Learn about the best western states for over-the-counter black bear hunting.

If you don’t draw this year, instead of shifting plans and experiencing the wrath of HR or the family calendar, consider substituting for an over-the-counter bear license.

Putting boots on the ground outdoors with a demanding 9-to-5 can feel like trying to draw a non-resident elk tag on your first try—hopeful but daunting.

Understanding the types of habitat where elk are likely to be found during this period is crucial for planning a successful hunt.

Did you know that one of the best ways to ensure you do not get stuck in deep snow is not necessarily just by adding chains or knobby tires? While those things help, getting your chassis higher off the ground can make the biggest difference when you’re battling snow, mud, and boulders in the mountains.

AWD vs 2WD vs 4WD: Which drivetrain would work for you while hunting? Learn here.

Rattlesnakes, bell boys, nope ropes, Satan’s tape measure, danger noodles… if you spend any time hunting the low country out west you’ll run into these critters.

The last thing you want is for a hunt to be halted by getting stuck in the middle of nowhere. Here are 6 things you need…

It is good to know further than 250 yards is a common shot for rifle hunters, or that 40 yards is a common shot distance on this or that with a bow, but nowadays I set up hunts for shots I can execute, not shots others have executed before me.