--- title: The Mossberg Journal | How-To's (3) description: "How-To's | 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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Here's two types of duck calls every beginner should own. 6 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/View-Target-in-Scope-Mossberg-1.png?width=796&name=View-Target-in-Scope-Mossberg-1.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/how-to-choose-the-right-scope) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [The Nuts and Bolts of Rifle Scopes: How to Choose the Right Scope](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/how-to-choose-the-right-scope) There is a scope for everything under the sun. Learn more about rifle scopes and how to make the best informed decision possible. 4 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-tactical%20stance.png?width=796&name=moss-tactical%20stance.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/shotgun-stance) [Videos](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/videos) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) [Security](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/security) ## [Tactical Tip: Shotgun Stance](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/shotgun-stance) Watch as Jeremy Stafford takes us through the importance of a proper shotgun stance and how to achieve it using a Mossberg 590. 1 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/How-to-Choose-the-Right-Riflescope-Mossberg-2%20copy.jpeg?width=796&name=How-to-Choose-the-Right-Riflescope-Mossberg-2%20copy.jpeg)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/hearing-protection) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [Hearing Protection: Use It or Lose It](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/hearing-protection) Mossberg has implemented a solid campaign to promote the safe use and handling of your firearm while in the woods, on the range, or in the home. But one often overlooked element of Arm Yourself is the risk of hearing loss. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TAr5ieGcSVeYNr6ucdPqmg-2.png?width=796&name=TAr5ieGcSVeYNr6ucdPqmg-2.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/optimal-glassing-techniques) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [Optimal Glassing Techniques](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/optimal-glassing-techniques) If you don’t practice good glassing techniques, that glass doesn’t really mean a lot. Here are a few down and dirty tips to maximize your efforts. 2 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/holding-coyote-1-2.png?width=796&name=holding-coyote-1-2.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/summertime-coyotes) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [Calling Summertime Coyotes](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/summertime-coyotes) Summer can be some of the toughest times to chase coyotes. Despite what you may have heard, calling summertime coyotes can be very productive. Here’s a look at the four factors to consider when hunting. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-turkey-2.png?width=796&name=moss-turkey-2.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/locating-turkeys-with-shock-calls) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [How To Use Owl And Crow Calls For Turkey Hunting](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/locating-turkeys-with-shock-calls) Locating turkeys with shock calls is proven. Crow calls, hoot owl calls work for locating turkeys. Proven tips on using locator calls from veteran hunters. 1 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-shooting%20and%20hearing%20loss.png?width=796&name=moss-shooting%20and%20hearing%20loss.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/shooting-and-hearing-loss) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [Shooting and Hearing Loss](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/shooting-and-hearing-loss) While I may use hearing protection at the range or sighting in my rifle, I am very inconsistent when using protection out in the field and lately, I've noticed my hearing not being quite what it used to be. 2 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled-1-Apr-25-2022-01-55-28-98-AM.png?width=796&name=Untitled-1-Apr-25-2022-01-55-28-98-AM.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-to-pack-in-your-emergency-scouting-kit) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [What to Pack in Your Emergency Scouting Kit](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-to-pack-in-your-emergency-scouting-kit) Hitting the backcountry with some glass is a great way to pass the time until the season opener. That said, caution should be taken any time you hit the remote reaches of the wilderness.  2 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-habitat%20improvements%20you%20should%20make%20feat.png?width=796&name=moss-habitat%20improvements%20you%20should%20make%20feat.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/deer-habitat-improvements-you-should-make) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [Deer Habitat Improvements You Should Make](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/deer-habitat-improvements-you-should-make) Are you looking to make some habitat improvements on the properties you hunt this year? There are a number of chores that’ll benefit the property you’re hunting, but below we’ll shine light on a handful. 2 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-food%20plot-3.png?width=796&name=moss-food%20plot-3.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/how-to-take-a-soil-sample-for-food-plots) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [How to Take a Soil Sample for Food Plots](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/how-to-take-a-soil-sample-for-food-plots) Food plots for deer hunting continue to be a growing trend for hunters across the country each season. But many hunters fail to take a soil sample prior to planting their food plots. 2 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-sheds%20in%20snow-1.png?width=796&name=moss-sheds%20in%20snow-1.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/how-to-find-more-shed-antlers-on-the-properties-you-hunt) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [How to Find More Shed Antlers on the Properties You Hunt](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/how-to-find-more-shed-antlers-on-the-properties-you-hunt) Finding deer antler sheds isn’t easy. There is a method to the madness. Here's how to find more shed antlers on the properties you hunt this season. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-new%20duck%20hunting%20areas.png?width=796&name=moss-new%20duck%20hunting%20areas.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tips-to-choosing-new-duck-hunting-areas) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [Tips To Choosing New Duck Hunting Areas](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tips-to-choosing-new-duck-hunting-areas) One can waste a lot of time and effort in areas that don’t sustain reasonable hunting. Here are a few tips to finding new locations and determining their hunting worth! 2 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/case-Mossberg.png?width=796&name=case-Mossberg.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-you-need-to-know-before-traveling-with-a-gun) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [What You Need to Know Before Traveling with a Gun](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-you-need-to-know-before-traveling-with-a-gun) Learn of the rules and regulations for traveling with a gun and the importance of protecting it with a sturdy, high-quality case. 7 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/moss-sheds%20in%20snow-1.png?width=796&name=moss-sheds%20in%20snow-1.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/the-down-and-dirty-of-shed-hunting-11-tips-for-success) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [The Down and Dirty of Shed Hunting: 11 Tips for Success](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/the-down-and-dirty-of-shed-hunting-11-tips-for-success) The off-season brings forth a great opportunity to go shed hunting as an outdoor activity. These 11 tips will help shed hunters find deer or elk antlers. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202022-04-03%20at%2023.38.46.png?width=796&name=Screen%20Shot%202022-04-03%20at%2023.38.46.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mossberg-500-590-series-shotguns-gun-part-nomenclature) [Videos](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/videos) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) [Security](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/security) ## [Mossberg 500 / 590 Series Shotguns – Gun Part Nomenclature](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mossberg-500-590-series-shotguns-gun-part-nomenclature) In this video, Jeremy Stafford walks us through the common gun part nomenclature associated with the Mossberg 500 / 590 series pump-action shotgun. 1 minute read [![Jeremy Stafford with a Mossberg 500 / 590 series pump-action shotgun.](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024-08-05_08-59-56.jpg?width=796&name=2024-08-05_08-59-56.jpg)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mossberg-500-590-series-shotguns-loading-and-unloading) [Videos](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/videos) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) [Security](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/security) ## [Mossberg 500 / 590 Series Shotguns – Loading and Unloading](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/mossberg-500-590-series-shotguns-loading-and-unloading) This one is perfect for new gun owners! In this video, Jeremy Stafford walks us through how to safely load and unload a Mossberg 500 / 590 series pump-action shotgun. 1 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/fall%20turkey%20hunting.png?width=796&name=fall%20turkey%20hunting.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/turkey-calling-mastering-the-cluck) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [Turkey Calling: Mastering the Cluck](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/turkey-calling-mastering-the-cluck) The turkey hunting world is full of turkey calling tips, but few are as misunderstood as the cluck; be sure and pay attention to context! 1 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/xmWcGrwQTkOS3XSw3TY3tA-2%20copy.png?width=796&name=xmWcGrwQTkOS3XSw3TY3tA-2%20copy.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-to-consider-when-purchasing-your-first-shotgun) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [What to Consider When Purchasing Your First Shotgun](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/what-to-consider-when-purchasing-your-first-shotgun) If you are new to the shotgun buying experience, here are a few tips to help guide you through the process and purchase shotgun that is just for you. 3 minute read [![](https://resources.mossberg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mule-Deer-Hunting-Family.png?width=796&name=Mule-Deer-Hunting-Family.png)](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/quick-tips-to-field-judge-your-mule-deer) [How-To's](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos) ## [Quick Tips To Field Judge Your Mule Deer](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/quick-tips-to-field-judge-your-mule-deer) Some quick tips on how to determine if the mule deer you're watching is the animal you wish to harvest this year 3 minute read [First](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos/page/1) [Prev](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos/page/2) [1](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal) [2](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos/page/2) [3](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos/page/3) [4](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos/page/4) [5](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos/page/5) [Next](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos/page/4) [Last](https://resources.mossberg.com/journal/tag/how-tos/page/6) [Sign Up for Mossberg News and Updates](https://resources.mossberg.com/join) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/MossbergCorp) [Twitter](https://www.x.com/mossberghunting) [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/user/mossbergofficialsite) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mossberghunting) #### [Firearms](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms.html) - [Handguns](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms/handguns.html) - [Shotguns](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms/shotguns.html) - [Rifles](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms/rifles.html) - [Other](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms/others.html) #### [Store](https://www.mossberg.com/store.html) - [Parts](https://www.mossberg.com/parts.html) - [Shop By Schematic](https://www.mossberg.com/schematics/) - [Apparel](https://www.mossberg.com/apparel.html) - [Accessories](https://www.mossberg.com/gear.html) #### [Support](https://www.mossberg.com/help) - [FAQ](https://www.mossberg.com/support/faqs) - [Contact us](https://www.mossberg.com/contact-us) - [Firearms Service Request](https://www.mossberg.com/service/request/index) - [Warranty Registration](https://www.mossberg.com/support/warranty-registration) - [Vintage Models](https://www.mossberg.com/support/vintage-models.html) - [Owner's Manuals](https://www.mossberg.com/support/owners-manuals) - [Recalls](https://www.mossberg.com/support/recalls) - [Privacy Center](https://www.mossberg.com/privacy-center) #### [Military/Law Enforcement](https://lawenforcement.mossberg.com/) - [Product](https://www.mossberg.com/firearms/military-le.html) - [Agency T&E](https://www.mossberg.com/law-enforcement/firearm-testing-evaluation) - [Distributors](https://www.mossberg.com/law-enforcement/distributors/) - [Service & Support](https://www.mossberg.com/law-enforcement/le-service-support) - [Armorer Training](https://www.mossberg.com/law-enforcement/armorer-training) #### Corporate - [About](https://www.mossberg.com/corporate/about) - [Careers](https://www.mossberg.com/corporate/careers) - [Safety](https://www.mossberg.com/corporate/safety) - [Press Releases](https://www.mossberg.com/corporate/press-releases) - [Media Kit](https://mossberg.app.box.com/s/gnjcxzwo3tws3dovf7cii4xzu52tbu2i) - [International](https://www.mossberg.com/corporate/international) O.F. 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