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Ballistics Made Simple
Here's what the sweet science of ballistics means to you...explained in plain English.
Fitness For Shooters
Did you know that getting in shape will improve your ability to shoot?
Cool Jobs: Wildlife Biologist
Is this the outdoor career of your dreams?
5 Movies That Got Gun Handling Right (For a Change)
Occasionally silver screen blockbusters get a gold star for proper gun handling and authenticity.
3 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Gundog
If someone told you there were a way to take your dog hunting all year long, would you be interested?
Throwback Thursday: Hiroo Onoda, Last Imperial Japanese Soldier
As we near the anniversary of Pearl Harbor, we unravel a tale that ended 30 years later.
Hunting With a Group: Always Do Safety Briefs!
Here's why (and how) you should always start a group hunt with a safety brief.
How Do Guns Work? Single-Shot Mechanisms
For many people, a single-shot gun is their first gun. Here's how they work.
Keep Your CCW Gun From Showing: 6 Tips
The experts call it "printing," and you don't want it happening. Here's how to avoid it.
Rising Shooting Stars: Adrienne Hanson
Quiet but determined, shy but indomitable on the line, she's one to watch!
SIG SAUER Issues Safety Recall For CROSS Bolt-Action Rifles
If you own a SIG CROSS, please read this notice.
CCW & Appendix Carry: Physical Therapist's Advice
Your carry method might be making your back hurt. Here's why.
5 Shooting Solutions for Aging Eyes
They're a sight for your eyes.
Binoculars: A Beginner's Guide
How to properly use the ultimate outdoor tool.
The Art of Trapping Game
Grab hold of this ancient survival skill.
Throwback Thursday: Pulp Fiction "Pumpkin" Revolver
A cool Museum piece that subverts the "Chekhov's Gun" trope...or does it?
3 Ways Bird Hunting is Different Overseas
Head across the ocean to Old Blighty to see how they do it in England!
Ammunition Safety: Mysterious Detonation Phenomenon
What we do (and don't) know about this ammunition safety question.
Is It Safe to Dry-Fire Your Gun?
Long answer, "yes" with a "but." Read on for more!
What's it Like to Be a Wildlife K-9 Officer On Opening Day?
Opening day is exciting for everyone--here's what it's like for law enforcement.