Wet ground is part of the Alaskan hunting experience. Rain can arrive without warning, muskeg can swallow an ankle, and creek crossings may leave water inside…
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How to Keep Your Boots Dry on a Wet Alaskan Hunt
Wolves Vs. Coyotes: Reading Tracks And Behaviour
For Australian hunters and wildlife enthusiasts, wolves and coyotes belong to a North American landscape that feels far removed from the tracks of dingoes,…
The Ethics Of Long-Range Shots On Mountain Game
Mountain hunting rewards patience, fitness and careful judgement. In steep Idaho and Alaskan country, a legal opportunity can appear across a canyon, on a…
How to Dress King Salmon for the Smoker
A king salmon is prized for its rich flavour, firm texture, and generous fat content, making it an excellent fish for hot or cold smoking. The quality of the…
A Guide To Idaho’s Unit 39 Elk Hunting Zones
Idaho’s Unit 39 offers a practical introduction to western elk hunting, with terrain that can shift quickly from river corridors and foothills to steep…
The Best Time to Hunt Black Bears in Idaho’s Spring
Idaho’s spring black bear season offers a rewarding mix of fresh mountain scenery, active wildlife and manageable travel conditions. As the snowline retreats,…
How to Navigate Alaskan Rivers With a Motorized Skiff
An Alaskan river can look calm from the bank and still carry powerful current, submerged timber and shifting gravel bars. A motorised skiff gives hunters and…
Cooking Halibut Over an Open Fire
For Australians who grew up catching barra in the Top End or cooking flathead at a campsite near Cairns, the idea of throwing a thick white fillet straight…
Choosing Between Full-Guided and Drop-Camp Hunts in North America
Booking a hunt on the other side of the world is a big commitment for anyone flying out of Australia, and the choice between a full-guided hunt and a drop-camp…
Building a Backcountry Camp for a Multi-Day Elk Hunt
A multi-day backpack elk hunt is less about roughing it and more about running a tiny mobile household in the timber. Camp behind you either lifts the season…