youth hunting Articles

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Mission Archery has introduced a new addition to its lineup that redefines entry-level performance — the all-new 2026 Menace XR youth compound bow.

There's nothing that makes you contemplate the circle of life quite like hunting a wild animal while simultaneously growing a human. Hunting while pregnant — 36 weeks! — is a trip.

The joys of hunting with a partner who’s 90-plus years old.

The success of NASP alumni in archery and beyond.

A lot of controversy about crossbows and crossbow hunters runs rampant throughout the hunting community. Where do you stand on crossbow hunting?

Proof that more hunters should consider Canada when planning a wild turkey adventure.

In the author’s experience, the behavior shown by this big gobbler is rare. Have you ever witnessed it?

Ben is a youngster with an interesting nickname — Cranky — and you have to hear what he says after his successful turkey hunt.

Barnett introduces the Phantum Toy Compact Crossbow for children ages 8 years and older.

Every first hunt is special. The benefits of this one could last a lifetime.

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

Developed in collaboration with Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Bear Archery has introduced two new compound bows.

The Mossberg 500 Super Bantam Turkey - Holosun Micro Dot Combo comes ready for the turkey woods.

In the author’s opinion, some state game and fish departments have gone a bit overboard when it comes to youth hunting.

It’s not until a son adopts his father’s bird dog — a German wirehaired pointer named Kaiya — that he has a change of heart about hunting, and ultimately grows closer to his dad.

Mentors to new hunters should do everything they can to avoid these three pitfalls.

For the first time, the author's home state of Minnesota is allowing crossbows for use during the general archery season — no age or physical condition limitations — and as expected, compound shooters are not pleased.

With all due respect to those bowhunters who have killed giant bucks this deer season, my No. 1 whitetail story for 2023 is a public land doe.

The Barnett Recruit XP represents an exceptional value in a crossbow that is incredibly easy to use while delivering deadly downrange performance.

The setting is a water source in the Colorado wilderness, and two youth hunters are hiding in a pop-up blind. What happens in the hour before dark has to be seen to be believed.

You won’t see a wild turkey killed at a range closer than this — with a shotgun!

The Barnett Vortex compound youth bow is designed for growing teenage hunters.

Not many 3-year-olds have the skill to shoot a wild turkey, but Jax was prepared with a shotgun that fit his small frame, and he practiced diligently at the range prior to the hunt, too.

To make ethical shots when bowhunting, accuracy is obviously important. But how good is good enough?

A father and daughter share a ground blind in Texas, and they have several close calls before she finally pulls the trigger on a big whitetail buck.

The 89-year-old archery company has announced the addition of more than 10 new bow models across its compound, traditional and crossbow lines.

If you’re looking for a gift to give to a young boy or girl who will likely grow up loving the outdoors, here’s a children’s book idea that will score record book points.

Sadly, some hunters, especially women and youth, face harassment or even threats after posting a photo on social media of a well-deserved deer, duck, turkey or other fair-chase animal.

If you’re looking for a way to get your youngsters out hunting, the answer is simple: Make a date with a feral hog.