You have to consider that the Carter's are hunting multiple states/provinces for multiple species.While I'm not much for showing off my animals(anymore),some are.Myself,I like looking at all the pics,regardless of who killed the critter.Ryan basically only hunts for mulies,and only kills once in awhile.His standards are slightly higher than the rest of us(except for the rez boys,of course!).Okay,way higher!Ryan does not kill enough animals in a year to put his pic in every issue!Also,"Huntin' Fool" is a monthly publication,and "Muley Crazy" is bi-monthly,so I don't think the cost differential is that extreme.While I subscribe to both,HF will send you a list of members that have hunted the unit you drew,so you can call them and chat.Also,Garth and Jason(and the rest of the staff)will talk to you about your unit when you call them.Eastman's doesn't offer the list.