Deer Cartridges

Thoughts on what works, what’s popular, and what’s trending.

Cartridge choices of Kansas deer hunters run from the new to the old.

A Boost for Outdoor Education

A new partnership will help more students learn the basics of hunting and fishing.

Donations to the Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation make it possible.

Brave New Cartridges

Some of the cartridges developed in recent times are great.

But many are simply redundant.

Panache vs. Practicality

Old traditions vie with new trends in the world of big-game cartridges.

Many older hunters tend to avoid “trendy” cartridges. Is that wise?

Nature’s Remedy

New research proves that spending time outdoors improves our physical and mental health.

This fact makes access to public lands all the more important.

Getting Your Goat

Rocky Mountain goats are magnificent animals.

They’re also one of the most challenging species to hunt in North America.

The Wild Sheep of Asia

A primer on the most sought-after game animals of the world’s largest continent.

From argalis to mouflons, all wild sheep are impressive.

Who Wrote for Sports Afield?

Some of the people who wrote for the magazine over the years may surprise you!

Novelists, senators, and entertainers have graced our pages.

Record Book Q&A

Frequently asked questions about Rowland Ward’s recordkeeping system.

The single-horn standard, why not metric, and more.