Gear

I am a glutton for punishment when it comes to wildlife conservation.  Each January I sacrifice time with my family, sleep and my liver to attend the Wild Sheep Foundation’s Sheep Show.  There are more Life Member plaques in my trophy room than I can count and enough conservation organization …

“The sheep rifle should above all be portable, handy, and relatively light, as the sheep hunter carries a rifle a lot more than he shoots it.” Jack O’Connor   The IN-RUT Full Curl rifle has all three of these and more. Each Full Curl tips the scales naked between 6 …

The world of women’s apparel continues to grow as does the number of women actively participating in the world of hands-on conservation, which we all know as hunting. It is encouraging to see gear being made to the specifications of women who love the outdoors. Here is a taste of …

Family man and hunter Ike Eastman shares his experience with Liberty Safe. Keeping guns out of unwanted hands is often a foremost concern, but protecting valuables such as optics, passports, birth certificates and irreplaceable family memories provides priceless piece of mind. Liberty Safe’s seamless construction, waterproof seals and fire protection …

Bowhunting big game takes perseverance, patience, practice and of course when to draw and when to release once that buck or bull is in range. After the shot one of the most difficult things for a bow hunter can be deciding when to pursue an animal after making a hit. …

Hunter Todd Helms puts the new hunting clothing line by Sixsite to the test on a recent elk hunt. Helms tests the Sixsite Blackfoot rain system and Gunnision soft shell system in a mountain rain storm and isn’t disappointed. Designed by a former Navy Seal, this hunting gear by Sixsite …

Hunter and backcountry hiker and all around outdoorsman Dan Pickar discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using bear spray or a pistol for defense when recreating in grizzly bear country. Each tool has benefits depending on the situation and what your preferences may be as a hunter. What is your …

Hunter Scott Reekers reviews the latest release from Vortex Optics, the Viper HD series. The Viper HD is available in binoculars and spotting scopes. These lightweight binoculars are perfect for the backcountry hunter and the low-light quality of the spotting scope is ideal for hunting. Combined with the durability and …

Big Agnes Q-Core Deluxe Brandon Mason Big Agnes is a name synonymous with quality backpacking gear and has been for a long time. Their line of sleeping bags, pads and tents is nothing short of impressive. The Q-Core sleeping pad line is full of options, including the insulated deluxe option. …

Bowhunter Ike Eastman reviews the latest release from Sitka Gear, the Apex system. The Apex Hoody and Pant are purpose built for big game hunting when mornings are cool, but weather is still warm and mild. Combining Merino wool and poly-blend fabrics, these camo pieces are durable without sacrificing moisture …