This review features the Eberlestock X2 backpack, a compact and versatile pack designed for hunters who need a durable and efficient load-hauling system. With an updated design, the X2 features a tubular internal frame, detachable lid, batwing side compartments, MOLLE webbing, and compression straps, allowing hunters to pack gear efficiently …

Elk hunting in Montana feels more crowded than ever. What’s behind this shift? Eastmans’ Dan Pickar breaks down the factors that have impacted hunt quality in the Big Sky State. From wolves and bears to Covid, drought and loss of access have all contributed to changes in hunt opportunities. How …

The Utah state legislature is eyeballing doubling all nonresident license costs in the state which will begin July 1st, 2025. This bill is expected to easily pass the House and Senate. The bill will effectively raise the price of all nonresident tags by 100% and would make Utah the most …

Bow hunt wild red stags in New Zealand with Eastmans’ Dan Pickar. Hunting red deer in April is just like hunting elk in September. Maybe even better! After traveling around the world, Dan and his wife arrive at the peak of the red stag roar. The action heats up when …

Later in September wardens got a report that someone had shot and abandoned a bull elk on a ranch near Cascade...

Bow hunt wild red stags in New Zealand with Eastmans’ Dan Pickar. Hunting red deer in April is just like hunting elk in September. Maybe even better! After traveling around the world, Dan and his wife arrive at the peak of the red stag roar. The action heats up when …

House Bill 353 was recently introduced which starts off calling for a shed hunting license...

Hunter Dan Pickar shares how to pack for your next international or adventure hunt. When you’re traveling far from home for a once-in-a-lifetime hunt, it’s critical to make sure you pack all the gear you need, back-ups and more. It can be difficult or impossible to replace gear damaged in transport or in the …

Two deer were shot on private property along New Hope Road in eastern Blaine county about six miles West of Harlem, MT.

Photo Credit: mattcuda (Envato Elements) FWP has detected CWD in its first elk in the Southeast part of the state. This is only the fourth elk across the state that tested positive and the fifth elk tested positive soon after in the Southwest portion of the state.  The elk was …