Big Game

Whitetail bucks expand their ranges and daily movements as the rut approaches. Understand how, where and when bucks travel during the rut, and you just might put a tag on a bruiser this year.

Most bowhunters traveling west think of elk, muleys or pronghorns, but don’t forget about thrilling spot-and-stalk adventures for black bears.

Not sure whether you should pee from your treestand? The author offers his insight.

Do you aim too far back on a broadside whitetail, or too low when aiming from a treestand? Find out before making a big mistake this fall.

Whitetail bucks "disappear" during the transition period between summer feeding patterns to rut activity. It’s a tough time to bowhunt, unless you know where to look.

Having problems tagging an early season whitetail buck? These proven tactics can make the difference.

Not all whitetail stands — ground blinds and treestands — are created equal. Now is the time to review past deer hunts to optimize the plan for your next sit.

Stay safe when hunting from an elevated platform by following a few simple precautions. Take the quiz to find out how much you know about treestand safety.

The author killed his first mountain sheep ram in 1986, the last in 2005. The adventures along the way were priceless.

Whitetail success on public land often begins with learning how to quickly and quietly hang a portable treestand.

Sometimes we learn more from our failures than our successes. Here is one of the author's most memorable whitetail lessons learned.

It’s frustrating — and expensive! — losing a trail camera to a thief. Here’s how to combat the problem this fall.

You can adapt and overcome hunting pressure on public land to become a more successful big game hunter.

If you want to tackle the challenge of a wilderness hunt, start by learning these backpacking basics.

Paslie Werth, age 14, shot a 40-point buck on family land in Kansas during the state’s youth deer season.

Arizona’s Big Game Super Raffle tags help raise money for wildlife and provide hunters a unique opportunity to chase big game.

Not all elk live far from roads. This season, don’t make the mistake of driving right past potential honey-holes.