A mature bull moose is an imposing animal, with a deep chest, heavy shoulder structure and long legs that can make its vital zone appear lower or farther…
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The Anatomy of a Successful Moose Shot: Where to Aim
How to Fish for Silver Salmon with a Fly Rod
Silver salmon, also called coho, are among Alaska’s most exciting targets on a fly rod. They enter coastal rivers in strong numbers from late summer into…
The Value of a Trail Camera in Pre-Season Scouting
A trail camera can turn a large, unfamiliar hunting area into a record of animal movement, habitat use and seasonal change. Instead of relying only on tracks…
Plan Idaho Deer And Elk Rifle Hunts From Australia
Idaho offers a varied big-game experience for Australian hunters, with mule deer, white-tailed deer and Rocky Mountain elk spread across timbered mountains,…
The Best Way to Store Game Meat on a Multi-Day Float
A multi-day float hunt in Alaska rewards careful preparation. Once an elk, moose, caribou or black bear is down, the quality of the trip depends on how quickly…
Preparing for a wolf hunt in deep snow
A wolf hunt in deep snow demands more than a firearm, warm clothing and a valid licence. Hunters must be ready for slow travel, sudden weather changes,…
Halibut fight tactics: when to let the line run
A large Pacific halibut fights with long, powerful bursts rather than repeated airborne jumps. Its broad head and flat body can load a rod hard, turn sharply…
A beginner's guide to reading elk sign in thick timber
Elk sign in thick timber is a trail of small clues: a track in damp soil, a rubbed branch, a broken stem, fresh droppings or a wallow. Read each clue in…
Brown bears and grizzlies: field identification
Brown bears and grizzlies can present a difficult identification challenge, particularly when sightings involve distant silhouettes, changing light or bears…
Choosing a Salmon Rod for Alaska’s Heavy Current
Salmon fishing in strong water demands more than a powerful rod. The right outfit must load smoothly, control a fish that is using the current, cast accurately…