Learn How You Can Help Nesting Birds

Blue Jay with nestlings. Photo by Dave Magers

Ithaca, N.Y.—Springtime is nesting time, and that means another season of beautiful birdsong, colorful eggs, and downy nestlings. Spring also brings another season of NestWatch, a free citizen-science project from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Volunteers have been helping the Lab monitor nesting birds for 50 years, keeping tabs on open-cup nests and actively putting out the welcome mat for species that prefer a cozy cavity.

“Even those who already have birds nesting nearby can support more birds by putting up a nest box, or by landscaping for nesting birds,” says NestWatch project leader Robyn Bailey. “Supplying nesting materials, like wool, cotton, or pet fur is another great way to encourage more birds to take up residence.” Read more

Wildlife

For Eagle Cam Viewers, Egg Watch has Begun

Number viewing Game Commission’s live stream expected to soar as eggs near likely hatch dates.

The Pennsylvania Game Commission’s bald eagle cam already has attracted nearly 643,000 viewers, many of whom faithfully have followed the daily happenings at the nest near Codorus State Park in Hanover, Pa.

But in the coming days, those looking in on the live stream, available at the Game Commission’s website, might well get to see a great miracle of nature.

Egg watch officially is underway.  To view the eagle cam, visit the Game Commission’s website, www.pgc.state.pa.us Read more

Wildlife

Michigan Archery in the Schools Program Continues to Grow

Last spring, when the Department of Natural Resources held its first statewide archery tournament for youngsters in the National Archery in the Schools Program, just over 400 youths signed up to come to Central Michigan University to shoot.

This year, more than 600 youngsters registered.

“It just keeps growing in Michigan,” said Kathy Garland, the DNR’s National Archery in the Schools Program coordinator. “We get more schools and more kids every year.

Student archers lined up to shoot at targets”There are 596 schools statewide participating in the program,” she continued. “Twenty-seven of them are at the tournament. We’d love to have more schools in this tournament, but we’re happy just to have them in the program.”

The program, which is run largely by physical education staffs at many schools – though some science and math departments sponsor teams – is designed for students in fourth through 12th grades. It’s about archery as a recreational activity, a sport and a learning experience. According to the teams’ coaches, it’s succeeding on all those levels. Read more

Archery

New Browning ProSteel Pistol Vaults for 2015

New for 2015 in the Browning ProSteel safe line-up are the Pistol Vault 500 and Pistol Vault 1000. These compact vaults provide real, safe-like security for individuals wanting a more secure location to store handguns.

Feature-packed Browning ProSteel Pistol Vaults are built from 10 gauge steel — twice the thickness of most pistol vaults offered on the market — and include safe-like security measures for superior protection from break in.

Security is provided by a recessed lid held tightly by a pair of tough ½” diameter locking bolts. An electronic four-button touch pad controls entry, is easily programmed with a custom entry code and uses eight AA batteries. A unique four-sided key opens the lid in the event the entry code is forgotten or the batteries fail. The pistol vaults also include external electrical contacts for use with a common 9V battery that powers the touch pad (9V back-up battery not included).

Bright LED lighting illuminates the interior. A pick and pluck foam insert is easily customized to fit firearms and other valuables.

The ProSteel Pistol Vault 1000 dimensions are 7 ½” high x 14 ½” wide x 11″ deep with a weight of 25 lbs. Suggested Retail is $219.00. Read more

Firearms

Public Can Follow Journey of Golden Eagle Originally Captured in Kentucky’s Bernheim Forest

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Researchers recently captured a golden eagle in the Bernheim Forest in Bullitt and Nelson counties and fitted it with a tracking device as part of an ongoing research project. Golden eagles are seldom seen in Kentucky.

“Bernheim Forest has a few golden eagles that come back every winter and is one of the more reliable places in the state to see golden eagles,” said Kate Heyden, avian biologist for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. “They don’t nest in Kentucky, but spend winters here. Golden eagles that winter here probably nest in Canada.” Read more

Wildlife

Brownells EDGE – A New Approach to Classic Service

MONTEZUMA, Iowa – Brownells EDGE, the 76-year-old company’s brand-new cost-saving shipping and loyalty program, has arrived for everyone. Initially unveiled to SHOT Show attendees, Brownells EDGE is now available to all current and future Brownells customers who want to save money and receive exclusive, members-only offers.

For an annual membership fee of $49.95, Brownells EDGE offers the following member benefits:

  • Free shipping on standard, domestic orders
  • Free return shipping
  • Discounted two-day and overnight shipping
  • Members-only special deals Read more
General

Browning X-Bolt Line Grows with Eclipse Target and Varmint Models for 2015

X-Bolt Eclipse Target

X-Bolt Eclipse Varmint

Browning will expand its X-Bolt rifle line for 2015 to include the new X-Bolt Eclipse Target and Eclipse Varmint models. Both models feature a laminated gray satin finish stock that has a thumbhole grip with Monte Carlo cheek piece.

The X-Bolt Eclipse Target will be offered in 6.5 Creedmoor and 308 Win. calibers. The 28″ heavy bull barrel provides excellent accuracy. The X-Bolt Eclipse Target rifle has an adjustable Feather Trigger that is factory set at 3 to 3 ½ lbs.

The X-Bolt Eclipse Varmint is ready to hunt and will be offered in popular varmint hunting calibers including 204 Ruger, 223 Rem. and 22-250 Rem. The X-Bolt Eclipse Varmint rifle features an accurate 26″ heavy bull barrel.

Other standard features found on all X-Bolt rifles include a detachable rotary magazine, adjustable Feather Trigger, 60° bolt lift, bolt unlock button and Inflex Technology recoil pad.

Both models Suggested Retail: $1,069.99. Read more

Firearms

Shooting Through A Coat Pocket In The Latest “Roy’s Insider Tips” Video

Is shooting through a coat pocket just like the movies? In the latest video in the “Roy’s Insider Tips” series, American Handgunner Publisher Roy Huntington takes a look at how effective and practical it would be to shoot a revolver and a semi-auto pistol through a coat pocket.

“This is one of those ‘Don’t try this at home’ videos, but like the TV show ‘Mythbusters’, now and again we try to debunk shooting myths or simply see if commonly accepted ideas about gun lore are really true,” Roy explains. “The concept of shooting through a coat pocket is something seen in movies, but we wondered what happens in the real world!” Read more

Self Defense

ER200 Compact Emergency Crank Weather Alert Radio By Midland: For When The Right Gear Matters

Be prepared. It’s the mantra of backpackers, campers and survivalists alike – and, it all starts with the right equipment. More than just a radio, the ER200 Compact Emergency Crank Weather Alert Radio by Midland Radio Corporation is a ‘no brainer’ addition to your gear. Renown for pioneering and leading the all-hazard/weather alert category, Midland has created this durable, lightweight radio to keep you in-the-know when it comes to incoming severe weather or civil emergencies.

When the going gets tough, avid outdoor enthusiasts can turn to the Midland ER200 Compact Emergency Crank Weather Alert Radio which features digital AM/FM and weather band radio.

In addition, the radio is equipped with NOAA Weather Radio alert capabilities, which means weather alerts sound when emergencies are issued on local channels, important for when it’s critical to have the latest information during an emergency.

An incredibly efficient piece of equipment, the radio has several sustainable power options. It’s operated using a long-lasting 2000 mAh rechargeable lithium ion battery — giving you up to 25 hours of normal use. Six AA batteries can also provide a back-up power option. The ER200 can also be powered by the sun utilizing a built-in solar panel located on the top of the radio. Finally, when “all else fails” the radio can run using the dynamo hand crank. Read more

General

HiViz Introduces New Litewave Series for Ruger 10/22

Laramie, WY — HIVIZ® Shooting Systems is excited to introduce another addition to their new fiber optic LITEWAVE™ rifle sight line — now for the Ruger 10/22.

Like all HIVIZ® LITEWAVE™ sights, the new Ruger 10/22 front sight features a state of the art exoskeleton frame made of carbon steel allowing an unprecedented amount of light to enter their uniquely interchangeable LitePipes. All LITEWAVE™ designs not only offer an even brighter sight picture giving shooters faster target acquisition in a variety of light conditions whether on the range or out on the field, but also provide even more extreme durability than prior HIVIZ® sights with a streamlined design for easy target aquisition of your favorite #1 plinker rifle. Read more

Firearms, Optics
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