Besides your shotgun, duck hunting waders are arguably the most important piece of equipment a waterfowl hunter will own. Waterfowl habitat is a nasty place for gear and your waders will take a ...

The development of heated gloves—like with heated vests—is one of the better innovations in outdoor wear. As much as we enjoy spending time in nature during the winter months, we hate cold hands. It’s ...

When traveling through bear country, an err of caution should always be taken, and for most people, that means carrying items like bear spray and bear canisters. Most of what is recommended for hikers ...

For a reliable, customizable rimfire that works for most squirrel hunters, the Ruger 10/22 is the default choice. For classic appeal and a step up in craftsmanship, the Browning SA-22 or Marlin 39A ...

Fall bass fishing peaks when cooling water pulls fish shallow to chase baitfish. Topwaters, spinnerbaits, and crankbaits cover the widest range of situations, but the right choice depends on species, ...

Heading into the woods without a few deer calls isn’t a good plan. Deer use various sounds to communicate with each other from the early part of the season to its end. When you understand the sounds ...

Muck boots are a necessity for anyone who spends lots of time hunting, fishing, or working in swamps, creeks, muddy farm fields, and other wet conditions. Keeping your feet dry and warm will help you ...

For hunters who want the best overall performance in a lightweight package, the Swarovski Z5i+ 2-10×42 leads the category. For long-range precision, the Tract Toric Ultra HD 2.5-15x MRAD Eagleman is ...

For a versatile day hunt, the Badlands Superday is the best overall pick. For demanding backcountry elk and mule deer trips, the Stone Glacier Sky Archer 6400 is the standout choice. Whitetail hunters ...

There are a lot of affordable optics out there, but it takes an investment for a good thermal monocular. With spectacular advances in thermal technology over the last few years, these remarkable ...

For most hunters who need dexterity and concealment, the Sitka Fanatic Gloves are the best overall pick. Duck hunters should go straight to the Drake Waterfowl MST Refuge Decoy Gloves for waterproof ...

Bigger isn’t always better, and recent advances in slug technology have hunters ditching the 12 gauge in favor of the svelte 20. The downsized slugs hit nearly as hard as their larger counterparts, ...