Mount Washington Wilderness: A Weekend Backpacking Loop Through Oregon's Wildest Lava Landscape
The Mount Washington Wilderness offers one of Oregon's most dramatic and undervisited backpacking experiences — a rugged lava landscape punctuated by the jagged volcanic spire of Mount Washington itself. Here is how to plan a 2-day loop.
Reloading the .22-250 Remington: Sub-MOA Varmint Loads for Ground Squirrels and Long-Range Coyotes
The .22-250 Remington is one of the flattest-shooting, highest-velocity cartridges available for varmint and predator hunting. Here is a complete reloading guide with proven load data for Oregon hunters.
Black Bear Over Bait in Western Oregon: Legal Bait Stations, Summer Setup, and Making the Most of Your Tag
Oregon allows bear hunting over bait, and western Oregon's dense timber units offer some of the best black bear over-bait opportunities in the Pacific Northwest. Here is how to set up legally and effectively.
Summer Steelhead on the Sandy River: Hatchery Returns, Access Points, and Late-Summer Tactics
The Sandy River is one of the most accessible summer steelhead fisheries in Oregon, offering hatchery returns from July through September right outside Portland. Here is how to fish it effectively.
DIY Arrow Fletching and Repair for Bowhunters: Keep Your Arrows Flying True Through the Season
Damaged fletching doesn't have to mean a wasted arrow. Learn how to refletch and repair your own arrows with the right tools, adhesives, and technique — before the season opener or in hunting camp.
Handgun Hunting in Oregon: Caliber Selection, Accuracy Fundamentals, and Taking Game with a Pistol
Hunting with a handgun is one of the most demanding and rewarding pursuits in the field. Here's a practical guide to calibers, shooting technique, and Oregon opportunities for serious pistol hunters.
Band-Tailed Pigeon Hunting in Oregon's Coast Range: Tactics, Timing, and Finding the Flocks
Band-tailed pigeons are one of Oregon's most overlooked upland birds. Here's how to find them in the Coast Range, what gear you need, and why September is the time to go.
Tiger Muskie Fishing at Henry Hagg Lake: Oregon's Premier Trophy Predator Fishery
Henry Hagg Lake near Forest Grove holds some of the largest tiger muskies in the Pacific Northwest. Here's how to target these aggressive, toothy predators from boat and bank.
North Umpqua Trail to Umpqua Hot Springs: Oregon's Best 2-Day Hot Spring Hike
The Umpqua Hot Springs sit along one of Oregon's most scenic rivers, accessible via a stunning stretch of the North Umpqua Trail. Here's the complete 2-day route, camping info, and what to expect at the springs.
Bugling In: A Complete Guide to Calling Bull Elk During Oregon's Archery Rut
Calling a bull elk into bow range is one of the most thrilling experiences in North American hunting. Here's a complete breakdown of bugling, cow calling, and reading elk behavior during Oregon's archery rut.