A quick look at wildlife cameras (trail cams), how they’re used to capture animals in nature, and tips for setup and placement.

"Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Editor’s Note: April 24, 2026: Most major trail camera brands introduce new models during summer, so we ...

It's no secret that wildlife can be rather mysterious. As a result, the most effective way to see animals naturally is doing so on their terms, which is best done through the use of a hunting trail ...

A grassroots volunteer group that uses hidden cameras to quietly document and monitor Washington animals is now expanding.

Elk aren’t hard to kill; they’re just hard to find. Although elk populations are high, the landscape they live is huge and the terrain is rugged. With the animals spread over millions of acres of ...

A single predator photo does not always mean much. A coyote passing through once at 2 a.m. is different from repeated photos of coyotes using the same fence gap, creek crossing, or field edge night ...

State officials are trying out new ways to keep an eye on Michigan's elk population — from elk teeth to trail cameras. As researchers with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources seek to identify ...

Editor-in-Chief Scott Olmsted's monthly response column to questions posed by our members. This week, we're discussing ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A trail camera is a great device to help scout an area to make sure it has plenty of game to track. There are several notable trail cameras ...