3 Great Rivers to Fish This Winter

GW: The best fishing experience ever might just be in Utah!

With shifting weather patterns and unstable ice conditions around the state, some anglers may think there are no opportunities for fishing this winter. However, streams and rivers can provide a great fishing experience during the winter, as well. Here are a few great fishing options for this time of year.

Blacksmith Fork River

Located in northern Utah, between Hyrum and Hardware Ranch, the Blacksmith Fork River is a nice, small stream that is easy to wade. It is not heavily fished and is managed so anglers can catch a lot of fish. It is also a good spot to catch a cutthroat trout (Bear River subspecies) for the Utah Cutthroat Slam or a hard-fighting brown trout. There is currently an overabundance of brown trout in Blacksmith Fork River, and the current fishing regulations allow anglers to keep an additional four brown trout caught there. Read more

Fishing

SAF, CCRKBA Ask SCOTUS to Review Maryland Semi-Auto Ban

The Second Amendment Foundation and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms have once again petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to grant certiorari in their continuing challenge of Maryland’s ban on so-called “assault weapons.”

SAF and CCRKBA are joined in this petition by the Firearms Policy Coalition, Field Traders, LLC, and three private citizens, David Snope, Micah Schaefer and Dominic Bianchi, for whom the case is titled. The case is known as Bianchi v. Frosh. The Supreme Court in late June 2022 granted certiorari in the case, and vacated the earlier ruling by a lower federal court and then remanded the case back to the Fourth Circuit for further action based on guidelines established in the 2022 Bruen ruling.

Since being remanded, the case was fully briefed and argued before a three-judge panel for the Fourth Circuit. Inexplicably, over a year after argument was held and with no panel opinion issued, the Fourth Circuit sua sponte elected to hear the case en banc, further delaying the exercise of a fundamental right and seemingly to prevent publication of an opinion that favors the plaintiffs. Seeking certiorari before judgment is an extraordinary remedy reserved for cases of imperative public importance.

“It is clear to us this case must be decided by the Supreme Court,” said SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan M. Gottlieb. “The type of modern semiautomatic rifle banned in Maryland is in common use across the country, and is the most popular rifle in America. Yet, the Fourth Circuit and other courts of appeals have strained credulity to uphold such bans in the wake of the high court’s ruling in Bruen. This issue must be resolved.” Read more

Gun Control

The New Sauer 505 Bolt-Action Rifle

San Antonio, Texas – J.P. Sauer and Sohn, Germany’s oldest manufacturer of hunting firearms, is pleased to introduce the new Sauer 505. This bolt-action rifle is an engineering masterpiece, delivering timeless elegance, absolute accuracy, and exceptional versatility.

Hallmarks of this latest Sauer rifle include a robust, newly designed steel chassis, silky-smooth bolt cycling, and interchangeable, cold hammer forged precision barrels that allow for quick and easy caliber changes. Hunters can select between four pre-set trigger weights from 0.77 lbs. to up to 2.75 lbs.

The ergonomically perfected manual cocking system is safe, lightweight, quiet, and easy on the thumb. Once ready to shoot, simply apply slight pressure with your thumb to cock the rifle. Uncocking and unloading in the uncocked position is just as easy. Read more

Firearms

SPYPOINT Unveils FLEX-M and FLEX-PLUS Cellular Trail Cameras

SPYPOINT, the global leader in innovative mobile scouting solutions, proudly announces the expansion of its renowned FLEX series with the introduction of two new cellular trail cameras – the FLEX-M and the FLEX-PLUS. These trailblazing additions redefine the mobile scouting experience for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts with unparalleled features and performance.

“These two cameras provide our customers with exactly what they have been asking us for,” said Jimmy Angers, President and Chief Innovation Officer at SPYPOINT. “We are committed to remaining unmatched in quality and value, and these new additions to the FLEX series exemplify that commitment.”

The FLEX-M sets a new standard for value, making the switch to cellular trail cameras easier than ever before. With 28 MP photos and 720p videos with sound, users can expect outstanding image and video quality at an affordable price. The FLEX-PLUS not only delivers 36 MP photos and 1080p videos with sound directly to the SPYPOINT app, but also features double the battery capacity. This innovative design ensures extended operation in the field and enables Instant Mode and on-demand photo and video requests. Both the FLEX-M and FLEX-PLUS are equipped with features that enhance the scouting experience, including easy setup, versatile capture modes, and constant connectivity through true Dual SIM technology. Integration with the SPYPOINT app offers easy camera activation, remote settings management and firmware updates, customizable maps, weather information, and BUCK TRACKER technology that utilizes AI image recognition to scan images with species filters.

The SPYPOINT FLEX-M and FLEX-PLUS will be available for purchase in late spring 2024. Read more

Hunting

GForce Arms Announces New Centerfire Lever Action Rifle

GForce Arms, Inc. is very excited to announce an EVOLUTION in our popular Huckleberry Lever Action line of firearms. In addition to our GFLVR410 shotgun models, we now offer a CENTERFIRE model, the GFLVR357, chambered in .357 magnum.

The GForce Arms LVR357 is a true showstopper that takes our lever action Huckleberry line into the centerfire ammunition world. It features light recoil, smooth cycling, and fast handling. It is the perfect addition for the firearms enthusiast who wants more out of a lever action rifle.

Aimed for the lever action lover that wants to add stylish classic finishes and features, this rifle boasts a beautiful Turkish Walnut stock and forend, a loop with leather strapping, 10+1 round capacity and a 16.5”, 20”, and 24” barrel. Colors come in Black, Stainless Steel, and the stylish Color Case-Hardened Steel. It comes standard with our limited LIFETIME warranty. The MSRP on this model starts at an affordable $675. Read more

Firearms

CCRKBA Submits Amicus Brief in Cal. Gun Show Ban Case

The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms has submitted an amicus brief to the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals supporting the federal lawsuit filed against California’s effort to ban gun shows at the Orange County Fairgrounds, and more broadly, state-owned property.

CCRKBA is joined by the Independence Institute. They are represented by attorneys David Kopel at the Independence Institute and Joseph G.S. Greenlee at Greenlee Law in McCall, Idaho. The case is known as B&L Productions v. Gavin Newsom. A lower court granted plaintiffs a preliminary injunction, and CCRKBA and the Independence Institute are asking that the Ninth Circuit affirm the lower court ruling. Read more

Gun Control

SAAMI Announces Acceptance of Two New Cartridges

The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute®, Inc., (SAAMI®) has announced the acceptance of two new rifle cartridges for SAAMI standardization. SAAMI is the organization at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by creating standards that ensure safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition and components.

Click on the cartridge name to open the introduction package.

22 Advanced Rifle Cartridge – The 22 ARC was introduced by the Hornady Manufacturing Co. with a 75-grain bullet traveling at a velocity of 3,075 fps and a Maximum Average Pressure of 52,000 psi.

22 Creedmoor – The 22 CM was introduced by the Hornady Manufacturing Co. with an 80-grain bullet traveling at a velocity of 3,250 fps and a Maximum Average Pressure of 62,000 psi.

Further information on these new cartridges can be found here.

Ammunition

Ruger Sponsors LIVinOutdoors

“Homesteading is: Being self-sufficient, living simply, getting back to our roots, breaking away from commercialism, growing your own food.”

If the last 4 years has taught us anything, it’s that it is crucial to be self-sufficient and to stand boldly in our convictions about what is right for our families. LIVinOutdoors, the newest outdoor lifestyle show presented by Ruger®, the arms maker for responsible citizens®, and Jen O’Hara, co-founder of the iconic outdoor fashion line Girls with Guns Clothing®. It focuses on the adventures of an armed American Momma on her quest to teach her daughters what it means to truly live off of the land.

Episode 1 of LIVinOutdoors is now streaming on CarbonTV with a new episode dropping every month. Each episode of LIVinOutdoors follows Jen and her family, including her two daughters, 4 year old Olivia, “Liv” the inspiration behind naming LIVinOutdoors, and 20 month old Chloe, as they tackle everyday living in rural Northern California. From homesteading to homeschooling, the O’Hara’s do it all – while armed and in style. Catch them in the garden, harvesting homegrown veggies, or in the kitchen, canning their crops and cooking up wild game. Hop in the side by side with Jen and the girls while they explore their property, feeding animals, checking trail cameras, and enjoying the beautiful Northern California sunshine. Traditional family values and a strong faith in God guide the O’Hara family in all that they do, and they are excited to share the ins and outs of their daily life through LIVinOutdoors. Read more

Wildlife

Unleash Your Inner Hunter: WIN a FREE Bear Hunt in Saskatchewan

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Get ready for the thrill of a lifetime with a premier outfitter for guided hunting experiences teaming up with North American Outdoorsman Magazine, a leading publication in outdoor sports and adventures to bring you this extraordinary opportunity. WIN a FREE Bear Hunt in the breathtaking wilderness of Saskatchewan! This exciting contest is open to all, with absolutely NO PURCHASE NECESSARY, making it a dream come true for wildlife and hunting aficionados everywhere.

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