Best Stories Ever
FROM David E. Petzal • Robert Ruark • Bill Heavey • T. Edward Nickens • Ted Trueblood • Phi l Bourjai ly • A.J. McClane • Keith McCafferty and more...

Welcome to Camp - There’s nothing like a good hunting camp. Here, we share our favorite stories, traditions, recipes, and pranks from our favorite place.

The Journey to Pike’s Peak - The author and a few fishing buddies travel way, way north to what just might be the greatest pike river on the planet and more...

The Lost Arts
It’s a shame that some old-school skills have fallen out of favor. Not only do they still get the job done, but mastering them comes with brand-new bragging rights. 
BY THE EDITORS

Seasons With Bear
Every hunter who’s trained and loved a dog knows this day will come. And yet when it does, it’s always a shock. 
BY HAL HERRING

On The Road
Trips, Tips, and Gear Picks for the Ultimate Spring Adventure.

WE GOT THIS
Teaming up on turkeys isn’t just fun; it’s also the best way to tag the toughest toms. 
by Will Brantley

THANKS, BUD
Even a small tip from a fishing chum can yield big results for years to come.
by Joe Cermele

CAN FLORIDA COME BACK? After years of devastating water issues, the state’s anglers, conservationists, and politicians are getting serious about saving Florida’s fisheries.
by T. Edward Nickens

THE TOTAL OUTDOORSMAN - On this buddy hunt for cottontails, the star of the show is a beerbellied beagle.
By T. Edward Nickens

THE BEST DAYS OF THE RUT Make the most of fall’s main event with these 25 expert tactics. Plus, we pick the seven days you must hunt. by Scott Bestul.

THE BLING LEADERS Four duck and goose experts—all of whom have amassed a wealth of bands—share their top hunting tips. by Phil Bourjaily.

THE TAG TEAM On their first Western big-game hunt together, the author and his son work side by side to kill pair of pronghorns. by T. Edward Nickens.

THE LONG GAME We break down the good, the bad, and the ugly of our long-range shooting obsession.

SPEED DATING The heat of the antelope rut is one of the West’s most action-packed and overlooked hunts. by Will Brantley.

WANTED FOR MURDERS Meet Todd Gifford—a noted exterminator and a diehard hunter. Locals call him the Crow Man. by Michael R. Shea.

BELLY-BOAT YOUR WAY TO MIDNIGHT BEHEMOTHS Paddle-kick a float tube to giant bass with these tips. By T. Edward Nickens.

THE SEASON When the river is up, jump in and pick trout from the pockets with a simple nymphing rig. By Dave Hurteau.

A SPORTS MAN’S LIFE Long-distance parenting gets some help from a day at the skeet range. By Bill Heavey.

MILLION-DOLLAR LURES Eight bass pros reveal the one key bait that has helped them earn seven figures.

THE ULTIMATE PRS RIFLE In the rapidly evolving world of the precision rifle, this 6mm Creedmoor is state of the art. 

NO FISH GUTS, NO GLORY Here’s a wild way to bring in a black bear: Go bowfishing for carp, then use the fish as bait.

THE TOTAL OUTDOORSMAN The author uses some downtime to improve his fly casting with help from a virtual legend. By T. Edward Nickens.

RIFLES How to extend your effective range another 100 yards by adding support to the sitting position. By John B. Snow.

FISHING Do soft-plastic baits poured by hand instead of machine molded catch more fish? Lots of anglers say yes. By Joe Cermele.

THE CLOSERS Four late-season deer experts dish 54 tips on how to end your year with a bang. 

THE BORDERLAND The public lands of southern New Mexico are heaven for thrill-seeking outdoorsmen. 

THE SWAMP RUNNERS Meet the crew of Alabama hunters who are keeping the tradition of running rabbits.

CHEERS & JEERS
Opening-day hordes, plus
the latest cartridge craze.

E D I TO R ’ S PAGE
There’s a lot to love about
the fall. Plus a new F&S
book all about knives.

OPENING DAY IN AMERICA It starts now. The first seasons for deer, elk, pronghorn, waterfowl—you name it—begin this month and next. Here’s how to own the opener. 

TO THE RESCUE If you’ve shot a deer and then can’t find it, nothing increases your chances of recovering it like a well-trained blood-tracking dog. By will brantley.

FROM THE EDITOR
Sometimes, you can’t help
but depend on the kindness
of anglers.

FIRST SHOT
An Alaskan floatplane lands
just in time.

A MAN WITHOUT A KNIFE IS A MAN WITHOUT A LIFE The essential blade skills every Total Outdoorsman should master.

CHOP! CHOP! Entice big gar, reds, and more with these killer cut-bait rigs.

BLADES OF GLORY Nothing wakes up giant fish right now like a flashy, vibrating hunk of metal.

MY LIFE ON THE EDGE Sixty years in the outdoors, as told through four knives.

MADE IN THE U.S.A. Our tribute to 35 iconic outdoor gear items, all still made right here. 

THE WISE GUYS Ten outdoor legends pass on tips to make you better in the field and on the water today and years from now.

AMERICAN ICONS Public lands are our greatest resource. These five stories show why. 

A Stand in the Valley All you could ask from a whitetail hunt is right here.

SPORTSMAN’S NOTEBOOK Force-feed the most lethargic winter trout with these irresistible double fly rigs.

CONSERVATION The Everglades are in dire straits, but scientists say they’ve found a way to save the park. 

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2017 From a 3D bat lure to a folding rifle, here are 27 can’t miss gifts for your outdoor crazed loved ones.

THE SEASON
Find the right food source, and you’ll find grouse heaven. By Tom Davis

ASK PETZAL
Custom knives, Annie Oakley, and bad buck fever.
By David E. Petzal

THE TOTAL OUTDOORSMAN
Because hunting squirrels isn’t just for beginners.
By T. Edward Nicken

FIRST SHOT
A super close-up view of a sweeping single Spey cast on the Deschutes.

CHEERS AND JEERS
Petzal’s guide to guns, the right caliber for bear country, deer-camp antics, and a moose guide loses his way.

A SPORTS MAN'SLIFE
The manual you should have gotten with your crossbow. By Bill Heavey

GO PUBLIC
Your complete guide to killer whitetail bowhunting and big adventure on Uncle Sam’s land.
by dave hurteau and tony j. peterson

THE BEAR AT LAST LIGHT
After a missed shot during the spring season, the author returned to Canada last fall to kill his first
bear. by colin kearns

YOUNG BLOOD
The gear, guns, and skills you need to help a kid become a hunter. by will brantley and
michael pendley

THE SEASON Ripe mast and a limit of squirrels mean it’s fall again.

SHOTGUNS Use the shim kit with your new shotgun to get a custom fit—and shoot better. 

THE TOTAL OUTDOORSMAN When the fishing goes south, the best Plan B is to sit back and enjoy where you are in the wild.

BUYER’S GUIDE The year’s best speedsters, smooth shooters, and bargain models from our flagship bow and crossbow shootout.

WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE The full scoop on chasing goliath Amazon bass.

THE WISHING TREE The author searches for old ghosts on his favorite summer river.

UP IN SMOKE Here’s the ultimate menu for a wild-game barbecue.

THE FAMILY GUIDE TO NOODLING Gather the clan and go wrassle some monster catfish.

10!
This is your year to catch a 10-pound bass. Our pros reveal the best lures, proven tactics, and trophy lakes to help you complete the quest. 

THIS LAND WAS YOUR LAND 
Why the battle over our public lands is one sportsmen must win.

DOG IN THE HUNT
Welcome to Parsons, Tennessee—home of the “World’s Largest”  raccoon hunt.

In this issue: ANGRY BIRDS Want to shoot a gobbler
at five steps? Forget the hen talk and plan to pick a fight this spring by will brantley and dave hurteau, HIGHS AND LOWCOUNTRY We head to a hidden wilderness in the South for a crazy cast and blast by t. edward nickens, THE TOTAL OUTDOORSMAN For a memorable fishing trip, sometimes all it takes is one perfect cast By T. Edward Nickens, RIFLES
Weatherby’s new 6.5/300 is its best magnum yet By David E. Petzal and much more...

In this issue: BURNING RUBBER Lazy early-spring fish driving you nuts? Swim baits will make them open wide by joe cermele, mark modoski, ross robertson, and dave wolak, FIRE DRILLS Here are 16 off-season shooting exercises for both rifle and shotgun that will have you ready for anything come fall by phil bourjaily and jeff johnston, ASK PETZAL Bob Dylan, bowhunting, and the truth about camo By David E. Petzal, SPORTSMAN’S NOTEBOOK Three pros weigh in on tough early turkeys By JR Sullivan and much more...

In this issue: THE SHIPWRECK OF SAN LEON Two anglers spend days in the open sea, waiting for rescue by jr sullivan, FROST BITES Catch a pile of fish on the ice during the worst conditions by mark modoski, HUNTING Grab your rimfire and head to the hardwoods. It’s the peak of the squirrel rut By Will Brantley, SPORTSMAN’S NOTEBOOK Hook into a massive coldwater blue cat By Joe Cermele and much more...

In this issue: SEVEN BEST DAYS OF THE RUT Time to invent excuses and clear the calendar. F&S has picked 2016’s must-hunt rut days by scott bestul, THE PERFECT SHOOTER Long obsessed with mule deer, the author finally gets a crack at his first buck. by colin kearns, THE SLAB HARVEST Our pros spill the secrets to loading up on huge fall crappies while everyone else is in a deer stand by joe cermele and much more...

In this Issue: CHEERS & JEERS Lady killers, a grizzly attack, carving skills, and treestand pastimes, TOTALLY RAD SHOTGUNS OF THE ’80S Scattergun designs were fresh and chokes became tubular. Dude, these eight ’80s models weren’t just cool beans; they were awesome! by phil bourjaily, THE WILD CHEF A delicious upland recipe— no plucking required By Jonathan Miles, ESCAPES The remarkable comeback of sandhill cranes is one more reason waterfowlers should head north By JR Sullivan, HE TOTAL OUTDOORSMAN The “meat doe” is one of hunting’s finest trophies. By T. Edward Nickens and much more...

In this issue: BITING TRUTHS Don’t dismiss the alligator gar The author shares some myth busting facts about these toothy bottom dwellers—and great tips on how to catch them by joe cermele, RUN AMOK On New York’s famous Salmon River, surrounded by fellow anglers and spawning fish by the thousands, the author discovers the Zen of getting skunked by bill heavey, A SPORTS MAN’S LIFE Not all so-called expert survival hacks will actually help you survive. But they may give you a sense of security By Bill Heavey, ASK PETZAL Flinching, proper gun care, red meat, and Dave’s favorite movie ever By David E. Petzal and much more...

In this issue: SUNKEN TREASURES Traditional wet-fly fishing might have fallen out of favor with today’s anglers, but this centuries-old practice will outfish the most modern flies in your box. by steve culton, CAMP ESOX LUCIUS The author and a fishing buddy spent a week in Canada, flying from one remote lake to the next to catch trophy pike. Talk about the best summer camp ever. by colin kearns, THE SEASON Late summer is the best time to target surface crashing small mouths on the fly. By Tom davis, SHOTGUNS Our shotguns editor visits the Olympic Training Center to shoot with Team USA. By Phil Bourjaily and much more...

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