Is your big toe sticking through the end of your hunting socks? Well, buddy, it’s time to let that pair go and grab yourself a snug, breathable, and durable new pair from this guide to 2024’s best hunting socks. As an avid hunter and guide in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, I’ve spent much time researching and … Read more
The Archery Trade Association’s annual show is billed as a chance for industry buyers, sellers, and go-betweens to do business, network, and introduce new products. A rookie ATA exhibitor said plainly: “You haven’t done squat in this industry until you get invited to exhibit at the ATA.” And he’s right. Eat Elk Meat’s staff was … Read more
Would you look at that? A buyer’s guide to the best bone saws for hunting deer, elk, and big game in 2024. We’re sure you can’t believe some internet nerd would spend the time helping you find the perfect bone cutter for butchering your harvest. While it’s true we are hunting bloggers, we aren’t just … Read more
Wise hunters looking for 2024’s best skinning knife know that having the right tools once you harvest an animal is vital to successful meat care. A primary tool like a top-notch skinning blade can make all the difference in making your work safer and more efficient. In the fall, I can be found in the … Read more
When good friend and longtime hunting buddy Lance Fitzgerald asked me if I wanted to join him on a 10-day hunting trip in South Africa with the world-class outfitter Dries Visser Safaris, my first thoughts were – ‘Yeah right, like I could ever afford to do something like that.” But, as fate would have it, … Read more
Some people say that elk chili is Earth’s most delicious comfort food. And, by some people; I mean I do. It’s me. I freakin’ looove this elk chili recipe. It’s got everything: the ground elk, the beans, the tomatoes, the spicy. Mama-mia. Here you have a flavor-bursting recipe that makes for a hearty and flavorful … Read more
Easy there, partner. Understanding deer scrapes is more complicated than it may seem. I’m no expert, but I’ve spent a lifetime trying to decode deer language. And one thing I’ve learned is whitetail deer speak louder with their body language than any other way. It’s essential to understand what a deer is trying to say … Read more
Are you enrolled in a hunter’s ed class and eager to learn more about ethical hunting? Let’s delve into what the four R’s of ethical hunters are. Following these principles and their guidelines will help us hunters to be considerate towards ourselves, others, and the environment while also being accountable for our actions. The four … Read more
You’re taking a hunter education class, which means you will have to learn a lot about hunting in a short amount of time. This is something that every hunter has to do. Along the line, you’ll inevitably be asked a common question: Why are hunting regulations passed? The easy answer is that hunting laws are … Read more
You showed up to camp without knowing any hunting jokes? Pshh. Get outta here, city slicker! In my experience, flowing jokes (and whiskey) are the perfect social lubricant for deer, elk or whatever camp. My favorite part of hunting isn’t harvesting an animal. Truth be told, my favorite part of hunting camp is the camaraderie. … Read more