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“We’re on a Bull, Buddy!”: Seven Days Chasing Alberta Elk

Hunting Stories

This is the story of an elk hunt in Alberta that Aidan Balignasay found and booked on BookYourHunt.com, told in his own words.

Hunting in Newfoundland and Labrador: What you need to know

BookYourHunt / Hunting Destinations

Newfoundland and Labrador presents an elemental sporting arena unlike anywhere else in North America.

The Ram in the White Coat: Dall Sheep and Dall Sheep Hunting

Game Animals

Dall sheep: a chalk-white mountain ruminant, no heavier than a large man, that has persuaded generations of hunters to fly into the Arctic in an airplane that looks assembled from lawn furniture, carry eighty pounds of everything they own on their backs, and spend four consecutive days in a tent listening to the wind explain who is really in charge. And then to pay for the privilege.

Hunting 101: Anatomy of a Hunting Boot

Hunting 101

The boots can make or break a hunt, keeping you comfortable, supported, and safe in the field – or not. Hunting boots come in many types, each suited for different environments and methods. Here’s your basic guide to what makes the hunting boot, what main types of hunting footwear exist, and how to select the right one for your next hunt.

The Vampire Deer: Chinese Water Deer and Chinese Water Deer Hunting

Game Animals / Hunting Tips and Techniques

Learn where and how to hunt Chinese water deer in England, including the best season, stalking tactics, trophy judging, biology, and conservation.

All said and done: What’s the bottom line for an average South African hunt?

Hunting 101 / Africa / BookYourHunt

Trying to figure out how much your first South African hunting safari may cost? This blog outlines a complete budget with realistic expectations for 2026

Hunting in Romania: What You Need to Know

Europe / Hunting Destinations

Romania is one of Europe’s great old hunting countries, with Carpathian red stags, wild boar drives, mountain chamois, roe deer, waterfowl, and serious rules for visiting hunters.

The Quintessential Goat: Himalayan Tahr and Its Hunting

Game Animals

Learn where Himalayan tahr can be hunted, why New Zealand is the main destination, when to go, and how to prepare for a tahr hunt.

Hunting 101: Rifle Bipod – a Must-Have or a Useless Gadget?

Hunting 101

Should you put a bipod on your hunting rifle? Learn when a bipod helps, when it gets in the way, and what beginners should know before buying one.

Hunting in Australia: What you need to know

Hunting Destinations

Australia is a whole continent of adventures, each with its own rhythm, regulations, terrain, and species, offering some of the most distinctive hunting experiences in the world.

The Big Cat That Is So Hard To See: Puma and Puma Hunting

Hunting 101 / Game Animals

Mountain lion hunting guide: where to hunt puma, best seasons, hunt methods, difficulty, and what to know before booking a cougar hunt.

Hunter using a spotting scope on a tripod in open mountain country

Hunting 101: Your First Spotting Scope

Hunting 101

A spotting scope can be one of the most useful optics in hunting — or a purchase you’ll regret. Here’s how to decide whether you need a spotter, what size makes sense, and how to choose your first setup without wasting money.