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Great taxidermy allows us to relive incredible moments in the field over and over again. And regardless of what some might think, the process that results in a world-class mount involves teamwork between a hunter and their taxidermist. Understanding that process is key to ensuring your taxidermist can preserve your trophy to the best of their ability.

Here are affordable Father’s Day gift ideas your hunting dad will actually appreciate, won’t cost a fortune — and won’t end up in the junk drawer.

With trapping season underway, many trappers know the unofficial season starts in late summer when I inventory my traps, inspect them, and get them ready for opening day

Running trail cameras over a bear bait site isn’t just about getting exciting photos. It’s one of the most effective ways of judging black bear size before the season opens. A well-placed camera can help you estimate a bear’s size, age class, and behavior patterns, giving you the confidence to make the right call when the moment of truth arrives.

Similar to deer hunting applications, cellular trail cameras can provide turkey hunters with meaningful intel on how to approach pursuing mature toms on any property they plan to hunt. From identifying roosting locations to monitoring midday and afternoon habits and behaviors, the proper use of cellular cameras can reveal where to set up and when.

SPYPOINT was honored to receive gold awards in multiple categories in the 2026 Bowhunting World and Predator Xtreme Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards were presented during the 2026 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, putting the wins on one of the biggest stages in the outdoor and shooting sports industry.