Category: Hunting
Turkey Hunting Tips Q & A from Rick White
- Rick White, H.S. Pro
This quiz is provided by our friends at Hunter’s Specialties
Q & A can be found at www.howardcommunications.com
Q: “Can you give me a few tips on being more successful this spring?”
A: Make sure you Read more
Leica’s Newest and Coolest Rangefinder
Born from Leica’s 20-year commitment to continuous laser rangefinding innovation, the Rangemaster CRF 1600-B compact laser rangefinder boasts a unique integrated ballistics system that features three modes of application, 12 ballistic curves and three different zeroing ranges to deliver more accurate ballistics information than ever before. The new standards-setting Leica CRF 1600-B also features intuitive, easy-to-use controls. Read more
Burris Expands FullField E1™ Riflescope Line
GREELEY, CO – Burris has expanded its popular FullField E1™ riflescope line to include three new variable-power scopes: a 6.5x-20x-50mm and a 4.5x-14x- 42mm and a 3x-9x-40mm with 30mm tubes. With the advanced Ballistic Plex E1 etched reticle in the Fullfield E1 scope line, the guesswork is taken out of determining both trajectory and wind compensation. The sleek profile, precision and accuracy of the scopes in the E1 line make them favorites among hunters and target shooters, alike. Read more
Carl Zeiss Introduces the New, Super-Bright VICTORY HT Riflescope Line
CHESTER, VA – Carl Zeiss Sports Optics introduces the all new, super-bright VICTORY HT Riflescope line available in 1.1-4×24, 1.5-6×42, 2.5-10×50 and 3-12×56 models. These VICTORY HT 30mm riflescopes achieve an unprecedented light transmission of near 95% thanks to the state-of-the-art proprietary High Transmission (HT) glass by SCHOTT and enhanced T* multi-layer coatings. As a result, Read more
California Game Commissioner to Keep Position – For Now
It now appears that California Game Commission president Richards may not be ousted from the commission over a recent hunting controversy said Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg. While he hasn’t “closed all doors completely,” he has no plans to bring up a vote. But, the politicians are attempting to take some of his authority away with a recent vote. More on the continuing saga here… A little more here…
Check the tags below for the history on the issue.
Utah Looks to Up the Ante on Coyote Bounties
The Utah Senate voted 23-5 to pass SB25 to increase bounties on coyotes to $50 each, up from about $20 in most counties.
If the bill is also passed by the House, it is hoped it will encourage hunters to kill 20,000 or more of the animals. Of course, the Humane Society of Utah opposes the plan here…
MDF Applauds Gov. Mead for Wyoming Wolf Plan
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) came out in strong support today of Gov. Matt Mead and the Wyoming Legislature for decisive action Monday regarding Senate File 41, which will allow for state management of the gray wolf population in Wyoming. Read more
Santorum Provides Candid Views on Sportsmen’s Issues
GW: Gotta give Santorum credit for being frank. Always to one’s benefit…
(Columbus, OH) –On the day before the pivotal “Super Tuesday” primaries, former Pennsylvania Senator Rick Santorum sat down for an interview with the staff leadership of the U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance to discuss issues important to hunters, trappers and anglers.
The USSA staff present for the interview with Santorum were: Bud Pidgeon (President and CEO); Rob Sexton (Senior Vice President); Doug Jeanneret (Vice President, Marketing); and Evan Heusinkveld (Director, State Services). Read more
Emotion and Logic at Odds in California Legislature
By Glen Wunderlich
Daniel Richards, president of California’s Fish and Game Commission, is often at odds with animal-activist groups over his support of hunting as a viable means to manage wildlife. A recent hunting trip resulted in a total of 40 Democrat state Assembly members demanding that he resign. His crime? Legally killing a mountain lion in Idaho. Read more