When it comes to getting your gear together for a backcountry hunt, tents, sleeping bags, and packs get all the glory. The humble sleeping pad is usually an afterthought, or is even excluded altogether in a show of faux toughness. The reality is, a high-quality sleeping pad is essential for getting the performance you expect
With turkey and spring bear seasons ending across the country, it’s time to turn attention toward fall hunting plans. This will be the first in a series of articles helping you to select the gear you need for your hunts this fall. In this initial installment, we will cover the surprisingly confusing process of purchasing
When fear and uncertainty hit—whether from a pandemic, financial crisis, or a good old-fashioned natural disaster—handloading your own ammunition ensures you can keep hunting regardless of what ammo is left on the shelves. This past weekend I went to the range with some friends from out of town. We sighted in a few rifles and
The world has gone to crazy town. There is a global pandemic on and infectious disease and public health experts are telling us we need to distance ourselves from each other to slow down the spread. Entire cities and towns are closing down. People have locked themselves away in their homes. But locking ourselves inside
Recently I was at the range testing out a few loads and trying out my new chronograph. I was firing off some factory ammo, curious to see how consistent the velocity was from round to round, when I experienced a malfunction. The recoil after pulling the trigger was noticeably less than normal and the semi-auto
When heading into the backcountry, your food situation is one of the most critical things to consider. What to bring, how much to bring, and how to keep it from attracting bears and other critters into your camp are all vital. How much food do I need? Bringing an adequate supply of food on any
