The AR-15 has moved well beyond the range and into the deer stand. Modular, lightweight, and available in a wide range of hunting-capable calibers, it appeals to hunters of all ages and experience levels. But before you head afield, one question comes first: which states let you hunt with an AR-15? The short answer is that most of them do. The longer answer involves cartridge rules, magazine limits, and a few notable exceptions. This guide breaks down how the rules generally work, which states …

If you hunt whitetail, hogs, or other game, especially in states with straight-wall cartridge regulations, you've probably heard the name .350 Legend thrown around at the gun counter, in deer camp, or in online forums debating the "best" straight-wall cartridge. Winchester introduced this round in 2019, and it's since built a loyal following well beyond its Midwest roots, with hunters across the South and Northeast picking it up too. But like any cartridge, it has strengths that make it shine an …