, a group of crafty fly fishermen stepped in to help. Now they’re gearing up to help those affected…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri January 09, 2020

How to Unite a Pack of African Wild Dogs (Hint: It’s Real Weird)

Wildlife biologist Wes Larson is known for his work with bears in North America, but in this short vid, he helps a South African wildlife…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri January 07, 2020

Thule Lands Denver Outfitters, Launches Fishing Category

Thule adds a whole new gear category to its offerings, just months after Yakima launches its own fishing rod-haulers.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 03, 2020

Honnold, Tesla, Stritzke: Top-Read Stories of 2019

From climbing’s night at the Oscars to a bizarre product launch that swept up the world, 2019 was a year of remarkable benchmarks in the…

Written by Sean McCoy December 30, 2019

5 Hunters to Watch in 2020

With so many hunters in the arena today, it can be hard to pin down which ones to follow. These folks send good messages and…

Written by Allie D'Andrea December 30, 2019

5 Boxing Day and End-Year Sales to Check Out Now

Boxing Day — celebrated on December 26 — is here, and brands are celebrating with even more post-holiday sales and deals.

Written by Mary Murphy December 26, 2019

Become a Knife Knut: Our Favorite Blades to Start a Great Collection

If you want to build a knife collection, start at the foundation. These knives will give you a great representative sample to grow your quiver.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene December 26, 2019

‘Yellowstone Country’: A Hunting Film for Everyone

A deep dive into the backcountry of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem to hunt elk highlights the wildlife, wide-open beauty, and difficulty of hunting in truly…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 23, 2019

Knife Junkie? This Is the Tool You’ve Been Longing For

If you’re a fan of knives, you need to tighten some odd-size Torx screws from time to time. The Work Sharp Micro Sharpener is the…

Written by Sean McCoy December 23, 2019

It’s Time to Save Santa’s North American Reindeer

As Christmas Eve approaches, the southernmost mountain caribou face a definitive demise. But $60,000 can likely reverse the situation. And you, dear reader, can help.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 21, 2019

American Micropredator: What Is Chronic Wasting Disease?

It’s easy to see a coyote, a mountain lion, or a wolf as an immediate threat to local deer and elk numbers. But the insidious…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 20, 2019

An Affordable Ice Fishing Starter Kit for Beginners

The cold is here. Ice is beginning to set on your favorite lake. And the fish are hungry.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 16, 2019

10 Affordable DIY Hunting Road Trips for 2020

Thinking of hitting the road for a 2019 DIY hunting trip? GearJunkie’s Jace Bauserman has dialed in 10 destinations to put on your list.

Written by Jace Bauserman December 05, 2019

5 Best Fishing Apps for Avid Anglers

Smartphone apps for fishing have never been more abundant. Everything from tools to connect with other anglers to advanced sonar and mapping technologies can turn…

Written by Josh Taves December 04, 2019

Double Down for the Outdoors on Giving Tuesday

Holiday shopping can feel consumptive and never-ending. But Giving Tuesday offers up the chance to do some good and put your money where your heart…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 03, 2019

Pennsylvania Moves to Allow 3 Sundays of Deer Hunting in 2020

Pennsylvania moves to allow deer hunting on three Sundays per year, a substantial increase from the zero Sundays of hunting previously allowed.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri November 26, 2019

Winchester SX4 Upland Field Review: A New Shotgun With Throwback Design

A new expansion to the popular SX4 line, Winchester built its new “Upland Field” around the company’s Action Valve Gas System. It holds true to…

Written by Zach Burton November 26, 2019

Which Swiss Army Knife? Expert’s 5 Top Victorinox Choices

Whether giving a knife as a gift or getting a handy EDC tool for yourself, the venerable Swiss Army Knives should be high on your…

Written by Sean McCoy November 26, 2019

5 Affordable Kitchen Products for Hunters Filling Freezers

Hunting to eat goes back to the earliest days of humanity. And with so much modernity in our kitchens these days, these items go a…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri November 25, 2019

5 Unusual Species to Hunt on Public Land in North America

Beyond the norms of our typical hunting grounds lies an abundance of lesser-known critters that can put meat in your freezer and fill your need…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri November 22, 2019

Our Public Lands Are Broke: Is It Time for a ‘Backpack Tax’?

We have a perfect solution we don’t use and benefactors we don’t thank. It may be time for a tax on outdoor gear.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 21, 2019

Orvis PRO Wader Review: Durable, Intelligent, and Guide-Approved

The new Orvis PRO Wader was created with fishing guides and hardcore fishing junkies in mind. GearJunkie’s Morgan Nowels put them to the test.

Written by Morgan Nowels November 19, 2019

10 Fishing Gifts for Anglers in Your Life

Shop our top 10 fishing gifts for the anglers in your life, or even for yourself. From sun-protective apparel to beautiful fly rods and a…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri November 18, 2019

First Lite’s ‘Annuli’ Film: A Heartfelt Hunt in the Northwest Territories

Hunters Bridget Noonan and Jessi Johnson hunt both caribou and Dall sheep in the high and wide Northwest Territories in this lush and soaring film,…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri November 13, 2019

‘Artifishal’: Patagonia Releases Film Dedicated to Plight of Wild Salmon

Patagonia’s long-term dedication to educating about and advocating for our waters continues with the brand’s third full-length documentary, ‘Artifishal.’ It’s available now.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri November 13, 2019