September - October 2026
From the summit of Mount Everest with Frank Fumich to an exclusive conversation with UFC legend Dan “Hendo” Henderson, this issue is built around the pursuit of what’s possible. Along the way, we explore the season’s best archery gear, sharpen our skills at a long-range shooting academy, chase wild trout through the storied waters of Taos, New Mexico, examine the evolution of the rifle-crossbow crossover, and uncover the stories shaping the modern outdoorsman.
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Celebrities
Dan Henderson Interview: UFC, Olympic Wrestling & Elk Hunting
From two Olympic Games to some of MMA’s biggest fights, Dan Henderson has spent his life competing. In an exclusive interview with Hook & Barrel, elk hunter Hendo reckons now is the time to give back.
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Fitness
Frank Fumich Summits Mount Everest to Complete the Explorers Grand Slam
After decades of extreme endurance challenges, Frank Fumich had one mountain left to climb. His Mount Everest summit completed the Explorers Grand Slam and nearly cost him his life.
Gear
9 New Hunting Gear Picks for Fall 2026
From treestands and blinds to trail cameras, archery equipment and shooting accessories, these nine hunting gear picks caught our attention for fall 2026.
Trophy Room
Jessica Taylor Byers: Bowhunting, Elk & Mentoring Women
Jessica Taylor Byers talks bowhunting elk, missing a bull at five yards, training for an Alaska mountain goat hunt, joining Montana Knife Company, and mentoring women in the outdoors.
Shooting
What I Learned at Bergara Academy’s Long-Range Shooting School
About 22 miles east-southeast of Great Falls, Montana, the small town of Belt serves as the jumping-off point for Bergara Academy’s Long-Range Shooting School. From Belt, the lodge and range sit another six miles beyond the pavement, surrounded by the kind of Montana scenery that can make first-time visitors temporarily forget why they came. Students […]
Gear
Gear We Used Fly Fishing New Mexico’s Rio Grande Gorge
A 700-foot descent into New Mexico’s Rio Grande Gorge gave us a real-world look at fishing and outdoor gear from SITKA, Dometic, BOGS, onWater, COAST, Tactacam and Humble Brands.