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Time for a new turkey gun? Here’s what to consider

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An avid hunter friend was among the first to tag a gobbler when spring hunts began in central Wisconsin nearly four decades ago.
Back then, the conventional wisdom regarding a firearm was, “bigger is better.” So he borrowed a 10-gauge side-by-side double loaded with 3-1⁄2-inch shells stuffed with No. 4 lead pellets. It got the job done – but with 32-inch barrels and weighing almost a dozen pounds.

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What to know about safety glasses to get the best protection for your eyes

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It’s rare that I venture outside the house without wearing some form of eye protection that guards against the sun’s glare and harmful UV rays, while also protecting my eyes from foreign objects and debris.
As someone who has seen my eyesight significantly improve after cataract surgery, I am determined to take every precaution to protect my eyes and preserve my vision.

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Interested in joining the many who use suppressors for hunting? Here are key things to consider

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Many fields and woodlots may have been somewhat quieter during this fall’s hunting seasons. The silence wasn’t necessarily due to a lack of shooting opportunities, but possibly because more hunters are now adding suppressors to their big-game rifles in record numbers.
It’s rare to pick up an outdoor magazine and not see a successful hunter posing with a trophy buck or bull and the suppressor-equipped rifle he used to shoot the animal.

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Is there still an advantage to hand loads for varmint hunting?

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The decade following World War II ushered in the golden age of hand-loading centerfire rifle cartridges, as bullets from Speer, Sierra, Nosler, Hornady, and other new companies became available. Reloading presses, dies, and other tools also became available, and tons of military-surplus powder were sold in smaller canisters to handloaders.
While the primary purpose of hand-loading may have been to save money, it also enabled shooters to tailor loads to their rifle that would maximize accuracy, increase velocity, and improve terminal performance.

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Smokepole 101: Here’s what you’ll need to get started hunting with a muzzleloader

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Hunters who head afield with muzzleloading rifles hoping to tag a deer or other big game animal include those who want to create the nostalgia of a bygone era, long-range enthusiasts who to want to stretch the distance for open-country shots and most others who simply want an opportunity to spend more days in the woods.

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ATV, UTV or XTV for outdoor enthusiasts: What off-road vehicle is right for you?

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Hunters, anglers and others who have a passion to explore the outdoors – along with farmers, loggers, construction workers, and government agencies – have purchased thousands of off-road vehicles during the past four decades.

During my past 30 years, I’ve had long-term experiences with an ATV and two UTVs, and have enjoyed some quality time with an XTV. What began with the launch of Tricart – the first year-round motorized tricycle that could navigate difficult terrain – in the late 1960s, has led global power sports manufacturers to create today’s thriving multi-billion dollar industry.

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