hunting

I've been using scent controlling shampoo/body wash for like 5 years with pretty good results. I shower right before changing into my hunting clothes and then go straight to the stand. I keep my clothes in the garage and keep them out of the house where my wife always has some type of season...

I would like to eventually get to a point where I'm comfortable hunting whitetail/hogs with a handgun. I have a ways to go in order to get my accuracy where I would need it to be for ethical shots. However I have started debating which caliber would be the best option for me to do this with and...

At what point is bullet drop enough (in terms of inches on target) to account for? I understand that there are multiple factors that effect bullet drop such as caliber, zero, grain weight, ECT... I'm talking real world hunting situation for big game. Obviously you want to hit exactly what you...

Saw a video the other day stating that there is not a huge difference in spread patterns between a 28in and 18.5in shotgun barrel with birdshot because of chokes. Not sure I believe that but does it make a huge difference for rifled slugs?

Looking at getting a 300 win mag rifle to hunt with. I think I’ve decided on a Winchester model 70 (current production). However, I’m torn between the model 70 Super Grade and the Alaskan. does anybody have any experience with either of these or can provide any input. I’ve also toyed with the...

I've been hunting with rifle for 20 years, still hunting and using natural ground blinds. I'm interested in starting to hunt with crossbow, will likely look into using a tree stand. Looking for recommendations on a good starter compound crossbow package under $500 (not including additional bolts...

Well I finally have all the pieces and am getting ready to put together my first 6.5 Grendel in 16" lightweight AR form. I've been reading about loads and bullets for the Grendel and thought it'd be interested to see what loads my fellow THR-ers are using and what bullets everyone prefers. I'm...

I'm looking for a caliber that's good for the 50 to 150 yard range (pigs and deer) but can also reach out to 500 if needed, .223 is questionable for deer hunting and loses much of it's effectiveness past 200 yards, ( or so I've been told) and 7.62x39mm drops like a rock around 300. Semi...

Looking for anyone with experience using Cabela's tents. Have three kids 4-8 and summer's here. Looking for opinions or critiques on tents to sleep five. Will be using it for fishing and the elk hunt here in Utah. Been looking at the "Outback Lodge" at Cabela's. It's 12 x 12 and at $350 won't...

Does anyone know why this was discontinued? Too hot? Looking at the reloading manuals I have, it seems difficult to match without going over max loads. It out classed most 30-30 loads except maybe the Leverevolution. I killed a couple deer with it out of my CZ527. The discontinuation of this...

So Winchester unvieled this caliber at Shot Show and it doesn’t seem like anyone really cares. The caliber is marketed mainly to people in states that only allow straight walled cartridges for deer. But I think this caliber will be fun to shoot and fun reload. Looking for a kind of “unique”...

I cannot believe it and I cannot applaud this enough, I sure hope it gains traction in more states: Minnesota Republican Pushing Gun Safety, Hunting for Physical Ed. Courses: https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2019/03/28/gun-safety-physical-education/

I've been noticed lately that most people you mention about using your 44 magnum or your Vaquero to get a deer with, they act surprised as say "are deer like nimble these days?" Insomuch that some of them will even debate the idea of hunting with handguns as not being a 'good idea' because...

hey guys It’s looking like my next build is in the works. It’s going to be a 20” varmint rifle built for accuracy. I was thinking about going prairie dog hunting, and was wondering what the rules/courtesy’s are regarding this sport. I’ve never been hunting (for any type of game) so I plan to go...

Howdy, Every coyote I've shot has been taken while I'm out baling hay, checking cattle, etc. It was a "happy accident." I've moved and I don't do that ranch work anymore, but I've taken to coyote hunting. The challenge of calling them in and trying to best them in their own game is alluring...

Howdy, Yesterday I was out hunting yotes and didn't come across anything. They seemed to be holed up, avoiding that icy prairie wind. Maybe I could learn a thing or two from them. Anyway, on the way back I decided I'd see if I could get me a squirrel from one of my best spots, this time using...

Hey Guys, I’m not looking to start a cartridge war. I’m spurring up good conversation, afterall that’s why we’re on here. ETHICS ASIDE, what cartridge do you guys hunt with when you get way out there 600+yd? How far would you use it if the shooter were up to the task? Why? What would be your...

Hi I’m looking for an experienced Elk hunter that can fill me in on what it takes to start elk Hinting in WA I live near Packwood forest and used to hunt a lot in my home state (MI) for deer and squirrels but have never gone in WA yet. And never hunted elk. Just looking for advice on getting...

First thread here, I’m going on a Moose hunt in Newfoundland Canada in September of 2019. I’m in need of a new rifle for this hunt and future big game hunts and I was deciding between a 7mm mag or 300 Win mag. Leaning towards a 300 Win Mag based on internet research and previous...

I’ve been doing research for a long time and have decided on the 45/70. I want the Custom Wild West Guns Marlin 45/70. Is there something else avaiable that will perform just as well, if not better, than that gun in 45/70 for cheaper or a little bit more expensive? (Trying not to go over the...