Welcome to Western Hunter Magazine...
If you hunt in the West or dream about hunting in the West, then you have found a good home. Western Hunter Magazine is your best resource for hunting information for all western species. Whether you are interested in elk, deer, antelope, bighorn sheep or moose we will bring the adventure to your mailbox!
Our subtitle is Gear - Tactics - Information - Adventure and we take each of these seriously. We only feature the finest hunting gear available from the finest makers in the world. If you are looking for information or looking to buy, we will steer you in the right direction.
In each issue you will learn tips and tactics from the most experienced hunters in the west. With articles on field judging trophies, glassing techniques and calling strategies, we guarantee you will learn something new in every issue, and will continue to become more knowledgable and skilled Western Hunter.
Please read below to learn more about our talented team of editors.
Ryan Hatfield, Editor
Ryan grew up in a small mountain town in Idaho and has hunted elk “the hard way” his entire life. Ryan’s previous career work includes: Managing Editor for Eastmans’ Hunting & Bowhunting Journals, Assistant Director for Boone & Crockett Club, and author and/or editor of many western big game hunting books.
Chris Denham, Director of Marketing & Hunting Editor
Chris has been hunting and/or guiding elk hunters in the Southwest most of his adult life. He has served as the editor of Western Hunter Magazine for the past eight years and is intensely involved in wildlife conservation work.
Jay Scott, Hunting Editor
Jay is co-owner of Colburn and Scott Outfitters, specializing in high quality big game hunts. He has guided for and personally taken many impressive trophies, including two elk over 400". Jay is a field editor for Western Hunter Magazine. He has a hunting and fishing blog that he maintains at www.jayscottoutdoors.com.
Nate Simmons, Backcountry & Gear Editor
Nate is one of the most extreme backcountry bowhunters on the planet. He's one of the few hunters out there who can simply “walk ‘em down” on sheer grit. Nate is a past Co-Producer of Eastmans' Hunting TV, has written dozens of hunting articles, and is currently self-employed in the hunting industry in TV/video production.
Mike Duplan, Hunting Editor
Mike Duplan is one of the most accomplished western big game hunters of his era. Additionally, Mike is an extremely well-respected outdoor writer and wildlife photographer. His writings and photos have graced the pages of many hunting publications for the past two decades.
Tony Bynum, Photography Editor
Tony is among the best outdoor photographers in the business today. His images are used in outdoor publications, books, and commercial advertising around the world. He’s an avid outdoor sportsman, family man, and a board member for the Professional Outdoor Media Association.
