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Bring or Borrow?

Is it better to bring your own rifle on an overseas hunt or borrow one from the outfitter?

Borrowing saves travel hassles, but many hunters strongly prefer to use their own rifles.

Telling Our Story

Hunters in two states are funding pro-hunting public relations campaigns in an effort to beat the antis at their own game.

A group called the Nimrod Society is urging other states to adopt a similar model and help spread the word.

The Lion’s Breath

With a lion just inches away, a hunter faces down his darkest fears.

Time stood still as the hunter felt the lion’s breath on his face.

Tracking and Trailing

You follow for as long as you can… and then you keep going.

All hunters try to make the best possible shot, but sometimes the worst happens, and you must track a wounded animal.

The .416s

A look at the various cartridge choices in the .416 class.

Cartridges in the .375 class are adequate for most dangerous game, but if you want step up, the .416s are a practical, powerful choice.

Not Just a Guy Thing

Women are taking to the hunting fields in increasing numbers.

There are more women hunting than ever before, and it’s the best thing that’s happened to hunting in a long time.

Supporting Conservation Force

Sports Afield is proud to be a corporate sponsor of Conservation Force.

Conservation Force has been protecting and serving wildlife and the hunting community for decades.

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