Hunt & Fish

Stories From the Hunt: Living With Time to Kill

Deer hunting is often an exercise in patience. And with time comes an opportunity for reflection.

Written by Sean McCoy November 04, 2019

Most Customizable Bow Release? TRUBall GOAT Review and How-To

The TRUBall GOAT may be the most customizable handheld release option to date. We put it to the test and give some pointers for using…

Written by Jace Bauserman October 31, 2019

Badlands Vario System Review: Versatile, Comfortable Hunting Pack

The Badlands Vario Pack System is built on the premise that one pack system can meet all your hunting needs. GearJunkie’s Jace Bauserman puts that…

Written by Jace Bauserman October 31, 2019

The Best Dogs for Waterfowl Hunting, Quantified

Looking for a waterfowl dog? These are the best dog breeds for hunting ducks and geese based on quantifiable performance in the field.

Written by Marty Grabijas October 31, 2019

Double-Duty Hunting Clothes: From City to Backcountry

Most folks who venture into the backcountry to hunt will also venture into a coffee shop. These clothes for both men and women are functional…

Written by Allie D'Andrea October 30, 2019

The Best Fly Fishing Gear Now: 2019 IFTD Awards

Simms came out as a dominant force in fly fishing at the International Fly Tackle Dealer trade show last week in Denver. The brand took…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 25, 2019

Sweet New Fly Fishing Gear: GearJunkie Picks From IFTD 2019

Three full days on the floor at fly fishing’s main trade show, IFTD, gave GearJunkie’s Hunt/Fish editor a solid take on what’s new in fly…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 24, 2019

Organize a DIY Hunting Camp for Women: Here’s How

By organizing a female-friendly deer camp, you can create your own space for observers, new hunters, and traditional hunters alike to come together and learn.

Written by Sponsored Post October 23, 2019

Engel Live Bait Coolers: Old-School Quality, New-School Tech

Ruggedly original, Engel was first on the scene in portable refrigeration. But the brand hasn’t stopped.

Written by Sponsored Post October 23, 2019

How to Field Dress and Pack Out an Elk

As much as deer and elk are similar, there are a few tips and tricks that go a long way when you end up with…

Written by Jace Bauserman October 22, 2019

6 Great Female-Focused Adventure Films

A growing number of female filmmakers, directors, producers, and subjects are broadening outdoor narratives on screen.

Written by Morgan Tilton October 18, 2019

Trip Report: Fly Fishing for Pink Salmon Along MN’s North Shore

Here are a few fly fishing tips for locating and catching pink salmon in the rivers off of Lake Superior’s North Shore in Minnesota.

Written by Jake Ferguson & Zach Burton October 16, 2019

Dividing Line: Is Social Media Polarizing American Hunters?

Hunters in the heartland and on the East Coast feel both inspired and left behind by a burgeoning Western influence in American hunting media. A…

Written by Joe Genzel October 16, 2019

5 Sportswomen Changing the Face of Hunting

A mix of up-and-comers, behind-the-scenes advocates, and influential personas, these five women are changing what it means to be a hunter in the public eye.

Written by Sponsored Post October 15, 2019

How to Dress a Duck — and Most Game Birds

Basted with fat and capped with crispy skin, a pan-fried duck breast is as good as it gets. Let’s see how easy it is to…

Written by Lowell Strauss October 11, 2019

Benchmade Altitude Review: Crazy-Light, Ultrasharp Mountain Hunting Knife

With S90V steel and a stripped-down design, the Benchmade Altitude packs a ton of cutting prowess into a superlight package.

Written by Sean McCoy October 09, 2019

Farming, Ranching, Hunting: ‘Not Just a Man’s World’

Many of us aren’t able to be full-scale participants in our surrounding landscape. Alex Templeton, however, is that and more.

Written by Sponsored Post October 07, 2019

Give’r Launches Mittens Straight Out of Jackson Hole

The cottage brand Give’r blew up Kickstarter with its gloves in 2016. Now, it’s expanding a burly handwarming line to include insulated leather mittens.

Written by Sean McCoy October 03, 2019

Crispi Colorado GTX Boot Review: A Great Early-Season Option for Hunters

This season, I was fortunate enough to take the new Crispi Colorado GTX for a spin. Here’s my take on this rugged and comfortable boot.

Written by Josh Kirchner October 03, 2019

The Leatherman Charge+: Your New, Versatile Best Friend

The Leatherman Charge+ is my first true-to-form multitool. And for over a year, it’s been a constant in my daily life.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 03, 2019

Orvis Kicks Off ’50/50 On the Water’ Film Tour, Celebrates Women in Fishing

Orvis’ latest film tour celebrates women in fishing. The brand’s 50/50 On the Water series will likely come to a town near you.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 30, 2019

‘Cast and Carve’: Short Film Blends Fly Fishing and Snowboarding

A new short film by Jones Snowboards combines Jimmy Goodman’s passions of snowboarding and fly fishing. And it’s like no Jones Snowboards film you’ve seen…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 30, 2019

Get Inspired: A Veteran Tests Hunting Limits in the Alaskan Alpine

An Iraq veteran pushes his own personal boundaries and shares his journey with us in this short film by SOG Specialty Knives & Tools.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 26, 2019

10 Tips for a Better Over-the-Counter Elk Hunt

Elk hunting OTC units on public land is hard. Use these tips to improve your do-it-yourself elk hunt.

Written by Jace Bauserman September 26, 2019

4th Hunter Attacked by Grizzly in Same Montana Mountain Range

The headcount rises for grizzly bear attacks in Montana’s Gravelly Mountains, as a hunter from Ohio was mauled Tuesday. On September 16, a grizzly bear…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 25, 2019

15 Pieces of Hunting Gear That Last a Lifetime

Investing in gear can be a big decision. But knowing that a piece of hunting gear is likely to last your lifetime is helpful when…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 24, 2019

The 10 Best Fishing Songs for Your Playlist

Music can help set the tempo of the day, and luckily there’s no shortage of fishing-themed songs that can get anglers ready for a day…

Written by Jess McGlothlin September 24, 2019

6 Effective Ways to Target Late-Season Summer Steelhead

Just because summer is ending doesn’t mean steelhead fishing has to. These are some of the most effective tactics to target summer steelhead through December.

Written by Carter Reschke September 23, 2019