HSS Introduces New Safety Harness Specifically for Crossbow Hunters


DANVILLE, AL. (June 6, 2016) – As crossbow hunting continues to gain popularity across the country, today Hunter Safety System announced the introduction of a new harness specifically designed to address the unique set of challenges that are associated with safely hunting with a crossbow from a treestand. The new HSS Crossbow Harness answers all those challenges in a stylish, comfortable and affordable harness.Unlike traditional bows, crossbows have issues related to cocking the crossbow while hunting from an elevated position. When the crossbow is cocked, the treestand safety harnesses’ tether strap tends to fall in front of the hunter, which not only is frustrating but also can tangle with the crossbow and knock off or damage the scope. To eliminate this problem, HSS has added a Tether Stow Strap to the new Crossbow Harness that will safely secure the tether when cocking the bow. Read more
Archery

Duh! Gun Prohibitionists Endorse Clinton


BELLEVUE, WA – Today’s endorsement of Democrat Hillary Rodham Clinton by two major gun prohibition lobbying groups should come as no surprise, considering her highly-publicized attacks on the Second Amendment, the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms said in response.As reported by the New York Times, Everytown for Gun Safety President John Feinblatt declared in a prepared statement, “Gun Sense Voters have a champion in Hillary Clinton. Our litmus test is simple: does a candidate side with the public or with the gun lobby? Hillary Clinton passes that test with flying colors.”

“It’s no surprise that the gun prohibition lobby has a litmus test based on erosion of the Second Amendment, and it is less of a surprise that Hillary Clinton passed it with flying colors,” said CCRKBA Chairman Alan Gottlieb. “If there were any remaining doubts among American voters about Clinton’s intentions if she wins in November, these endorsements make it clear that she is determined to rip the right to keep and bear arms from the American fabric.”

Early last fall, Clinton was caught on audio at a private fund raiser declaring that “The Supreme Court was wrong on the Second Amendment.” Gottlieb said today’s endorsements by Everytown and Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America – two organizations supported by anti-gun billionaire Michael Bloomberg – amount to “damning proof” that a Clinton presidency would pose a direct threat to the individual right to keep and bear arms. Read more

Gun Control

Endangered Hawaiian Geese at Risk From Disease Spread by Feral Cats


Washington – A new study published in the Journal of Wildlife Diseases has documented evidence of “widespread contamination of habitat” in Hawai’i caused by feral cats. This latest research has alarming implications for the endangered Hawaiian Goose (N?n?) and other animals found throughout the Hawaiian Islands.The peer-reviewed study, conducted by scientists from the United States Geological Survey, the U.S.  Department of Agriculture, the University of Tennessee, and the state’s Division of Forestry and Wildlife, evaluated the prevalence of infection with Toxoplasma gondii among N?n?, Hawai’i’s state bird. T. gondii is a protozoan parasite that causes toxoplasmosis in humans and wildlife and is the “most-commonly encountered infectious disease” in N?n?, the study reports. T. gondii relies on cats to complete its life cycle and is excreted into the environment through cat feces. A single cat may excrete hundreds of millions of infectious eggs (called “oocysts”) in its feces. Read more
Wildlife

MI DNR ready to help evaluate status of moose in Michigan

A moose walks in a wetland along U.S. 41 in Marquette County near Michigamme in May.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will aid the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in the federal agency’s evaluation of whether the northwestern subspecies of moose – found in four states including Michigan – should be added to the list of threatened and endangered species affording federal protection.”We will work closely with the Fish and Wildlife Service and the states of Wisconsin, Minnesota and North Dakota to further this important evaluation,” said DNR Wildlife Division Chief Russ Mason. “Moose are one of Michigan’s iconic wildlife species.”

In an announcement today, the Fish and Wildlife Service found a petition filed by The Center for Biological Diversity and Honor the Earth “provided substantial scientific or commercial information” that listing under the Endangered Species Act may be warranted.

“This substantial 90-day finding initiates a rigorous status review in which the Service will determine whether the species warrants listing under the Endangered Species Act,” the Service said in a news release.

To ensure the process is comprehensive and the final determination is based on the best available scientific and commercial data, the Service has opened a 60-day comment period to solicit relevant information from the public.

The northwestern moose subspecies (Alces alces andersoni) being evaluated is found in the Upper Peninsula, including Isle Royale, northeastern and northwestern Minnesota, northeastern North Dakota, as well as a small, recently established population in Wisconsin.

During the subspecies status review – commonly referred to as a “12-month finding” –the Service will take a closer look at the moose subspecies population, including threats.

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Hunting, Wildlife

MidwayUSA Introduces Heavy Duty Double Tactical Rifle Case


COLUMBIA, MO – –MidwayUSA is pleased to announce the latest addition to their shooting gear lineup – the MidwayUSA Heavy Duty Double Tactical Rifle Case. Designed from the ground up to be the #1 choice for a double tactical rifle case, it is constructed of a super tough 400 Denier PVC coated polyester with reinforced stitching, heavy duty zippers and closed cell foam padding in all pockets. The interior features a full length divider with .3″ of padding to separate shotguns or rifles. Firearms are easily secured with heavy duty 2″ wide hook-&-loop straps. A padded removable shoulder strap adjusts up to 53″ and comes with a 2.8″ x 9.5″ x .3″ pad for comfortable carrying of heavy loads. Another method of carry is the 4.5″ full wraparound loop closure handle. Four MOLLE webbing straps are located inside the two large front pockets providing space for attachments and shooting accessories. Read more
Firearms

The Illusion of Gun-Free Zones

BELLEVUE, WA – Wednesday’s tragic shooting incident on the UCLA campus in California serves as yet another reminder that restrictive gun control laws and so-called “gun-free zones” provide a dangerous illusion, the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms said today.

“California has some of the strictest gun control laws in the nation, including universal background checks, and state lawmakers are presently working to add more,” noted CCRKBA Chairman Alan Gottlieb. “But those laws, and the fact that firearms are not allowed on California college and university campuses, has once again provided a false sense of safety to the thousands of students and faculty affected by Wednesday’s crime, which appears to be a murder-suicide.

“While authorities are still sorting out what happened,” he added, “it is clear that simply writing a law or adopting a rule is not going to deter someone bent on committing a violent act. It should have been abundantly clear after San Bernardino that pursuing a policy of restrictive gun control has been a failure in the Golden State.

“Sadly,” Gottlieb observed, “too many lawmakers in Sacramento are deliberately blind to this fact, and their likely reaction to the UCLA incident will be to propose still more laws that only restrict the rights of law-abiding California residents. That’s not common sense, it’s nonsense.” Read more

Gun Control

Harassed?

Have You Been Targeted?

SCI Litigation Wants to Know!

Animal rights and anti-hunting groups have made public records requests of state and federal agencies to get personal information about hunters. On some occasions, the groups used the information to harass hunters – sending ugly and even threatening e-mails and letters, and sometimes worse. Were you contacted by an individual or organization that requested and/or received your information? If so, we want to hear from you. Email aseidman@safariclub.org and tell us about it.

Animal Rights, Hunting

MUCC’s Sportsmen’s Club Tax Protection Bill in Committee

Michigan United Conservation Clubs has been diligently working with legislators to fix a problem many of our affiliated charitable sportsmen’s clubs have been facing in recent years: the assessment of new property taxes by local township assessors after decades of nonprofit exemption. These clubs offer community services such as hunter’s and firearms safety courses, range time for local police departments, sponsoring conservation education materials to local schools and even meeting time for local community service groups. These new taxes threaten the viability of these clubs to continue to provide these public services.

To protect charitable sportsmen’s clubs from the imposition of new tax assessments, Senator Peter MacGregor (R-Rockford) introduced SB 570, which we fully support. We learned yesterday that the bill will receive a Senate Finance Committee hearing on Tuesday, June 7 at 8:30am, and it is critical that clubs which have faced this situation send a representative to tell your club’s story to the legislative committee. We understand that it’s short notice, but it’s critical to our legislators’ understanding of the issue and the passage of the bill.

Please contact Dan Eichinger, MUCC Executive Director at deichinger@mucc.org if your club can send a representative to the committee hearing.

Firearms

Boone and Crockett Club Loses Member Jack Ward Thomas

The Boone and Crockett Club is grieving the recent passing of Boone and Crockett Club Honorary Life Member Jack Ward Thomas. The former Chief of U.S. Forest Service and Boone and Crocket Professor Emeritus of Wildlife Biology at University of Montana lost his battle with cancer on May 26. Along with many environmental conservation leaders, Thomas was a close friend of the Boone and Crockett Club. Honorary Life Member is the highest bestowed by the Club.

“The hunter-conservationist community lost a great leader and friend,” said Club President Morrie Stevens. “Jack’s bold, no nonsense approach served wildlife, forests, conservation, and the students he cared for well throughout his career. He understood that the people living with wildlife and our national forests were the ultimate caretakers. Passion is what they need, and his passion is what we lost.”
Throughout his life, Thomas exemplified the core values of the Boone and Crockett Club and served as an excellent example for conservation leaders, employees and students. His accomplishments and foundational contributions in the areas of conservation, applied research and ecosystem management continue to guide leaders today.
A native of Texas, Thomas began his career with 10 years as a biologist for the then Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. He joined the U.S. Forest Service in 1966. Rising through the ranks, he was appointed as Chief of the Forest Service by President Bill Clinton in 1993. Read more
Wildlife

Aguila Ammunition Now Available at Cabela’s

CONROE, TEXAS – Texas Armament & Technology (TxAT)/Aguila Ammunition’s growth continues! Aguila’s rimfire and centerfire product lines can now be found at Cabela’s.

“Having our products available in Cabela’s is a significant step forward for our brand. The Aguila brand continues to generate significant awareness and demand. That, combined with the quality of our products and our reliable delivery, played a huge factor in Cabela’s choosing to stock Aguila Ammunition. You know your products have gained respect in the industry when they can be found at this leading retailer,” says John Domolky, Director of Sales for TxAT/Aguila Ammunition. Read more

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