Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
“The overall numbers are down slightly from last year in the Bitterroot, but we are seeing a few more packs,” she said. “The pack sizes are smaller, which is what you might expect with hunting and trapping” said FWP wolf specialist Liz Bradley. Details here…
New York Governor Cuomo has realized that his hasty, knee-jerk reaction to ban magazines capable of holding more than seven rounds is ignorant, at best. Now he knows the de facto ban has ruled out almost all magazines “but New Yorkers will still be required to keep no more than seven bullets in them.”
That’ll make the bad guys mend their ways.
Man, this guy’s a genius! Not surprisingly, some people are up in arms…
MINT SPRING, VA.- Parker Bows, a manufacturer of high quality Compound bows, Crossbows and RED HOT brand Crossbow Accessories is proud to introduce the new RED HOT brand Lighted Capture Nocks, Powered by Nockturnal. The new Lighted Capture Nocks feature Patent-Pending Universal Fit Technology and come in your choice of Red or Green. Read more
MISSOULA, Mont.- Young hunters age 16 and under have taken 152 Boone and Crockett-qualifying trophies over the past three years. That total represents a 126 percent increase over the previous three-year period. Read more
Overland Park, Kan. – Bushnell Outdoor Products, an industry-leader in high performance sports optics for 65 years, has introduced a new line of high quality camera traps for recording wildlife activity. The NatureView Cam HD product line allows wildlife enthusiasts to remotely capture high-quality images and high definition (HD) videos generally unattainable in-person. Read more
Writer and fellow Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA) member, Bob Humphrey has suffered a severe eye injury and needs as much help as we can offer. If you are in need of some outdoor gear, check out this auction site and bid generously, if you are so inclined.
NEWTOWN, Conn. — An online survey of federally licensed firearms retailers conducted this week by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), the trade association for the firearms industry, reveals that those who would be on the front line of implementing what is touted as “universal background checks” have serious concerns both about whether such proposals would work as well as the potential negative effects on their businesses. Read more
Some Western lawmakers are pushing to have wolves removed from endangered species protection nationwide. Of course, the usual suspects are opposed, but that’s to be expected. To them, there will never be a time when wolves should not be protected. The battle begins here…
GW: Say what you will about the NRC and/or DNR, but one thing they’ve been is open-minded. Now, everyone – including young adults – has a voice. Good luck to our young leaders.
Last year, the Department of Natural Resources put out the call to find a cross-section of young people interested in Michigan’s great outdoors and in sharing their ideas about how to get new generations invested in the future of Michigan’s natural resources. Last week, at the regular monthly meeting of the Natural Resources Commission in Saginaw, the DNR was proud to announce the first 18 people selected to serve on the .
Ranging in age from 14 to 18 and hailing from all parts of the state, the first members of the Natural Resources Commission Youth Conservation Council are: Read more
The new PROSTAFF 5 riflescope features several technology upgrades that will satisfy even the most demanding hunters. Featuring 4-time zoom range and a bright new optical system with Fully Multi-coated lenses, PROSTAFF 5 riflescopes provide up to 95% light transmission and maximum brightness from dawn to dusk.
With a variety of magnifications and reticles to choose from, there is a PROSTAFF 5 riflescope for almost any application. The PROSTAFF 5 offers spring-loaded instant zero-reset turrets to make field adjustments easier than ever before. Just sight-in as usual, then lift the spring-loaded adjustment knob, rotate to “zero,” and re-engage. Field adjustments are now as simple as ever. Read more