Eagle Cap Wilderness: A 4-Day Lakes Basin Loop in Oregon's Wallowa Mountains
The Eagle Cap Wilderness holds some of the most spectacular alpine terrain in the Pacific Northwest. This 4-day Lakes Basin loop covers Glacier Lake, Mirror Lake, and the heart of the Wallowas.
How to Choose a Rifle Scope for Western Big Game Hunting
Choosing the wrong scope is one of the most expensive mistakes a western hunter can make. Here's a practical framework for picking glass that matches your cartridge, terrain, and budget.
Reloading the 6.5 PRC for Precision Hunting: Components, Load Data, and Field Results
The 6.5 PRC is one of the most capable long-range hunting cartridges available today. Here's a practical reloading guide covering brass, primers, powder, bullets, and proven load data.
Smallmouth Bass on the John Day River: A Float Fishing Guide
The John Day River in eastern Oregon holds world-class smallmouth bass fishing — and almost nobody knows about it. Here's how to plan your float, find fish, and land bronzebacks in canyon country.
Spring Turkey Hunting in Oregon's Willamette Valley
Oregon's Willamette Valley is turkey country in May. Here's how to find birds, set up a calling sequence, and punch your spring tag before season closes.
Backpacking the Steens Mountain Wilderness: A 3-Day Route in Oregon's High Desert
Steens Mountain is one of Oregon's most remote and spectacular landscapes. Here is a practical 3-day backpacking route, gear considerations, and what to expect in late spring.
Archery Form Fundamentals: Building a Repeatable Shot Cycle for the Field
Punching the trigger and hoping for the best will not cut it when a bull is at 40 yards. Here is how to build a shot cycle that holds up under pressure.
Black Bear Hunting in Oregon: Units, Season Dates, and Field Tactics
Oregon's black bear population is healthy and huntable statewide. Here is a unit-by-unit breakdown and the tactics that consistently put bears on the ground.
Reloading the .300 Winchester Magnum for Elk: Components, Loads, and Field Results
The .300 Win Mag is one of the most versatile elk cartridges ever chambered. Here is how to handload it for maximum field performance at distances from 100 to 500 yards.
Spring Chinook Salmon on the Willamette River: Timing, Tactics, and Top Spots
May means spring Chinook on the Willamette. Here is how to read the river, pick your gear, and land a bright king before the run peaks.