Alaska Arms LLC. specializes in crafting high-quality and innovative custom firearm accessories tailored for the unique demands of hunting and shooting in the Alaskan wilderness. Alaska is known as a land of extremes, from its weather and mountains to its flora and fauna. The folks who have grown accustomed to successfully living and hunting the Far North have become particular about what does and doesn’t work in their neck of the woods. And for good reason. Alaska can dish out lessons in humility faster than many hunters can keep up with. Quality gear and components are of utmost importa ..read more

An Alaska Dall Sheep Hunt Story: In the remote and unforgiving landscape of Alaska’s mountains, a couple’s determination and teamwork led them to achieve their goal of hunting a prized ram together. Preparing for the Dream Alaska Dall Sheep Hunt Our dream of hunting Alaskan Dall sheep started in late March over five years ago on a clear, cold, crisp day at the southern end of Kodiak. Carri Ann and I were packing up our frozen gear, staging our two mountain goats on the beach, and listening for our float plane. We cherished our time on “the Rock” after harvesting two billies. As the morning ..read more

Bear baiting is a popular hunting method in Alaska, particularly for black bears. It’s regulated and practiced by many hunters across the state, offering an effective strategy for harvesting bears in the wilderness. This guide offers valuable tips to enhance your bear baiting hunting experience. By Nigel Fox There has always been controversy around baiting for bears. Some people do not think it is fair or ethical. Being perched in a tree or in a ground blind (which I would not recommend doing in Alaska) waiting to kill doesn’t appeal to everyone. If you live in the Lower 48, spot-and-stal ..read more

Outdoor gear is not just equipment; it’s a critical aspect of any hunting expedition, playing a pivotal role in the success and safety of the adventure. The importance of high-quality hunting gear cannot be overstated. Here are some standout outdoor gear selections we highly recommend. Black Hills Ammunition 6mm ARC 90 Gr. Dual Performance black-hills.com New for 2024, Black Hills Ammunition is offering a 6mm ARC 90-grain monolithic projectile (muzzle velocity of 2,650 fps) as part of their Dual Performance line. These projectiles are solid-copper machined bullets designed to open immedia ..read more

Venison lasagna is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish, infusing it with rich and savory flavors. Lasagna is a versatile dish that can be prepared in advance, reheats very well, and holds up in the freezer. The basic ingredients in a lasagna recipe revolve around noodles, meat, vegetables, cheese and sauce, so it’s up to your imagination as to the direction you take it. This version stays close to a classic lasagna, but substitutes pork Italian sausage for blacktail deer Italian sausage for a venison lasagna.  Recipes By Marcus Weiner Makes 16 servings Blacktail Italian Sa ..read more

Alaska conservation initiatives advocate for safeguarding public lands that are essential habitats for fish and wildlife. My older brother whispered the yardage as a Dall sheep ram slowly climbed toward a bank of fog. “305. 310. 315,” he said, irritation growing in his voice. Dihle with a ram taken out of the eastern Alaska Range. Photo courtesy of Bjorn Dihle I watched the ram through my rifle scope, knowing it was a matter of seconds until I no longer had a shot. Our younger brother was doing his best not to explode. It was my first sheep hunt, and I was nervous about pulling the ..read more

A Brooks Range hunter packing out a nice bull caribou. Photo by Aaron Hitchins I was on my hands and knees on a mountainside in the Brooks Range searching for the last of the season’s shriveled, half-frozen blueberries. It was early September. Winter was not far away. I was seven weeks into a two-part traverse of the mountain range, and I’d timed my food supply to last to a rendezvous point where two friends were supposed to fly in with food and inflatable boats. Then, we’d float out the 400 miles to the Chukchi Sea. They failed to show on our agreed-upon date. I knew it was probably a we ..read more

Hunting requires a fair amount of gear, and naturally, hunters are a gadget-intensive lot. In Alaska, quality gear is a must in order to brave the harsh environment and come out victorious. With that thought in mind, we’ve conversed with some of our advertisers to bring you items that are both useful and battle tested, so that you can make decisions on gifts to buy the loved ones on your list. There’s also a few options for the hunter who has it all. We wish you the best this holiday season, fine fellowship with friends and family, with merriment and stories of days afield in 2023. Hunting ..read more

Vortex spotting scope are certainly an excellent option for hunters. The editors of Hunt Alaska magazine had the opportunity to preview the new Razor HD 13-39×56 spotting scope. We got it out and used it a bit at the range, in addition to zeroing another one of their scopes. We are always very pleased with the performance of Vortex spotting scopes. Check out all the features. Introducing the latest Vortex Spotting Scope Lightweight Particularly for long backcountry hunts, every ounce in your pack matters. Scope performance cannot be sacrifieced to save weight. The Razor® HD 13-39×56 s ..read more

Alaska Surf and Turf By Marcus Weiner This surf and turf recipe Serves 4 This is the beginning of a series of Surf-and-Turf recipes that feature Alaska fish and game. This one pairs the bold flavor of blacktail deer backstrap with the buttery deliciousness of Dungeness crab. The crab cake has few fillers to allow the crab to shine. Sautéed asparagus makes for a nice accompaniment. Ingredients: Crab cake 3/4 lb cooked Dungeness crab meat 1 egg 1/4 c mayo 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1/8 tsp salt 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper 2/3 c panko breadcrumbs ..read more