Hunting

Deer carcass disposal is an issue of both safety and legality, but be sure to use as much of the deer as you can before disposing of it properly.

Choosing the best time to kill big whitetail bucks is difficult. But knowing peak times can certainly help fill your tag.

A Colorado family tragically died trying to live off the grid in the high elevation of the Rocky mountains. Here's what they did wrong, and we offer some alternatives if you're interested in the off-grid lifestyle.

Understanding the age-old notion of predator vs. prey helps us become better hunters. Here are 20 predators and tips we can take from their efforts.

Meat Your Maker Grinders are some of the best in the business. And right now you can get Meat! equipment on sale.

Depending on where and how you hunt, it might be worthwhile to pass on a younger buck. But many hunters need not do that. Read on for our take on when to shoot and when to pass.

With advanced technology, enhanced safety features, and rider-focused design, the Polaris Ranger XP 1000 Trail Boss ensures a comfortable and exhilarating riding experience across even the most challenging terrain. 

The Nosler Model 21 is a truly fine and functional hunting rifle. Hook & Bullet's Brian McCombie tested the rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor.

Pulsar®, a leading innovator in optics technology, unveils the revolutionary Thermion Duo DXP55 multispectral riflescope, transforming the world of optics forever. As a significant upgrade to the game-changing DXP50, this groundbreaking riflescope sets a new standard for versatility in day and night use with its exceptional blend of thermal vision and full-color daytime capabilities.

Ravin is leading the way to a new era in crossbow design with their most compact crossbow ever, the Ravin R18. Well known for their crossbows being accurate and powerful without sacrificing size, Ravin certainly sticks to that philosophy, but in a design we have never seen before. 

The RAVIN R500E is a Star Wars-level of hunting technology, but does it live up to the claims, and is it worth the money?

Soccer, football, hockey, baseball. The family routine doesn't have to interfere with scouting for deer.

Federal Premium developed its Terminal Ascent line of long-range hunting cartridges to have accuracy similar to competition rounds yet with bullets producing the kind of expansion and energy dump needed for quick, clean kills.

More modern versions of straight-wall rounds are now available, accurate and dependable hunting options that won’t dislocate your shoulder. This year both  Remington and Winchester debuted two new options. And you don’t have to hunt in a straight wall state to use these very effective rounds!

Wild pigs are invasive to North America. They were brought to America by early European settlers, most likely Desoto and the Spanish explorers. While these pigs were domestic upon arrival, they quickly became feral.

Whitetails are driven by scent. After all, their nose is the No. 1 tool for communication and security. Thus, it’s important to understand how the various whitetail scent glands influence deer behavior. Here’s everything you need to know about whitetail scent glands.

Most people know Cowboy Cerrone as an MMA fighter in the UFC. He’s pulled together an excellent career, amassing 36 wins, 16 losses, and two national championships. The guy can fight. But you all already knew that about him. It’s the cowboying, hunting and other things that are lesser known.

Turkey calling is hard. Let the pros help you out.

Wild turkeys can be infuriating to hunt. These bird-brained animals are beloved, but routinely find ways to thwart even the best-laid hunting plan. Fortunately, that’s what makes it fun. Still, changing tactics throughout the day can increase the odds of success.

A lot is going on in the wide world of wild turkeys. Trends are becoming entrenched in different facets of turkey life, including habitat, hunting, and especially populations. Here are 10 such trends that every hunter should be aware of for the foreseeable future.