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Rifle Ammo

Understanding Terminal Performance: Why Bigger Bullets Aren’t Always Better

There's too much misinformation on the terminal performance of a bullet. It’s time to clear things up

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Hunter Recruitment

Why We’re Failing to Recruit African American Hunters (and How to Fix It)

There’s a huge opportunity to bring in more Black and minority hunters and anglers, but first, we have to make some changes

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Whitetail Deer Hunting

The Two Biggest Deer Organizations Are Joining Forces. What Does It Mean for Hunters?

The Quality Deer Management Association and the National Deer Alliance announce plans to merge

An angler holding up a senko rigged lure.
Largemouth Bass

6 of the Best Ways to Rig a Senko (The Best-Selling Bass Lure of All-Time)

A Bassmaster pro shows you how to hook more fish anytime of year with a classic rig

A hunter kneels beside a dead antelope.
Hunting Rifles

There’s No Such Thing as a ‘Stopping Rifle’

Some guns are more effective than others at putting down dangerous game, but there's not one rifle you can absolutely count on when a wild animal charges

A Lone-Star TX15 AR-15 Rifle on the hood of a tan utility vehicle.
Guns

The 8 Best Hunting Guns that Double as Self-Defense Firearms

Dual-purpose guns you can depend on in the backcountry and at home

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Hunting Rifles

.260 Remington vs. 6.5 Creedmoor: It’s All About Understanding Rifle Twist Rates

It might not win in a popularity contest, but the .260 Rem. is beginning to gain traction with hunters

An angler with a large striped bass at night.
Freshwater

How To Catch a 50-Pound Striper From The Surf

Fishing legend Alberto Knie's 10 tips for hooking into monster striped bass

A hunter aiming a rifle at a shooting range.
Hunting Rifles

8 of the Hottest New Hunting Cartridges for 2021 and Beyond

Which one of these new rounds will be the next big thing in the shooting world?

A coaster brookie caught in Lake Superior.
Freshwater

The Ultimate Guide to Fishing the Great Lakes this Summer

There’s a revival going on in the Great Lakes. Here’s how to get in on the action

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Largemouth Bass

How to Fish for Bass Like a Pro: Spinnerbait Tips from Kevin VanDam

Expert fishing tips from the big-bass catching legend, plus seven of the best spinnerbaits

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Whitetail Deer Hunting

11 Strategies For Growing The Perfect Deer Food Plot

A guide for creating better whitetail food plots no matter where you hunt

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Shotguns

Expert Shotgun Shooting Tips from Trap, Skeet, and Sporting Clays Pros

Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a world-class competitor, these trap and skeet shooting tips from some of the nation’s most accomplished shotgun shooters will help you improve your game.

A hunter kneeling beside two large caribou in the snow.
Big Game Hunting

Planning to Hunt Alaska Someday? Here’s Why Caribou Should Be Your First Trip

Caribou are the gateway big-game animal for hunting Alaska

A snake beside boxes of hunting rifle cartridges.
Hunting Rifles

The Most Iconic Rifles and Cartridges from African Safaris

Classic bullets and guns from the greatest big-game continent

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Hunting Dogs

The Tale of Jake and Belle: A Hunting Dog Story You Haven’t Heard Before

There’s a deep, rich history of African American dog trainers in the South. It’s time to face the beauty, and ugliness, of those origins

A hunter aiming a rifle while in a hunting blind.
Shotguns

6 Tips for Becoming a Crack Shot with Your Shotgun Inside 40 Yards

Don’t just head to the shooting range the week before bird season begins. This program will make you a more effective wingshooter than ever

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Public Lands & Waters

The Senate Is About to Pass a Bill That Will (Finally) Fund Public Lands and Ease Maintenance Backlogs in National Parks

The Great American Outdoors Act would permanently fund LWCF and address failing public-land infrastructure

Nuggets of fried bass served with lemon and sauces.
Largemouth Bass

How to Prep and Cook Largemouth Bass Fillets for Fried Deliciousness

Plenty of folks argue that largemouth bass taste like mud. But they’re not prepping their fish properly

A Primary Weapons sSystem MK107 Mod 2-M rifle.
Guns

The Best Truck Guns: 15 Guns for Your Pickup

A customized MK107 Mod 2-M pistol in .223 leads the charge in this rundown of best guns for your truck