New 2026 Big-Game Issue Available Now from Petersen’s HUNTING

Petersen’s HUNTING is On Sale at Newsstands, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, or Local Book Retailers

DENVER (September 22, 2026) – Petersen’s HUNTING, the leading media outlet for outdoorsmen and women, recently released their October 2026 issue, dedicated to big-game hunting. Expanded for 2026, the 88-page Big-Game Issue is filled with information, education and entertainment covering all corners of the country. It’s available on newsstands now or by subscription for just $12 annually.

“The October issue of HUNTING is my personal, perennial favorite and the 2026 edition just may be the best yet,” said David Draper, editor in chief. “The issue coincides with the heart of hunting season and gets me fired up to head into the mountains with a deer or elk tag in my pocket. I think readers will feel that same excitement when they read about the adventures our experienced staff of contributors are sharing with us.”

Noting the current economic climate and responding to readers who have asked for more budget-friendly gear reviews, the 2026 October issue of HUNTING features a special section dedicated to value-driven optics that perform outside their price-point. Optics-expert Andrew McKean reviews economically priced scopes from Leupold, Vortex, Burris, Trijicon and Zeiss, among other manufacturers. Continuing that trend, our Guns & Loads column provides a full review of the Balikli Model-700 clone rifle from EAA, and deems it a winner in its class.

Other highlights in the Big-Game Issue include:

• Joseph von Benedikt’s review of the new Speer Zephyr bullet.
• Scott Ergas takes Winchester’s new Long-Range ammo from the range to the field.
• Mark Kayser delivers a dissertation on advanced pronghorn tactics.
• Will Brantley bucks the trend and gets close Out West.
• Craig Boddington recounts memorable misses, and proves he is human after all.

For more than 50 years, Petersen’s HUNTING has stood as the leading, authentic voice dedicated exclusively to hunters. The October 2026 Big-Game Issue is available now. Visit petersenshunting.com for the latest articles, reviews and hunting resources, and to never miss an issue, subscribe.

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