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A personal weather station is a great way to get technical, specific information on what Mother Nature might be throwing your way. (Ambient Weather/) Sportsmen are weather watchers. We live indoors but we dream outdoors—waiting for the temperature to rise or drop, looking for the next front to pass overhead, anticipating subtle shifts in wind and t

If you’re not sure what type of call you prefer, experiment with a few until you discover the sound you’re looking for. (Carlton Calls/) Calling a bull elk into bow range is an experience that will send chills up the spine of any big-game hunter. A good caller can get a whole herd of wapiti or a single bull moving in the right direction when they o

Billy Gray has more than 50 years of deer-hunting experience under his belt. (Travis Faulkner/) Modern high-tech scouting gear like cellular game cameras, hand-held GPS units, and mobile phone mapping apps have been deer-hunting game changers. However, at the end of the day, these tools alone will not translate to more meat in the freezer and bucks

The selection of sauces in a kit opens up all sorts of flavor possibilities. (Zombie Cajun/) For the grill master who seemingly has everything, there is always something else he or she wants: another type of smoking wood, beefier tongs, a 4-channel Wi-Fi/Bluetooth BBQ Alarm Thermometer. If you are scratching your head over what to bestow upon the p

Fireplace tools can help you avoid possibly burning your hands and arms. (Epica/) When we can’t be gathered around a glowing campfire in the wilderness, the next best thing is a warming blaze with family and friends at home. Having the proper tools on hand makes for a safer, cleaner-burning fire that is as much a pleasure to tend as it is to sit by

Wood pellets can infuse your meats with a rich, smoky flavor. (Camp Chef/) Very few of us have a full-size barbecue pit in the backyard, and gas, barrel, and kettle-style grills just can’t compare to a real smoker. That’s where pellet grills come in. While relatively pricey, they are the most convenient way for a backyard chef to consistently get r

Even a small application of body powder can prevent chaffing. (Unsplash/) We get it: guys sweat. Real men chafe. And that brings with it a whole host of conditions that can, for the sake of honest discussion, all be classified under the clinical term of Monkey Butt. Whether you are heading out on a five-mile run, heaving kettle bells at the CrossFi

Vacuum insulated bottles aren’t cheap, but they’re worth the expense. (YETI/) There has been an explosion in hydration technology over the last decade, resulting in ever more advanced vessels from which to consume our favorite beverages. Vacuum insulated water bottles are the pinnacle product in the personal-hydration market, even becoming a minor

It’s hard to think about outdoor grilling without thinking about charcoal. (Weber/) Outdoor gilling is a lifetime skill. Because we are always learning, there’s no time like the present to take a look deep inside and ask yourself: Could I possibly be any better at this than I already am? If you are not using the right grilling accoutrements, the an

Whatever raincoat design you favor, make sure it performs its key function—it keeps you dry. (Anyoo/) Good rain gear is as essential to the outdoor lifestyle as a comfortable pair of boots. If you plan to get outside and stay out, you’ve simply got to have it. While there are innumerable brands, weights, colors, and styles to choose from, there are

Hand pruners are much more useful than a saw if you’re cutting anything less than one-inch in diameter. (Fiskars/) Of all the tools a bowhunter can carry to enhance the chances of success, perhaps the most overlooked is a simple pair of garden hand pruners. Sure, they add a little weight and might not be appropriate on an extended backcountry hunt,

One Greasy Hillside to be Standing On: California Bans Fur Trapping and What That Might Mean for the Rest of Us This is a very, very slippery slope indeed. Earlier this month the Wildlife Protection Act of 2019 was signed into law by California Governor Gavin Newsome. This law absolutely prohibits fur trapping commercially and recreationally in the

If you've ever shopped for real mountain boots, you've probably choked on the price tags. Any weathered mountain hunter will tell you that good boots are a vital investment, but do you really have to spend that much? The answer, unfortunately, is yes. On a sheep, goat, or alpine mule deer or elk hunt, your success can hinge on the wellness of your

Todd Helms reviews and tests out Leupold’s SX-4 Pro Guide HD spotting scope in 15-45x65mm. Excellent clarity in low light and harsh sun conditions make this spotting scope versatile. Optimum placement of the focus ring, an oversized eye piece and a unique rotation feature make this scope comfortable to use for long periods of time and in a variety

The author with a big Montana bull taken with a quartering-away shot. (Chuck Adams/) Elk are big, beautiful, and raucously noisy during the rut. I can’t think of a more exciting animal to bowhunt. But shooting an elk with a bow is seldom easy. Even after you get within range, things can go wrong. The challenge is amplified by the paralyzing excitem