Many Australians leave from Sydney or Melbourne for a long-haul flight to Alaska or a connection through another city before reaching Idaho. Dry cabin air,…
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How to set up a tree stand for mountain lion in Idaho
Mountain lions, also known as cougars, reward patience and careful preparation. A well-positioned tree stand gives an archer or rifle hunter a quiet, elevated…
How black bears feed before winter
Autumn changes the rhythm of black bear activity across Idaho and Alaska. Understanding black bear behaviour during fall hyperphagia helps hunters read fresh…
Preserving wild game meat from field to freezer
Wild game meat can provide exceptional flavour, but quality begins long before the first meal. Heat, delay and poor packaging can turn a successful hunt into…
Choosing the right elk rifle for an Idaho hunt
Choosing the right rifle for elk hunting in Idaho is not a contest to find the biggest calibre. Match an accurate, repeatable setup to the animal, terrain,…
The best fishing spots for silver salmon on the Kenai River
Silver salmon are the Alaskan name for coho salmon, and the Kenai River is one of Alaska’s most productive places to pursue them. Runs generally strengthen…
How to field judge a bull moose in Alaska
Field judging a bull moose in Alaska means deciding whether a mature animal is legal, desirable and worth harvesting. Antlers draw attention, but the strongest…
Ten mistakes first-time Alaska hunters can avoid
Alaska promises scale: moose in timber, caribou on tundra, brown bears near salmon streams and Sitka blacktail deer in coastal rainforest. The top ten mistakes…
How to process a wolf hide for a rug or full mount
A legally harvested wolf pelt can become a durable rug, a dramatic wall display or a lifelike full mount. The best results depend on early field care, careful…
Sharing a fishing charter with strangers
Sharing a fishing charter with strangers can sound less appealing than a private boat, but a good crew usually makes the trip more sociable, safer and more…