Big-game hunter John “Pondoro” Taylor developed a formula he claimed codified the “knockout” power of rifle cartridges. Is it a reliable measure of a round’s efficacy, or an antiquated theory with dubious origins? The study of ballistics has filled numerous textbooks through the ages and remains a contentious topic full of conflicting theories and mathematical
It has recently come to light that Idaho Fish and Game (IDFG) culled more than 200 elk from the Magic Valley and surrounding zones as part of a behavior modification study in partnership with the University of Idaho. According to EastIdahoNews.com, IDFG states the goal of the study was to learn the best method for
Hunting is about connection. A way to rediscover a formative time in our history when we provided for ourselves. Although today’s pursuit is seldom a life-or-death struggle for the hunter’s survival, the essence of that link between predator and prey endures. For many modern hunters, though, the hunt ends when their deer hits the ground.
To an avid hunter, elk are what dreams are made of. They symbolize the upper echelon of big game in North America and, for many hunters, present a once-in-a-lifetime trophy. Hunters all over the country—from the Blue Mountains of Washington State to the Cumberlands of Pennsylvania—fantasize about mountains echoing with the screaming bugles of bulls.
Shooting clay pigeons—trap, skeet, or sporting clays—can help hone your shotgun skills while you wait for hunting season to arrive. The months leading up to the fall hunting season can seem interminable for the avid bird hunter, but they provide an excellent opportunity to sharpen your skills with a scattergun by busting some clay pigeons.
In a recent article, “Don’t let the sales guy talk you into a stabilizer on your new bow,” I spoke about the importance of having a balanced bow. For those who took my advice and bought two stabilizers instead of one, here’s a guide to help you actually balance your bow. Before we start, there
