For many Western states, September 1st marks the beginning of archery elk season. This time of year also coincides with the rut, when bulls bugle their heads off, roll around in the mud, and chase ...

Why are hunting season dates so specific? While the way hunting seasons are determined may seem like an easy or arbitrary choice, it is far from that. In practice, these dates are actually built ...

Fred Mercer shot a massive bull elk on a snow mountain in Montana. At the time, it was the second biggest elk ever taken by a hunter. I woke up before daylight, aware that it was very cold in the tent ...

Nevada's big game hunting tag application closes 11 p.m. on May 7. Here's what you need to apply, including hunter safety, ...

Big game hunting presents unique challenges for hunters seeking the thrill of pursuing large, powerful animals. From dense forests to rugged mountains, these animals inhabit diverse terrains that test ...

The 2026 Colorado Big Game brochure is now available, with a number of changes that affect the upcoming seasons and the ...

The afternoon of November 12 was unseasonably warm in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Temperatures exceeded 60 degrees. Lush, green rye grass that should have just been sprouting was ankle-deep. I barely ...