Skip to content
  1. Time for Intense Focus

    Oct 19, 2012, 1:02 AM EDT

    inhead

    o you can bet our pre-training here for the event includes every steadiness and patience scenario we can concoct. If the dog has a mental file of the situation to which to refer, then chances are much better it will perform the task put in front of it.

  2. Shoot Straight Old Friend

    Oct 19, 2012, 1:01 AM EDT

    billhanus480x700

    The results of the trial demanded I add that gun to the safe as well, even though the used gun cost twice as much as what I’d paid for the 16 gauge, new, years before! That alone is testament to the clarity of Bill’s vision of the perfect birdgun.

  3. Through the Eyes of A First Time Elk Hunter – Part II

    Oct 17, 2012, 1:01 AM EDT

    jasonchristianrandyelk

    At the last “Around the Campfire with Bill” post we left college student Christian Marshall and guide Jason Winters of R&K Hunting having just bailed over the side of a steep canyon in pursuit of what looked to be a 5×5 bull and a small herd of cows.

  4. The Purpose of Scoring

    Oct 16, 2012, 1:00 AM EDT

    The Purpose of Scoring

    Scoring systems were implemented to track the success of conservation programs. Species like bison & pronghorn that were thought to be ‘vanishing’ have obviously been restored through conservation and game management –and, in many cases, are displaying larger horns/antlers.

  5. Prepping for Master National Tests

    Oct 12, 2012, 1:02 AM EDT

    mnt

    With such a large entry, the early Master National set-ups will be shorter, but more technical than we generally see in a lot of weekend hunt tests.

  6. Through the Eyes of A First Time Elk Hunter – Part I

    Oct 12, 2012, 1:01 AM EDT

    RandyChristianBill

    They could probably catch up to the elk with time to make a shot before dark … as long as they didn’t have to drag the oldtimers with them. So we were sent back to the Polaris … to wait!

  7. Tips on Shotshells for Upland Hunting

    Oct 10, 2012, 1:01 AM EDT

    shellsblog

    …get the best value for your money, kill more birds and enjoy yourself more, too.

  8. Calling All Lady Hunters!

    Oct 9, 2012, 1:00 AM EDT

    Extreme Huntress Pic (2)

    Women hunters are the fastest growing segment in the hunting industry So unbelievably powerful, intertwining femininity and hard-core determination, makes women exceptional advocates for protecting the right to hunt. Reveal why you’re an extreme huntress by submitting your essay into the Extreme Huntress contest extremehuntress@tahoefilms.com

  9. Customize Training to Upcoming Hunts

    Oct 5, 2012, 1:03 AM EDT

    IMG_7495

    To achieve top performance in any specific hunting situation, you’ll need to introduce your dog to those conditions ahead of time, and as thoroughly as possible.

  10. NSSF: Pro-sportsmen Bill Gains Momentum in Senate

    Oct 5, 2012, 1:01 AM EDT

    senateblog

    The Senate finally did something right! At least they’ve agreed to think about talking about doing something right.

  11. Moment of Truth … Part II

    Oct 3, 2012, 1:01 AM EDT

    IMG_3960

    Even if you’re afraid your family will think you’ve gone over the edge if you start dry firing at the television set, hunting shows on NBCSports are great training for the moment of truth.

  12. The Safari That Changed My Life

    Oct 2, 2012, 1:00 AM EDT

    E

    Huntress Livy’s first safari in Zimbabwe shaped the rest of her life; how did your first hunting adventures change your life?

  13. Training Your Dog to Water … Often

    Sep 28, 2012, 1:02 AM EDT

    DCIM100SPORT

    The only alternative other than not hunting (which is severe heat you should consider) is to bring water with you and plenty of it.

  14. Moment of Truth … Part I

    Sep 28, 2012, 1:01 AM EDT

    bkshoot

    It’s those intense seconds, minutes … if you’re very lucky … hours leading up to the kill. That’s what makes us do this, and keeps us coming back.

  15. And the World’s Greatest Deer Cartridge Is…

    Sep 26, 2012, 1:01 AM EDT

    Whitetail Slam Photo 3

    If I’m hunting big woods cover, then it’s the .308. If there’s a chance I’ll get a really long shot, then the .300 Win. Mag. will go. If I’m headed to a remote corner of whitetail country or could encounter a variety of conditions, then it’s .30-06 time.

  16. Preparing Your Hide For The Taxidermist

    Sep 25, 2012, 1:00 AM EDT

    E

    Preparing your hide for the taxidermist is critical to prevent red mold, hair slippage or rotting; read Huntress Livy’s tips on how to prepare.

  17. Perfect Storm of Water Danger For Dogs

    Sep 21, 2012, 1:02 AM EDT

    algaedog

    Sadly, cherished dogs die on opening weekends every year from blue-green algae poisoning. Do whatever it takes to make sure yours is not one of them!

  18. Celebrate National Hunting & Fishing Day

    Sep 21, 2012, 1:01 AM EDT

    NHFDay

    Remember hunters and target shooters pay for the bulk of conservation in America, without purchases of hunting licenses, firearms and ammunition, we’d have little wildlife and no place for it to live.

  19. Guns Should Be No Mystery to Kids

    Sep 19, 2012, 1:01 AM EDT

    demystify

    Talk to your kids about guns! Don’t make them more curious about guns by making them a mystery.

  20. Cape Danger a.k.a. Cape Buffalo

    Sep 18, 2012, 5:00 AM EDT

    Cape Death aka Cape Buffalo

    Tips on how to prepare for a Cape buffalo hunt; learn from Huntress Livy on how to properly prepare!