Boone and Crockett Club Response to Sale of Public Lands in Reconciliation Bill

The House Committee on Natural Resources’ budget reconciliation bill would sell public land and send the proceeds to the Treasury. The Boone and Crockett Club objects to this – as we have said we would do. In budget reconciliation, the Treasury is the only allowable destination for revenue. Under existing law or regular congressional direction, revenue from land transactions goes into a fund for the betterment of public lands. This is how it should continue to be.

As the oldest conservation group in the country, founded by Theodore Roosevelt, we see from the perspective of our long view of American conservation another important point: The existing laws for selling and exchanging appropriate parcels of federal land should be available to be exercised expeditiously. They are not. Read more

Wildlife

POINTER Field Tek 12 Gauge Semi Auto Now Shipping

Reno, NV – Legacy Sports International introduces the newest addition to their POINTER Field Tek series – the Field Tek 12! Built to be tough and reliable, the new Pointer shotgun is available in five varieties of colors including the Mossyoak Bottomlands/ODG which is perfect for the Turkey hunting landscape.

The Pointer FT12 provides exceptional craftsmanship and comes in a 12 gauge offering with a 28” barrel – keep an eye out for our 24” barrel coming later this year! Features included are a vented rib, anodized aluminum, cross-bolt trigger safety, a front fiber optic, rotating bolt head for reduced recoil and five choke tubes.

Whether you are chasing turkeys, pheasants, mallards or crushing clay, the Pointer Field Tek lineup will offer you solid performance at a great value!

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Firearms

Late Season Turkey Tips

 

Numbers of turkey hunting seasons run through May, some even into June. Here are some proven tips to bag that bird at the 11th hour.

Most turkey seasons kick-off sometime in March and openers extend all the way into early May the further north you go. After a grueling fall and winter routine of chasing seasons and various game…not to mention “mandatory” seasonal fishing opportunities, many hunters look forward to the relative simplicity of spring turkey seasons and the opportunity to play with the unique birds – if only for a few weeks a year.

It’s common to rush into things and tag out as quickly as possible. My turkey hunting mentor – rest his soul – was adamant about tagging right out of the gate because birds would get “weird” later in the season. And, while he taught me a lot and I owe him a tremendous debt of gratitude, it didn’t take me long to realize his assessment on late season Indiana and Michigan gobblers was in fact, false. Mostly anyway. Read more

Hunting

Arkansas Battles Feral Hog Invasion: A Timeline of Eradication Efforts

Feral hogs have been a growing menace in Arkansas for decades, wreaking havoc on crops, livestock and the environment. A concerted effort, over a decade in the making, is showing signs of progress.

Feral hogs, descendants of animals brought by early explorers and later supplemented by Eurasian wild boars for sport hunting, have been present in North America since the 1500s. By 1999, some people recognized the growing problem, but scattered populations, complex issues and a lack of coordinated effort stalled significant action.

These invasive pests, estimated at over 6 million nationwide, cause $30 million to $41 million in damages annually in Arkansas alone. They are not just agricultural nuisances, but vectors for human and animal disease and destroyers of native habitats. Read more

Hunting, Wildlife

Safety Recall Notice Regarding Colt CBX Bolt-Action Rifles

Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC (“Colt”) has recently learned of a potential safety issue with its CBX bolt-action rifles. Both the CBX Precision and CBX Tac Hunter models are affected. Colt is voluntarily initiating a recall of these rifles because of the potential for an unintentional discharge of the rifle, without pulling the trigger, under certain conditions when the manual safety is disengaged.

To prevent the possibility of death or serious personal injury, Colt asks anyone who owns a CBX rifle to immediately stop using it and return it to Colt.

Colt has learned that, for some CBX rifles, if the trigger is pulled while the manual safety is engaged (in the “safe” position), the trigger may not fully reset. This could result in an unintentional discharge of the rifle when the manual safety is moved to the “fire” position, without a further pull of the trigger.

Consumers who own a Colt CBX rifle, should visit www.coltcbx.com, for information about returning their rifles to Colt for a refund or replacement option. Read more

Firearms

Bear Creek Arsenal 200 Series Grows Again

Bear Creek Arsenal, a renowned name in precision firearms manufacturing, is excited to announce the launch of its latest innovation: an AR platform chambered in .17 Mach 2. This cutting-edge addition to the Bear Creek Arsenal lineup offers shooters unparalleled accuracy, reliability, and performance, all in a compact, high-speed rimfire package.

The new AR in .17 Mach 2 is designed for enthusiasts who demand precision in a semi-automatic platform. With features optimized for small-game hunting, competitive shooting, and recreational plinking, this rifle delivers speed and accuracy in a lightweight, easy-to-handle configuration. The AR platform not only enhances the versatility of this caliber but also provides an exciting new experience for rimfire enthusiasts seeking precision and efficiency in a semi-automatic format.

Bear Creek Arsenal’s AR in .17 Mach 2 boasts a parkerized 16” barrel using Black Dog .22 LR magazines, making it a top choice for shooters who value innovation and dependability.

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Firearms

Introducing the All-New ELEY Ultra Gen2

Engineered for extreme precision at long range, the relaunched ELEY Ultra sets a new benchmark in rimfire performance. Designed for shooters who demand ultimate accuracy, ELEY Ultra is crafted using advanced ballistic technology and subjected to rigorous quality control to ensure exceptional consistency.

With a refined bullet profile and optimized visibility, this premium round delivers outstanding stability and reliability, making it the perfect choice for elite competitors and dedicated long-range enthusiasts.

More than just a discipline, ELR becomes a thrilling adventure with the ELEY Ultra Extreme Long Range Round. The skill beyond 100 yards is down to the synergy between your Rifle, the Ammunition, and your ability to consistently hit the mark. The ELEY round has been developed to meet the rising demands of disciplines such as Precision Rimfire Series .22LR, Rimfire Benchrest, Field Target Shooting, Steel Challenge, NRL22, and NRL22X leagues. Read more

Ammunition

Game Warden K9 Koda and Game Warden Jake Voter Locate Missing 2-Year-Old

Maine Warden Service K9 Koda and Game Warden Jake Voter located a missing two-year-old girl in Jay early Tuesday afternoon.

The child and her mother were together outside their home on Tripp Lane in Jay this morning. At one point while doing chores outside, the mother noticed that the toddler was missing.

After a quick search of the immediate area by family members failed to locate the child, the mother called 911 at 11:00 this morning. Due to the child’s age, multiple agencies immediately responded, including Franklin Sheriff’s Office, Jay Police Department, Jay Fire Department, Northstar EMS and 14 Maine Game Wardens including 2 Warden K9’s.

A search of the buildings and woods quickly commenced. At approximately 1:15 p.m., Game Warden Voter and K9 Koda located the child in thick brush about 300 yards northwest of the back of the house. The child was healthy and alert and had only minor scrapes received from walking through the woods. The child was quickly examined and released by emergency medical personnel and reunited with her family. ?

“Warden Voter and K9 Koda did an excellent job locating this young toddler in the thick woods where she was hidden by the brush,” said Maine Game Warden Sergeant Scott Thrasher, “Given the child’s age, it was important to get multiple searchers here quickly and get them searching. It was great teamwork by multiple agencies that made for a very happy ending for the toddler and her family.”

Wildlife

Bear Creek Arsenal Expands with 338 ARC

Bear Creek Arsenal, a leader in precision firearm manufacturing, is proud to announce the launch of its latest addition to the AR platform: the .338 ARC uppers, available in both 16-inch and 10.5-inch configurations, featuring parkerized barrels for enhanced durability and performance.

Technical Specifications:

  • Caliber: .338 ARC
  • Barrel Lengths: 16-inch and 10.5-inch
  • Barrel Material: Parkerized steel for enhanced durability and corrosion resistance
  • Upper Receiver: Forged and billet 7075-T6 aluminum
  • Handguard: New Talon M-LOK free-float split rail
  • Gas System: Optimized for reliable cycling in both suppressed and unsuppressed configurations
  • Bolt Carrier Group: Full-auto rated, nitride-coated for longevity and smooth operation with rear and side charging options
  • Compatibility: Designed to fit standard milspec AR-15 lowers for seamless integration Read more
Firearms

GOA, Firearms Industry Urge Congress to Repeal NFA Taxes Through Budget Reconciliation

“Congress has the tools to repeal these outdated and unconstitutional taxes.”

Washington, D.C. — Gun Owners of America (GOA) today led a coalition of top firearms manufacturers and industry leaders in urging Congress to repeal the unconstitutional gun taxes imposed under the National Firearms Act of 1934. In a letter sent to Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune, GOA and its No Compromise Alliance partners demanded that lawmakers use budget reconciliation to pass the Hearing Protection Act and the Stop Harassing Owners of Rifles Today (SHORT) Act—fully and without compromise.

The coalition emphasized that reconciliation offers a rare opportunity to repeal the outdated $200 transfer tax on suppressors and short-barreled rifles without triggering the Senate filibuster or violating Byrd Rule restrictions. Read more

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