The Mossberg Journal

What defines a good hunting buddy? Public land hunting or private land hunting: Hunting is always better with a buddy. We asked several hunters across the US to define a good hunting buddy. The answers are hilarious and, well, raw at the same time.

Whether you like Tethrd Saddles, Trophyline Saddles, or Latitude Saddle Systems, or any other type of saddles for deer hunting, there's no question many hunters are moving to a saddle stand for deer hunting.

Ever wondered how a pump-action shotgun actually works? This in-depth 3D animation covers the internal operation of all moving parts during the firing sequence of Mossberg 500 and 590 pump-action shotguns.

Proper pistol grip is fundamental to accurate shooting and safe firearm handling. The grip serves as the primary interface between shooter and weapon, directly affecting control, accuracy, and follow-up shot capability.

A red dot optic transforms a tactical shotgun from a close-range weapon into a versatile, precision tool suitable for various scenarios.

Learn essential techniques to draw a handgun safely and fast. Master grip, stance, and smooth draw stroke. Avoid common mistakes. Train effectively.

The push-pull technique is an effective method for managing shotgun recoil by creating opposing forces that help stabilize the gun and reduce felt recoil.

Aging a whitetail buck requires examining several key physical characteristics, as precise age determination is challenging without jawbone analysis.

Join Kirstie Pike on an unforgettable solo hunt for a stunning cinnamon bear. From preseason scouting to a heart-pounding encounter, discover the lessons, challenges, and triumphs behind one of her most meaningful hunts yet

In this episode, we guide new hunters through the crucial process of selecting a turkey choke for their turkey gun.

An epic five-day spring turkey hunt full of early mornings, close calls, hard lessons, and a final lucky shot that made all the effort worthwhile.

When late season arrives, turkeys have seen it all-calls, decoys, and hunters. They've become educated and wary, requiring a shift in hunting tactics. Here's how to find success when the pressure is on.

We go over the most popular pot call surfaces—slate, aluminum, glass, and crystal—and explain why our go-to is a crystal over aluminum combo. We also demo two different strikers (walnut and purpleheart) to show how sound changes depending on the material.

Late Season Turkey Hunting Is ... TOUGH. The foliage is thick, and the bulk of the gobbling is over. Cody with the Just Hunt Club team displays a huge amount of patience in working with a shy bird.

Sometimes turkey hunting is far from what you seen in slick edits on run & gun spring strategies.

Ever wonder how your turkey calls actually sound to a gobbler in the woods? In this video, we take a practical look at how pot calls and mouth calls sound at 25, 50, 75, and 100 yards

We pulled off a textbook move on a big mountain gobbler. From early locator calls and strategic positioning to resisting the urge to call too early, this hunt was all about patience, terrain, and timing.

In the world of turkey hunting so much emphasis is placed on how to call turkeys. But, there's no denying that no hunter can call a turkey to a place he simply doesn't want to go.

In this episode of STARTUP, Country songwriter Jasper Charles, who is documenting his entrance to becoming a turkey hunter, goes into the kinds of gear he bought and what he regrets.

Pay close attention to the subtle parts of turkey posture and cadence. If you are new to turkey hunting, this is a great video for beginners.