Mount McLoughlin: Summiting Southern Oregon’s Highest Volcano and Camping the PCT
At 9,495 feet, Mount McLoughlin is the highest peak in the Southern Cascades and one of Oregon’s most rewarding climbs. Here’s the full guide to the summit trail, nearby PCT camps, and what to expect on Oregon’s forgotten giant.
Reloading the .22 Creedmoor: Oregon’s Rising Star for Long-Range Varmints and Open-Country Deer
The .22 Creedmoor delivers .220 Swift-class velocity with better barrel life, broader bullet selection, and the same case head as the 6.5 Creedmoor brass you may already be loading. Here’s a complete reloading guide for Pacific Northwest shooters.
Archery Deer at Water Holes: Summer Heat Tactics for Oregon's High Desert August Opener
When August heat pushes eastern Oregon temperatures past 100°F, mule deer key on water like few other resources. Here’s how to find the right holes, set up invisibly, and execute the shot when a mature buck finally steps in.
South Umpqua River Fall Chinook Salmon: Bank Fishing Oregon's Overlooked South Coast Run
The South Umpqua River offers some of Oregon's most accessible fall Chinook salmon fishing, with bank access points from Canyonville to Roseburg. Here's how to time it, rig it, and find the fish before the September crowds show up.
Shotgun Patterning and Choke Selection for Oregon Duck and Goose Hunting: A Pre-Season Test Day Guide
Oregon's waterfowl season opens in October, but the work happens now. Here's how to run a complete patterning session and dial in the right choke and load combination before the birds arrive.
Reloading the .450 Marlin: Big-Bore Lever-Gun Loads for Oregon Black Bear and Elk
The .450 Marlin delivers near-.458 Winchester Magnum energy in a standard-length lever action. Here's everything Oregon handloaders need to know about components, load data, and getting the most from this hard-hitting cartridge.
Field Judging Mule Deer in Eastern Oregon: How to Score Bucks on the Hoof
Knowing how to quickly assess a mule deer buck in the field is one of the most important skills an eastern Oregon hunter can develop. Here's a practical, no-calculator system for judging bucks before you commit.
Ochoco Reservoir Summer Fishing: Crappie, Bass, and Yellow Perch in Oregon's Central Highlands
Ochoco Reservoir, just east of Prineville, holds some of central Oregon's best warm-water fishing. Here's how to target crappie, largemouth bass, and yellow perch through the summer season.
Field Ballistic Calculators for Western Hunters: Kestrel, Applied Ballistics, and Getting Your Data Right
Modern ballistic calculators have transformed long-range hunting. Here's how to choose the right tool, enter your data correctly, and actually trust your firing solution in the field.
Reloading the .22 Nosler: High-Performance AR-Platform Loads for Varmints and Deer
The .22 Nosler delivers genuine high-velocity performance from a standard AR-15 platform. Here's a complete reloading guide covering components, load data, and what to expect in the field.