Attorney General James Wins Court Decision Upholding $4.3 Million Judgment Against Wayne LaPierre

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GW: I wonder how many NRA members were lost because of this man’s stealing!  Count me as one after years of dedicated contributions.

New York Attorney General Letitia James announced she secured another court victory in her case against the National Rifle Association (NRA) and its former leadership. After winning her case at trial against the NRA, its former Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre, and other top executives, Attorney General James secured a judgment in December 2024 requiring LaPierre to pay $4.3 million back to the organization and banning him from serving as an officer or director of the NRA for 10 years. The Appellate Division, First Judicial Department of the New York State Supreme Court rejected an attempt by LaPierre to overturn the judgment against him.

“Wayne LaPierre and other senior NRA leaders broke the law by funneling millions of dollars in lavish perks to themselves and their families,” said Attorney General James. “After we successfully proved our case to a jury, LaPierre was ordered to pay $4.3 million and was barred from serving as an NRA officer or director for a decade. This decision upholds the jury’s verdict and is another victory in our efforts to ensure that LaPierre is held accountable for his illegal self-dealing.”

Attorney General James filed a lawsuit against the NRA and the organization’s other current and former senior officers in August 2020 for violating the law by mismanaging the organization’s funds and contributing to the loss of tens of millions of dollars. On the eve of the first stage of the trial in January 2024, LaPierre abruptly announced his retirement as Executive Vice President and CEO of the NRA, a role he had held for more than 30 years. Read more

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Citizen Scientists Invited to Participate in Nighthawk Surveys

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Photo courtesy of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks

HELENA – If you love birds and summer evenings and science interests you, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has the perfect activity for you.

FWP, Montana Audubon and Tracy Aviary are collaborating to track common nighthawks this summer to gain more data on these cryptic birds, and they are inviting citizens to help conduct surveys across the state.

The common nighthawk is a Species of Greatest Inventory Need in Montana. Their populations are nationally in decline, but more data is needed to assess conservation needs. Now through Aug. 10, citizens can help these agencies by doing passive listening surveys.

Watching a short, online training video is required, and people may choose from many survey routes across the state. Participants need to fill out a volunteer form and waiver. All of the documents and information can be found at montanabirdsurveys.weebly.com/nightjars. Read more

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Bond Arms Honors America’s 250th with a Timeless Hand Cannon

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Two hundred and fifty years of American freedom is not just a milestone. It is a legacy forged in grit, sacrifice, and an unbreakable spirit! Bond Arms is proud to celebrate it the only way we know how. With steel, precision, and American craftsmanship.

Introducing the America 250th Special Edition Hand Cannon. A limited-edition release built for those who do not just appreciate history, but carry it forward. This is more than a firearm. It is a bold tribute to 250 years of independence and the enduring strength of this nation! Every line, every detail, every finish is designed to capture the pride, resilience, and character that define America!

The Rough Series delivers raw American grit with a clean, durable finish built for performance. The black Cerakote version features a deep black finish and custom commemorative engraving on both sides. This is a piece that demands attention!

Chambered in .45 Colt and .410 Bore and built on Bond Arms’ iconic stainless-steel Hand Cannon frame, the America 250th Special Edition delivers the power, performance, and reliability that shooters have trusted for generations.

  • The Rough Series America 250th Special Edition is available at a special promotional price of $499.00 during the 250th celebration.
  • The Black Cerakote Version is available at $699.00 (MSRP).

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ZeroTech Optics Introduces the New Green Dot Trace H.A.L.O Reflex Sight

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The proven H.A.L.O platform now available with a high-visibility 3 MOA Green Dot for faster target acquisition in bright conditions.

Ooltewah, TN – ZeroTech is proud to announce the release of the new Green Dot Trace H.A.L.O Reflex Sight, expanding the popular Trace lineup with a high-performance optic engineered for shooters who demand speed, durability, and uncompromising reliability.

Built around ZeroTech’s enclosed Heavy-duty Aspherical Lens Optic (H.A.L.O) design, the new Green Dot model delivers exceptional visibility in bright daylight conditions while reducing eye strain during extended shooting sessions. Featuring a crisp 3 MOA green aiming point, the optic enables rapid target acquisition and precise shot placement across hunting, competition, tactical, and recreational applications. The sight features an enclosed aspherical lens design, 7075 aluminum housing, shake-awake technology, and up to 50,000 hours of battery life. Read more

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Johnny Morris and Bass Pro Shops Donate 55,000 Rods and Reels to Inspire the Next Generation of Anglers

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Over 500,000 rods and reels donated in the past decade as the annual Gone Fishing event returns with free in-store fishing events and the Johnny Morris Bass Pro Shops Kids’ Braggin’ Board

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops founder and noted conservationist, is encouraging families to get outside and enjoy the joys of fishing this summer, reminding them to “take a kid fishin’, you’ll be happy you did!” To help make those moments possible, Johnny and Bass Pro Shops are donating more than 55,000 rods and reels to youth-focused nonprofit organizations across the United States and Canada, helping more kids experience the excitement of their first catch.

With this donation, Bass Pro Shops has provided more than half a million rods and reels to youth-focused nonprofit partners across North America through the Gone Fishing program, opening the door for hundreds of thousands of kids to discover a lifelong love of fishing. Read more

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Michigan’s ‘Three Free’ Weekend June 13-14 means free fishing, ORVing and state park entry

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June 2, 2026

Contact:?Ron Yesney?(ORV), 906-228-6551 or Marcee Wardell (fishing), 517-284-5830

anglers of all ages fishing off pierThe Michigan Department of Natural Resources encourages everyone to take advantage of “Three Free” Weekend, coming up Saturday, June 13, and Sunday, June 14.

It’s two full days when Michigan residents and out-of-state visitors can grab a fishing rod, ride the off-road trails and visit state parks, boating access sites and other outdoor locations – all free of charge.

“This season, we’re encouraging newcomers to discover the outdoors and inviting longtime outdoor explorers to dust off their gear and get out there,” said DNR Director Scott Bowen. “Whether you want to cast a line, hit the ORV trails or relax in Michigan’s award-winning state parks, ‘Three Free’ Weekend checks all the boxes.”

Enjoy it all

The DNR’s “Three Free” Weekend includes the following: Read more

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Michigan DNR teams with City of Mt. Pleasant to safely relocate bear

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a black bear hangs out in a tree in Mt. Pleasant

June 2, 2026
Contact: Mark Boersen, 989-275-5151, ext. 2722730 or Brian Piccolo, 989-275-5151, ext. 2722030

A 150-pound black bear that wandered into a Mt. Pleasant neighborhood and climbed a tree directly over a white-picket fence was captured and safely relocated to a northern Michigan swamp Tuesday.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources partnered with Mt. Pleasant police, firefighters and city workers to isolate the male bear in the tree and then tranquilize and tag the animal before transporting it about 60 miles away to the Houghton Lake area.

Bear in Mt. PleasantWith a crowd of residents watching from a safe distance, the tranquilized bear fell unharmed about 18 feet into a thick pole vault pad borrowed from Mt. Pleasant High School.

“Sometimes bears wander in and out of developed areas, but this one was so far inside the city limits that we thought it best to intervene and take the bear out of this situation in a safe manner,” said Mark Boersen, a DNR wildlife biologist who participated in the effort. “Eventually, he would come down out of the tree, probably at night, but removal is the safest situation for people and their pets and the bear. Everything worked out well.”

Tuesday morning, Mt. Pleasant police and DNR Conservation Officer Michael Lator responded to reports of the treed bear near Fancher and Mosher streets, a residential area north of Central Michigan University. The DNR’s Wildlife Division was called in to tranquilize and transport the bear. Assisting in that effort were Boersen; Scott Larsen, the DNR’s state wildlife veterinarian; and Brian Piccolo, a DNR wildlife biologist and field operations manager.

The City of Mt. Pleasant provided a bucket truck to help biologists discourage the bear from climbing further up the tree. The animal was then tranquilized with a dart rifle. Once the bear was safely down from the tree, biologists did a medical workup of the animal – finding it healthy – and attached an identifying red ear tag.

It wasn’t immediately known where the bear originated, but Piccolo said it likely ventured over from the Chippewa River corridor, which is about a mile and a half west of the neighborhood.

The capture and relocation come three weeks after the DNR confirmed a bear sighting in the Carleton/Flat Rock area in southeast Michigan’s Monroe County. While the vast majority of Michigan’s more than 12,000 bears live in the Upper Peninsula and northern Lower Peninsula, it’s not uncommon to see them in mid-Michigan and even occasionally in southern Michigan.

“In a general sense, you may encounter a bear anywhere in the Lower Peninsula,” Boersen said. “Obviously they’re less likely as you go south. But people in the Lower Peninsula should not assume that they would never have a bear come in their yard.” Read more
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Hook & Barrel Magazine Teams Up with Taurus to Give Away Two GX2 TOROs

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Hook & Barrel Magazine®, The Lifestyle Magazine for Modern Outdoorsmen™, is excited to announce its latest exclusive giveaway sweepstakes, awarding two lucky winners a Taurus GX2 TORO—a sleek, modern concealed-carry 9mm pistol that blends everyday reliability with a fast, optics-ready design built for confident, on-target performance.

“The GX2 TORO is a straightforward 9mm built for how people actually carry today,” said Niki Morrison, Hook & Barrel’s Director of Marketing and Public Relations. “We’re excited that not one but TWO Hook & Barrel readers will win!”

Entering the sweepstakes is simple: readers can visit the Hook & Barrel website and follow the instructions on the giveaway page, where full terms and conditions are also available. The sweepstakes is currently running through June 30, 2026, and winners will be notified after the sweepstakes concludes. Read more

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Benjamin Marauder Gen 3 Sets Standards for PCP Airguns

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Benjamin is well known for manufacturing top-quality airguns that produce the velocity and accuracy shooters and hunters demand, and that reputation fueled the nearly total redesign for the much-anticipated third generation of the Marauder Gen 3 PCP Air Rifle. This multi-shot, bolt action air rifle has been tweaked from muzzle to butt to produce more power, refined adjustability and precise focused performance.

The Benjamin Marauder Gen 3 is available in two calibers, .22 and .25. The .22 caliber produces a velocity of up to 1,200 feet per second with 50 foot pounds of energy. The .25 caliber sends the pellet downrange at up to 1,150 feet per second with 80 foot pounds of energy. The adjustable regulator maintains consistent pressure delivery for deadly accuracy.

The cocking effort has been lightened by 32 percent over Gen 2 models. It now only takes approximately 15 pounds of force to ready the rifle. The stock is all-weather with an adjustable cheek piece, and the barrel features integrated sound suppression. The reservoir is 500cc, 3625PSI (250 BAR).

With deadly accuracy, rugged quality and an exceptionally powerful shot, the Benjamin Marauder makes each of your hunts or target shooting session one for the books.

Learn more about Benjamin Airguns at www.benjaminairguns.com.

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Steiner Introduces eDiscovery 10×42 Binoculars—A New Tool for Birders Who Document as They Observe

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Greeley, CO – Steiner Optics introduces the eDiscovery 10×42 binoculars, purpose-built for birders who demand optical performance and the ability to document sightings without ever taking their eyes off the subject.

Observe. Capture. Share.

At its core, the eDiscovery 10×42 is designed to meet the expectations of experienced birders. High-definition glass delivers excellent color fidelity and contrast which is critical for picking out subtle plumage differences, field marks, and feather edging in challenging light. The 42mm objective lenses provide strong light transmission for dawn chorus outings and late-day movement, while the 10x magnification offers the reach needed for identifying distant shorebirds, raptors, and waterfowl.

A wide field of view (108m at 1000m) helps maintain situational awareness and makes it easier to acquire and track fast-moving species, whether following warblers through dense canopy or scanning a mixed flock along a hedgerow.

The rugged, rubber-armored chassis is IP67 waterproof and built for real field conditions, including rain, humidity, salt spray, and temperature swings that birders routinely encounter. Read more

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