Hunt & Fish

App Turns This Drone Into a Dedicated Fish Finder

Find fish before you get there, scout great casting spots from the air, and record all the action of landing that prize lunker — the…

Written by Lowell Strauss August 17, 2018

Exo Mountain Gear K2 5500: A Season of Elk Hunting Packouts

Any hunter who’s tried to pack out two quarters of a bull elk knows a good pack is an absolute necessity. I spent a season…

Written by Joe Ferronato August 14, 2018

Meet the Company Giving Fly Fishing an Attitude Adjustment

MONDO refutes fly fishing’s cliche facades with bright colors, affordable gear, and no BS. As the brand likes to say, “less egos, more amigos.”

Written by Allie D’Andrea August 13, 2018

Overlanding Essentials for Backcountry Hunt Scouting

Chasing wild animals can take you on harsh trails. Include these overland essentials on your rig packing list to be prepared.

Written by Morgan Mason August 08, 2018

St. Croix Rods Wins 3 ‘Best of Show’ Awards at 2018 ICAST

Last month, St. Croix Rods swept a trifecta in rod-building awards at ICAST, the fishing industry’s prominent annual tradeshow.

Written by Lowell Strauss August 08, 2018

Eyewear From Trash: Costa Baffin Recycled Sunglasses Review

Clean our oceans, promote recycling, and protect your eyes — all with the latest sunglass collection from Costa and Bureo. We put the Costa Baffin sunglasses…

Written by Chloe Nostrant August 07, 2018

Hunter’s Best Friend: Watch Trainer Shape Great Gun Dogs

Sitka’s latest film highlights the bond created between man and labrador during intensive training and the chase of waterfowl.

Written by Morgan Mason August 06, 2018

Used and Abused: Crispi Nevada GTX Hunting Boot Review

Arguably the most important piece of equipment hunters own is footwear, but it’s easy to get lost in a sea of options. For this review,…

Written by Caleb Vanwagner August 06, 2018

‘Our Wild’: Mule Deer Biologist Chases Elusive Trout in Wyoming

Ben Kraushaar’s newest film, ‘Our Wild,’ highlights three women in the wild backcountry of Wyoming.

Written by Morgan Mason August 03, 2018

Beating the Banks: Best Topwater Bass Fishing Lures and Secrets

Professional bass fisherman Jay Wallen gives a rundown on his favorite topwater lures for bass fishing.

Written by Jay Wallen August 03, 2018

Rods, Reels, Lures: Favorites of ICAST 2018

Amidst the sweltering heat and humidity of Orlando’s annual ICAST event is the newest fishing gear to hit the market.

Written by Morgan Mason August 02, 2018

GearJunkie Hunt & Fish: New Section ‘Bridges the Gap’

GearJunkie expands its reach in the outdoor realm with a new site focused on hunting and fishing.

Written by Morgan Mason August 02, 2018

Kifaru Crater Backpack Review: A True Hunting Workhorse

The Kifaru Crater is a massive, customizable backpack designed with the big game hunter in mind. Our contributor lugged it through four months of hunting…

Written by Nick Trehearne August 01, 2018

Chronic Wasting Mapped: onX CWD Map Layer

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) raises red flags about the health of animals and game meat. With a map layer from onX, you can find out…

Written by Morgan Mason July 20, 2018

Multipurpose Watercraft: Wilderness Systems Radar 135 Review

Fish, hunt, or explore: The Wilderness Systems Radar 135 offers multipurpose usage to the everyday adventurer.

Written by Jason Walls and Morgan Mason July 17, 2018

Pedal Power: Fishing Watercraft of ICAST 2018

The future of personal watercraft looks bright! We scoured the ICAST fishing convention to find seven exciting new fishing boats.

Written by Morgan Mason July 16, 2018

The Best Hunting Podcasts for the Offseason

Summer’s here, which means the itch for fall has also arrived. Quench your autumnal desires by listening to the following podcasts, which educate, entertain, and…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 13, 2018

What’s on Your Reel? Leader and Tippet Explained

The leader and the tippet are crucial elements to fly fishing. Once you’ve got the backing and fly line figured out, you’re ready to learn…

Written by Chloe Nostrant July 13, 2018

Patagonia, Danner Team Up for ‘Foot Tractor’ Wading Boots

Patagonia this week reveals its first collaboration ever: a fishing boot made by Danner. Meet the new Foot Tractor.

Written by Sean McCoy July 09, 2018

REYR Reinvents the Fly Rod

It has no eyelets and telescopes from a small handle. The REYR Gear First Cast is a western-style fly fishing rig is like none we’ve…

Written by Sean McCoy June 28, 2018

What’s on Your Reel? Fly Line and Backing Explained

Fly rods get all the glory, but when it comes to catching fish and delivering perfect casts, the line does much of the work. This…

Written by Chloe Nostrant June 27, 2018

Sitka Sights Past Hunting: Nimbus Jacket Review

Sitka branched outside of its hunting market with the Train, Travel, and Work line. We reviewed the Nimbus Jacket, a lightweight and windproof option for…

Written by Jessica DeLorenzo June 22, 2018

Watch: Fishing Community Fights for the Yellowstone River

‘The Yellowstone River is starting down some trouble.’ With those words, a community with deep roots in the region goes to work.

Written by GJ Staff June 21, 2018

Pedal, Fish, Catch: Old Town Predator PDL Kayak Review

Catch more fish, fish more spots, and get some exercise — the Old Town Predator PDL fishing kayak has plenty of upside. We took it…

Written by Joel Mason June 15, 2018

World’s Toughest Grandma Fights Off, Strangles Rabid Bobcat

The 46-year-old woman literally finished applying a “Women Who Behave Rarely Make History” bumper sticker before fighting the wild animal to the death.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 15, 2018

Danner Pronghorn Hunting Boot: A Season-Long Test

Anyone who hunts knows that wet feet suck — and that wet, cold feet suck even worse. I tested the Danner Pronghorn boot in the…

Written by Joel Mason June 13, 2018

To Kill a Black Bear: A Hunt for Answers

A hunter struggles with ethical questions, both societal and personal, surrounding black bear hunting.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri June 06, 2018

Walmart Rod Lands Record-Breaking Catfish

Hauled from a Virginia lake, the catfish ‘Big Earle’ has been dubbed ‘a true river monster.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 31, 2018

Stealth Fisherman: Flycraft Inflatable Driftboat Review

The trailerless, portable, inflatable Flycraft Stealth Fisherman weighs just 100 pounds fully-rigged for two anglers. We floated several rivers for this review.

Written by Morgan Mason May 31, 2018