What a strange winter this has been! As I sit down to write this the Snotel reports are being updated and we are watching as the mountains absorb their last bits of precipitation. With the Wyoming big game deadline staring at us I am going to take some time to …
Read More »Nevada Overview – Do’s And Don’ts
2021 is here and application season is in full swing! What makes this year unique is that TagHub is now one year old and we have made some very cool refinements, one in particular that you will enjoy, a 30 day free trial that will let you see the 2020 …
Read More »Already…Happening – Grizzly Bear Confrontations
And so it begins, Charles “Carl” Mock is officially 2021’s first negative encounter with a grizzly bear in Yellowstone country. If it feels a little early for conflict with the grizzled bruins, well historically it is, as most negative encounters take place in late summer and into the fall when …
Read More »First shot at 1000 yards! Custom In-Rut Rifles Review
This Eastmans’ review features In-Rut Rifles custom built Full Curl rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC. Hunter Scott Reekers tests the accuracy of this rifle straight out of the box at 1000 yards! Then Scott sits down with Mark Lembke the owner of In-Rut Rifles. Mark is all about precision and …
Read More »The Latest Trials And Tribulations Of Grizzly Management
Let’s face it, grizzly bear management is a hot topic. Because it is a hot topic the biggest challenge is piecing together ALL the facts to make solid recommendations. Well, it seems that Wyoming Game and Fish is at odds with the US Fish And Wildlife Service on …
Read More »COLORADO DEADLINE COMIN’ IN HOT!
We are one week from Colorado’s deadline for all species. For many this is THE state that has been an investment for years, especially for mule deer. Hold your excitement though, there may be a few things to remember that are happening in the fine state of Colorado. First and …
Read More »Wyoming Winter Range Update
Migration has long been a theme that mule deer hunters across Wyoming have wanted to understand. In 2020 Eastmans’ launched a video shed light on the trek that Western Wyoming’s mule deer take. Now new research focused on Central Wyoming mule deer has started to make its way to …
Read More »Build a first aid kit: Fieldcraft Survival Gear for Hunting
When looking at skills and training for hunters and fisherman, typically rifle and bow skills are the first to come to mind. Many outdoorsmen spend time learning animal behavior, conditioning their bodies for the backcountry, and honing in their weapons, but neglect proper training in other skills that could be …
Read More »Backpack Review: IA2K by Initial Ascent – Affordable CARBON FIBER Hauler!
Eastmans’ reviews the IA2K backpack made by Initial Ascent. This pack has a rugged carbon fiber frame that is tough enough to handle just about any load you strap on. Combined with the pack of your choice, you can create a versatile day pack or multi-day backpack for any hunting …
Read More »Travel in Comfort! Backpacking Pillows for Hunting
This review video compares the backpacking pillows from Klymit and Sea to Summit! Both of these pillows give you extra comfort on your next camping trip, especially when you’re five miles from the trailhead. Watch our review to see which of these camping pillows would be ideal for your next …
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