Hunt & Fish

Let’s Get Visual: inReach Messenger Plus Brings Photo and Voice to the Backcountry

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. The Garmin inReach Messenger Plus now gives you pictures, voice messages, and 1,600 characters.

Written by Rachelle Schrute September 18, 2024

The Best Base Layers for Women of 2024-2025

We tested and found the best base layers for women including top picks from Smartwool, Icebreaker, Black Diamond, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Kylie Mohr September 15, 2024

The Best Women’s Hunting Pants of 2024

Over hill, over dale, through brush, and through briar, your pants and bibs must hold up when you hunt. Here are the best hunting pants…

Written by Rachelle Schrute September 13, 2024

The Best Hunting Boots for Men in 2024

Whether you’re hunting moose in the Yukon or wing-shooting pheasants in South Dakota, we’ve rounded up the best hunting boots of the year.

Written by Sean McCoy September 12, 2024

Missouri to Allow Drone Use During Hunting Season

The Missouri Department of Conservation now allows drones use in recovering wounded deer, turkey, elk, and black bear.

Written by Rachelle Schrute September 11, 2024

SITKA Goes Under ‘Cover’ With Next-Gen Greener Camo

SITKA Gear goes green with OPTIFADE Cover. We tested it and are pleasantly surprised just how under Cover we truly were.

Written by Rachelle Schrute September 09, 2024

Customizable Storage for Hunting Rifles and More: NewAge Gun Cabinet Review

Sometimes you need something between a classic gun cabinet and a traditional gun safe. The NewAge Gun Cabinet fits that sweet spot.

Written by Rachelle Schrute September 05, 2024

The Best Fishing Sunglasses of 2024

Sunglasses can make or break your success on the water. Without the right pair of glasses, you may not be able to get the job…

Written by Rachelle Schrute, Constance Mahoney and Aaron King September 02, 2024

Former Utah Wildlife Official Charged in Illegal Hunting Scheme

Wade Heaton, a former Utah Wildlife Official. is one of seven men charged with baiting game animals for profit.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 29, 2024

The Best Fishing Waders of 2024

We tested the leading fishing waders , including options from Patagonia, Simms, and Orvis, to find the best of 2024.

Written by Constance Mahoney August 29, 2024

The Best Fishing Shirts of 2024

We tested the best fishing shirts with options for every budget. Top picks include Simms, Costa, Patagonia, and more!

Written by Rob Simpson August 29, 2024

Holy Crappie! Fishing Buddies Break State Record Minutes Apart

Nothing like some record-breaking, fishing buddy competition on the water. You know what they say: some crappie records are made to be broken.

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 26, 2024

The Attack on Mountain Lion Hunting Is an Attack on All Hunting

The proposition to ban mountain lion hunting in Colorado erodes the fundamental pillars of conservation and removes a viable, healthy food source.

Written by Sean McCoy August 26, 2024

The Best Fishing Hats of 2024

Stay protected from the elements with our favorite fishing hats for 2024. Top picks include Shelta, Columbia, Simms, and more.

Written by Ben Hickok August 26, 2024

No Good, Very Bad Day: Hunter Mauled AND Shot During Alaskan Brown Bear Attack

A hunter is recovering in Anchorage from both a brown bear attack and a gunshot wound.

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 20, 2024

Rod, Reel, and MagnaCut Steel: MKC x Huk Flathead Fillet Knife Review

A little cerakote on your boat, a little magnacut in your tacklebox: The Flathead Fillet is likely the last fillet knife you’ll ever have to…

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 17, 2024

UPDATE: Convicted Poacher of ‘Hollywood Buck’ Sentenced to Jail Time

Virginia officials said they hoped the stiff penalties would deter other poachers.

Written by Rachelle Schrute and Andrew McLemore August 16, 2024

New State Record on the Line: Montana Fisherman Catches Giant Chinook Salmon

Jim Fauth snagged the giant fish in Fort Peck Reservoir — the only Montana waterbody that contains Chinook salmon.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 15, 2024

Shock Value ‘Hunters’ Fuel Anti-Hunting Fire: We Must Demand Higher-Caliber Ethics

Poaching, ethically defunct hunting, and shock value content has hit hunting media. The implications not only make the tradition look bad, but they also drive…

Written by Rachelle Schrute August 07, 2024

Bowtech’s $4,000 ‘Honor’ Bow Salutes Fallen and Disabled Vets

The Honor bow is a functional piece of art that supports an absolutely incredible cause. Turns out, it can send a few serious dingers, too.

Written by Rachelle Schrute July 29, 2024

How to Sight In a Rifle Scope

As a hunter, there are few things more disheartening than missing what you’re aiming at. Properly sighting in your rifle scope will help prevent that.

Written by Josh Kirchner July 24, 2024