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11 Skills for Caring for Your Gun in the Wild Image credit: Gentleman's Pursuits/Canva When you're out in the wild, miles from a gun shop or a workbe

In the heart of the American West, a firestorm is brewing over a U.S. Senate budget bill that could forever change the landscape for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and conservationists. The proposal, tucked into a budget reconciliation bill, aims to sell off millions of acres of federal public land

New York hunters are buzzing with excitement after the state legislature passed a groundbreaking bill that could transform big game hunting across the state. On June 17, 2025, the New York State Assembly unanimously approved legislation allowing crossbows to be used wherever longbows are permitted,

The Au Sable River in Northern Michigan has earned its place as the top fly-fishing destination in the United States, beating out some of the most famous rivers in the country. According to a recent USA Today poll, readers across the nation voted this 138-mile waterway as the best spot for casting

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) recently announced a major change for fishermen along the Southern California coast. As of June 13, 2025, the state has lifted restrictions on Pacific sardine fishing, allowing both commercial and recreational harvesters to resume catching these

The Elkhead Reservoir Fishing Classic, hosted by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), kicks off on June 21, 2025, offering anglers a shot at nearly $10,000 in prizes over nine days of competitive fishing. Held at Elkhead Reservoir State Park, this annual tournament draws fishermen from across Colora

Catching channel catfish during spring runoff in western rivers and lakes is a thrill that combines skill, patience, and a bit of grit. As rivers swell with muddy water and lakes churn with sediment, channel cats go on a feeding frenzy, making it prime time for anglers to hook into some hefty fish

In a major win for anglers and the sportfishing industry, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries has officially withdrawn a controversial proposal that would have shut down bottom fishing for 55 species of reef fish in Northeast Florida’s federal waters. The decision,

Illegal fishing is a growing problem that’s hitting American fishermen hard. Foreign vessels sneaking into U.S. waters or ignoring international rules are flooding markets with cheap, unregulated seafood. This undercuts the hardworking folks who rely on fishing for their livelihoods, from the Gulf

The Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission recently rolled out a series of new rules and updates that will change how hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts experience the state’s public lands in 2025. These changes, approved during a June 9 meeting, aim to balance conservation efforts with