Emily Kantner

Much like rifles and cartridges, hunting backpacks fit specific game, terrain, and hunting scenarios. Some options get the job done. Some make your experience enjoyable. Others can turn your hunt south in a hurry. Then there’s the minutiae, like how many pockets does it have? Can I access gear...

Hunting boots rank near the top of the necessary gear list. While there are places you can cut corners and save a few bucks, your footwear isn’t one of them. Whether you’re cresting the next ridge or braving the deer stand in sub-freezing temps, the right boots will keep you comfortable and warm in...

Release aids aren’t the flashiest archery accessories. But unless you’ve mastered shooting fingers, you’re going to need a reliable release to arrow any animal. Between hooks, calipers, triggers, wrist straps, and handhelds, you’ll find dozens of different combinations in the archery aisle. So while...

All recommendations are field-tested and vetted by MeatEater crew members and contributors. MeatEater may earn a commission when you purchase items through our links. Learn more. Unless you’re instinctively shooting stick and string, odds are you need a bow sight that helps you zero in on your...