Category: Hunting

QDMA and NDA to Become a Unified Deer Organization

ATHENS, GA (July 7, 2020) – Seizing an opportunity to work more effectively for deer during a challenging period in wildlife conservation, the Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) and the National Deer Alliance (NDA) today reveal a joint venture that unifies their two organizations into what will soon become a new super-group in deer conservation. The venture will combine the strengths, resources and core initiatives of QDMA and NDA into a single, modernized outfit able to serve deer, hunters and the industry more effectively at a time when the need is greatest.

Boards of Directors of the two organizations completed unanimous approval of unification in late June. Nick Pinizzotto, President and CEO of NDA, will lead the new group.

“While there’s no question the crisis created by the COVID-19 pandemic has hit many organizations hard, we are turning the tables by using the situation, combined with the many challenges deer and hunters are facing, as an opportunity to become laser focused on delivering a mission that serves deer, hunters and industry effectively and efficiently,” said Pinizzotto. Read more

Hunting, Wildlife

USFWS Debuts 2020-2021 Federal Duck Stamp and Junior Duck Stamp

Hunters, birders and stamp collectors across the United States join in celebrating with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) as the 2020-2021 Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp – commonly known as the Duck Stamp – is now on sale. Beginning today, the new Federal Duck Stamp and its younger sibling, the Junior Duck Stamp are available for purchase at official locations and online.

A pair of black-bellied whistling-ducks painted by artist Eddie LeRoy of Eufaula, Alabama, is the new Federal Duck Stamp, sales of which will raise millions of dollars for habitat conservation to benefit wildlife and the American people.

“Purchasing Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamps is a great way to support conserving America’s waterfowl and wetlands,” said U.S. Secretary of the Interior David L. Bernhardt. “Each purchase directly funds restoration of migratory bird habitats and has supported millions of acres across the country since inception.” Read more

Hunting, Wildlife

Wyoming Super Tag Raffles

Hunters Support Wildlife with Chance for Ultimate Hunting Adventure

Financial demands for wildlife conservation continue to grow as new challenges emerge.  Chronic wasting disease, hunter recruitment, and invasive species were not major issues a generation ago.

Hunters have stepped up and have made huge contributions to addressing these problems through their support of the Wyoming Super Tag hunting license raffles.  The Wyoming Super Tag has raised over $4.6 million for wildlife conservation and big game management in Wyoming since its establishment in 2014.  Over $1.14 million was raised in 2019 alone.  

The Super Tag raffle includes ten license drawings, one each for bighorn sheep, moose, elk, mountain goat, wild bison, deer, antelope, mountain lion, grey wolf, and black bear.  For the separate Super Tag Trifecta raffle, one winner chooses any three species from those offered. Raffle winners are able to hunt any open area for the species selected except for moose and bison (areas with 10 or fewer licenses are restricted) and bighorn sheep (areas with 8 or fewer licenses are restricted). 

The hunting industry has also contributed.  Every time a hunter purchases five or more Super Tag tickets or two or more Trifecta tickets they are entered into a raffle to win over $16,000 worth of gear from First Lite, Weatherby, Swarovski Optik, Maven, Hoyt, Stone Glacier, Gunwerks, Meindl USA, and HuntWise.  Additionally, hunters who purchase Super Tag tickets in June are also automatically entered into win a Christensen Arms Mesa rifle with a Crimson Trace scope provided by Wyoming Sportsman’s Warehouse stores.

The deadline to purchase Super Tag tickets is July 1, 2020.  Super Tag ticket are $10, Trifecta tickets $30.  Tickets can be only purchased on the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s website.

 

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Hunting, Wildlife

Hornady 4DOF Ballistics App Now Communicates with Terrapin X

(Grand Island, Nebr.) — Users of the Hornady 4DOF® (4 Degrees of Freedom) Ballistic Calculator App can now obtain trajectory solutions even faster with connectivity to the Terrapin X laser rangefinder.

Hornady 4DOF® provides more accurate trajectories than standard ballistic calculators, even at extreme ranges. Trajectory solutions are based on projectile drag coefficient (not ballistic coefficient), along with exact physical modeling of the projectile, its mass and aerodynamic properties.

The app — used successfully by hundreds of thousands of shooters — works even in areas lacking wireless connectivity.

Now Terrapin X users can send range, inclination and azimuth directly to the 4DOF® app via Bluetooth — eliminating the need to enter that data by hand. Values are instantly updated within 4DOF®, providing accurate and fast ballistic solutions.

“Using the Terrapin X laser rangefinder in conjunction with the 4DOF® app allows the user to simply range the target and be provided an instant and accurate shooting solution,” Hornady ballistician Jayden Quinlan said. “Range, inclination and azimuth are important inputs the user can now supply the app in one push of a button.” Read more

Hunting

The Primal Treestands 22′ Mac Daddy Xtra Wide Deluxe Ladder Stand

Littleton, Colorado — The Primal Tree Stands 22′ Mac Daddy Xtra Wide Deluxe is a durable, rock-solid stand that offers the comfort and stability you need for hunting at lofty heights. Its extra-wide, flip-up mesh seat and foot platform are large enough to get comfortable, allowing you to stay alert and ready for that perfect shot. Simply put, the Mac Daddy Xtra Wide Deluxe has all the amenities you need for a price that won’t blow your bucks.

JAW AND TRUSS STABILIZER SYSTEMS: HUNT WHERE YOU WANT TO HUNT!

Your safety is always top priority. That’s why you need a ladder stand from Primal Tree Stands. Thanks to Primal’s patented, innovative Grip Jaw and Truss Stabilizer systems, your stand is locked tight to the tree from ground level before you ascend to attach your ratchet straps. Plus, the Truss Stabilizer strap allows the stand to be used where others cannot. River bottoms, field edges and swamps very rarely have the “ideal” tree required for a conventional stabilizer bar, but with the Stabilizer Truss System, you can adapt to the best spots the woods have to offer.

    • Stabilizer Truss System puts continuous pressure on the ladder which eliminates squeaks and creaks!
    • Primal Tree Stands Grip Jaw system provides sure-grip installation
    • 24″ x 16.5″ extra-wide seat platform with premium mesh seat that flips up 29.1″ x 24″ foot platform for added space
    • Padded, flip-up adjustable shooting rail
    • Padded Armrests are covered with durable, nylon fabric
    • Sturdy, steel construction with rounded tubing for better grip
Hunting

Federal duck stamps for 2020-2021 season on sale Friday, June 26

MEMPHIS, Tennessee – The new 2020-2021 federal duck stamp goes on sale Friday, June 26. The stamps, which cost $25, are valid from July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021.

Purchased by millions of waterfowl hunters, wildlife enthusiasts and stamp collectors every year, duck stamps purchases provide critical funding to purchase and protect wetlands and associated habitat for ducks, geese and other wildlife species.

“Since Ding Darling quickly sketched the first duck stamp in 1934, art and conservation have been connected and the world is better for it. Whether you’re an avid waterfowl hunter, a birder, conservation enthusiast, or a collector, every American has a good reason to buy a duck stamp, perhaps even two or three,” said Ducks Unlimited CEO Adam Putnam. “Of every dollar spent on a duck stamp, 98 cents of the purchase goes directly to acquiring and protecting waterfowl habitat, and that’s a testament to the great administration of this long-running program by the Department of the Interior and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). The First Day of Sale is our opportunity to celebrate another great season and say thank you to the adult and youth artists who lend their talents to this important cause, and all those supporting and delivering wildlife conservation through their purchase of a duck stamp each year.” Read more

General, Hunting

BaseMap Hunting and Fishing Now on CarbonTV

Bothell, WA – BaseMap Hunting and Fishing is excited to announce BaseMapTV is now available on CarbonTV, an online video network dedicated to providing top-quality outdoor lifestyle content.

BaseMapTV will feature content from employees, brand ambassadors, and industry partners that showcases how the BaseMap app helps them plan their outdoor adventures, navigate the terrain, and share with others to ultimately be more successful in the field. Viewers will get an in-depth look at the app’s robust feature set and learn how they can put them to use in all aspects of hunting, including land management, scouting, the pursuit of game, and more. Read more

Fishing, Hunting

Wyoming Receives $7.2 Million for Conservation Work

MISSOULA, Mont. — The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and its partners awarded $7,256,274 of grant funding in Wyoming to enhance wildlife habitat, scientific research and hunting opportunities. RMEF directly granted $340,471 and leveraged an additional $6,915,803 in partner funding.

“This is a monumental amount of funding that will help Wyoming’s elk as well as a myriad of other species,” said Kyle Weaver, RMEF president and CEO. “We are grateful for our partners in standing beside us to carry out this vital conservation work. And we especially recognize and thank our RMEF volunteers who freely give of their time and talents to raise funds to put back on the ground in Wyoming. We could not do what we do without them.”

There are 22 RMEF chapters and nearly 9,000 members in Wyoming.

In all, 33 projects benefit 46,465 acres of habitat across Albany, Big Horn, Campbell, Carbon, Converse, Johnson, Laramie, Lincoln, Fremont, Hot Springs, Natrona, Park, Sheridan, Sublette, Sweetwater, Teton, Uinta and Washakie Counties. One of the projects is of statewide benefit. Read more

Hunting, Wildlife

Senate Passes Great American Outdoors Act

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate has passed the historic Great American Outdoors Act (S. 3422), which represents the single greatest commitment to increasing public access and advancing conservation in a lifetime, on a strong bipartisan vote of 73-25.

The Great American Outdoors Act will provide $9.5 billion over 5 years to address the crumbling infrastructure on America’s public lands and waters. While the National Park Service will receive $6.5 billion in funding, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) led a successful effort to secure the inclusion of $3 billion to repair and maintain public land infrastructure overseen by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and U.S. Forest Service (USFS), which provides critically important recreational opportunities for America’s sportsmen and women.

“The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation applauds Senate passage of the Great American Outdoors Act. Today’s vote demonstrates the bipartisan support for advancing conservation and increasing access for hunters and anglers,” said CSF President Jeff Crane. “When signed into law, this bill will provide much needed support for public lands and waters and boost the already formidable outdoor economy. CSF extends our sincere thanks to the Senate Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (CSC) members that voted to support these priorities.” Read more

Fishing, Hunting

Michigan: Watch Thursday’s NRC Meeting Live Online

The Michigan Natural Resources Commission’s next regular meeting is Thursday, June 11. Due to COVID-19 public health and safety guidelines, the meeting will be hosted in an online format.

You can watch the meeting live online using this link. Those who want to provide public comment for the meeting should call 517-284-5808 or email NRC@Michigan.gov.

The meeting starts at 9 a.m. with the Committee of the Whole, and the agenda includes updates on:

    • Mandatory elk hunt orientation changes.
    • The 2019 deer harvest survey report.
    • Deer hunting regulations.
    • Several land transactions.

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