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Walkie-Talkie Lingo & Codes Explained – Beginner’s Guide!

Radios are excellent for facilitating long-distance communication. Two-way walkie talkies are especially indispensable for hunters. I wouldn’t hunt with a partner without ...
Backbag

8 Best Hunting Backpacks Reviewed (Backcountry, Deer, Elk Hunting & Hauling Meat)

Nothing brings a good hunt down like taking a deer and then realizing you have no way of taking the meat back ...
electronic predator call

A Complete Guide to Using An Electronic Coyote Call

An electronic predator call is one of your most important coyote hunting tools, second only to your rifle. You could be naked ...
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6 Best Binoculars for Hunting (Deer, Elk & Other Game)

If you’re hunting, you need binoculars. It’s as simple as that. In order to ethically take a shot, you need to identify ...
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12 Best Hunting Boots Reviewed (All Hunting Purposes)

There are few things—short of being caught in a blinding blizzard or sandstorm—that ruin a hunt faster than wet feet, cold feet, ...
Scope mount on rifle

How to Choose A Scope Mount? (Scope Rings Vs 1-Piece Mount)

Scopes mounts are the handshake that creates a unification between rifle and scope. They are crucial to a successful and accurate gun, ...
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Rifle Scope Turret Systems, Explained! (A Complete Guide)

Turrets, a name that makes people envision those towers on the side of castles or machine guns on the top of humvees. ...
long range shooting

11 Best Long-Range Scopes Reviewed (1000 Yard Scopes)

Long-range shooting is an absolute thrill. The joy of hearing the dong as you strike a metal target at long range is ...
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9 Best Night Vision Scopes Reviewed (All Generations & Budgets)

Who doesn’t love shooting? We all do, right? But what about at night? Shooting at night can be safe, legal, and fun. ...
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Surf Fishing 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Beach Fishing Gear & Casting

Whether you’re jigging for bass at your local pond, trolling for stripers at the local reservoir or battling giant marlin miles from ...
night vision vs thermal

Night Vision Versus Thermal Imaging – Full Comparison!

When it comes to choosing an electronic optic, you have a lot of decisions to make. For nighttime use, you will be ...
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How To Use a Climbing Tree Stand (Complete Guide)

Hunters used to have it pretty rough when it came to tree stands. They were often large and heavy pieces of gear ...
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How To Use Binoculars When You Have Glasses (2 Methods)

Just using binoculars might be tricky for some folks, not to even mention wearing eyeglasses on top of that too. There used ...
reflective vs non reflective target

Rangefinder Reflective vs Non-Reflective Target Range Explained!

Let’s say you are in the market for the best rangefinder. You are doing your research, weighing your options, and thinking about ...
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Optics 101: Light Transmission Explained!

Regardless of what kind of optic you have — a spotting scope, a rangefinder, a pair of binoculars, or a rifle scope, ...
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How To Mount A Scope On Your Air Rifle (Complete Guide)

If you aren’t happy with your iron sight accuracy, or your vision isn’t the best, you may want to consider adding a ...
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A Guide to Hunting Camo Patterns (By Type, Location, Species)

Hunting apparel has come a long way since blue jeans and flannel were the go-to for many. Not only have the materials advanced significantly, ...
Redington Classic Trout Fly Rod

Review: Redington Classic Trout Fly Rod

Outdoor Empire pick for best trout rod. The world of fly fishing gear is saturated with specialty items, especially when it comes ...
saltwater reel vs freshwater reel

Saltwater vs Freshwater Reels: What’s the Big Difference? 

Although most anglers ply their craft in broadly similar ways, there are a few significant differences between those who fish in freshwater ...
spinning reel with spool

How to Spool a Spinning Reel Without The Line Twist

It’s always more fun to fish than it is to futz around with your gear, but some types of maintenance are unavoidable. ...