Thermal & Night Hunting News

Daily news on thermal optics, hog hunting, and coyote hunting: industry launches, original features, and curated stories from around the night hunting world.

• 4 Reasons to Still Do NFA Forms - Even with the ATF’s new lax stance, hunters who rely on suppressors for hog and coyote runs still have solid reasons to keep filing NFA paperwork. (Guns & Gear, Athlon Outdoors)
• Ballistic’s Best Hunting Edition 2026: Hunting Suppressors - With the federal tax on suppressors gone, now’s the perfect time for hog and coyote hunters to add a quiet, lightweight muzzle brake to their rifles and keep the game-and neighbors-unaware of the shot. (Guns & Gear, Athlon Outdoors)
• ATF’s NFA Retreat: Restoring Gun Rights and Pushing for Repeal - Learn how the ATF’s new NFA retreat may make suppressors and short-barrel rifles more accessible for hog and coyote hunters, boosting your night-time edge (Industry, Ammoland)
• September Gun Sales Indicator Dips 2.3% as NFA Checks Surge 129% - A surge in NFA checks hints at a shift in suppressor availability that could impact hunters’ gear choices. (Industry, Ammoland)
• ATF ‘Will Not Enforce’ Federal Suppressor Approvals, Effectively Deregulating Silencers - Silencers are about to become far easier to get, opening new low noise options for hog and coyote hunts. (Guns & Gear, Outdoor Life)
• Nighttime Hog Sounders: Patterning Tips for Ag Fields - Learn how to set up and pattern hog sounders on agricultural fields after dark for effective night hunting. (Hog Hunting, HeatSight Optics)
• Ep. 500: Emu Escapes, Pricy Shotguns, and California Bobcats - Find out why California's bobcat plan and the rise of ultra‑expensive shotguns are shaking up predator hunting circles (Coyote & Predator, MeatEater)
• Leupold Introduces New First Focal Plane Spotting Scope: MX-6HD 8-48×60 - Leupold’s new MX-6HD spotting scope gives hog and coyote hunters crystal-clear long-range views and night-vision capability in a rugged, rail-ready package. (Guns & Gear, Athlon Outdoors)
• Nighttime Coyote Calling: Sequences, Setups, and Thermal Scanning - Master the art of night coyote calling with proven call patterns, smart field setups, and effective thermal scanning techniques. (Coyote & Predator, HeatSight Optics)
• Suppressor-Optimized Out Of The Box - Find out which factory-suppressed firearms let you stalk hogs and coyotes quietly without any aftermarket mods. (Guns & Gear, Athlon Outdoors)
• Silencer Saturday #453: NFA Sea Change In Wake Of ATF Guidance Letter - A new ATF guidance could make suppressors easier to own, opening fresh stealth options for hog and coyote hunters. (Guns & Gear, The Firearm Blog)
• 384 vs 640 Thermal Sensors: What Resolution Really Buys a Coyote Hunter - A clear look at how sensor resolution affects detection, identification, and overall success when hunting coyotes at night. (Thermal Tech, HeatSight Optics)
• ATF Changes Course on NFA Items: What Gun Owners Need to Know - The ATF’s new rule could let hunters add suppressors and short-barreled rigs without federal paperwork, but state restrictions still apply-see how it impacts your gear (Guns & Gear, Athlon Outdoors)
• Savage REVEL Tactical: A Threaded, M-LOK Lever Gun in Three Rimfires - Discover how Savage’s new REVEL Tactical lever rifle packs M-LOK rails and a suppressor-ready barrel, giving you a lightweight, fast-cycling option for close-range hog and coyote action. (Guns & Gear, The Firearm Blog)
• Harley-Davidson to Release Q3 2026 Results on Oct. 29 - Motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson (NYSE: HOG) will webcast its third‑quarter earnings before the market opens on Thursday, Oct. 29. (Industry, PR Newswire)
• Thermal Optics Turn Night Hog Hunting on Its Head - Thermal imaging gave hunters the ability to spot, track, and take hogs in total darkness with unprecedented confidence. (Hog Hunting, HeatSight Optics)
• Predator Xtreme - Hunting the American Badger - Find out how the Predator Xtreme’s thermal clarity can give hog and coyote hunters the edge they need when tracking elusive badgers. (Coyote & Predator, Grand View Outdoors)
• Ballistic’s Best Hunting Edition 2026: Laser Rangefinders - Discover the 2026 Ballistic’s Best laser rangefinders that give hog and coyote hunters pinpoint distances and GPS‑linked ballistics in one rugged package. (Guns & Gear, Athlon Outdoors)
• TFB Behind the Gun #238: Jacob & Mike of Tenet Suppressors - Discover how Tenet's new Vesper titanium suppressor gives you brake performance while staying quiet enough for predator hunts (Guns & Gear, The Firearm Blog)
• SIG Sauer KILO MICRO 4x18mm: The World's Smallest Rangefinder - A pocket-sized rangefinder that gives precise hog and coyote distances out to 600 yards while barely adding weight to your pack. (Guns & Gear, The Firearm Blog)
• PSA Sabre Enhanced Mixtape Vol. 1 8″ .300 Blackout Pistol - $1,249.99 - Discover how the new PSA Sabre Enhanced Mixtape Vol. 1 pistol in .300 Blackout can give you a compact, suppressed solution for quick hog and coyote kills. (Guns & Gear, Ammoland)
• DOJ Fights Broader NFA Relief After Letting Suppressor Ruling Stand - A looming DOJ move may restrict suppressor use just as hog and coyote seasons approach, so read on to protect your setup (Guns & Gear, Ammoland)
• Cold-Weather Checklist for All-Night Thermal Sits - A quick, practical guide to staying warm, keeping your gear functional, and staying effective on cold-night hog and coyote hunts. (Thermal Tech, HeatSight Optics)
• New Wiley X Kryptek Camo Drop Includes 3 Months of onX Hunt Elite - Score a limited-edition Wiley X Kryptek mask and snag three months of onX Hunt Elite mapping to pinpoint hog and coyote hotspots on public lands. (Guns & Gear, AllOutdoor)
• Nighttime Coyote Moves: Travel Routes and Call Responses - Learn how coyotes navigate after dark and how they react to vocal lures so you can plan a successful night hunt. (Coyote & Predator, HeatSight Optics)
• Best 6.5 Creedmoor Suppressors: A Buyer’s Guide - Discover which 6.5 Creedmoor suppressor lets you stalk hogs and coyotes at distance without spooking the game. (Guns & Gear, AllOutdoor)
• The ABCs of Night Vision - Learn how budget night-vision scopes can turn night hog and coyote hunts into a game-changing advantage. (Coyote & Predator, Athlon Outdoors)
• Palmetto State Armory Sabre Mixtape-300 300 BLK TI Suppressor - $799.99 - Stay stealthy on hog and coyote runs with Palmetto State Armory’s lightweight titanium .300 Blackout suppressor, now under $800 and free shipped. (Guns & Gear, Ammoland)
• The 12 Best Deals from Cabela’s Deer Season Sale - Score a thermal scope and other gear at Cabela’s sale to give hogs and coyotes a night time edge. (Thermal Tech, Outdoor Life)
• The Best Prime Day Deals on Optics - Score big on night-ready scopes and red-dots this Prime Day to give hogs and coyotes no chance. (Guns & Gear, Outdoor Life)
• Building the Ideal AR for Night Hog Hunting: Weight, Balance, and Optics - A practical guide to setting up an AR platform that feels light, stays balanced, and works seamlessly with night optics for hog hunts. (Guns & Gear, HeatSight Optics)
• Predator Xtreme - Vermont Court Dismisses Challenge to State Wildlife Regulations - A Vermont judge upheld the state’s predator regulations, so coyote hunters can continue using their current methods. (Coyote & Predator, Grand View Outdoors)
• REAP-IR-50 - Next-Generation Thermal Riflescope - Trijicon's REAP-IR-50 delivers 1K resolution, a built-in laser rangefinder and recoil-activated recording so night hog and coyote hunters can spot and capture game faster. (Thermal Tech, Athlon Outdoors)
• HUXWRX FLOW 9k PCC: A Compact Suppressor for Maximum Versatility - A tiny 5.3-inch suppressor lets you stay stealthy on hog or coyote runs without adding bulk. (Guns & Gear, The Firearm Blog)
• The Rimfire Report: Got Milk? CCI's 45 Grain Clean-22 Suppressor Ammo - Find out how CCI's Clean-22 ammo gives you a whisper-quiet 1,000-fps .22 shot that can still take down sneaky predators. (Guns & Gear, The Firearm Blog)
• PSA Mixtape .300 Blackout Deal: 250 Subsonic OTM Rounds for $209.99 - Get stealthy hog and coyote kills with subsonic .300 Blackout ammo now under a dollar a round. (Guns & Gear, Ammoland)
• Not Seeking ‘Revenge,’ DOJ Lets Current Over the Counter Suppressor Sales Go Unchallenged - With the DOJ stepping back, you can keep buying OTC suppressors without a fight, so your hog and coyote runs stay quiet. (Guns & Gear, Outdoor Life)
• The Best Prime Day Deals on Thermal Scopes, Monoculars, and Binoculars - Grab Prime Day savings on thermal optics that can give you the edge on hogs and coyotes this season. (Thermal Tech, Outdoor Life)
• Seeing the Whole Picture: What a 384 Thermal Sensor Reveals on Your Property - A 384-pixel thermal sensor gives hunters and homeowners the clarity they need to spot hogs, coyotes, and intruders before they get too close. (Thermal Tech, HeatSight Optics)
• Leupold RX-5000 Adds Hornady 4DOF and Precision Cut Archery - Leupold’s free Hornady 4DOF update for the RX-5000 rangefinder lets hog and coyote hunters nail long-range shots with smarter ballistics. (Guns & Gear, AllOutdoor)