The first few steps on your hunting journey may feel overwhelming. There's a lot to consider when learning about the equipment, clothing, and skills you need to be successful in the field. However, if you focus on learning basic hunting terminology and mastering the essentials…
One of my favorite outdoors maxims is "You are your own first responder." Hunting often takes place in remote areas, far from hospitals and rapid-response emergency medical personnel. You'll be around weapons, sharp edges, and the unpredictabilities of Mother Nature, so knowing first aid for…
Hunting for population control is more than simply reducing the number of game animals in a given area. When wildlife populations grow beyond what a habitat can effectively sustain, the entire ecosystem suffers. Consequences of unchecked animal populations may include overbrowsing, limited resources, and disease.
Checking the weather is crucial when choosing the right gear and clothing for your hunt. An informed hunting forecast can also help you determine animal behaviors and movement patterns. Whether you're an experienced backcountry elk hunter or a novice whitetail hunter, understanding the weather can help…
Before lacing up your boots and heading to the field, start each hunt with a hunting safety checklist. By making a list, you can help prepare for whatever the elements and Murphy's Law throw at you. Whether you're chasing goats in the rugged mountains of…
