From the Magazine

Celebrities
From Homeless to Family Feud: The Secret Fishing Hook That Saved Steve Harvey's Life
Explore the early life of Steve Harvey and how fishing played a crucial role in his survival as a struggling comedian.

Shooting
Daniel Defense H9 Review: A 1911-Style Striker 9mm, Range Tested
Hudson Arms had the hottest gun at SHOT Show 2017 and was bankrupt inside of two years. Daniel Defense bought the patents and spent four years rebuilding the H9 so thoroughly that exactly one part carries over. We took it to the range to see what survived.

Humor
Crack a Molson for the Super-Nice Canadians
A dry, irreverent take on Canada’s legendary politeness, strange city names, hockey heartbreak—an affectionate roast of America’s nicest neighbors.

Shooting
EOTECH
Pump vs. Semi-Auto: Why the Mossberg 990 AfterShock Tames Heavy Buckshot Recoil
Mossberg’s 990 AfterShock is a compact semi-auto 12-gauge that shoots fast, kicks light, and offers serious close-range defense.

Fitness
Mindset for Victory: How a Navy SEAL Turns Setbacks Into Success
Real strength isn’t just about how far you can push, it’s about knowing when to stop, and having the humility to own the difference.

Fitness
Burn Fat With Eric McCormack’s Zone Fitness Training Guide
This Zone Training guide will teach you how heart rate zones boost fat loss, fitness, and endurance.

Lifestyle
H&B Editor’s 2026 New Year's Message
Editor’s 2026 New Year’s Message from Hook & Barrel Magazine on self-awareness, inner peace and growth.

Shooting
Beretta: Celebrating 500 Years of Tradition and Innovation
A behind-the-scenes interview with Franco Gussalli Beretta and his son Carlo Gussalli Beretta.

Food & Drink
Traditional Homestead Moose Pot Roast Recipe (Tender & Savory)
A moose pot roast cooked in a cast iron Dutch oven was a staple of American settlers' diets. And it still tastes as good today.

Good Grub
Brined, Smoked Bear Loin: Wild Game Recipe
Bear meat gets a bad rap, but when you get past the myths and learn how to cook it, a bruin loin like this is absolutely delicious.

Celebrities
From UFC Cage Fighter to Hunting Guide: The Wild Second Career of Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes is a two-time All-American wrestler, UFC and Bare-Knuckle champ, but he is also a YouTube star thanks to his love of the outdoors.

Destinations
Ice Bar: Tour the Top 5 Chillest Watering Holes + Drink Recipes!
Put on your parka, because these are the five best ice bar destinations in the entire world, and they're all extremely cool.

Jamming Out
As Non-Typical As It Gets: Meet The Droptines Band
It’s time to get the drop on the hard-working, alt-country Texas band that’s on the point and rising no matter what song they are cranking out! Plus, they’ve got a band name that every deer hunter in the world can relate to!

Hunting
Federal Ammunition
HEVI-Shot HEVI-Hitter Layered Waterfowl Shells: Ammo Review
We put HEVI-Shot's new HEVI-Hitter layered-load shotgun shells through their paces. They could be a revelation for duck hunters.

Trophy Room
Q&A With West Virginia Mountain Mama Maddy Wasmer
Maddy Wasmer sat down with Hook & Barrel Magazine to let us in on what really makes this badass bowhunting outdoorswoman tick.

Shooting
Beretta AX800 Suprema First Look: The Ultimate 3.5-Inch Duck Gun
Low recoil and fast loading. With the AX800 Suprema waterfowl shotgun, Beretta has truly raised the bar on what a waterfowl shotgun can be.

Celebrities
NHL Legend Carey Price: On the Ice, On the Water, In the Field
This future HOF NHL goaltender is still making great saves after retirement!

Music
Zac Brown: From Vegas Sphere to Georgia Deer
Exclusive interview with country music’s non-apologetic boundary pusher as he preps for ZBB’s Sphere shows.

Last Laugh
Confessions of a Hallmark-Movie Leading Man
I am the dude in every single Hallmark Christmas movie. AMA.

Lifestyle
Silent Nights, Smiling Ducks: An H&B Holiday Season Message
A special message on the meaning of Christmas from Hook & Barrel Editor-in-Chief John Radzwilla.
