Utah Delegation Uses Unprecedented Tactic to Go After National Monument Plan
Utah legislators, led by Sen. Mike Lee, have filed a joint resolution under the Congressional Review Act to overturn the 2025 Resource Management Plan for the 1.9 million‑acre Grand Staircase‑Escalante National Monument. This marks the first time the CRA—a tool traditionally used to repeal agency rules—has been aimed at a national monument management plan. The resolution, if passed, would nullify the Biden administration’s plan that preserves grazing, hunting and mixed‑use recreation. Environmental groups warn the move could open the monument to drilling and spark extensive litigation.
Ep. 34: Spike Camp - How To Involve Your Family in the Hunting Process
Episode 34 of the In Pursuit MeatEater podcast, hosted by Rich Froning and the Mayhem Hunt crew, explores how hunters can involve their families in the outdoor experience. The hosts share personal anecdotes about bringing kids along, using tools like crossbows,...
Ep. 438: Render - Turkey Girl on the Sorority Lawn
The Bear Grease Render episode 438 spotlights sophomore Holly Newkirk’s first solo turkey hunt, where she harvested a gobbler and staged a photo‑op on her sorority lawn. The conversation expands to hunting safety lessons that emerged from the experience, while the...
You Don’t Need a Turkey Shotgun to Kill a Spring Tom
Lightweight turkey shotguns equipped with pistol grips, short barrels and red‑dot sights have become popular, but optics do not change pellet patterns. Hunters must balance choke selection and load choice to achieve a forgiving pattern that tolerates shooter error. Heavy...
Truck Upgrades for the Field: Suspension
Upgrading a pickup’s suspension delivers the most noticeable on‑road improvement, especially on washboard or pothole‑ridden routes. The author chose the FOX 2.5 coilover leveling kit from BDS for a Silverado 1500, seeking a modest front lift, better ride quality, and...
Hunting Lions with Mules and Hounds in the High Desert
In early December 2025, author rode a white mule, Snowy River, for 80 miles across Southwest Utah’s rugged desert while hunting mountain lions with renowned dry‑ground hounds and mule trainer Ty Evans. The Mecham father‑son team showcased the challenges of...
Mules and Hounds | Hunting Lions with Legends
MeatEater, a media brand for hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts, emphasizes authentic storytelling, expert advice, and premium gear. The platform combines video, podcasts, and written content to foster a deeper connection with nature. Its conservation focus underpins product recommendations and...
Department Of Interior Erodes More Protections In Alaska
The U.S. Department of the Interior announced the partial revocation of Public Land Orders 5150 and 5180, opening up to 2.1 million acres in Alaska’s Dalton Utility Corridor for state ownership. The move clears the way for mining projects, the proposed...
Ep. 1017: Foundations - The Never Ending Quest for New Deer Ground
Tony Peterson’s Wired to Hunt Foundations podcast warns hunters that relying on a single property is risky as land ownership, regulations, and neighboring land use can change without notice. He illustrates the issue with personal anecdotes of family farms shrinking...
Ep. 31: Shane Wallen - How to Specify Training for Your Sport
In episode 31 of the In Pursuit podcast, former professional strength coach Shane Wallen discusses how to design sport‑specific training programs, drawing on his experience with MLB and NFL teams. He emphasizes a needs‑analysis approach that aligns biomotor demands, off‑season length,...
City-Dwelling Red Foxes Face Endless Challenges
UW‑Madison researchers released eight GPS‑collared red foxes in Madison suburbs to test urban translocation. The animals quickly dispersed up to 53 miles, and only one was confirmed alive weeks later. Three were killed on roads, one was shot at an...