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5 Crazy Things Only Outdoors People Get to See
Some of it’s explainable, some of it’s mistaken, but none is indoors.
Mentor a New Hunter, Win Big With Savage Arms
Taking a new hunter out in the field is its own reward, but...how about $12K in prizes, too?
How to Treat Hypothermia
In the conclusion to our three-part series, we describe how to reverse the effects of hypothermia.
Throwback Thursday: The Mystery of Cahokia
They were an entire native culture, one that flourished in North America’s heartland a thousand years ago.
Rising Shooting Star: Levi Henrichs
Helping to break a Guinness World Record was just the beginning for this young dynamo.
How to Mount a Scope in 6 Easy Steps
A precise scope mount can make all the difference on the range and in the field.
Video: How to Draw a Gun With Your Weak Hand
How to protect yourself when your dominant hand is out of commission.
How to Score a Whitetail Trophy
What do all those numbers mean when you're measuring antlers?
Wild-Game Recipe: Zero-Degree Stew
When the temperature goes single-digit, this venison recipe will put the fire back in your belly.
Over/Under Shotguns for Every Budget
There's a stackbarrel for every need...and every wallet.
Safety First: Basics of Pistol Shooting
To have that lifetime of fun with firearms, you FIRST must ALWAYS follow the NRA’s Gun Safety Rules.
Fun Friday: 3 (Really Embarrassing) Outdoor Stories
Anonymous, but not apocryphal: It's all true...not that we'd admit it.
Fun Friday: Your Handy "Why I Missed" List of Excuses
Your range-day must-haves: gun, ammo, targets, eye & ear protection...and excuses.
5 Easy Steps to Zero Your AR-15
Here are a few tips for zeroing your AR-15 that will save you time as well as ammo.
Throwback Thursday: Anne Trotter Bailey, Scout & Patriot
"Mad Anne" was an unsung hero of the American Revolution.
5 Tips to Help a Beginner Want to Keep Shooting
It's easy to get someone to the range...here's how to keep 'em coming back.
Dove Hunting 101
Dove season is starting right around now all over the country. Want to get involved? Don't worry: These pointers will get you ready in a jiffy.
Why Shotgun Training is Critical
Gunsite Instructor Il Ling New explains why you should ignore the many myths about self-defense shotguns, and get training.
How to Shoot Shotgun Slugs Accurately
Here's how to get the best performance from your slug gun.
Pros vs. Cons of Appendix Carry
Here are some of the more important factors to consider.