Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
Overland Park, Kan. – Hoppe’s, the industry leader in gun care cleaning products and accessories since 1903, has introduced a new advanced synthetic gun oil for high-performance modern firearms. The new Hoppe’s No. 9 Synthetic Blend Lubricating Oil features the recognizable Hoppe’s No. 9 scent and lubricating properties in a new non-flammable and biodegradable formula. Read more
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Southern Crossbow™ is pleased to introduce its newest addition to the crossbow family, the Risen XT 350. This innovatively designed crossbow is a perfect match for hunters, rifle shooters, and beginning or experienced crossbow users alike. With state-of-the-art, customizable features, the Risen XT 350 offers a cohesive crossbow system users can tailor to their needs. Read moreLast week, Aggregate Industries US (AI) gifted its 318-acre Grass Lake Operation (located in Jackson and Washtenaw counties) to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The gifted land is bordered by the Waterloo Recreation Area on three sides and includes frontage on Pond Lily Lake. Read more
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Back by customer request, Pulsar is pleased to re-release the ever popular, now fully customizable Digisight N550A Digital Night Vision Riflescope. Named twice as the Best Night Vision Riflescope by Optics Planet, the original Digisight N550 debuted in 2010 and quickly grew in popularity for its advanced, unique features such as a one-shot zeroing method, 5 built-in reticles and a 1.5x digital zoom. The N550A now features 13 built-in reticle options with the ability to change colors, a three-power level LED IR illuminator, a wireless remote, and several other new additions. Read more
Synopsis As Introduced
Creates the Firearms Registration Act. Provides that every person in the State must register each firearm he or she owns or possesses in accordance with the Act. Provides that a person shall not purchase or possess ammunition within this State without having first obtained a registration certificate identifying a firearm that is suitable for use with that ammunition, or a receipt demonstrating that the person has applied to register a suitable firearm under the Act and that the application is pending. Provides that the Department of State Police must complete a background check of any person who applies for: (1) a registration certificate for a firearm that was lawfully owned or possessed on the effective date of the Act, was brought into the State by a new resident, or was acquired by operation of law upon the death of the former owner; or (2) a renewal of a registration certificate unless, within 12 months of the date the renewal application is submitted, the applicant passed a background check conducted by the Department in connection with the applicant’s acquisition of another firearm. Provides exceptions. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that it is a Class 2 felony to sell or transfer ownership of a firearm to another person without complying with the registration requirement of the Firearms Registration Act.
South San Francisco, CA – American Technologies Network Corp. (ATN), makers of military, law enforcement, security and outdoor night vision, thermal and smart HD optics applications, will have the ATN PS22-3 Night Vision Clip-On combined with a Leupold Scope and the ThOR Thermal Weapon Sight featured on an upcoming episode of Pig Man: The Series aired on . The episode is scheduled to air on Sunday, March 23rd, 2014 at 8PM EST and 11PM EST. Check with your local cable provider for availability in your area. Read more
Promotion Offers $100 Instant Savings on M-308 Riflescopes
Now through March 31, 2014, consumers will be able to take advantage of Nikon’s Heavy Hitter Promotion, which offers $100 instant savings on Nikon’s M-308 series AR riflescopes. Read more
Overland Park, Kan – Bushnell, an industry leader in high performance sports optics for 65 years, has introduced a new binocular that defines versatility. Available in two popular configurations – 8x 42mm and 10x 42mm – the Excursion HD Binocular incorporates high-quality, lead-free optics to provide a remarkable viewing experience. Read more
Escanaba, MI – Over the duration of the event, an estimated 6,000-9,000 outdoor enthusiasts from all over the US will gather in Escanaba, Michigan July 24 – 27th, 2014 at the U.P. State Fairgrounds for the 55th Annual National Trappers Association (NTA) Convention and Sports Show. This event is the largest gathering of trappers in the world. Read more
Birmingham, AL- Last year, Browning Trail Cameras introduced the “fastest” trail cameras on the market for under $400. This year, they have taken it a step further and are introducing the smallest and most durable series of trail cameras the industry has ever seen. Read more