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Knowledge Base

The hunting knowledge base category contains articles full of information on topics ranging from DIY hunting, to finding a good outfitter, to wild game recipes, and all sorts of other interesting topics.

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Finding the Right Hunting Equipment

by John McAdams

Here’s another excellent guest post by Ryan Lisson from Zero To Hunt. We first heard from him last year when he gave some great advice … Read more

Categories Knowledge Base, How-Tos
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Best Gun Cleaning Kit For Hunters And Shooters (2024)

by John McAdams

If you’re a hunter or shooter and want a high quality universal gun cleaning kit to help keep your shotguns, rifles, and handguns in great … Read more

Categories Knowledge Base, Gear Reviews
How to Get Started Grouse Hunting featured

How to Get Started Grouse Hunting

by John McAdams

Top 5 Grouse Hunting Tips This article is another post by Ryan Lisson, the founder of Zero to Hunt (learn more about him here). Ryan grew up … Read more

Categories How-Tos, Knowledge Base
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Guest Post: Introduction to Zero To Hunt

by John McAdams

While I don’t typically feature many guest posts on The Big Game Hunting Blog, I’m making an exception today. I’d like to introduce you all … Read more

Categories How-Tos, Knowledge Base
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101 Best Gifts For Hunters [2024]

by John McAdams

Regardless of whether you’re shopping for a novice just getting into hunting, or someone with decades of experience afield, you’ll probably find something he or … Read more

Categories Knowledge Base, Popular
Shooting Positions Every Hunter Should Master

8 Shooting Positions Every Hunter Should Master

by John McAdams

Learning these shooting positions will help ensure you can cleanly and ethically harvest game under a wide variety of circumstances. While many hunters do the … Read more

Categories How-Tos
How to Mount A Scope On A Rifle In 6 Easy Steps

How to Mount A Scope On A Rifle In 6 Easy Steps

by John McAdams

Interested in finding out how to mount a scope on a rifle? Keep reading for step by step instructions. I think we can agree that … Read more

Categories Knowledge Base, How-Tos
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23 Best Hunting Quotes: They’ll Change How You View Hunting

by John McAdams

Some are funny, some are poignant, and some are inspirational, but all the entries on this list of the best hunting quotes help explain the … Read more

Categories Knowledge Base
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One Man’s Attempt At Explaining Hunting

by John McAdams

Properly explaining the draw and allure of hunting to a non-hunter can be a pretty challenging endeavor. I’ve found that it’s virtually impossible for me … Read more

Categories Knowledge Base
here's how to fly with a gun without breaking the law

Here’s How To Fly With A Gun Without Breaking The Law

by John McAdams

Ever wondered how to fly with a gun? Well, here’s a detailed guide on the finer points of legally flying with firearms on an airline. … Read more

Categories How-Tos
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What Is Canned Shooting?

by John McAdams

Ever asked the question: what is canned shooting? Well, keep reading to learn all about canned shooting and why it should not be considered hunting. Canned shooting … Read more

Categories Knowledge Base
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Keep Our Public Lands Public

by John McAdams

Read the rest of the article to learn why I think we should Keep Our Public Lands Public. At this very moment there is a … Read more

Categories DIY Hunting
5 Things You Can Do Now To Prepare For Next Deer Season

5 Things You Can Do Now To Prepare For Next Deer Season

by John McAdams

Check out this article to learn 5 things you can do now to prepare for next deer season. While deer season is over for most … Read more

Categories DIY Hunting
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How To Film Your Hunt

by John McAdams

Keep reading to learn about how to film your hunt. With the proliferation of inexpensive and easy to use video equipment, it is becoming more … Read more

Categories How-Tos
Why You Should Support The Hearing Protection Act of 2015 blesbok

Why You Should Support The Hearing Protection Act

by John McAdams

Keep reading to learn about the Hearing Protection Act and why you should support it. Originally introduced by Representative Matt Salmon (R-AZ) all the way … Read more

Categories Knowledge Base
how to be a good client on a guided hunt

How To Be A Good Client On A Guided Hunt

by John McAdams

Keep reading to learn some of my recommendations on how to be a good client on a guided hunt. Hunting with an outfitter or guide … Read more

Categories Outfitted Hunting
How To Keep Your Big Game Hunting Trip From Turning Into A Nightmare

How To Keep Your Big Game Hunting Trip From Turning Into A Nightmare

by John McAdams

Keep reading to learn how to keep your big game hunting trip from turning into a nightmare. The unfortunate story of Walter Palmer and Cecil … Read more

Categories Outfitted Hunting
How To Get Permission To Hunt Private Land

How To Get Permission To Hunt Private Land

by John McAdams

Keep reading to learn some of my recommendations on how to get permission to hunt private land. One of the biggest obstacles to most hunters … Read more

Categories DIY Hunting
How To Convert Caliber To MM (And Vice Versa)

How To Convert Caliber To MM (And Vice Versa)

by John McAdams

Ever wonder how to convert caliber to mm and vice versa? Caliber (or calibre in British English) is the approximate internal diameter of the barrel … Read more

Categories How-Tos
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How To Find Public Land To Hunt On

by John McAdams

Keep reading to learn some of my tricks on how to find public land to hunt on. Finding a place to hunt can be really … Read more

Categories DIY Hunting
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