As a species, we humans are fascinated by predators. Whether we’re watching “Shark Week” on TV or anxiously waiting for the lions’ feeding time at the zoo, there’s something about predators that intrigues us. A mystique that causes us to stare off into the woods at night, wondering if, somewhere amidst the dark trees, something
Feral hogs have proliferated much of the continental United States and, despite efforts to control their numbers, continue to populate and spread. Here’s what you can do about it. Feral hogs are descendants of domestic pigs, Eurasian wild boars, and hybrids of the two that have either escaped or been released into the wild and
In an age where man’s desire to modernize and exploit the natural world has oozed its way across the planet in an unyielding tide of consumption, Alaska has so far remained mostly untouched. The state has somehow held its ground against the pounding waves of development, remaining a beacon of wilderness on the shores of
Although the Bengal tiger is endangered today, back in the mid-1800s, it was considered premier dangerous game on the Indian subcontinent. Measuring up to 10 feet long and weighing as much as 400 pounds, these apex predators could summarily disembowel prey or its human pursuers with its four-inch-long canine teeth or retractable claws. The tiger’s
For hunting guides like me, the outdoor world is our church. The towering spires of the mountains are the stonework of an ancient, timeless cathedral. Every sunrise and sunset cast upon them is as magnificent and moving as light through stained glass. The bird calls and bugling of bull elk among the trees are our
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
