January - February 2026
Non-apologetic musical innovator Zac Brown takes center stage, sharing his outdoor-centric life passions and Las Vegas Sphere action. Also featured are bare-knuckle fighter/hunting guide Chad Mendes, and an exclusive with Franco Gusalli Beretta and his son Carlo Gusalli as they kick off Beretta’s 500th anniversary. Plus: six new gun reviews, ice bar tour, wild game recipes and more!
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Music
Zac Brown: From Vegas Sphere to Georgia Deer
Exclusive interview with country music’s non-apologetic boundary pusher as he preps for ZBB’s Sphere shows.
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HEVI-Shot HEVI-Hitter Layered Waterfowl Shells: Ammo Review
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Q&A With West Virginia Mountain Mama Maddy Wasmer
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Beretta AX800 Suprema: First Look Shotgun Review
With the AX800 Suprema waterfowl shotgun, Beretta has truly raised the bar on what a waterfowl shotgun can be.
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NHL Legend Carey Price: On the Ice, On the Water, In the Field
This future HOF NHL goaltender is still making great saves after retirement!