If the late Walt Disney portrayed small towns as cartoon characters, Hyder would surely have landed the role of “quiet stepsister.” Seemingly Alaska’s shy secret, you won’t find this historical town in any of the state tourism literature or see … Continue reading
Congress fixed the air traffic controller problem and now considers a bill that will involve many more Americans. Safari Club International (SCI) strongly supports the Recreational Fishing and Hunting Heritage and Opportunities Act, introduced by Congressman Dan Benishek (MI) and … Continue reading
A recent South Dakota turkey hunts nearly turned into an endurance contest as Mother Nature threw wind, snow, sleet, rain, and temperatures down to the single digits. Luckily, I had the opportunity to test a new Nissan Frontier 4X4 Pro4X, … Continue reading
A stick snaps. Leaves crunch in a slow, steady rhythm, the unmistakable cadence of approaching game. The sound grows louder as you scan the brush, searching for the first glimpse of movement. Suddenly, antlers appear through a tiny opening and … Continue reading
My recent turkey safari to South Dakota was colder, and with worse weather, than most deer hunts. When hunting the Great Plains in spring, I’ve learned to be prepared and usually take my fall deer gear, especially if the duds … Continue reading
The sight you choose can make the critical difference in a hunting situation. Will it be bright enough in low light, too bright at a critical time, confusing when estimating range, or fail at a time of great excitement? Since … Continue reading
I could barely believe my eyes… the biggest whitetail buck I’d ever seen was standing 100 yards away in a wide-open field. I was crouching behind a bit of honeysuckle in a fencerow opening just wide enough for a two-track. … Continue reading
Turkeys, hogs, and varmints are the perfect warm-up for fall deer season, but is your bowstring ready for the rough road ahead? Are you getting all the speed it can deliver — quietly and reliably? Corrine Bundy is marketing communications manager … Continue reading
Dad so wanted his daughter to kill a spring gobbler that he handed his young lass a 12-gauge shotgun loaded with 3” magnum shells. Following dad’s prompting, she fired a practice shot at a target 30 yards away, but the … Continue reading
If you are a turkey gobbler standing within 50 yards of my location, #7 is your most unlucky number. For many turkey hunters the historical discussion about shot size for spring gobblers is the choice between #4 and #6 shot. … Continue reading
Hyder: Alaska’s Cinderella City
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New York’s First-Ever Youth Deer Hunt a Success
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Hunter Mentoring Continues to Gain Momentum
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The Rifle That Can’t Miss: An Ethical Sporting Rifle?
American military snipers are among the most lethal in the world, making shots at incredibly long ranges. Now comes the ...
Shape Up for Eight Great Causes
Getting into serious hunting shape takes determination, and an intermediate goal is an excellent way to focus your energy and ...
A First: Pennsylvania Reports Zero Hunting-Related Fatalities
Zero may not have a reputation for being the ideal number, but the Pennsylvania Game Commission and hunters within the ...
New Legislation May Affect Muzzleloaders and Reloaders
Muzzleloading and reloading sportsmen have always relied on local gun shops and suppliers to purchase blackpowder, smokeless powder, and blackpowder substitutes. However, ...
