Diamond Peak Wilderness: A 2-Day Summer Backpacking Loop in Oregon's High Cascades
One of Oregon's most rewarding yet undervisited wilderness destinations — Diamond Peak rises to 8,744 feet above subalpine lakes, wildflower meadows, and old-growth forest. Here is the full route guide for a 2-day loop.
Zeroing Your Hunting Rifle for Western Big Game: MPBR, Field Zeros, and Shots That Count
Stop defaulting to the 100-yard zero. Here is how to set a practical hunting zero for western terrain — plus what MPBR means and why it matters when a buck steps out at an unknown distance.
Reloading the 7mm Remington Magnum: Premium Elk Loads for Open-Country Hunters
A practical guide to handloading the 7mm Rem Mag for elk and western big game — powder selection, bullet weights, brass prep, and load data for shots past 400 yards.
Oregon Coast Clamming Guide: Razor Clams, Bay Clams, and Low-Tide Tactics for the Pacific Shore
Everything you need to know to dig clams on the Oregon coast — species, tides, tools, limits, and the best beaches and bays from Seaside to Coos Bay.
Crater Lake Rim Backpacking: Oregon's Most Scenic High-Route Overnight
The 33-mile Crater Lake Rim provides one of Oregon's most dramatic and underrated backpacking experiences. Here's how to plan a 2-3 day rim route above North America's deepest lake.
Hunting Rifle Cleaning and Maintenance: A Season-Ready Bore-to-Stock Guide
A dirty or neglected rifle will fail you at the worst possible moment. Here's how to properly clean, inspect, and maintain your hunting rifle from bore to stock — before the season starts and after the last shot.
Reloading 12-Gauge Slugs: Custom Deer Loads for Oregon Cascade Hunters
Rolling your own 12-gauge slug loads delivers real accuracy and performance advantages over factory fodder. Here's a practical guide to components, presses, and load data that works in the wet Oregon Cascades.
Oregon Cougar Hunting: Tags, Hound Hunting, and Pursuing the Pacific Northwest's Ghost Cat
Mountain lion populations are thriving across Oregon. Here's what you need to know about tags, hound hunting regulations, and the DIY spot-and-stalk tactics for one of the West's most challenging and rewarding predator hunts.
Coho Salmon on Oregon's Coastal Rivers: Fall Run Tactics for Rain-Swollen Streams
Oregon's fall coho run peaks October through November on coastal streams. Here's how to find and land chrome-bright silvers on rivers like the Nestucca, Siletz, and Alsea.
Crossbow Hunting in Oregon: Regulations, Equipment, and Tactics
Oregon expanded crossbow hunting access significantly in recent years. Here's what you need to know about when and where you can hunt with a crossbow, what equipment makes sense, and how to adapt your deer and elk tactics.