Getting Into 3-Gun Competition: A Pacific Northwest Shooter's Starting Guide
3-gun competition combines rifle, pistol, and shotgun into some of the most dynamic shooting sport stages you'll ever run. Here's how Pacific Northwest shooters can get started without burning money on gear they don't need.
Handgun Hunting in Oregon: Caliber Selection, Accuracy Fundamentals, and Taking Game with a Pistol
Hunting with a handgun is one of the most demanding and rewarding pursuits in the field. Here's a practical guide to calibers, shooting technique, and Oregon opportunities for serious pistol hunters.
Building a DOPE Chart for Long-Range Hunting: Field Data, Apps, and Confirmed Drops That Actually Count
A ballistic app is a starting point, not a solution. Building a verified DOPE chart at the range — confirmed at real distance with your actual rifle and load — is the only thing that lets you make ethical long shots on animals in the field.
Home Defense Shotgun: Patterning, Load Selection, and Technique for the 12-Gauge Defender
The 12-gauge shotgun remains one of America's top home defense tools. Here's how to pattern your gun, choose the right load, and build the manual of arms into reliable muscle memory.
Red Dot Sights on Hunting Rifles: Zeroing, Mounting, and Why Short-Range Hunters Are Making the Switch
Rifle-mounted red dot sights are no longer just for tactical guns. Here's why more western hunters are ditching the traditional scope for close-range work — and how to set one up correctly.
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.
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.
Dry Fire Training at Home: Building Trigger Control and Marksmanship Without Burning Ammo
Dry fire is the single highest-ROI practice tool available to any shooter. Here's how to build a structured at-home dry fire program that will sharpen your marksmanship before the next hunt or match.
Thermal and Night Vision Optics for Oregon Predator Hunters: A Practical Buyer's Guide
Thermal and digital night vision have transformed predator hunting. Here's what Oregon hunters need to know about legality, technology, and choosing the right setup without wasting money.
Field Shooting Positions Every Western Hunter Needs to Master
The bench rest doesn't follow you into the field. Mastering prone, sitting, kneeling, and supported positions before the season opens could be the difference between a clean kill and a miss when the moment counts.
First Focal Plane vs. Second Focal Plane Scopes: What Western Hunters Actually Need to Know
The FFP vs. SFP debate has taken over the rifle scope market. Here's a clear-eyed breakdown of which reticle plane actually matters for hunting in Oregon and the West — and when it doesn't.
Running a Suppressor: What Oregon Hunters Need to Know About Cans in the Field
Suppressors are legal for hunting in Oregon and increasingly common in the field. Here's a practical breakdown of NFA paperwork, real-world sound reduction, host rifle selection, and why a can might be the best upgrade you make this season.