General
The Zeiss Conquest V4 Rifle Scope
Guy Eastman reviews the new release from Zeiss optics, the Conquest V4 rifle scope. With an updated 33 mm tube to maximize light transmission, this could be the ultimate hunting rifle scope. Its functional zoom and focus rings plus a zero-stop turret make the Conques...
General
2018 Idaho Regulation Changes
Generally speaking, Idaho makes very few changes during the biennial season/regulation period. However, there are a few exceptions to this and for 2018 we are seeing a couple changes that are bigger than “usual” and we want to make note of it now before applicati...
Elk
Using the Swagger Bipod In The Prone Position
Use the code shootwithswagger at checkout for a discount! Eastmans’ Hunting Journals staff member Scott Reekers shares his experience hunting elk with Swagger all-terrain bipod system equipped Savage Model 111 rifle chambered in .300 Win Mag. Shooting his ...
General
Arizona MRS Correction
“If you’re not making mistakes, then you’re not doing anything. I’m positive that a doer makes mistakes.” John Wooden In the spirit of “doing” we sometimes run before we walk and therefore stumble and fall. Just recently we discovered an err...
General
Important Changes in the Colorado Big Game Application Process
There are several important changes in the Colorado application process in 2018 that need your attention before you apply for 2018 licenses. The CPW has gone to a single, integrated purchasing system. Hunters that were in the previous system must now look up t...
Latest Posts
Colorado App Explosion: Part Two
Rocky Mtn. sheep and goat licenses in Colorado exploded this year, 279% and 467%, creating an enormous logjam of new license seekers that will make it far more difficult to draw a license for Rockies or goats in Colorado...
Balleck Backcountry Cleaning Kit Giveaway!
Want a chance to win a back-country cleaning kit for you or your significant other? Balleck has put together this kit to help get the stench off for the long drive home to help you or to help stay comfortable on the extended tr...
Black’s Creek Guide Gear Pack Giveaway!
Win a 3,000 cubic inch Alternative pack your choice of Talon or Grip frame and your choice of color and fabric valued at over $595.00 from Black’s Creek Guide Gear! Sign up below and make sure you follow Black’s ...
Idaho’s Best Mule Deer Units
The past decade or so Idaho has slumped off a bit regarding overall trophy quality and record book entries. However, this seems to be trending up, as Idaho is now back in the #2 slot with a whopping 284 book entries since 2000,...
Idaho’s Best Antelope Units
Idaho has a good list of pronghorn hunt opportunities that allow for a great pursuit and likely harvest if you draw a permit. Harvest success is quite high for rifle hunters, muzzleloader drops a bit and archery is at the botto...