When selecting a rifle, most shooters focus on caliber, optics, or stock design. But another critical element to factor in is the shape and thickness of the barrel—known as the barrel contour. Barrel contours don’t just influence how a
Wes Forbes is a recent Wildlife Management graduate from West Virginia University. In this blog, Wes discusses the future of wildlife conservation and how everyday hunters can help preserve wildlife and hunting opportunities for future
In hunting and shooting sports, accuracy is the result of many factors—proper stance, sight alignment, breathing, and follow-through. But one of the most critical and basic skills is knowing the fundamentals of how to pull a trigger. Even
I have been intensely intrigued with backcountry hunting since my late teens. This passion has led to countless adventures in as many mountain ranges and deep, forgotten places. The exploration aspect of this lifestyle is a huge attraction for most
Rifling might be one of the most overlooked aspects of a rifle’s design, yet it plays a central role in a firearm's performance. Those spiraled grooves inside the barrel do more than look interesting—they stabilize the bullet, improve
Stability is the foundation of precision rifle shooting. Without a stable shooting platform, it can be difficult to achieve accurate shots at longer ranges consistently. Building your confidence in your precision rifle shooting skills starts with knowing how
Wes Forbes is a recent Wildlife Management graduate from West Virginia University. In this blog, Wes recounts his lessons learned from growing up mountain hunting in the Appalachians and how these lessons translate when hunting across the country.When
This Turkish stew consisting of juicy venison meatball and soft potatoes in a thick tomato broth is known as sulu köfte and is as easy to make as it is delicious! I used ground venison cut with a small amount of ground pork for my version of
For decades, choices were limited when it came to firearm coatings and finishes. Most manufacturers offered only the traditional blued finish on their firearms, with the occasional nickel-plated option also available. Today, there are options ranging
Wes Forbes is a recent Wildlife Management graduate from West Virginia University. In this blog, Wes discusses land management practices for whitetail deer, and what strategies you can implement on your property year-round for whitetail management.
Welcome to the Crush Kitchen! There’s something magical about combining the rich, earthy flavors of venison with the comforting layers of lasagna—and this Venison Crockpot Lasagna from The CRUSH with Lee and Tiffany delivers it all with ease.
When it comes to choosing ammunition, one of the most important yet often overlooked factors is bullet weight. Whether you're a hunter, competitive shooter, or just a weekend plinker, the weight of your bullet can play a major role in how your
Whether you’ve been hunting western states for years or you’re planning your first out-of-state hunt, success on public land in the west starts months before the opener. Scouting can make or break any hunt that you’ve got planned. With
Think your Savage rifle has a “dirty bolt head” and that your brand-new rifle is “used”? Well, it is – sort of. Don’t worry – this is completely normal and it’s actually a good thing! Let’s
Wes Forbes is a recent Wildlife Management graduate from West Virginia University. In this blog, Wes relates his lifelong experiences as an outdoorsman and his education in wildlife management to the importance and need for ethical hunting practices.As
