Coyote hunting has become increasingly popular among outdoor enthusiasts, farmers, and conservationists as a means to control the growing population of these adaptable predators. As the interest in responsible and ethical hunting practices rises, the use of suppressors has garnered attention for its potential advantages in the pursuit of coyotes. Savage ambassador and experienced hunter, Kyle Kuechel has been coyote hunting with a suppressor for many years and knows the advantages firsthand. Kuechel helped us break down the advantages of coyote hunting with a suppressor.  Noise Reduction ..read more

It’s hard to not think about the good ole days. As I sit here in what is the "prime" part of my hunting career as far as my ability to travel and chase my dreams, I have found myself in a pickle. My boys are not quite old enough to hunt, and while I don't want to rush watching them grow up, I know my best memories of hunting are yet to come.   I grew up a gun hunter; opening day for me was easily my favorite day of the year. The stories of those years of my life are endless. Even as I sit in a river bottom in Kansas or a cut corn field in Iowa, it can sometimes feel empty. The tradit ..read more

We’ve all experienced it; you are at the gun range or up on the mountain hunting when the shot breaks out. Your lack of hearing protection is immediately apparent. The ringing in your ears subsides, but was the damage done? As someone who grew up with perfect hearing but now relies on hearing aids I can tell you, yes, there was damage done. Little by little, day by day, it adds up until you find yourself struggling to hear. Protecting your hearing is one of the most important things you can do, and something that doesn't require a whole lot of effort. Like ear plugs and muffs, shooting suppres ..read more

Like the look of the new Model 64 Precision series? Now you can upgrade any Model 64 with the same precision chassis! The synthetic chassis has a high-strength glass-filled nylon construction for increased accuracy. An integral barricade stop allows for a more stable shooting position. It also features M-LOK slots and an AR-compatible grip interface for ergonomic customization. This step-by-step guide will show you how to install a 64 chassis kit on your Model 64 or Model 62. Buy your 64 Chassis Kit today! 64 Chassis Black Stock Kit  64 Chassis FDE Stock Kit Compatible Models Model 64 ..read more

Subsistence is defined as “the action or fact of maintaining or supporting oneself at a minimum level.” This takes on a deeper meaning for outdoorsmen and women who seek to sustain themselves through all forms of wild harvest. Justin Balzer aka Griz is one of those outdoorsmen who chooses to spend as much time in his local wildernesses, both far and near, in an effort to provide food for himself and his family. He builds his life around this practice, striving to spend every spare minute that he has, out in the wild, hunting, fishing and foraging. As a result, he has not had to buy meat from ..read more

Indulge in the rich flavors of venison with Mike Robinson’s exquisite reverse seared Venison T-Bone and French Trimmed Rack recipe. The host of Farming the Wild creates a custom rub for the cuts of venison, slow cooks them to perfection in his Traeger, and then reverse sears to create a delightful crust. Serve this alongside creamy polenta, enriched with butter and a blend of cheeses for a truly decadent wild game dining experience.  Ingredients Venison T-Bones and French Trimmed Racks Beef Stock Butter Olive Oil Traeger Coffee Rub Bulb of Garlic Salt and Ground Pepper Ras El Hanout Dri ..read more

We are just a few weeks away from the first turkey season in Iowa and hunters are already thinking about and preparing for the season. There are so many spring turkey tips and tricks that you could learn something new every day, but here are a few things that are tried and true for us.  Turkey Sign & Location ROOSTS: Turkey’s favorite spots to roost are along creeks and steep hillsides where they are elevated so it makes it easier for them to fly off the roost and onto the top of a hillside. Turkeys have extremely good eyesight and like to scan the landscape for predators, if they a ..read more

Turkey hunting is an exhilarating and challenging pursuit that requires a combination of skill, patience, and the right gear. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or a novice gearing up for your first turkey season, having the right equipment can make all the difference. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the essential turkey hunting gear, exploring the key features to consider for each type of equipment. Shotgun: The Heart of Your Setup A reliable shotgun is the backbone of any turkey hunting gear collection. When choosing a shotgun for turkey hunting, consider the following features ..read more

Every hunt brings with it unique challenges and moments that stay with me long after I return home. For most hunts, I find that the harder the terrain or chase, the more memorable that event becomes to me. I am also a slightly superstitious hunter, so when certain things occur on a hunt, it leaves another mark on my memory bank. The mule deer hunt in late 2022, in the wilderness area of Wyoming was all of the above and remains one of the most vivid hunts for me in my career. It was the first time I had ever been hunting on horseback. The Pain is Real I am not sure if anyone can go hunting on ..read more

Tri-tip is one of my family’s staple dinners and though bison is a leaner cut versus beef, a Bison tri-tip reversed seared can be just as juicy as beef. It’s a roast cut that can feed the whole family just sliced and put right on the plate with whatever sides you wish. Can’t go wrong with a baked or mashed potato but sides are all on you.  Servings: 4-6 Ingredients 1 Bison Tri-Tip Rosemary infused olive oil Heath Riles Garlic Jalepeno Rub Heath Riles Everyday Rub Blackstone Grills Blackened steak rub Half stick of butter Chimichurri ingredients 1 fine chopped shallot 3-4 Garlic cloves ..read more