Hunting

HuntingNet.com has extensive information on many hunting topics like game, weaponry, outfitters, and hunts. The Web site also has blogs and forums so that you can see what other hunters are saying. Visit this site for advice on specific hunting practices—like “What To Do After the Shot.” The “Hunting Links” section under “Resources” covers many specific topics—some examples include “DNR,” “Game Calls,” and “Foods/Recipes.” There is even a glossary of hunting terms that covers all aspects of the sport. Links to other helpful Web sites are provided in each category. You might consider this Web site your online home range.

DiscoverTheOutdoors.com  “is specifically designed to promote and encourage outdoor involvement,” with an emphasis on hunting, fishing, and camping. The glossary provided by the site is thorough and the rest of the site provides essential resources like moon phases, hunting tips and advice on camping. Use this as your primary resource for the outdoors.

MyOAN.net the Web site for the Outdoor Adventures Network, offers advice and news to outdoorsmen of all ages. This link has hunting tips, news and forums and includes a glossary of hunting terms. If you think an entry is missing, submit your suggestion.

Hunting Society, Inc. is run by a group of passionate volunteers (with little or no Web design experience, so be prepared for poor presentation). Scroll down the homepage for a list of links on many topics: “Hunting Supplies,” “Competition Shooting,” “Animal Varieties,” and “Clubs and Associations,” to name a few. This Web site teaches you about the history of different types of hunting, what equipment to get and how to get it, and the most popular animals to hunt.

Hunting Secrets offers the entire text of hunting advice written by famous hunter Clyde Ormond. The homepage has links to all of the topics covered in his work, “The Complete Book of Hunting,” which has been transcribed here. Ormond’s advice is invaluable for beginner and advanced hunter alike.

Boone and Crockett Club was founded by Theodore Roosevelt in 1887 as a nonprofit, seeking to preserve the ethics of hunting for both hunters and animals. The site outlines fair chase rules. Members of the club ($35/year) help to protect national parks and hunting resources and receive the club’s Fair Chase magazine and other benefits.

Hunt Fair Chase is dedicated to securing the future of hunting through ethical behavior. This site explains how hunters and wildlife benefit each other and offers ways you can support ethical hunting manufacturers, organizations, publications, and even artists. There are also many informative articles on the subject.

Masters of Foxhounds Association of North America defines a code of foxhunting ethics in this article. A “Table of Contents” section lists rules and regulations detailing specific elements of the sport.

Trophyseekers Worldwide helps you find hunting destinations in Africa, Canada, the U.S. West and Midwest, and Alaska. Choose the location you want to visit and see the links to “Outfitters,” “Details/Pricing,” “Deals/Special Hunts,” and “Hunt Planner.” Also visit the “Photo Gallery” for each section—“Africa,” for example, has shots of unusual trophies including impalas, lions, and nyalas. Free registration is required for access to any of the resources.

Hunting Top 10 offers links to each state and lists of destinations within each state as well as Canada, Mexico, Africa, and Argentina. The homepage also features destinations offering last-minute specials and discounts. Scroll down the homepage on the right to find the “Available Hunts” section with links to lodges featuring specific types of hunts, such as “Caribou,” and “Wild Hog.” This Web site is a platform for outfits to advertise themselves but can still be a great place to learn about what you’re looking for in a trip.

Hunt and Shoot.org has a “Tracking Hunting and Shooting Opportunities in Every State” section that offers a “Read What’s Happening in your State” link. Use it to find hunting resources in your state or in any other you intend to visit. Click a state on the U.S. map that appears for dates and locations of upcoming expeditions.

Hunt the World.com lists many different outfitters all over the world—organized alphabetically by region and prey. Although these are all promotional links, the site has lots of information and is a good place to begin researching a hunt. Site design is busy and you’ll have to do a lot of navigating, but the index is thorough.

Bowhunter.com is the Web site for Bowhunter magazine. One of the great links on the site is “Ask Bowhunter”: this section allows you to post a question to the site’s open forum. Sign up for a free newsletter to keep abreast of all the latest bowhunting news, or visit the “New Products” link for product reviews.

Bowhunting.net is a major resource for bowhunting culture. Upcoming bowhunts and other events are posted on the homepage. The site also features reviews of new hunting gear as well as articles about topics that affect hunters like “Muscle Cramps Hurting the Hunting,” and “Boot Maintenance Made Simple.” While most resources on the site are valuable, be advised that some links don’t work.

The International Bowhunting Organization seeks to “promote, encourage and foster the sport of bowhunting.” The site has a link to schedules of bowhunting competitions as well as course offerings at its school in Colorado. Visit its “Links” section to find archery stores online.

Bowsite.com has lots of features and articles, although much of the site is dedicated to advertising bowhunting products. This is a good site for interactive participation: you can post photos or messages to the forums. Visit the “Bowhunting Tools” section of the “Interactive” dropdown menu on the top navigation bar for lots of valuable information, such as a moon calendar and P&Y score sheets.

Bowhunting North America seeks to keep the sport of bowhunting popular and ubiquitous. It is especially geared toward families and has a page for kids titled “Lil Hunters.”

ESPN.com has an Outdoors Hunting Index, that features individual hunters and has articles detailing current issues in hunting. An “Outdoors Headlines” section keeps you informed about the latest wildlife and hunting news such as the status of wildlife endangerment and upcoming hunting championships.

The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) supports programs designed to “ensure the future of hunting.” The Web site lists articles about hunting that have recently appeared in the news. Scroll down the page for links to many other hunting sites that operate in partnership with the NSSF.  Visit the “Hunting Heritage Partnership” link, for example, which offers grants that serve to “create more opportunities to hunt,” and to “recruit next generation hunters.”

Sports Afield claims to be the oldest hunting magazine in the United States. Visit the online version of the publication for articles and forums that detail the most contemporary issues in hunting. Visit “The Traveling Hunter” link to find great advice for hunters planning a trip. The “Reports Afield” link details current hunting news and adventure stories.  

The Hunting Report has lots of news and articles for “the hunter who travels” as well as extensive reviews of hunting outfitters. You have to subscribe for most content but you can sample some articles for free. Membership costs $60 annually for U.S. residents, though you can save money with multiyear subscriptions.

The National Rifle Association offers news in this link. Visit the “Explore the NRA” section to be connected with all NRA Web sites, including one that links to “Guns and Hunting.” This news site has a ticker at the bottom of the screen that continually broadcasts the most relevant gun news. Scheduled broadcasts are aired on the site as well—watch spokespeople and anchors deliver NRA news right on your computer screen.

WomenHunters is designed by women for women. Many hunting categories are covered through articles written by the site’s contributors. Don’t be distracted by the site’s ugly design; the articles are well constructed and informative, communicating the raw enthusiasm their authors have for hunting.

The National Rifle Association hosts a Web site for female hunters and sponsors a program called “Women On Target,” designed to create more hunting and shooting opportunities for women. The program offers hunting and shooting instruction for women, and women-only hunts. Classes are offered in different states around the country; simply choose your state from the dropdown menu to find a list of shooting clinics with registration deadlines and contact information.

Women in the Outdoors is aimed at helping women find outdoor resources and adventures in their area. Visit the “Events” link to find interesting courses and outdoor activities—hunting excursions are often on the list. The “Cooking Wild” link offers some recipes for helping you put your trophy to use.

Buckmasters American Deer Foundation has a “Disabled Hunters” section with news, information, and links to lots of other resources. The “Adaptive Equipment” link is great for acquiring tools for hunters with specific needs.

The Alliance for Disabled Sportsmen Rights is a nonprofit dedicated to helping disabled individuals fight “discrimination in the woods.” Visit the site for updates on campaigns for disabled sportsmen’s rights in each state, and to keep abreast of changes in laws and regulations that apply to handicapped sportsmen.

Follow Me Outdoors is run by a passionate hunter who was paralyzed at the age of 17 but refuses to let his handicap prevent him from hunting. Visit the “Hunt Listings” link for an index of locations and outfits that cater to the disabled. The “Outdoor Recreation” link lists many other sports resources for physically challenged athletes.

The Pope and Young Club is one of North America’s primary bowhunting and conservation agencies. The Web site offers a comprehensive “Fair Chase” list of bowhunter ethics [https://www.pope-young.org/fairchase.asp] as well as lots of information on conservation efforts.

The Wildlife Conservation Society promotes education, international conservation, and management of the world’s largest wildlife parks. Become a member for a tax deductible fee of $75 per household to support more than 300 conservation projects around the world and receive Wildlife Conservation Magazine, discounts at zoos, and many other perks.

The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies considers the involvement of sportsmen essential in accomplishing its goals for conservation of animals all over the country. There is a link under “Where We Work” to each state’s wildlife Web site, which helps you stay educated on the conditions of your state and those that you hope to visit.

World Wildlife Fund protects endangered species and assists in other worldwide conservation efforts. Read up on what species of animals are most at risk and visit the “Get Involved” link to find out what you can do to help the organization.

The National Rifle Association has a Hunter Services page that contains information on wildlife conservation efforts. Its ECHO program—which stands for Environment, Conservation and Hunting Outreach—encourages a healthy relationship between these three elements. Scroll down to the “How to Make Things Happen” section to see how the NRA can help you support an environmental project you are passionate about.

The National Wild Turkey Federation is dedicated to the conservation of wild turkey so that hunters can continue practicing their sport. The Web site offers valuable information on the hunting practice; visit the “For Hunters” link for advice on hunting wild turkeys.