Expert Insights

Winter Backpacker in Very Deep Snow
An effective sleep system for winter adventuring requires careful consideration of the elements at-hand, an understanding of oneself both physiologically and behaviorally amidst the cold, and a knowledge of the gear available from which to choose. The tangible assets of...
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3 Mistakes People Make With Their Down Insulation
Undeniably, western hunting (and hunting in general for that matter) often involves unpredictable weather patterns and cold climates that require our sustained endurement. The challenge of the pursuit at-hand demands that we remain firm under discomfort, without yielding, until either...
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Two men on a trail dressed in camo
The first pair of hunting pants I ever remember wearing were, essentially, camouflage sweatpants––presumably from Walmart––and jam packed with incredible features. For instance, state-of-the-art breathability––these pants were capable of effortlessly dumping all of your body heat, even in the most frigid conditions. And yet, despite this groundbreaking ventilation, they were also capable of making you burst into a sweat the second you even looked at a hill. And I know what you must be thinking, “I bet those pants didn’t collect any sort of burrs or briars,” but you would be dead wrong. There wasn’t a better pant on the mountain for collecting stickers. I think it was because of some scientific breakthroughs made at Walmart, which allowed cockleburrs total penetration through not only the fabric of the pant itself, but also through one’s epidermal layer, firmly locking them in place so as not to risk losing any by accident.
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An archer in Big Sky, Montana
It's that time of year again: August, and with it comes the close of yet another summer of 3D shoots for ambitious target archers honing their skills for the coming September. In light of this, I've decided to gather some of my best tips and tricks learned over the summer for those of you interested in cutting your teeth on the challenging, fun, and therapeutic sport.
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