OROFINO, Idaho — Phil Johnston gave up hunting several seasons ago. When packing his kill out of the woods became more work than the thrill of the hunt was worth, he decided it was time to give it up.

Discovering history through hands-on learning can be a fun and interesting experience. Places like Rocky Mount, Exchange Place and Sycamore Shoals have excellent opportunities to learn everything from ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - History fanatics from all over Kansas gathered again this year at the Ramada Inn for the Kansas Muzzleloading Association annual convention. From pilgrims to buffalo hunters. The ...

Last week I wrote about two of the earliest muzzleloading blackpowder firearms used in the colonies — the matchlock and the wheel lock — and the fun of firing the matchlock.