Petersen's Hunting Magazine

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Steiner H6Xi 3-18x50 Riflescope: Great Clarity and Performance - Petersen's Hunting

1 week ago | petersenshunting.com | Rodger Holscher

Unless you have been living under a rock, you have heard of Steiner. I bought my first Steiner rifle scope in February 2015 when I got my first true “long-range” rifle. This was a Steiner T5Xi 5-25x56 with the SCR reticle. This scope has since been discontinued and replaced with the T6Xi. Since 2015, I have owned the Steiner Predator 4 and Predator 8 rifle scopes.
Henry Single-Shot .410 Turkey Camo Shotgun is a Delight

Mar 13, 2025 | petersenshunting.com | Brad Fitzpatrick

There’s been a revolution in shotshell ammunition over the last decade. Modern high-density pellets like TSS are 56% denser than traditional lead pellets, and this offers hunters a number of worthwhile advantages. For starters, smaller TSS pellets weigh the same as larger lead pellets, and because the pellets are smaller, they penetrate more efficiently, and you can pack more pellets in a single shotshell load.
Decked: Awesome Truck Bed Storage and Organization System Revamped - Petersen's Hunting

Feb 17, 2025 | petersenshunting.com | David Draper

Drawer systems for trucks and SUVs have become increasingly popular among off-roaders and outdoor enthusiasts–probably because we also have an increasingly insane amount of stuff we take afield with us. From long guns to fishing gear to recovery supplies to what-have-you, all that equipment needs a home. A drawer system not only keeps it organized, but also helps secure it from theft and loss.
The Benefits of Fall Scouting During Spring Turkey Hunts

Feb 10, 2025 | petersenshunting.com | Jace Bauserman

The spring sun rapidly melted snow from the south-facing slope. New shoots of lush green were everywhere, and through my optics, I could see insects hovering above the golf-course-looking mountainside. Minutes later, just above the snowline, a boisterous tom appeared with his ladies. The birds went to work on the green grass and the insects. As I watched the birds feed across the slope, numerous elk started to appear. Like the birds, the elk wanted the newly sprouted protein-rich mountain grasses.
Pheasant Balmoral With Venison Haggis Recipe

Feb 5, 2025 | petersenshunting.com | Jenny Nguyen-Wheatley

Gear Gear David Draper of Petersen's Hunting reviews the Browning's Citori 825 shotgun and X-Bolt 2 rifle in this comprehensive video. Explore the craftsmanship, features, and performance of these two exceptional firearms. Draper's expert analysis and hands-on demonstrations provide valuable insights into what makes the Citori 825 and X-Bolt 2 standout choices for hunters.
Steep And Deep: Mountain Goat Hunting In British Columbia

Jan 30, 2025 | petersenshunting.com | Nick Trehearne

“We aren’t going down the same way we came up, are we?”“No...it's steeper this time,” I responded, trying to hold in my laughter. I could tell Henri wanted to strangle me. He was from the flat, Canadian agricultural province of Saskatchewan, and here we were, halfway up a mountain in some of the steepest coastal mountains that exist in North America in pursuit of the mountain goats that call this region home. The hike into the area was, by most people’s standards, short—like four and a half miles.
Deep Introspect of a Seasoned Hunter: It's "Complex."

Jan 24, 2025 | petersenshunting.com | Jim Zumbo

The mule deer doe lay on the highway, her body shattered from the collision with a vehicle. All of her legs were broken, blood issued from her ears and nose, yet she was able to hold her head up. I drove by slowly and our eyes made contact. As I continued by, her eyes followed mine and I was struck with a profound dose of sorrow I had never experienced before when confronted with a dying animal. I’m not embarrassed to say tears drained down my cheeks.
Hot From SHOT: The Best New Optics For Hunters in 2025

Jan 21, 2025 | petersenshunting.com | Brad Fitzpatrick

Affiliate Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links. We earn from qualifying purchases. Every hunter knows that quality optics are critical to the success of any hunt, and this year there are several outstanding new optics for every type of hunt and every price range. This list includes everything from clever bino harness accessories to top-end optics equipped with the latest ranging technology and wireless capabilities.
Chronic Wasting Disease Management: A Lightning Rod of Controversy - Petersen's Hunting

Jan 20, 2025 | petersenshunting.com | Will Brantley

Why are some hunters still skeptical over chronic wasting disease? After all, CWD kills every deer it infects, it’s spreading across the country and it’s a major threat to the future of deer hunting. Anyone who doubts any of that is a fringe “CWD denier,” right? I haven’t heard many people deny that CWD is a real threat, but after decades of hysterics, some are asking valid questions about the control measures state agencies use to fight it.
Federal's 7mm Backcountry: A New High-Performance Cartridge Launched - Petersen's Hunting

Jan 7, 2025 | petersenshunting.com | Joseph von Benedikt

Federal’s new 7mm Backcountry cartridge provides unprecedented performance. By utilizing cases made of high-grade “Peak Alloy” steel, the cartridge safely contains 80,000 psi. That’s 20 percent more pressure than traditional magnums, which top out at about 65,000 psi. These high-performance pressures are achieved using gunpowders with a burn rate that’s faster than usual for the internal capacity. As a result, the 7mm Backcountry provides a significant increase in muzzle velocity.