The old still-hunter’s mantra is a good lesson for the woods, and for life.
Reflections from the deer woods as the end of the year approaches.
Return of the Zambezi Delta Lions
Wild lions are reintroduced to one of Africa’s most important ecosystems.
The roar of lions will once again be heard in Mozambique’s Zambeze Delta.
Use Enough Scope
But not too much!
Depending on the type of hunt you’re on, the right objective size and magnification makes a difference.
You Don’t Know What You’ve Got Till It’s Gone
The decline in hunter numbers over the last five years is sparking concern about the funding model for wildlife conservation.
With fewer young hunters entering the field, who will pay for conservation in the future?
Caution Advised at Miami Airport
One hunter’s guns go missing–for three months.
Miami Airport “loses” a set of shotguns, even though they were properly cased, checked, and declared.
Decline of a Wilderness Icon
What’s behind the alarming decline of caribou in North America?
Caribou numbers are down across most of their range, and scientists are trying to figure out why.
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.
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.
