Robert Ringstad has hunted deer in Wisconsin for 80 consecutive deer seasons. This is his story.
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Minnesota Bill to Legalize Eating Beaver
In 2024, the Minnesota legislature, in a conference committee omnibus bill, prohibited landowners who took nuisance beaver, from eating the beaver. The situation resulted in jokes and a current attempt to amend the law.
Charging Black Bear Stopped with Rifle and Pistol in Montana 1989
In the fall of 1989, Alan Yates shot a black bear which charged him. It was bear season in Montana, near Bozeman. He used a .303 rifle and a .357 magnum pistol. This is his story.
Young Duck Hunter Forced to Shoot Attacking Wolf
In this incident a group of young men were hunting waterfowl on opening day when one had to shoot a wolf in defense of self and others.
Son Saves Father’s Life During Bear Attack in Wisconsin
A 12-year-old young man shoots a wounded bear which was mauling his father, stopping the attack. Northern Wisconsin, 6 September, 2024.
Father and Son Survive Grizzly Bear Attack in Alaska
Tyler Johnson was attacked by a grizzly bear, in Alaska, without provocation. He used his 10mm pistol to stop the attack.
Six Black Bear Attacks this Summer, None of the Victims were Armed
Six separate attacks. Three at campgrounds, three on people running on trails. None of the people had weapons to fight with. Â
Handguns in Defense Against Bears by Caliber | .44 Magnum
All the documented cases where a .44 magnum handgun was fired in defense against a bear or bears.
Hunt Ends in Ambush: Hunter Uses 10mm Pistol to Stop Bear Attack
In the last week of May 2024, Bowhunter Tyce Erickson used his 10mm S&W 2.0 handgun to defend against a large Kodiak brown bear.
Florida’s Proposed Protection of Hunting and Fishing Amendment
The Florida legislature has placed amendment 2 on the ballot to protect the right to hunt and fish in the state.
Handgun Defense Against Bears, Caliber NOT Critical as Thought
When handguns are fired in defense against bears, caliber is not as important as many people think. Having a gun is far more important.
Will Another Cougar Attack Change Washington’s Hunting Laws?
Another cougar attack in Washington State has some people arguing on social media that it is long past time for the legislature to repeal a 1996 ban on hunting the big cats.
British Columbia Bear Hunting Ban Not what it Seems
Grizzly bear hunting in British Columbia has not stopped. The number of people eligible to hunt has been dramatically reduced.
Man Uses Sticks to Defend Against Polar Bear Attack ~ VIDEO
A viral video of a polar bear attack stopped by a man with to poles/pipes shows how men with spears could kill polar bears.
Are Extreme Speed and Accuracy Necessary to Defend Against Bears?
Some people have claimed extreme accuracy and speed are needed to be able to defend against a bear attack. The data indicates extreme accuracy and speed is not needed in over 90% of cases.
Bear Spray is Not as Effective as Claims, Firearms Still the Superior Tool for Defense
Bears have killed nine times as many people when bear spray is sprayed than when handguns are fired in defense against bear attacks.
Washington State Bear Attack Stopped with .45 Long Colt Revolver
Travis Newman shot a big Cinnamon color phase black bear in self defense, in Washington State, in 2005. He used a Taurus Tracker in .45 Long Colt.
Archery Hunter Kills Mountain Lion in Self-Defense
A Wisconsin Archery hunter killed a mountain lion in self defense. The lion was the first one shot in Wisconsin in 115 years.
Don’t Underestimate .22’s: How This Common Cartridge Can Stop Bear Attacks
The common .22 rimfire cartridge has been used to kill many bears. Here are four more cases where it happened.
Blades and Blunt Objects in Bear Attacks
Firearms are not the only tool available to defend against bear attacks. Blades and blunt objects have been effective in several cases.
Research Shows Handguns Best Defense in Bear Attacks
Handguns appear to be more effective at defending against bear attacks than long guns. Handguns are more often carried on the person and more likely to be used at close range.
Outdoor Solutions Adds ZEISS as Partner for Long-Range Shooting Schools
The partnership entails providing each long-range shooting student with the latest innovative ZEISS products, including riflescopes, binoculars and spotting scopes.
Legislator Seeks to Undermine NJ Fish and Game Council with Anti-Hunting Appointees
SCI strongly encourages New Jersey hunters and anglers to use SCI’s Action Center to contact your state Senator and urge him or her to oppose Senate Bill 3537!
How To Choose a Hunting Guide
If you’re not going into the backcountry on your own, there’s one decision that is so important it is the difference between success and disappointment: your hunting guide.
Divide Camp: Finding Peace On The Other Side Of War
Divide Camp provides comfortable lodging, home-cooked meals and transportation at no charge to the veterans served — and supported by The NRA Foundation!
8 Questions to Ask Your Hunting Guide
There are some important questions you may want to consider asking your hunting guide before booking a trip.
First Hunt of the Season
We look back to last year, when professional Turkey Hunter, NRA Country music artist and host of Headhunter TV Nate Hosie, shared his first hunt of the 2016 hunting season.
Utah’s Waterfowl Hunt Looks Promising this Season
If you enjoy hunting ducks, geese or swans in Utah, get ready for a good hunt. And give a nod to the snow and rain that fell from the sky earlier this year.
Find Your Shot Deer Faster with the Dog That Can Do It All
William Crawford trains Labs to find wounded deer; to locate, pick-up and bring-back shed antlers; to find and retrieve doves, and to pinpoint and retrieve ducks.
New Hampshire: Action Needed, Vote Soon on Anti-Gun David Patch
You may have heard, on May 17, the Executive Council once again tabled the nomination of anti-gun David Patch for another 5 year term on the Fish and Game Commission.