Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
Another over-reaching anti-Second Amendment entity has failed to skirt the Constitution and laws of its own state. Now, legal, law-abiding citizens will be permitted their rights to store firearms in their vehicles on campus. Details for freedom lovers are here…
Roger Schmid was cited for hunting without a license and even though he claimed not to be “pursuing” deer, officials pursued his attempt to skirt the law. It seems that Schmid wanted to argue that sitting in a deer blind with a loaded firearm was not actually pursuit (statute language). A judge disagreed and the wordsmith is now defined as a poacher. Too bad for the cheater, but he rightfully earns a place in my poacher category, nonetheless. Details here…
Thanks to the OutdoorPressroom.
From USSA…
Posted on December 20, 2013
Recent studies show a steady increase of hunting and fishing participants since 2006. Couple that with the public’s approval of hunting at 79 percent and wildlife populations abundant and growing, things seem to be looking up for sportsmen. Unfortunately, these facts have not deterred the animal rights lobby and sportsmen are finding themselves in the crosshairs now more than ever.
Why are sportsmen facing more opposition considering these facts?
“It really comes down to some segments of the public not understanding why all hunting is important and key to conservation programs here and abroad.” said Nick Pinizzotto, USSA President and CEO. “Hunters are providing vital funds and services to protect wildlife globally and are also the most effective and efficient group to control burgeoning wildlife populations. That fact has been lost to the general public to some degree. Simply put, a lack of education is at fault.” Read more
GW” This from John Lott
“The Republican Party: Health Care: Let ’em Die, Climate Change: Let ’em Die, Gun Violence: Let ’em Die, Women’s Rights: Let ’em Die, More War: Let ’em Die. Is this really the side you want to be on?” Read more
Ruger Expands the Popular Line of Lightweight Compact Revolvers with the Addition of the LCRx Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) announces the introduction of the LCRx™, the newest variation of the revolutionary Lightweight Compact Revolver (LCR®). Chambered in .38 Special +P, the LCRx™ features an external hammer that allows it to be fired in single-action mode. Read more
COTTONWOOD, AZ- LaserLyte®, innovators in firearms laser technologies, announce a one-of-a-kind training kit for owners of modern sporting rifles that includes the LaserLyte® .223 laser cartridge trainer, a 32-inch push rod, an over-sized charging handle and a charging block that prevents live rounds from being chambered. Read more
For many shooters, their first experience in shooting began with a BB Gun or airgun. In many cases, they were able to pass down their introductory gun to their children or younger family members. While many well-known airgun manufactures of the past have cut corners to reduce the price of their products, the world-renowned craftsmanship of Hatsan has remained constant. The Model 95 Combo is testament to that. Read more
Fayette, MO—For the past decade, CMMG has delivered precision-machined AR rifles known for their exceptional function, accuracy and reliability. The latest rifle to embody these features is the CMMG Mk4 RCE, available in 5.56x45mm NATO or .300 AAC Blackout. Read more
Gun control spends big but gun advocates show strong support. More here…
This from the NRA…
Over the last several years, the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATFE) has been plagued by mismanagement, scandal and rogue operations, the most infamous of which has been the ill-fated and deadly “Fast and Furious” debacle. Despite these ongoing problems and the criticism and calls for reform they have generated, BATFE has continued its practice of questionable tactics and judgment.
In fact, over the course of the last week, numerous media outlets have reported on yet another dubious BATFE operation–this one lowering the bar to a new, disturbing level.
As Fox News reports, BATFE agents in cities across the country used rogue tactics to go after guns on the street by allegedly luring mentally ill individuals to participate in sting operations, then later arresting many of these same individuals. There are also reports that BATFE agents allowed minors to smoke pot and drink alcohol in connection with these operations. Read more