Elk hunting laws are determined by the local, provincial or federal governments.Wild Elk in the Rocky Mountains National Park image by Farias from Fotolia.comCommonly referred to as Wapiti after the Shawnee name for “white rump,” the North American elk is a popular big game.........[Read More]

According to the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, planting food plots can attract whitetail deer to a specific area. Food plots are most effective when the surrounding habitat does not meet deer's nutritional needs because of drought or poor timber management. A variety of foods can......[Read More]

Definition of ramrod as it pertains to guns and shooting. What makes a ramrod special? Find out here.......[Read More]

Hunting can often be a game of patience and waiting. While waiting, if you make a small move or noise, it brings the elk's attention to you, ruining all of your hard work. An elk or other animal may see you whether you make a move or sound or not. The best way to avoid being spotted by the elk you a......[Read More]

Definition of follower as it pertains to guns and shooting. What is a magazine follower, and what is it good for? Find out here.......[Read More]

Deer hide is processed into clothing, rugs, leather goods and decorative art. Processing is accomplished by either tanning or curing the hide. Tanned hides are machine washable with a delicate cycle and mild detergents. Tanning the hide is a laborious process, completed shortly after the skin is rem......[Read More]

Other than the towering statue of a moose outside Chicago's Tribune Building, it's actually unusual to spot moose in Illinois. Found most often in Alaska, Maine and Wyoming, with sightings not uncommon in Minnesota, Idaho, New Hampshire, Montana, Utah and Vermont, moose are more than 6 feet tall fro......[Read More]

Rebarreling a Savage 110 Rifle from 30-06 to 338-06. This is usually an easy thing to do. In my case, there was a bit more work to do because I cut the barrel down from its original 24-inch length to a more convenient 20 inches. I also had to enlarge the barrel channel in the stock. Follow along wit......[Read More]

Taking a trophy elk that qualifies for listing in the record books is a goal of many hunters. There are two record-keeping organizations for North American big game: the Boone and Crocket Club lists animals taken with firearms and the Pope and Young Club lists animals taken by bow and arrow. Before ......[Read More]

Top 8 best lever action deer big game hunting rifles, by Russ Chastain. Includes history, chamberings, and info, with links to the manufacturers' sites.......[Read More]

There's no better training for rough wave riding than an Indo board. Indo boards provide an excellent simulation of good old-fashioned surfing in the comfort of your home. This training aid usually runs upward of $100 on the market. You can make your own Indo board at home for much less.......[Read More]

Hunting can be a dangerous sport with the exposure to extreme weather, use of weapons and all-terrain vehicles. To promote hunting as a safe sport, many states started to host hunter education programs and required residents to attend the course before they could purchase a hunting license. The hunt......[Read More]

More than 1.5 million wild hogs live in Texas.funny pig image by Galyna Andrushko from Fotolia.comIn Texas, wild (or feral) hogs are considered a nuisance species. Feral hogs should not be confused with the native javelina, even though the two species are somewhat similar in appearance..........[Read More]

In 2009, Florida wildlife officials issued the first 10 permits to experienced hunters who they hoped would trap and euthanize as many invasive reptiles like the Burmese python as they could find on state-controlled land throughout the southern Everglades region. A high-profile killing of a 2-year-o......[Read More]

Selecting the right hunting dog is an important step for a lifelong relationship between you and your dog. It must be taken seriously for the safety of you and your pet. You want a dog that is not afraid of loud noises and listens to commands. Pointers, retrievers, hounds and spaniels are some of th......[Read More]

Hunting bows have again come into fashion. The types of wood used for construction can make your bow practical and add beauty to it. Making your own bow can save upwardsof hundreds of dollars that a purchase in an archery or hunting store would cost. Aside from being cost effective, this is a projec......[Read More]

Teach kids to hunt safelyhunting image by glgec from Fotolia.comLearning the safe and proper use of rifles is a crucial part of preparing for a young person's first hunting season. All hunters must complete safety education classes in order to obtain a hunting license. In addition to.........[Read More]

Several species of geese migrate through South Dakota every spring and fall. Situated along the central flyway, Canada geese, snow geese, and white-fronted geese are all common in the state. South Dakota is also part of the prairie pothole region, one of the most important breeding areas for Canada ......[Read More]

Rebarreling a Savage 110 Rifle from 30-06 to 338-06. This is usually an easy thing to do. In my case, there was a bit more work to do because I cut the barrel down from its original 24-inch length to a more convenient 20 inches. I also had to enlarge the barrel channel in the stock. Follow along wit......[Read More]

The Olympic Men's Free Rifle, Team Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medal Winners from the Olympic Games.......[Read More]