Darron McDougal Articles

PSE’s latest carbon ride, the PSE Mach 30 DS, blends sensational styling and smoothness with stability that’s unparalleled in its class.

The balancing act of successfully running a family while pursuing the hunting lifestyle.

According to Bowhunting World Field Editor Darron McDougal, PSE's latest carbon ride, the PSE Mach 30 DS, blends sensational styling and smoothness with stability that's unparalleled in its class.

In 23 bowhunting seasons, some of the author’s fondest memories are from the last 11 years of having his wife tag along on his hunting trips.

Prime bolsters field-proven technologies with a few new updates, yielding its finest bow yet.

Bowfishing can be as simple or complex as you want to make it, and it can be a blast, no matter if you use beginner or expert gear.

Bowtech’s new hard-hitting Core SR perfectly blends proven technologies with new advancements to deliver exactly what most bowhunters want in a hunting bow.

Bowhunting World Field Editor Darron McDougal recently tested the new Bowtech Core SR. In this video, he discusses many of the bow’s top features, including CenterMass and GripLock technologies, as well as the innovative DeadLock Cams and new TimeLock system.

With so many great options to choose from, 2024 is a great year to be a bow buyer. Here are 16 models to check out at your local pro shop as you gear up for bowhunting season.

America’s heartland hosts a booming Eastern wild turkey population. This subspecies is as sharp as a tack, though, so follow these tips for an archery-close encounter.

If you come up empty in the western big game draws but still want to bowhunt out West, here are some alternative ways to put a tag in your pocket.

Bowhunting World Field Editor Darron McDougal explains the many new features on the 2024 Mathews LIFT 29.5, including the SwitchWeight X Cam, reengineered riser, top-mounted axle, MATCH bowstring and cable set, and Engage Grip with Shot Sense accessory. Check out his full review here!

Bowhunting World Field Editor Darron McDougal has never had an easier time sighting in a bow out to 50 yards. It took about 15 minutes with the new-for-2024 Bear Archery Persist. Check out his full review here!