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

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

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

Fall hunting gear to effectively get the job done. This selection of gear is recommended by the Editors at Hunt Alaska magazine and covers everything from guns, ammunition and sights to the all terrain vehicles to get you where you’re going and more. Black Hills Ammunition 6.5 PRC 143 Gr. ELD-X black-hills.com Think of this as a “step up” from the 6.5 Creedmoor, one of the most popular new cartridges of the past decade. The 6.5 PRC (Precision Rifle Cartridge) pushes the same modern 6.5 high-BC (ballistic coefficient) projectiles another 250 fps faster than the 6.5 Creedmoor and with compar ..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

Blacktail Deer Soft Tacos By Marcus Weiner Recipe Yield: 8 Tacos This recipe is a favorite in my house. My twin 8-year-old boys call them “Garden Tacos” which references the pico de gallo I make from the garden in the summer. I usually cook a couple pounds of taco meat at a time and keep it in the fridge. From there, I can make soft tacos, taco salad, and a taco meat bowl that includes brown rice, pico de gallo, some fresh vegetables and shredded cheese. I usually make brown rice in large batches in the rice cooker, which we eat in a number of preparations. With the elements cooked and in t ..read more

High-mountain camp for mountain goats overlooking Resurrection Bay, Seward, Alaska. Story and photos by Nigel Fox My archery black bear taken in May 2022. Bowhunting in Alaska Hunting in Alaska can be very challenging! Logistics, weather, and timing play a big part in planning a hunt in Alaska. The gear you bring or don’t bring can also contribute to your success. Generally, bowhunting is challenging, but when you add Alaska’s backcountry to it, it becomes incredibly challenging. There are a few rules that I follow when getting ready for one of my Alaska bowhunting trips, which, in my ex ..read more

The hunting gear featured in the Spring 2023 Gear Shop covers all of your hunting needs and wants; ammunition, holsters, apparel and more.   Black Hills Ammunition 10mm HoneyBadger Hunting Ammunition black-hills.com Black Hills Ammunition’s 10mm HoneyBadger bullet has deep flutes designed for optimum terminal performance without reliance on hollow points. The bullet penetrates deeply, cutting through bone and muscle to get to vitals. This is important on all hunting rounds, but particularly so when you’re relying on your handgun for protection, including the possibility of bear attack ..read more