North American Butterfly Association strives to elevate conservation efforts

“If we can save butterflies, we can save ourselves” is more than a slogan. Agricultural sustainability, urban development, habitat fragmentation and contaminants become evident in butterflies as a precursor to what’s to come for people.

The crown jewel of NABA’s efforts is the National Butterfly Center in Mission, Texas. The 100+ acre facility is home to native plant gardens with more than 200 species of butterflies present. The climate of the site makes visiting year round a spectacular experience. The Center allows the organization the ability to educate the general public about butterflies while providing a laboratory to researchers. The site will be home to the 2016 Biennial Members Meeting in conjunction with the Texas Butterfly Festival. For more information about the event visit: http://texasbutterflyfestival.com/ Read more

Wildlife

12 Survivors GeoSpark Flashlight and GeoDome Camping Lantern


(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – 12 Survivors is proud to introduce the GeoSpark Flashlight and GeoDome Camping Lantern. These innovative lighting products deliver easy-to-use, weather-ready reliability to light the way in camp and on the go.The IP67 dust proof, waterproof GeoSpark Flashlight lights up your tent, trail and that spooky late night walk through thick woods. Big on throw, with 150 lumens of blinding white lite from a Cree XPE R3 LED set in a 32mm bezel, the GeoSpark Flashlight also boasts two additional modes: 20-lumen low-light and 150-lumen SOS for emergencies. A 2-stage on/off button and single AA battery powers the GeoSpark Flashlight and promises 1.5 hrs. of runtime on high, 10 hrs. on low and 5 hrs. on SOS mode. The GeoSpark Flashlight also features a phosphorescent push button and rugged composite construction. A lanyard and (1) AA battery are included. Read more
General

SCOTUS Decision Can Impact Gun Ownership

From Jim Shepard…

The Supreme Court of the United States has affirmed the 20-year old law barring anyone convicted of domestic violence from possessing a firearm.

Regardless of your position, the 6-2 ruling, written by Justice Elena Kagan, rejected the challenge of the existing law by two men who were found guilty of felony gun possession because of previous misdemeanor domestic violence charges. The court said that the conviction, whether the misdemeanor be the result of recklessness or intent, was sufficient for the prohibition.

In her majority opinion, Justice Kagan wrote that the federal statute was designed to close what she called a “dangerous loophole” in gun laws as many domestic violence cases were handled as misdemeanors. She said the actual intent of the law was to prevent all domestic abusers, even those under “run of the mill misdemeanor assault-and-battery laws,” from possessing guns.

No one’s arguing the need to more comprehensively address the problem of domestic violence, but under the Kagan interpretation- which some SCOTUS observers say is “unusually broad” – any qualifying misdemeanor charge, no matter how minor, is seen as grounds for denial of the Second Amendment right to possess a firearm. Read more

Firearms, Gun Control

Sightmark Sets Sights on Pinnacle First Focal Plane Precision Riflescopes


Pinnacle 1-6×24 AAC, 1-6×24 TMD and 5-30×50 TMD make their mark!(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Designed in the U.S.A. and manufactured in Japan with premium scratch-resistant, fully multicoated Japanese glass, the IPX67 waterproof, shock proof and fog proof Sightmark® Pinnacle™ First-Focal Plane Series Riflescopes make every shot count, from close- to mid-range with the 1-6x24mm to extended range with the 5-30x50mm. No matter the target… or distance, the Pinnacle Series is master-crafted, with unparalleled world class optical superiority, to deliver repeatable precision accuracy every time, in virtually any climb or place. When it’s time to make your mark the Sightmark Pinnacle Series ensures you’re not just on target – you’re at center mass.

The Pinnacle™ 1-6x24mm features a 30mm 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum tube with a durable matte anodized finish and is available in two reticles: a multi-purpose Tactical Mil-Dash reticle for rangefinding and quick target acquisition, and an advanced ballistically-matched CDC-300 reticle for subsonic and supersonic 300 Blackout. Engineered with Sightmark’s Triple Duty™ concept, the 1-6x24TMD, with .1 MRAD windage and elevation adjustability, is ideal for competition, tactical and hunting environments and includes fully adjustable ballistics-tested BDC dials for both 5.56×45 55gr and 7.62×51 180gr loads. The 1-6x24AAC features ½ MOA per click adjustments and a CDC-300 reticle for subsonic and supersonic 300 Blackout, complete with holdovers from 100-800 yards. Read more

Optics

A Monster Blind in the Woods


PLANO, IL– This beast is no myth. Standing 7′ tall and leaving a 6′ by 6′ footprint, the new-for-2016 Ameristep Sanctuary Blind is confirmed to exist. The largest five-hub ground blind on the market, this monster will change the way families and friends hunt together, and must be seen and experienced to be fully appreciated.This is no Frankenstein blind, cobbled together from spare bits and pieces. Rather, the mad scientists at Ameristep created this new behemoth from the ground up, utilizing notoriously strong offset cable hubs to support the Sanctuary’s extra-large walls – a system that allows for the largest and tallest windows possible, constructed of shoot-through mesh and easily configured for sitting or standing bow shots.

The Sanctuary’s high-tech skin is made from Ameristep’s proprietary Durashell Plus Fabric in the versatile Realtree Xtra camouflage pattern. This extremely durable, dull, woven-polyester fabric is lightweight, soft-to-the-touch, and stealthy quiet. It also boasts the industry’s highest print quality. Inside, a black Shadow Guard coating devours silhouettes. Read more

Hunting

Adaptive Tactical Releases Shell Carrier for Remington and Mossberg Pump Action Shotguns

Receiver Mounted Shell Carrier for Remington Pump Action Shotguns.

Receiver Mounted Shell Carrier for Mossberg pump action shotguns.

The first product in a series of upcoming product launches focused on convenient shot shell storage, the Receiver Mounted Shell Carrier is a natural line extension from the ultimate shot shell carrying system – the Sidewinder Venom.

Nampa, Idaho (June 2016) -Adaptive Tactical, LLC, manufacturers of innovative firearm stocks and accessories, has released its new Receiver Mounted Shell Carrier, available for both Remington and Mossberg pump action shotguns. The first product in a series of upcoming product launches focused on convenient shot shell storage, this simple and sturdy design allows for quick access storage of up to six 12 gauge shells right from the side of the receiver. Ideal for home defense, sport shooting and law enforcement use, the Receiver Mounted Shell Carrier is up to the task and ready to perform in the harshest of conditions. The Receiver Mounted Shell Carrier is a natural line extension from the ultimate shot shell carrying system – the Sidewinder Venom.

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Firearms

BoatUS Asks Boaters to Say “No” to More Ethanol in 2017

Ethanol damage to boat engine fuel system.

THE ISSUE: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is asking for comments on a proposal to increase the amount of ethanol that must be blended into the nation’s gasoline supply for 2017. If adopted, these proposed levels will require the use of a record amount of ethanol, forcing higher-level ethanol fuel blends (including E15 or 15% ethanol) into gas pumps and at more gas stations. Most marine engines are built to only work with up to 10% ethanol, and it is illegal to use gas containing more than 10% ethanol in any marine engine.

ACTION NEEDED NOW: Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) is urging all recreational boaters to send a message today urging the EPA to lower the ethanol mandates to ensure an adequate supply of fuel that will work with recreational boat engine and fuel systems. BoatUS offers a simple way to send comments by going to: http://goo.gl/yczkuK. The deadline for public comments is July 11.

BACKGROUND: The Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) is the 2005 law that requires the blending of biofuels such as corn-ethanol into our gasoline. When written, it was assumed that America’s use of gasoline would continue to rise. However, US gasoline usage has actually dropped steadily since 2005 and now the law forces more ethanol into fewer gallons of gasoline. Read more

Fishing, General

Stealth Cam’s Ultimate Archery Week 2 Giveaway


Grand Prairie, TX- Stealth Cam, a company PROVEN through continued innovation and production of quality game cameras and accessories, is excited to announce week 2 of their ULTIMATE ARCHERY SWEEPSTAKES.Week 2 drawing starts on June 29th. This prize package includes Stealth Cam’s 4.3” color LCD card reader for viewing and managing your trail cam images in the field, and Mtn Ops will be giving away a $500 gift card for use on their website. Whether you’re getting in shape for an event, climbing mountains in the fall, or simply conquering every day activities, Mtn Op is sure to have you covered. Read more
Hunting

Cabela’s Outdoor Fund Helps Launch Digital Mentoring App

Wichita, KS — Pass It On – Outdoor Mentors announced today Cabela’s Outdoor Fund has awarded the organization a grant to fund the development of a revolutionary Digital Mentoring program delivered via the Powderhook app. The app functionality will provide hunters and anglers with ready access to Digital Mentors in their area. Digital Mentors who use the app provide advice and tips, making it easier for new people to begin, and helping people of all experience levels enjoy better days outdoors.

“Thanks to the generosity of Cabela’s Outdoor Fund, Pass It On – Outdoor Mentors and Powderhook will be able to provide a valuable resource for new hunters and anglers through an online social support system,” stated Mike Christensen, President of Pass It On – Outdoor Mentors, Inc. “We are grateful that Cabela’s Outdoor Fund shares our vision and is lending their support to our efforts. We believe we can multiply our impact by adding a technology component to our existing programs, and expanding through an app in places we don’t yet work on a daily basis.”

According to Powderhook CEO, Eric Dinger, mentoring has been a hot topic among the 50 state fish and wildlife agencies, as well as leading non-government organizations, but solutions that scale to meet the demand for mentoring have been tough to find. “A traditional mentoring relationship remains the backbone of how we’ll get more people started in the outdoors. Most people reading this can probably harken back to their mentor, whether it was their father, grandpa or neighbor. But, being a long-term mentor to a single child or new person via a traditional mentoring approach requires a lot of time. We believe many people who may not be able to commit the time to a full mentoring relationship will be willing to lend an answer here or there via an app. Read more

Fishing, Hunting
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