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Backcountry Hunting

Browning Camping Introduces the New Talon 1 Backcountry Tent

Wes White

Browning Camping, a premium brand, has released a new backcountry tent for 2022 called the Talon 1. This no-fly tent was developed for the backcountry adventurer who requires a lightweight shelter that sets up quickly and is suitable for diverse wilderness environments. The Talon 1 is built on an 82x43-inch floor plan to accommodate one person plus gear. The poly oxford … [Read more...] about Browning Camping Introduces the New Talon 1 Backcountry Tent

Hunting Mountains Requires More Willpower but is Thrilling

Josh Kirchner

Hunting mountains is not for the faint of heart. My watch with altimeter read 6,800 feet. We had been hiking for almost two hours at this point with heavy packs and ambition coming out of our ears. Four miles so far lay behind us. Knowing there was only one more mile standing between us and camp elevated our excitement even more. The fact that camp was at 8,800 feet, … [Read more...] about Hunting Mountains Requires More Willpower but is Thrilling

Here are the Top 5 Reasons to Backpack Hunt

Josh Kirchner

A backpack hunt may be just what you need to reinvigorate your soul. My first backpack hunt was a true challenge. With each breath, I could feel the moisture building on the inside of my sleeping bag. Laying awake right before my alarm sounded, I tried to steal any last bit of warmth I could before crawling out of my tent and braving the cold. Not far away, there were … [Read more...] about Here are the Top 5 Reasons to Backpack Hunt

2021 Editors’ Choice | Top Lightweight Knives

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Whether you hunt whitetail in the Midwest or elk across the Rocky Mountains, you will need a knife to field-dress, skin, or cape, a harvested animal at some point. In fact, every hunter needs a knife. A recent trend in knives is a super-lightweight design. Several manufacturers are making "skeleton" knives that are sub 3.0 oz. with some weighing less than 2.0 oz. Skelton … [Read more...] about 2021 Editors’ Choice | Top Lightweight Knives

Garmin Montana 700i

Wes White

Garmin Montana 700i

Garmin Montana 700i Garmin Montana 700i Rugged GPS Touchscreen Navigator with inReach Technology GO INTO THE WILD WITH A SATELLITE CONNECTION To keep adventurers in touch and on track, the Montana 700i handheld combines the flexibility of on- or off-road navigation with global messaging and interactive SOS via inReach satellite technology. FEATURES TWO-WAY … [Read more...] about Garmin Montana 700i

Bow Spider Proudly Made in the USA, Supports Our Veterans

Wes White

Bow Spider Proudly Made in the USA, Supports Our Veterans

Bow Spider Proudly Made in the USA, Supports Our Veterans Bow Spider Proudly Made in the USA, Supports Our Veterans When Bow Spider founder David Merrill was a 14-year old growing up in Oregon, his uncle Kendall introduced him to archery. It didn’t take long before shooting a bow, and bowhunting became his passion. After years of living and hunting in Alaska, David … [Read more...] about Bow Spider Proudly Made in the USA, Supports Our Veterans

Becoming a Backpack Hunter: A Beginner’s Guide to Hunting the Backcountry

Josh Kirchner

Becoming a Backpack Hunter: A Beginner's Guide to Hunting the Backcountry | Josh Kirchner

Becoming a Backpack Hunter: A Beginner's Guide to Hunting the Backcountry | Josh Kirchner Becoming a Backpack Hunter: A Beginner's Guide to Hunting the Backcountry This book -- from Western Whitetail contributor, Josh Kirchner -- was made to take one from the city to the backcountry and talk about everything in between. It was made to answer questions and inspire. … [Read more...] about Becoming a Backpack Hunter: A Beginner’s Guide to Hunting the Backcountry

Benchmade 15200 Altitude

Wes White

Benchmark Knives by Benchmade

Benchmade 15200 Altitude Benchmade 15200 Altitude Designed for backcountry adventure; for the hunter who counts every ounce. The ultimate lightweight hunting knife features the incredible edge performance for CPM-S90V blade steel and unique carbon fiber micro scales for dexterity and control not typically found in skeletonized knives. The Altitude™ continues to take … [Read more...] about Benchmade 15200 Altitude

Ultralight Nemo Gear

Wes White

Ultralight Nemo Gear

Ultralight Nemo Gear   Ultralight Nemo Gear Spike Storm Trekking Pole Tent With a packed weight of 1 lb. 7 oz., the Spike Storm is perfect for the solo hunter in the backcountry. The tent sets up in minutes. Simply stake or tie it down, insert and lift one trekking pole, and voila! The footprint (basically 20 sqft) is large enough for a single person, pad, … [Read more...] about Ultralight Nemo Gear

Tensor Field Insulated Ultralight Pad

Wes White

Tensor Field Insulated Ultralight Pad Tensor Field Insulated Ultralight Pad A high-quality sleeping pad like the Tensor Field Insulated Ultralight pad could be considered a backcountry luxury. The pad is 3" thick when fully inflated, yet weighs 1 lb., 3 oz (long). The Spaceframe provides a stable, comfortable sleeping surface. Baffles add to the stability, as well as … [Read more...] about Tensor Field Insulated Ultralight Pad

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