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Will Cain: From Montana Ranch Hand to Fox News Star
From working on a Montana ranch to hosting his own Fox News show, Will Cain reflects on his unconventional career, Texas roots, love of duck hunting and commitment to authenticity in this exclusive Hook & Barrel cover story.
Shooting
Black Hills Ammunition: A True American Success Story
Jeff and Kristi Hoffman risked everything to build Black Hills Ammunition. In an exclusive interview, Jeff reveals how a $12,000 gamble paid off in one of the all-time American ammunition success stories.
Music
Kashus Culpepper: Southern Sounds, Navy Roots and Life Outdoors
Alabama native Kashus Culpepper went from Navy construction work to viral songs and major concert stages. He talks about his Southern musical roots, life on the road and the childhood fishing trips he still misses.
Fitness
Frank Fumich Summits Mount Everest to Complete the Explorers Grand Slam
After decades of extreme endurance challenges, Frank Fumich had one mountain left to climb. His Mount Everest summit completed the Explorers Grand Slam and nearly cost him his life.
Trophy Room
Jessica Taylor Byers: Bowhunting, Elk & Mentoring Women
Jessica Taylor Byers talks bowhunting elk, missing a bull at five yards, training for an Alaska mountain goat hunt, joining Montana Knife Company, and mentoring women in the outdoors.
Celebrities
Treylon Burks Q&A: Hunting, Football and Finding Peace Outdoors
Washington Commanders wide receiver Treylon Burks talks hog hunting, bowhunting, faith and family—and explains why the outdoors brings him peace away from football.
Celebrities
Dan Henderson Interview: UFC, Olympic Wrestling & Elk Hunting
From two Olympic Games to some of MMA’s biggest fights, Dan Henderson has spent his life competing. In an exclusive interview with Hook & Barrel, elk hunter Hendo reckons now is the time to give back.
Trophy Room
Callie Forbes on Military Service, Fitness and Competitive Shooting
Callie Forbes turned hardship, military service and the loss of her sister into a life built around grit, fitness, shooting and service to others.
Fitness
Whitney Johns on Why Fitness Culture Is Moving Outdoors
Whitney Johns believes the gym and the outdoors are converging around a shared goal: building the strength, endurance and resilience to become more capable in the field—and in life.
Fitness
Dave Castro’s CrossFit Fitness Tips for Outdoorsmen
Ahead of the 20th CrossFit Games, "The Architect of Suffering" Dave Castro tells Hook & Barrel what real fitness looks like for hunters, anglers, and anyone else trying to gain margins in the outdoors.
