Hunting

This hunting section provides information on responsible hunting, hunting methods, hunting clubs and handling game. This hunting guide will teach you about the various ideals held by hunters, then you can decide how you would like to approach hunting.

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Though there was a time when poachers were thought of as heroes -- taking from the rich to give to the poor -- that perspective seems to be a thing of the past. Poaching is a serious issue that has detrimental effects around the globe.

By Simon Shadow

What would the sport of hunting be without the sporting dogs? These furry, four-legged assistants can find, point out and retrieve game -- and still have enough energy for a game of fetch.

Wolves have been hunted throughout history for various reasons. How do people find wolves to hunt, and what kind of equipment do you need?

By John Fuller

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Gray wolves were once an endangered species in the lower 48 United States, but they've been coming back. Does that mean that they're fair game for hunters again?

By John Fuller

It's not you who chooses the rifle. Nor, for that matter, does the rifle choose you. Here's a hint: What you're hunting makes all the difference.

By Jonathan Strickland

It takes more than muttering "gobble gobble" to attract a turkey into shooting range. Hunters master all kinds of calls to lure prey. How do they make these sounds?

By Debra Ronca

Choosing the right rifle scope may make a huge difference in whether or not you're able to hit your target. But how do you choose the right scope?

By Jonathan Strickland

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While playing in the backyard, you notice Fido suddenly lower his head, raise his front paw in the air and stare intently at a flittering, oblivious bird. You then realize he's just doing what comes naturally -- hunting.

By Jennifer Horton & Chris Opfer

Not all of us were cut out to be hunters. The hours of waiting for prey to emerge from the woods coupled with the bloody business of slicing up a carcass is a lot to take. But have you considered whether hunting just isn't fair to animals?

By Josh Clark