Ultralight Tripods It seems I have been testing a lot of tripods over the last few years. That’s for good reason. A tripod is an integral component for hunting out West. The wide-open spaces contribute to glassing as a highly effective hunting strategy. And those long, open distances generally require some high magnification optic that needs to be sufficiently stabilized. Add in the recent ...
After decades of using full-size 4x4's as my hunting rigs, I wanted a smaller, easier-to-maneuver rig, and also, well, I just wanted a Jeep. I'd had good results with Cherokee and Grand Cherokee vehicles as family haulers over the years but had long wanted a CJ, YJ, TJ, JK kind of rig.
Hunting pressure is an unavoidable reality, especially on public lands during rifle elk seasons. However, rather than viewing it as a hindrance, savvy hunters can turn it into an advantage. By understanding how hunting pressure fluctuates throughout the season, week, and even the day, you can adapt your strategy to outsmart both the elk and other hunters. Here’s how to predict hunting ...
Elk hunting cartridges play a vital role in the pursuit of one of North America’s most majestic big game animals, the elk. When selecting a cartridge for elk hunting, several factors come into play, such as bullet weight, velocity, energy, and accuracy. Popular cartridges for elk hunting include the .270 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, .300 Winchester Magnum, and .338 Winchester Magnum ...
