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Harvest Hosts is an affordable way to travel the country via RV, and the membership program is only getting started.
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- Today’s Best Gun Sales: Sightmark, Ruger, Walther, And More
Every two weeks, we scour the web for the best gun sales from our INSIDER brands. Check out our picks below.
- Phil Robertson: The Duck Commander Commandeth
Hook & Barrel talks with the legendary Phil Robertson of Duck Commander fame.
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- Neil Kamimura Makes Mindful Knives
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- How To Smoke Ice For Holiday Cocktails
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Purchase a Walther PDP handgun, and you're eligible to receive 100 rounds of Sierra ammo...on the house.
- Taurus 917C Reintroduced To The U.S. Market
The Taurus 917C brings a traditional vibe and an 18-round capacity to the United States.
- Hunting Gear On Sale: DECKED, Archery Gear, Sitka, And More
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- Jason Aldean Drops “Whiskey Drink” — New Album Releases Nov. 3rd
The new single follows Jason Aldean's 28th #1 hit "Try That in a Small Town." The album is available for pre-order now.
- Springfield Armory Releases New Hellcat Pro OSP Threaded Handgun
The Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro OSP Threaded, now available in Desert FDE, marries the performance of a larger handgun with top-tier concealability.
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The Pulsar Thermion 2 LRF XL50 Riflescope offers the highest level of thermal imaging ever from the brand.
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Cookbook author and outdoorswoman Jenn Danella heats it up in the kitchen and beyond.
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TV host and cookbook author Stacy Lyn Harris celebrates life's many treasures.
- Best Of The Best: International Skeet Champion Vincent Hancock
Triple gold medalist Vincent Hancock has few peers in the international skeet shooting world.
- Everything You Never Knew About Drury Outdoors
Hook & Barrel's Josh Honeycutt takes a deep dive into the interesting lives of Terry, Mark, Matt, and Taylor Drury of Drury Outdoors.
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The Montana-based MTNTOUGH fitness program gives us tips and tricks to stay hunting fit during the holiday season.
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This is a Christmas list like no other. Brought to you by the one and only Bad Santa.
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The Trident Mindset once again brings Hook & Barrel a lesson in the business of being a better human. Read on for their wisdom visualization.
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- DECKED Releases Latest Drawer Systems Based On Customer Feedback
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The Garmin Xero C1 Pro is a pocket-sized chronograph that tracks projectiles. It then delivers your data to the new Shotview app.
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- First Class Accuracy: Sig Sauer Elite Series Hunting Ammo
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Writer Darren Lesorte tested the Thompson Center Compass II 6.5 Creedmoor extensively on a trip to Africa.
- ‘WildCheff’ Denny Corriveau Plays With His Food
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- REVIEW: Benelli’s Performance Shop SBE3 Turkey Shotgun Gets It Done
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When the perfect shot placement counts, the SIG Sierra SIERRA6BDX 5-30X56mm will deliver.
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Gun owners need to be vigilant about marijuana use and understanding the law.
- Hannah Barron Noodles With The Best Of ‘Em
Viral noodler Hannah Barron shares her journey with Hook & Barrel in this interview.
- Exceptional Every Day Carry: Kimber Micro 9 Rapide Pistol Review
The Kimber Micro 9 Rapide Pistol makes our list of favorite every day carries, both in size and shootability.
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The latest pistol in the GX4 series takes aim at those looking to concealed carry, and the Taurus GX4 Carry offers a step above the micro-compact GX4 Standard offering.
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Former Marine Shannon Ihrke takes the word "multifaceted" to new heights.
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Hook & Barrel's Jason Kostal reviews the Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical shotgun. He recommends it for anyone looking for an all-around shotgun to keep at home.
- Lainey Wilson: Raised on Faith, Family and the Outdoors
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To protect the state’s wild animals and wild places, Lone Star Law’s Texas Game Warden Randolph McGee puts dealing with people first.
- Riley Green Is At Home in Alabama’s Black Belt
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- Magpul’s DAKA Grid Organizer Offers Unique Gun Storage Solution
Gun storage can be a bear. Magpul's DAKA Grid Organizer puts "function" back into the process.
- George Strait’s Código Tequila Makes A Perfect Texas Nightcap
We reviewed George Strait's Código Tequila and dropped a few drink recipes to match.
- Brent Cobb’s “Southern Star” Is A Meditation On Homebound Devotion
Musician Brent Cobb's "Southern Star" folds serendipity into storytelling. We interviewed him about his evolution and the stories behind the new album.
- ‘Hunter’s Quick Stick’ Makes Cleaning Shotguns Easy
The Hunters Quick Stick is a two-in-one cleaning kit with an added shell magnet. It’s lightweight and compact, allowing you to take it with you anywhere.
- Laura Zerra Is Rarely Naked And Afraid
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- Parker McCollum Is A Gold Chain Cowboy
Parker McCollum is riding high as a rising country music star. And his star-powered image reflects the original one quite nicely.
- ‘Bone Collector’ Michael Waddell: A Family Man Above All
Hook & Barrel's John Radzwilla spent a few days with 'Bone Collector' Michael Waddell. Spoiler alert: he's even cooler in person.
- First-Rate Turkey Slayer: Mossberg 940 PRO Turkey Shotgun Review
The Mossberg 940 PRO Turkey Shotgun is one heckuva gobble-busting machine.
- Richard Rawlings’ Winding Road Trip Building ‘Gas Monkey Garage’
There have been bumps in the road, burn outs, and good years, but the one consistent driving factor of the Gas Monkey Garage empire is the man in the driver’s seat-Richard Rawlings. We profiled him for the whole scoop.
- RECIPE: Wild Duck Gumbo, Phil Robertson-Style
If you’re making duck gumbo, we suggest leaning on the Duck Commander himself for the recipe. Phil Robertson, the Duck …
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- A 10MM Auto With Versatility: FN 510 Tactical Review
Hook & Barrel's Brian McCombie reviews the new FN 510 Tactical. Its versatility goes far beyond that of your typical 10mm auto.
- College Bass Fishing Teams Are Calling On Young Anglers
College students are choosing schools based on their ability to fish for bass. And others are choosing to skip college and start at the pro level.
- Pamela Dance Focuses On Family And The Outdoors, And It Shows
Pamela Dance has a front-row seat to her father Bill Dance’s soaring success. And it led to an adventurous life filled with kids, the outdoors, and her family.
- 14 Things To Know About The Iconic Bass Pro Shop in Springfield, Missouri
The largest Bass Pro Shop Outdoor World in existence is in Springfield Missouri, and it's the grandaddy of them all.
- Comfortable, Easy to Shoot: SAR P8S 9MM Pistol Review
The SAR P8S 9MM Pistol is designed for comfort while shooting, and it shows.
- Heidi Hoback Fishes More Than You Do
The saltwater angler Heidi Hoback has hundreds of thousands of followers, and she has entrepreneurial goals to match.
- Scouting for Whitetail Deer? Use These 7 Tips To Bag a Big Buck
Scouting for whitetail deer doesn't have to be a mystery. Use our 7 tips to better your strategy for hunting big deer this fall.
- Springfield Armory Offers Free Mags, Bag with “Gear Up” Promo
Buy one of four specified firearms, and you'll receive three additional magazines and a dual pistol bag — thanks to the "Gear Up" promotion.
- Taurus Drops the Dual-Caliber “Judge Home Defender” And It’s Impressive
Taurus' Judge Home Defender is a firearm of its own (dual) caliber, designed exclusively with home defense in mind.
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