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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Fitness
Mindset for Victory: Turn Setbacks Into Success
Real strength isn’t just about how far you can push, it’s about knowing when to stop, and having the humility to own the difference.

Fitness
Burn Fat With Eric McCormack’s Zone Fitness Training Guide
This Zone Training guide will teach you how heart rate zones boost fat loss, fitness, and endurance.

Lifestyle
H&B Editor’s 2026 New Year’s Message
Editor’s 2026 New Year’s Message from Hook & Barrel Magazine on self-awareness, inner peace and growth.

Shooting
Beretta: Celebrating 500 Years of Tradition and Innovation
A behind-the-scenes interview with Franco Gussalli Beretta and his son Carlo Gussalli Beretta.

Food & Drink
Homestead Moose Pot Roast: Old School Settler Recipe
A moose pot roast cooked in a cast iron Dutch oven was a staple of American settlers’ diets. And it’s just as good today.