Hunting backpacks are a personal choice. They must carry very specific items and, in the case of big-game packs, handle massive loads of meat after a kill. But they must remain light and nimble for ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Hunting is a gear-intensive sport whether you’re sitting in a blind for ducks or hiking deep into the ...

Elk are big. Elk are tough as hell. And elk live in the great wide open of the West. Those three things alone should give you a pretty good idea of what you need in a good elk cartridge. It should be ...

Each year as the weather turns and golden leaves are replaced with dazzling white snow, the start of rifle hunting season quickly follows. This year, Colorado’s first rifle elk season begins Saturday, ...