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Big Game Hunting: Saddle Setups, Sidearms, Access & Gear
Big game on Hunt Bums covers the hunt itself and the fights over where you get to hunt. Dru Yoder's saddle series starts with why he left the tree stand, then covers his first saddle setup and the gear list beginners actually need. Heading into bear country? Read the 7 best backcountry sidearms. If you need wheels to get back in, the ATV size guide covers what CC you actually need. On the policy side, we've broken down Trump's 2026 hunting executive order and Oregon's IP28 ballot measure. New to big game? Matt Heden's write-up of hunting school at Bitterwater Outfitters shows what two days of lessons covers. Also see our firearms, gear, and destinations coverage.
Latest Big Game Articles
Pennsylvania Whitetail Rut: Timing, Behavior, Strategy
Each fall whitetail deer in Pennsylvania’s woods undergo a transformation that feels almost electric. The quiet patterns of early October, loose feeding routines, cautious evening movement and occasional scrape give way to the raw, instinct-driven behavior that...
The Beginning: A New Hunter’s Journey into the Rockies
Off-Grid, On-Target: Strategies to Max Out Your Next Hunt
You don’t take time off to recharge, you take it to reset your focus, test yourself in new terrain, and maybe hang a new species on the wall. But most “hunting vacations” miss the mark because the details around the hunt get handled like an afterthought. You pack too...
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Online Ammo Sites: 30 Top-Rated Retailers for 2025
California Ammunition Background Check Law Struck Down Huge Second Amendment Victory for Gun Owners
California Ammunition Background Check Law Struck Down: HUGE Second Amendment Victory for Gun Owners Historic Second Amendment Victory: Ninth Circuit Overturns California Ammunition Restrictions In a landmark Second Amendment victory that has sent shockwaves through...
The Last Time We Hunted Together
Here's the thing… we never actually hunted together. But I think about him almost every time I do. A Moment in Time It was 2011 when my grandpa passed away. The decline was long-lasting and painful to watch him unable to do all of the things he previously was able to....
How to Scout Public Land for Fall Deer Season: Maps, Boots-on-the-Ground, and Tech Tips
How to Scout Public Land for Fall Deer Season: Maps, Boots-on-the-Ground, and Tech Tips Why Summer Scouting Makes or Breaks Your Fall The difference between tag soup and a punched tag often starts in June, not October. While other hunters are nursing hangovers and...
Deer Hunting Regulations and Tag Systems Explained The Ultimate Guide for New and Intermediate Hunters
Deer Hunting Regulations and Tag Systems Explained: The Complete Guide for New and Intermediate Hunters No one picks up a rifle or bow because they’re excited to read wildlife code. You hunt because there’s something timeless about it—stepping into the woods in...
How to Obtain Your California Hunting License for the 2024/25 Season
Are you ready for the 2024/25 hunting season in California? Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or a beginner looking to experience the thrill of the hunt, obtaining the proper license is your first step. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the entire process, ensuring...
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