Hi everyone, here in central Minnesota our slug/shotgun deer hunting zone will be opened up to rifles next year (2026). I have a suppressed .308 that I would like to use, does anyone have recommendations or experience with a good deer hunting ammo? I have not used this gun for hunting anything yet. I Googled searched some recommendations such as Winchester Deer Season XP 150 gr but was hoping for some real world recommendations. Most likely shots will be 200 yards max and realistically...

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I am looking at purchasing a thermal for an immediate want to hunt those sound dogs all around me, but also for the potential for other creatures of the night. Anyone have recommendations on what they like, love, or avoid at all costs? I am planning to mount it on a CZ 550 in 270 for now. Any feedback would be appreciated.

The USA has labelled both Canada and the EU as threats to their "National Security" in order to justify new duties declared by their military Commander-in-Chief on the international trade of steel and aluminum. So I suggest that USA made products such as firearms and ammunition should be sold exclusively within the USA so Canada and Europe can help our esteemed neighbour defend themselves and improve their national security. Sadly, I have come to the conclusion that Canadians and Europeans...

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Dear AH members;
I am not afraid of poisonous snakes. Nevertheless, I am interested in how often (poisonous) snakes have been seen during safaris in Africa. To make this thread meaningful, I would appreciate your feedback on the number of snake sightings (if possible, name the species) in relation to the duration (number of hunting days) of your hunts. However, I also find it interesting to know that, for example, no snakes were seen during yout hunts (please...

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One of my fav foods from traveling in UK, Africa, etc are the savory meat pies and Cornish pasties. Are any of you ordering these online and shipping to yourselves in the USA? Which brands are the best? Have you found any in our restaurants that are good? I need to learn how to make them.