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The Western Big Game Rifle

What matters to most hunters is satisfaction at hunt’s end. You can’t guarantee a kill, but you can choose your rifle and cartridge!

The celebrated 7x57 sired a clan now shadowed by 6.5mm cartridges. Fame can be fickle!Excerpt from Fair Chase MagazineBy Wayne Van Zwoll, regular contributor, photos courtesy of authorKnown as a “clas...

The Endangered Species Act at 50

This year, 2023, marks the 50th Anniversary of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Having spent the last seven years studying the ESA, I’ve come up with two observations—but first, let me set some context.

The Ageless Winchester Model 70

No bolt-action rifle can match the Model 70’s long history with American deer hunters!

The Sixes: Too Small?

Accuracy always trumps energy. But with 6mms you needn’t give up hard hits. Just stiff recoil!

The .22—Choice of Champions

Excerpt from Fair Chase MagazineBy Wayne Van Zwoll, regular contributor, photos courtesy of authorBorn Phoebe Ann Moses in 1860, Annie Oakley used .22s in jaw-dropping shooting exhibitions. Ad Topperw...

The .22—Everyone’s Favorite!

Zero recoil. One-hole accuracy. A cheap, quiet path to sure hits on big game. What’s not to like?

Field Judging - American Elk

A bull elk is one of North America’s most majestic creatures, and a really big bull elk is the best of the best, one of the most regal, most dramatic, and most impressive creatures in the entire world. There is a big difference between a nice, normal, respectable, good bull and a monster that will make the records book. It isn’t hard to tell the difference, but the first decision you need to make is whether or not you care.

Helping Public Wildlife on Private Lands

Funding public access to private lands in a voluntary manner helps give landowners an extra source of income (or at least offset their costs), while hunters gain access to some prime wildlife habitat.

Where the Pedal Meets the Metal

Lead Ammunition Top of Mind in D.C. — For most hunters, the metallurgical composition of ammunition only comes to mind when buying a box of cartridges or two at the sporting goods store. Most folks find their preferred caliber, peruse the specs, and buy the most cost-effective round for their budget.