SAF Files Amicus Challenging Lifetime Firearm Ban

The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and its partners have filed an amicus brief with the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in a case challenging the federal lifetime ban on firearm possession as applied to an individual with a decades-old misdemeanor DUI conviction.

The case, Williams v. Attorney General of the United States, will be argued before an en banc panel in February. SAF is joined in the amicus filing by the California Rifle & Pistol Association, Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms and Second Amendment Law Center.

“The government’s position defies Bruen and Rahimi by seeking to impose a permanent disarmament on a law-abiding citizen based solely on a nonviolent misdemeanor from 20 years ago, with no evidence of ongoing danger,” said SAF Director of Legal Research and Education Kostas Moros. “History shows that Founding-era laws addressed the risks of intoxication and firearms through temporary restrictions on those currently impaired, never by stripping gun rights forever from someone who once drank irresponsibly but has since reformed. We urge the Court to reject this overreach and affirm the district court’s ruling.”

If the Third Circuit rules in favor of Mr. Williams, it could have major implications for many others who are disarmed due to similar convictions. Read more

Gun Control

For the Birds! Audubon Christmas Counts are Underway

Ever heard of the Audubon Christmas Bird Count? It’s a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors and observe wildlife during winter! Anyone can participate, and several events will kick off later this week across Montana.

The Christmas Bird Count is a bird census conducted by volunteers in early winter, involving participants in the U.S., Canada and beyond. Between Dec. 14 and Jan. 5, volunteers go out over a 24-hour period to count birds. The event is open to beginners and experienced birders.

This annual event is the longest-running community science bird project. According to the Audubon Society website, on Christmas Day of 1900, Frank Chapman and 26 other conservationists initiated the Christmas Bird Count as a way of promoting conservation by counting, rather than hunting, birds. Some counts have been running since then, and 126 years later the event spans more than 20 countries in the western hemisphere. Read more

Wildlife

Last Chance to Bid on High End Collector Firearms

Time is running out for collectors and high-end firearms buyers to secure some of the most compelling offerings of the year. The December Collector’s Elite Auctions event is now entering its final stretch, with bidding set to close Sunday evening on a carefully curated group of scarce and investment grade firearms. Each item began at one penny with no reserve, creating a rare opportunity to acquire museum quality pieces that seldom surface on the open market.

This month’s auction features standout examples from Colt, GLOCK and Smith & Wesson among others, each selected for its rarity, historical significance and exceptional condition. As the clock winds down, these highlighted pieces remain available for serious collectors who recognize true collecting significance. Read more

Firearms

Stuff hunters’ stockings with something special this holiday season

Spread holiday joy with some Pure Michigan Hunt applications, and the hunters in your life could take home hunting equipment worth thousands, as well as licenses for elk, bear, spring and fall turkey, and antlerless deer and first pick at a managed waterfowl hunt area. The drawing is in January, so make sure your favorite hunters don’t miss their shot.

Each $5 Pure Michigan Hunt application helps fund Michigan’s wildlife habitat restoration and management.

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Wildlife

Re-Introducing the Ruger 10/22 – 61 Years Later

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is proud to announce enhancements to the 10/22® rifle line. First introduced in 1964, the 10/22 has become the benchmark in the semi-automatic rimfire rifle market, trusted by generations for its proven performance, legendary action and renowned, reliable rotary magazine. With more than 10 million produced over the past 61 years, the 10/22 has inspired a loyal following and remains the benchmark for rimfire excellence.

Based on extensive consumer feedback, Ruger has upgraded the 10/22 rifle line with enhanced features previously found only in select configurations. These improvements are designed to deliver even greater performance. This first round of models features a BX-Trigger®, lightweight stock, match bolt release, and a receiver that incorporates a rear cleaning port.

The BX-Trigger has a light, crisp 2.5-3 pound trigger pull weight with minimal overtravel and a positive reset. The lightweight stock features M-LOK® slots at the 6 o’clock position along with textured panels on the pistol grip and forend. Other features include a match bolt lock that allows the user to easily advance the bolt with a quick pull and release of the cocking handle, and a receiver with a rear cleaning port that provides access to the barrel from the rear of the receiver for ease of cleaning. Read more

Firearms

Smith & Wesson and Lipsey’s Expand Ultimate Carry J-Frame Lineup

MARYVILLE, TN. – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, today announces the release of the new Lipsey’s Exclusive UC J-Frame revolvers.

Designed for everyday self-defense, these J-Frames represent the ideal lightweight and performance-focused revolver carry platform. Starting with the first pair, chambered in .32 H&R Magnum, Models 432-UC and 632-UC feature a 6-round capacity, a 1.88-inch stainless-steel barrel, and an aluminum alloy frame, resulting in an overall weight of 15.6 ounces. Models 442-UC and 642-UC also feature a 1.88-inch stainless-steel barrel and aluminum alloy frame, are chambered in .38 Special +P, offer a 5-round capacity and have a slightly lighter overall weight of 15.3 ounces. Depending on your preferred aesthetic, you can choose between the sleek all-black look of the 432-UC and 442-UC or the more classic matte stainless-steel finish of the 632-UC and 642-UC.

Out of the box, all four of these no-lock revolvers come with an enhanced internals Endurance Package to improve both performance and durability, a fluted stainless-steel cylinder with chamfered charge holes for easier loading, and an XS Sights® Yellow Tritium front sight and a black dovetail u-notch rear sight for improved sight acquisition. Furthermore, these models are equipped with the newly designed Smith & Wesson enhanced J-Frame synthetic boot grip. This grip features additional material around the tang for better recoil absorption and strategically placed textured panels along the sides for increased control.

For more information on the Lipsey’s Exclusive Ultimate Carry J-Frame Revolvers, visit www.smith-wesson.com. Read more

Firearms

POF-USA Awarded Contract for Next Generation Rifle System in Asia

Patriot Ordnance Factory Inc. (POF-USA), a premier provider and manufacturer of the finest AR-type rifles in the world, has announced that it, in partnership with SERT, has been awarded a contract to supply the Next Generation Rifle System to an undisclosed end user in Asia.

The contract calls for delivery of POF-USA’s .300 Blackout 8-inch Renegade platform, selected for its compact design, reliability and performance in modern operational environments. The system was chosen for its effectiveness in suppressed applications and its ability to operate reliably with both subsonic and supersonic ammunition.

“We are proud to partner with SERT on this significant contract,” said Cody DeSomma, vice president of POF-USA. “The Renegade platform represents the pinnacle of our direct-impingement technology, incorporating patented innovations developed specifically to meet real-world operational requirements. This award reinforces our commitment to delivering American-made firearms that meet the demands of professional end users worldwide.” Read more

Firearms

At Just 26.5″ Short, New TX Ultra 26.5 Delivers 3″ Groups at 100-Yards

TenPoint Crossbow Technologies unveiled the NEW TX Ultra 26.5, their shortest forward draw crossbow ever. Measuring 26.5″ short and 7″ narrow, the TX Ultra 26.5 shoots 410 FPS and features Twin-Riser Technology™ (TRT), a custom TriggerTech Trigger, AR-Style Ambidextrous Thumb Safety, and multiple precision-engineered accuracy advancements capable of delivering 3″ groups at 100-yards.

“Previously, ‘short’ and ‘comfortable’ were never found in the same sentence when describing ultra-compact crossbows, but the TX Ultra 26.5 changes that,” said Phil Bednar, TenPoint CEO. “It excels in ground blind hunting and run-and-gun situations where maneuverability is critical.”

“Over the last 18 months, our engineering team has been locked in on creating the most accurate crossbows to ever hit the market,” Bednar continued. “Every component of our Ultra Series is designed to achieve sniper-like accuracy with category-leading reliability. The wider limbs and larger axles create a more stable, repeatable, and durable shooting platform, while the ACU-X™ Arrow with Snap-On Nock and upgraded custom string deliver devastating long-range accuracy.”

Ultra-Accuracy Treatment: Three Key Innovations Deliver 70% Tighter Groups at 100-Yards

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Archery

Congress to Vote on Delisting Gray Wolves and Amending the ESA

The Sportsmen’s Alliance is fighting against those who are working to bully and crater our heritage and traditions. Join us or donate to the Sportsmen’s Legal Defense Fund to help stand up against the relentless assault on our values and lifestyle by animal extremists and gun control advocates. Present and future generations are depending on your willingness to fight to protect the future of hunting, fishing, and trapping.

The U.S. House of Representatives will be acting on long awaited Endangered Species Act (ESA) legislation and wolf delisting Wednesday, December 17, and tomorrow, Thursday, December 18.

Today, the House Natural Resources Committee will determine if H.R.1897, ESA Amendments Act of 2025, should go to a vote before the entire House. This bill creates a backstop against frivolous litigation, streamlines the ESA permitting process, provides incentives for recovery listed species, promotes agency accountability, amends and adds clarity to  statutory definitions, and focuses on species recovery.

Tomorrow, H.R.845, the Pet and Livestock Protection Act is scheduled to be voted on by the full House. This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to remove gray wolves from the list of endangered and threatened species in the Lower 48 states and return their management to the states. Last year, a similar bill passed the House but never passed the Senate. Read more

Wildlife

It’s a Bike! It’s a Plane! It’s a… Llama?…… Carrying Fish?

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game stocks an eye-popping total of more than 30-million hatchery fish into Idaho waters each year. Stocking by the Department has been ongoing in one form or another for over a century. The number of species and strains can vary from year to year, but generally, stocking is primarily made up of 16 different species of trout and salmon. The Department uses all kinds of transportation to get fish to their final destination – including bikes, planes, and llamas.

Typically, fish are stocked from hatchery vehicles ranging in size from pick-up trucks outfitted with small fish tanks all the way up to semi-trucks capable of transporting millions of fish at a time. Staff take into consideration road and trail access, trail use restrictions, past stocking records, the species, size, and number of fish planning to be stocked, time of year, weather conditions, personnel availability, and cost before deciding how and when to stock fish in each location. At locations where staff are unable to access the waterbody with a hatchery truck, we have a variety of alternative fish-stocking methods available.

Since the 1940s, the Department has utilized fixed-wing aircraft to stock alpine lakes. As the pilot flies over the lake, a passenger in the plane releases fish with water out of the bottom of the plane. For remote lakes that are surrounded by challenging terrain including mountain ranges and trees, helicopters can be used. These helicopters are equipped with a specialized bucket that hangs below the helicopter from a cable, enabling the pilot to open and close the bottom of the bucket. This set-up allows the pilot to lower the bucket into the lake to collect water, fly to a landing site where staff can load the bucket with fish, and then return to the lake to release the fish by opening the bucket just above the water’s surface.

In certain situations, ATVs, bikes, backpacks, or even pack animals are used. Read more

Fishing
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