The Hunting Essentials: A Beginner’s Checklist
The Steps and Gear for Hunting
New seasons in life may lead you to discover the joys of hunting season. Hunting is an experience and lifestyle unlike any other. It’s crucial to have the right gear for hunting in order for the best results and to keep everyone safe in the process. If you’re just getting started, below is a brief guide of the steps and gear you’ll need to get before heading out to the range.
Planning a Hiking Trip: What to Bring
Gearing Up for a Getaway
Springtime and summertime will be here before we know it, so now is the time for families, couples, and friends to start planning their hiking trips. Whether for a day trip or a long escape from everyday life, travelers need to buy and pack some hiking gear no matter where they wander. Let’s take a look at a quick guide of what to pack.
Creating the Perfect Outdoor Date
Loving the Outdoors with Your Loved One
A cold chill is in the air, which must mean Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. You might be looking for the perfect date spot—perhaps a nice restaurant and a few local joints to spend time with your partner. Well, you don’t have to search too far to find a great date location; just take a look out of your window! The outdoors are calling this Valentine’s Day. So, grab some outdoor gear and set up a game plan for the perfect outdoor date.
Off-Season Projects for an Outdoor Enthusiast
Staying Busy in the Off Months
When the off-season hits, it’s hard to find a hobby that’s as satisfying as hunting. You might find yourself watching hunting videos online or resorting to looking through a pair of binoculars in your backyard for anything that moves. Well, below are a few of our recommendations on how to spend your time as we prepare for the next hunting season.
Popularity and Joy of Hammock Camping
Experience New Heights in Camping
The joy of stargazing on a clear night. The comfort of swinging between two trees no matter the terrain. The convenience of a lightweight setup that easily fits in a backpack. Much like other outdoor activities, hammock camping has been on the rise for several years and shows no signs of slowing down. People who enjoy exploring the outdoors have discovered the benefits of hammock camping and see it as one of the best ways to take in the natural beauty this country has to offer.
Growth in the Love for Outdoor Activities
Why Outdoor Activities are Becoming More Popular
The comforting sounds of nature, the refreshing wind against your face, and limitless journeys to go on—spending time outside is an experience like no other. Outdoor hobbies and activities are becoming more and more popular. The growing interest started before 2020 and has become more widespread the further we get into the pandemic. Being outside gives us a chance to get a break from the hectic 24-hour news cycle, and more importantly, it gives us a chance to spend time with our friends and family. As an outdoor gear online store, here are American Trailhead’s favorite outdoor activities.
Ammo Shortage and Why?
The Truth Behind the Ammo Shortage
Since the pandemic started, retailers across the U.S. have experienced shortages—grocery stores, convenience stores, and yes, even ammo retailers. Industry demands have never been higher. What has caused this? Where can you buy ammo online and in stores? Let’s take a look at the reality of the ammo shortage we’re faced with today.
Great Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Gun Enthusiast
On Target: Gifts for New and Seasoned Gun Owners
The holiday season is now in full swing, and there’s some time left on the calendar to get a great gift for your friend or loved one. For some people, finding the right present can be difficult. Well, there’s no need to stress over what to buy the gun enthusiast in your life. No matter whether they’re young or an experienced firearms owner, there’s always something they could use. Below is our guide of practical and clever holiday gift ideas for gun owners.
Personal Safes for On the Go
Staying Secure with a Personal Safe
Carrying for personal protection is essential when going out in public. However, certain buildings and crowded venues may have a strict no-gun policy. With few other options, this situation forces many to leave their guns in their vehicle. The FBI estimates more than 700,000 incidents of motor vehicle theft occur each year. Are you comfortable leaving a gun unattended in the glovebox of your vehicle, susceptible to theft? You never know when a business may have a “No Guns Allowed” sign, making you store it away unexpectedly. For this reason, vehicle gun safes are a great investment that could prevent your weapon from being stolen.
Teaching Gun Safety to the Next Generation