Spring has crept out from the frigid slumber of winter here in the West and hunts have started to fire off, specifically for bears. This gear list in particular was built for a 3-day backpacking sp...

When it comes to selecting a hunting backpack, the sheer amount of choices can be overwhelming. With numerous frame styles, bag sizes, organizational features, and fit types, it can be very difficu...

At our house, preparation for hunting season takes place year-round in just about every aspect from fitness to dialing in gear. Tags in our pockets and boots on the ground in the fall is something ...

Are you planning a hunting trip soon? Whether it’s your first time or you’re an experienced hunter, there are certain items that should always be included in your gear. Everyone knows to bring cert...

As a foot soldier in the hunting fields, I’ve been carrying store-bought “hunting packs” for over 40 years. Not liking what was available to purchase, I started making my own. The first problem I ...

I like things flexible. Versatile. Like my choice of rifles: keep them light and give them enough caliber to handle any situation you might encounter in the area you’re in. And so on, with all one...

May as well start with summer. Ah, summer. A time of mid-day warmth and mosquitoes in the high country. You’ll probably want to open both nylon doors and close the mosquito netting doors. Don’t...

Here is my old checklist: Backpack, boots, extra sox, extra underwear, bandana, rain/snow parka, toiletries (TP, handiwipes, tooth stuff, any routine medication), first aid kit, hat and gloves,...

This discussion will focus on general principles to ensure toothsome meat, especially small game, collected and prepared in the backcountry. #1–try for center of mass hits.  This will usuall...