These Are The 13 Tactics Expert Whitetail Hunters Actually Use To Tag Mature Bucks

Outdoor Life gathered 13 mature-buck hunting tactics from experienced hunters, including trail-camera records, wind discipline and selective timing.

The 10 Best Rimfire Scopes Of 2026: Budget To Precision Optics Tested

Outdoor Life’s 2026 review compares 10 rimfire scopes, from a $1,800 versatile Nightforce to a competition-focused Vortex Razor near $4,000.

The Old-School Guide To Not Getting Lost In The Woods (Before We Had GPS)

An Outdoor Life report revisits pre-GPS wilderness navigation, emphasizing advance map study, landmarks and compass skills while noting their limits.

2026 Emergency Medical Supplies Checklist

This checklist is for people building an emergency medical supply kit for…

4 Best Water Purification Tablets for Emergencies in 2027

Compare four emergency water purification tablets by treatment volume, wait time, storage needs, and limitations to choose the right backup.

15 Best Power Outage Emergency Supplies for 2027

Compare 15 power outage emergency supplies, from lighting and power stations to blankets and ready-made kits, and choose what fits your household.

11 Best Solar Powered Camping Lanterns in 2027

Compare the top solar powered camping lanterns of 2027. Find the best overall, best value, and best for off-grid power in this detailed buying guide.

The Best Laser Rangefinders For Hunting And Shooting, Tested And Reviewed

Outdoor Life’s 2026 optics test names seven top hunting and shooting rangefinders, from Garmin’s mapping flagship to lower-cost options.

His Bow Exploded When He Tried To Arrow His Target Buck — But He Still Got The Deer

Max Wynn’s compound bow failed during a shot at his target buck. He returned with a replacement bow and harvested the 8-pointer the next evening.

Explore 10 Best Portable Power Stations For Power In 2027

An AI-assisted buying guide compares 10 portable power stations by capacity, output, weight and charging features for camping, devices and backup power.