--- title: The Mossberg Journal (32) description: "Official blog from O.F. Mossberg & Sons: shotguns and rifles for hunting, sport shooting, home defense, tactical and law enforcement. Leader in firearms innovation since 1919. 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You’re contending with pressured birds, the weather, maybe an early-morning boat race, and every hunter in the marsh high-balling (and a few sky-busting) any flock in sight. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202022-04-24%20at%2023.22.35.png?width=796&name=Screen%20Shot%202022-04-24%20at%2023.22.35.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/dare-to-take-on-the-whitetail-challenge) [Videos](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/videos) ## [Dare to Take on the Whitetail Challenge?](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/dare-to-take-on-the-whitetail-challenge) It's time to take the whitetail challenge! Find out how skilled of a hunter you are and how much knowledge you possess in survival skills! 1 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202022-04-25%20at%2004.24.44.png?width=796&name=Screen%20Shot%202022-04-25%20at%2004.24.44.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/noir-episode-3-discipline) [Videos](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/videos) ## [NOIR Episode 3: Discipline](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/noir-episode-3-discipline) Talent can bring you success, but discipline is what propels stars to greatness. In this episode of NOIR, Colion Noir goes beyond the training with athletes. 1 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/bobcatfeat.png?width=796&name=bobcatfeat.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/predator-hunting-guns) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Predator Hunting and the Ultimate Predator Gun](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/predator-hunting-guns) If you were looking for a one-size-fits-all solution for all your predator hunting needs, you’re out of luck. That’s because the ultimate predator gun is largely dependent on what part of the country you are calling predators. 5 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled-1-Apr-25-2022-03-12-47-97-AM.png?width=796&name=Untitled-1-Apr-25-2022-03-12-47-97-AM.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/shotgun-sling-techniques-transcript) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [Shotgun Sling Techniques Transcript](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/shotgun-sling-techniques-transcript) Hi, my name is Jeremy Stafford. I'm a police officer, a police firearms instructor and I'm a US combat veteran. We're going to talk about slinging techniques. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ducks-at-BlueBank-2-1%20copy.jpeg?width=796&name=Ducks-at-BlueBank-2-1%20copy.jpeg)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/duck-hunting-states-for-mallard-maniacs) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Top 5 Duck Hunting States for Mallard Maniacs](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/duck-hunting-states-for-mallard-maniacs) I’ll save the clichés of locked wings and feet down and get right to it. These are the 5 best states to snag a strap full of mallards. 4 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/scopefeat.png?width=796&name=scopefeat.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/rifle-hunting-7-ways-to-get-tuned-up) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Rifle Hunting: 7 Ways to Get Tuned Up](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/rifle-hunting-7-ways-to-get-tuned-up) Don't get caught unprepared for hunting season. Get your gun tuned up for rifle hunting this season with these 7 easy tips. 5 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/04-prairiedogs-web-2-1.png?width=796&name=04-prairiedogs-web-2-1.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/nine-mule-deer-hunting-tips) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [9 Mule Deer Hunting Tips: From Field to Table](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/nine-mule-deer-hunting-tips) Any experienced Western hunter will tell you a mule deer hunt can be one of the most enjoyable fall pursuits to be had. 7 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/fall%20turkey%20hunting%20copy.jpeg?width=796&name=fall%20turkey%20hunting%20copy.jpeg)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/fall-turkey-hunting-tips-for-beginners) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Fall Turkey Hunting Tips for Beginners](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/fall-turkey-hunting-tips-for-beginners) While I hardly consider myself an expert turkey hunter, I do give it my all. I’m like the kid who always gets the honorable mention ribbons. 6 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/coyotefeat-1.png?width=796&name=coyotefeat-1.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/coyote-calling-for-fall-hunting) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [Coyote Calling for Fall Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/coyote-calling-for-fall-hunting) Coyote calling in the fall may be one of the most overlooked options of the year. This month, we’ll take a look at some coyote calling tips for hunting the Fall season. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-Gift%20Ideas%20for%20Whitetail%20Hunters.png?width=796&name=moss-Gift%20Ideas%20for%20Whitetail%20Hunters.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/gift-ideas-for-whitetail-hunters) [Product](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/product) ## [Gift Ideas for Whitetail Hunters](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/gift-ideas-for-whitetail-hunters) When buying a gift for Whitetail hunters the good news is that Whitetail hunting is a 365 day obsession for those who are into it. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled-1-Apr-03-2022-10-59-25-84-PM.png?width=796&name=Untitled-1-Apr-03-2022-10-59-25-84-PM.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-to-buy-for-someone-who-loves-tactical-shooting) [Security](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/security) ## [What to Buy for Someone Who Loves Tactical Shooting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-to-buy-for-someone-who-loves-tactical-shooting) With credentials hard-earned over decades of military and law enforcement use, Mossberg tactical firearms and accessories make the perfect gifts. 5 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled-1-Apr-04-2022-03-58-22-29-AM.png?width=796&name=Untitled-1-Apr-04-2022-03-58-22-29-AM.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-to-buy-for-someone-who-loves-turkey-hunting) [Product](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/product) ## [What to Buy for Someone Who Loves Turkey Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-to-buy-for-someone-who-loves-turkey-hunting) Check out our gift ideas specifically scouted to will help your turkey hunter bring the big ones home! 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/rifle-fit-for-first-time-women-hunters.png?width=796&name=rifle-fit-for-first-time-women-hunters.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-to-buy-for-women-who-love-hunting-and-shooting) [Product](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/product) ## [What to Buy for Women Who Love Hunting and Shooting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-to-buy-for-women-who-love-hunting-and-shooting) Getting the perfect gift for the woman hunter or shooting enthusiast in your life can be hard task. With so many options out there, here are a few to get you started. 5 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-ducks%20and%20guns%20copy.png?width=796&name=moss-ducks%20and%20guns%20copy.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/duck-hunting-tips-for-pre-season) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [Duck Hunting Tips for Pre-Season](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/duck-hunting-tips-for-pre-season) The hardest workers in this sport are the ones who have more success season after season. Here are some duck hunting tips to get you started. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/womens-rifle-shooting-steel-targets%20copy.jpeg?width=796&name=womens-rifle-shooting-steel-targets%20copy.jpeg)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/introducing-female-hunters-to-shooting) [Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/hunting) ## [8 Tips for Introducing Female Hunters to Shooting Sports](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/introducing-female-hunters-to-shooting) Whether you’re introducing a spouse, friend, sibling or relative to shooting sports, here are 8 great tips for introducing female hunters to shooting. 8 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Bird-Preparation2-2%20copy.jpeg?width=796&name=Bird-Preparation2-2%20copy.jpeg)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/grouse-hunting-confessions) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [Grouse Hunting Confessions](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/grouse-hunting-confessions) Grouse hunting can be a guilty pleasure if you love it as much as Mossberg contributing writer, Kirstie Pike. Find out why here! 6 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Long%20Range%20Shooting%20Tips%20in%20a%20Nutshell-new.png?width=796&name=Long%20Range%20Shooting%20Tips%20in%20a%20Nutshell-new.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/long-range-shooting-tips-in-a-nutshell) [Security](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/security) ## [Long-Range Shooting Tips in a Nutshell](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/long-range-shooting-tips-in-a-nutshell) Long range shooting tips for the new shooter and even the veteran who wants to focus on the fundamentals. 4 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/04-muledeer-1.png?width=796&name=04-muledeer-1.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/deer-scent) [Videos](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/videos) ## [Deer Scent Overload: How Much Deer Scent Is Enough?](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/deer-scent) How much deer scent should a hunter use in the woods? 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