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An Alaskan Hunter’s Thoughts on Fear of Bears
The public point of view on bear safety and fear around bears, even among fellow hunters, has always been an interesting phenomenon to me. It was at the age of seven when I saw my first Grizzly Bear and my first Black Bear in the wild. My dad believed in starting us young and had…
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Shot Placement on Bears
The State of Alaska offers more bear hunting opportunities than any other destination available, and the hunting is superb. Hundreds of hunters take to the backcountry every spring and fall in pursuit of North America’s largest carnivores, and unfortunately many of them are misguided as to how to properly bring down their quarry. There are…
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Environmental Effects on Bullet Trajectory
We’ve all been there; those early morning trips to the range in the weeks leading up to the next big hunt. Learning the grouping of your ammunition of choice, figuring out your trajectory and D.O.P.E. (Data Obtained on Previous Engagement), and working out any bad shooting habits you might have. But at the end of…
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5 Tips for Staying Warm on Winter Hunts
As Alaskans, we spend almost half our lives in harsh winter conditions. Knowing the proper way to deal with this climate is the difference between an active outdoors lifestyle all year-round and seasonal hibernation. However, these cold weather tips apply to all hunters in all northern climates. There will always be a level of discomfort…
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Rubber vs. Breathable Rain Gear for Hunting in Alaska
One of the most widely disputed gear topics amongst hunters today is rain gear. Having a rain shell to protect your insulation layers from precipitation is not only important for comfort and staying dry, but essential for survival in the backcountry. Even with the dozens of different options in our modern gear technology, rain gear…
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Down vs. Synthetic Insulation for Backcountry Hunting
Whether it’s time to layer up against dropping temperatures, or time to tuck into your sleeping bag at the end of a long day in the woods, insulation in the backcountry is of paramount importance. Protection from the elements is one of the most vital factors when considering gear for a backcountry hunt, because without…
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3 Bullet Types for Big Game Hunting
In the modern day and age of ballistic science, things have come a lot farther than just a ball of lead wrapped in a copper jacket. Each bullet type on the market today was designed for a specific purpose and should be recognized as such. If you are preparing for your first big game…