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Picture this: a quiet Alaskan forest, a lone trail camera sitting on sentry duty—and then, action. On August 5th, Anchorage’s wild side decided to throw its own solo show. Enter the star: A Very Large Bear, who had apparently taken it upon itself to audition for the role of “Fur-Covered Hulk” in the latest wildlife…
These days, the real science happens outside the “hallowed, ivy-covered halls.” The University of Montana and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation are excited to announce the recently formed Center for Hunting and Conservation to advance science, research, education and outreach that will shape the future of land and wildlife management in the United States. The…
Editor’s note, 22 September 2026: this article was published on 2025-07-01 and described an Independence Day sale that ran then. The discounts below have long since ended — check current pricing with the retailer before acting on anything here. America is forever, but the Independence Day Category Sale isn’t. Inventory is limited, and when it’s…
The BANISH suppressor cuts so much noise, even the rodeo horses are calm … Strong and silent … it’s the cowboy way. BANISH Suppressors, the in-house brand of Silencer Central, just became the official suppressor brand of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). You may have heard of them; they’re the world’s largest and oldest…
This may be the ultimate backcountry smart watch, and my wallet must rise to the challenge. Garmin knows exactly how to get me on board. Originally famous for GPS navigation, the company has stepped up its game with the Instinct 3 – Tactical Edition, its newest lineup of tactical smartwatches. It’s basically a failsafe…
Depending on where you live in the country, Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is either something you’ve just read about, or it’s something you try not to think too hard about while you’re sending in your harvest for mandatory testing. What’s scary about CWD is that it’s basically like Mad Cow Disease, only for deer. It’s…
Nobody plans to fall through the ice … One of the best things about living up North is the cold-weather sports. Between the frigid temperatures and the broad, fish-filled Great Lakes, nobody knows ice sports better than Michiganders. (Okay, Wisconsinites get a ribbon, too.) That’s why today’s ice-safety message comes from the great state of…
The AGM ObservIR LRF Thermal & Digital Day/Night Vision binocular represents some of the most technologically advanced and feature-packed optics in the world … and we’re giving one away! The primary engine behind this binocular lies within the main thermal viewing channel, with its high-sensitivity 12 micron detector. Unlike other thermal binoculars on the market, the…
Have you ever found yourself needing to cook in the woods? Survival cooking means anything from cooking on a crudely built campfire to a commercial stove designed for the outdoor environment. There are a number of good cooking stoves out in the market and you can also make one yourself from scratch if you are…
If you love spending time in the countryside camping or go for hikes regularly, you are probably aware of the need to be prepared for all kinds of situations. You would know that there are certain tools that should always be in your backpack when going for day out in the woods. On the other…
What is a paracord grenade, you wonder? First, we aren’t telling you to equip yourself with a grenade on your camping trip. You need to equip yourself with a survival kit, designed like a grenade for which you require 5 essential supplies to make a paracord survival grenade. Why is it shaped like a deathly…
Camping is an amazing activity that can be a beautiful experience. It can give you endless joy regardless of the weather or the hardships that you may face during a trip. An important exercise is to follow a beginner’s guide to essential camping gear before going out on a trip. Here, we share a few…
