Hunt & Fish

More Power, Range, and Almost Countless Upgrades: QuietKat Apex HD & XD Review

A serious redesign to the QuietKat Apex line brings improved performance, comfort, and a whole lot more with the new HD & XD models.

Written by Rachelle Schrute May 15, 2024

Made for the Waves: Benchmade Water Collection Review

Your knife game on the water might have just gotten a much-needed upgrade with the Benchmade Water Collection. I know mine did.

Written by Rachelle Schrute May 15, 2024

The Best Base Layers for Hunting of 2024

We’ve rounded up the best base layers to keep you warm while hunting. Top picks include KUIU, Sitka, and First lite.

Written by Sean McCoy May 13, 2024

Over 50 Fitness for Hunters: MTNTOUGH Preseason Prep 50+

Get “mountain ready at any age” with Randy Newberg and MTNTOUGH and the Preseason Prep 50+ Program.

Written by Rachelle Schrute May 13, 2024

A Midlayer That’s Anything but ‘Mid’: Sitka Ambient 100 Hooded Jacket Review

A midlayer that comes in hot with maximum efficiency is how I’d describe the Ambient 100 Hooded Jacket from Sitka Gear.

Written by Josh Kirchner May 10, 2024

Mother’s Day Gifts for Moms Who Fish

Mother’s Day is right around the corner. If your mom loves to toss a line, why not get her a fishing gift for Mother’s Day?

Written by Rachelle Schrute May 07, 2024

Putting Desert Sheep Back Where They Belong: KUIU Conservation Direct

Conservation Direct has concluded its sixth project, reintroducing desert bighorn sheep to the Montana Mountains of Northern Nevada.

Written by Rachelle Schrute May 06, 2024

Mother’s Day Gifts for Moms Who Hunt

Sure, you could get Mom another coffee mug or bath bomb, or you could get her a Mother’s Day gift she’ll really love when hunting…

Written by Rachelle Schrute May 03, 2024

Dozens of Poached California Deer: 6 People Charged With Conspiracy

In one of the state’s biggest poaching cases in years, half a dozen people face felony charges for an alleged killing spree of deer.

Written by Andrew McLemore April 30, 2024

Next-Level Gear Organization: Leitner FORGED Active Cargo Truck System Review

The Leitner Designs Forged Active Cargo System, complete with GearPODs, has changed the way I haul my gear in all the best ways.

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 29, 2024

Patagonia’s Winter Fly Fishing Kit Review: There Is No Off-Season

Designed to withstand the harshest winter fly fishing conditions, Patagonia’s Winter Fly Fishing gear provides the performance you expect with the creature comforts you need…

Written by Zach Burton April 29, 2024

How to Find Morel Mushrooms: Foraging 101

Want to find your own morel mushrooms? These tips and tricks will help you gather heaps of morels.

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 23, 2024

Scientists Suggest First Link Between Always-Fatal Deer Disease CWD and Human Deaths

An article published in Volume 102 of ‘Neurology’ suggests a possible link to CWD as a contributing factor in the deaths of two humans.

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 19, 2024

An Ocean of Power in the Palm of Your Hand: Dark Energy Poseidon Pro Review

Unparalleled charging speeds, ultimate reliability, and some serious durability is what you get with the Dark Energy Poseidon Pro power bank.

Written by Josh Kirchner April 18, 2024

WY Judge Throws the Book at Shed Antler Poacher

Jonathan Lee Cox faces hefty fines and possible jail time after allegedly illegally collecting and transporting more than $18,000 worth of shed antlers.

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 17, 2024

Streamlined and Refined: Holosun HE508T-GR X2 Review

The rugged, failsafe Holosun HE508T X2 can stand up to the rigors of the turkey woods and eliminate the guesswork when it’s time to pull…

Written by Adam Moore April 16, 2024

Common Types of Archery Bows: Compound, Recurve, Longbow, and Self Bow

Compound, recurve, longbow, and self bows have distinctive designs and benefits. We break them down to help you understand which is right for your needs.

Written by Ian Standard April 12, 2024

The KUIU Storm Star 2 Tent Shines, Regardless of Weather

Rain, snow, sun, wind: nothing seems to rattle the KUIU Storm Star 2. This four-season tent is beyond capable of whatever environment you throw it…

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 12, 2024

Kick Off Camping: Free Entry at All National Parks on April 20

National Parks Week kicks off with a free entry day, and extends to April 28 with events, themed days, and volunteer opportunities.

Written by Will Brendza April 11, 2024

The GiantMouse ACE Jagt Hunting Knife Makes a Damn Fine EDC

Made with hunters in mind, the GiantMouse ACE Jagt might actually be the EDC you didn’t know you needed.

Written by Nick LeFort April 10, 2024

Why Botswana’s President Just Threatened to Send 20,000 Elephants to Germany

President Mokgweetsi Masisi said the offer was ‘not a joke,’ in response to Germany’s proposed hunting trophy ban.

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 08, 2024

Missouri Angler Catches World-Record Bighead Carp

On March 19, 2024, Chance was bank fishing on the Missouri River when he hooked into the fish of a lifetime — a world-record bighead…

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 05, 2024

First Confirmed Colorado Wolf Depredation Since Reintroduction

Colorado wildlife officials confirmed that a calf had been killed by a wolf, the first recorded since the hotly debated December wolf reintroduction.

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 05, 2024

Vortex Eyewear: The Optics Brand Takes Aim at Shades

Vortex Optics has taken a confident leap into the sunglasses market. Today, the brand launched Vortex eyewear, and I can tell you, these shades are…

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 04, 2024

Major League Fishing Suspends ‘King of Trash-Talk’ Jim Watson

Jim Watson suspended through December 31, 2025. Major League Fishing may have finally had enough of the ‘King of Trash-Talk.’

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 01, 2024

Justin Hamner Crowned 2024 Bassmaster Classic Champion

A true underdog story comes to life at the 2024 Bassmaster Classic, where Justin Hamner walked away with top honors.

Written by Rachelle Schrute March 29, 2024

Overland Expo Founder Speaks Out for Greater Land Protections

Respected overlander, hunter, and 4×4 enthusiast Jonathan Hanson makes the case for more protected wilderness, not less.

Written by Jonathan Hanson March 28, 2024

Best Bang for Your Buck: DSG Bexley 3.0 Ripstop Tech Hunting Pants Review

Light, cheap, durable: pick two. Unless you’re talking about the DSG Bexley 3.0 Ripstop Tech Pants, the warm-weather unicorn that left me eating my words…

Written by Andrea Wilson March 27, 2024