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How to Make a DOPE Card for Adjusting Your Shots
06/23/2025

If you have spent much time around long-range shooters, you have likely heard the phrase DOPE card mentioned more than once. So, what are they? These cards are tools that are incredibly useful for tracking information and helping you make accurate

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Using Trail Cameras for Deer Hunting
06/19/2025

For many deer hunters, using trail cameras has become ubiquitous with scouting and preparing for their next hunt. Trail cameras can provide great information for scouting and understanding how deer move throughout the property you hunt. They’re

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The Importance of Rifle Maintenance for Long-Range Accuracy
06/17/2025

When it comes to precision shooting, gear alone won’t make the shot. Even the best-engineered rifles require proper rifle maintenance to perform consistently over time. Whether you're competing at 1,000 yards, out hunting in the

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Just a .243: A Steinbeck Family Heritage | Savage Journeys
06/13/2025

“Ryan, this is going to be my last deer.  When the hunt is over, I want to give Bradley my rifle. Please be ready with a camera.”  My breath caught in my throat as tears threatened.  My best hunting buddy, my mentor, my grandpa, was

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Hearty Bear Pot Pie | Wild Table

This hearty Bear Pot Pie is a rustic and flavorful dish perfect for cold weather. Tender chunks of bear meat are slow-cooked with mushrooms, carrots, and herbs in a rich red wine and broth-based gravy, then baked inside a golden, flaky pie crust. The

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Finding Your Shotgun Fit for Improved Shooting
06/09/2025

One of the most overlooked factors in consistent shooting performance—whether you're in the duck blind or breaking clays—is shotgun fit. Just like a properly tailored suit helps you move with ease, a properly fitted shotgun helps you

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Training Hunting Dogs in the Offseason
06/05/2025

The offseason doesn’t mean there isn’t work to be done for serious bird hunters and their canine companions. In fact, the months before hunting season are the most important for training hunting dogs. Whether you’re working with a

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Savage Father’s Day Gift Guide
06/04/2025

Are you racking your brain trying to think of the perfect gift to get your dad this Father’s Day? Well, look no further! From paper punchers to die-hard deer hunters, we’ve got just what your outdoor-loving dad needs for this Father’s

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Smothered Wild Game Burritos | Wild Table

Bring bold flavors to your table with these Smothered Wild Game Burritos, a hearty and delicious recipe from The CRUSH with Lee and Tiffany. Perfect for showcasing elk or venison, this dish transforms tender wild game into a comforting, crowd-pleasing

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Lonely Toms: How to Hunt Late-Season Turkeys Smarter in May
05/27/2025

May means the tail end of the season, and almost all of the spring breeding is winding down. So it’s up to us to figure out if these late-season turkeys have any weaknesses and how to exploit them. Here’s the thing: Every distinct

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Shooting Steel: Best Practices for Safe, Fun Target Shooting
05/26/2025

Shooting steel is one of the most rewarding and dynamic forms of target shooting. The instant feedback of a loud "ping" and the visible swing or spin of the target can make shooting more enjoyable and a great training indicator of success. However,

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Prairie Dog Hunting: Fast-Paced Varmint Action
05/22/2025

If you're looking for a fun, challenging, and accessible way to sharpen your marksmanship skills, prairie dog hunting might be exactly what you need. It’s fast-paced, relatively easy to get into, and opportunities are plentiful with

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Savage Impulse: The Ultimate Multi-Purpose Rifle Action
05/20/2025

Designed around a lightning-fast straight-pull bolt action, the Savage Impulse platform was engineered with versatility in mind to meet the needs of today’s diverse hunters and shooting sports enthusiasts. With models tailored for everything from

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Thai Wild Pork Salad | Wild Table
05/14/2025

This Thai wild pork salad is an exciting way to enjoy feral hogs: bright, exciting, flavourful, and delicious!Prep Time: 40 minCook Time: 20 minYield: 2 servings on its own, or 4 servings as part of a larger mealIngredients1/2lb wild pork loin or 1

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MOA vs. MRAD: Scope Sighting Differences
05/12/2025

Choosing between MOA vs. MRAD is one of the first big decisions precision shooters and hunters face when selecting a rifle scope. These two measurement systems are used to calculate and adjust for elevation and windage, and while both are