Swivelift Allows a Single Person to Lift and Load Items like Never Before

Viking Solutions LLC is pleased to introduce the patent-pending Swivelift into a rapidly expanding product lineup. The Swivelift is a hitch-based lifting system that has been built to eliminate the aches and pains of loading and unloading bulky objects. This product has been designed so that one person can safely load a heavy cooler, trophy buck, or any other item that would normally require an additional person.

Once the item to be lifted is secured to the lifting platform, a hand winch is used to raise the load slightly above tailgate level. Now, the heavy item can simply be swiveled and pulled off of the platform and into the truck bed. This is a simple and easy way to keep from straining yourself when hunting or working alone.

Boasting a large 36.5″ x 21.25″ platform, the uses for the Swivelift are nearly unlimited. The Swivelift breaks down into three manageable pieces, the lifting platform, vertical post, and the receiver assembly. With a setup time of under a minute, the loading or unloading process can be underway without sacrificing precious time at the end of a long hunt. All components of the Swivelift incorporate durable powder-coated steel that will ensure years of use. Read more

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Grow the Bone Selects The Media Group to manage Its Public Relations and Communications Efforts

Sparta, NJ – Grow the Bone™ (www.growthebone.com) announced today that it has selected The Media Group, a creative services agency based out of Chicago, Illinois, to manage Grow the Bone’s Public Relations and Communications efforts.

About Grow the Bone
 Described in a single word as “revolutionary” by Major League Bowhunter’s own, Jeff Danker, Grow the Bone delivers as the game-changing leader among whitetail deer feed supplements and attractants. Whether you’re serious about developing healthy large-bodied deer and huge racks or you’re serious about getting deer into your setup right now, Grow the Bone gives you the high ground. Grow the Bone’s deer management tested, hunt proven, 100% satisfaction guarantee make it the most effective feed supplement, attractant and bait on the market. Grow the Bone’s roots run deep in growing healthy deer herds, becoming better stewards of God’s great outdoors and adding to your overall outdoor experience by Growing the Bone! Live the life you love to live!

For more information about Grow the Bone, please visit their website at www.growthebone.com. Read more

Wildlife

Nockturnal Introduces New NockTool

CARTERSVILLE, Ga. (Feb. 3, 2015) — Nockturnal™ has introduced the new NockTool™, a device to quickly and easily install, position or remove nocks, as well as effectively turn off Nockturnal Lighted Nocks.

Measuring 2 inches long by 1 inch wide by .4 inches thick and weighing just .25 ounces, the Nockturnal NockTool is constructed of a yellow ABS polymer body molded around a 0.035-inch-thick switch hook. The SwitchHook is tool steel, hardened to 50 Rockwell C and chrome plated for durability and long life. The NockTool also features a 0.18-inch diameter hole in its body to attach a lanyard for safekeeping. Read more

Archery

The New Mauser M98 Magnum – An Evolution of the Original

For generations, when hunting for dangerous game, experienced hunters have depended on the absolute reliability of the Mauser 98 bolt action system. With the introduction of the new Mauser M98 Magnum rifle, Mauser has made a further refinement of the unique 98 system that was originally developed by Paul Mauser.

Based on the original design drawings, Mauser has managed to combine the legendary unique strengths of the 98 system, with the advantages of the most modern production methods. By focusing on the most frequently requested features, this new rifle has all qualities and characteristics the experienced big game hunter could wish for and at a remarkably attractive price and performance ratio.

With this new Mauser M98 Magnum, Mauser writes yet another chapter in the history of the legendary original Mauser 98 bolt action system. The Mauser M98 Magnum performance characteristics include a newly designed, ergonomically improved, horizontal 3-position safety, acting directly on the firing pin. Pillar beddings, in addition to double recoil lugs, mean system and stock are mounted absolutely free of any tension. Renowned for its stability, the long extractor for provides for controlled feeding. Read more

Firearms

ShedRally – The World’s Largest Shed Hunt, Returns!

PIKE COUNTY, Ill. – Coming in March, a hashtag will unite outdoor enthusiasts across America during the second annual #ShedRally – The World’s Largest Shed Hunt.

Whitetail Properties and Realtree are inviting men, women and families who love the outdoors to get outside on March 7 and hunt for shed antlers upload creative photos and videos to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram along with the hashtag, #ShedRally.

“#ShedRally was started so America could shed hunt together,” said Michael Turbyfill, Whitetail Properties PR & Marketing Director. “The hashtag lets us show the world, in real time, how much we love the outdoors.”

The #ShedRally 2015 Official Trailer at Youtube.com/WhitetailPropTV explains more.

“At Realtree, we’re about family, friends and the outdoors are very important to us,” said Dodd Clifton, Realtree marketing coordinator. “Guy or girl, young or old, shed hunting is something anyone can do while enjoying time outside.” Read more

Wildlife

‘Hare cuts’ – DNR, volunteers work to improve wildlife habitat in northern Michigan

snowshoe hare habitat workday – group

‘Hare cuts’ – DNR, volunteers work to improve wildlife habitat in
northern Michigan

Volunteers with Michigan United Conservation Clubs and local Department of Natural Resources staff members recently spent a day together giving “hare cuts” on public land in the Grayling Forest Management Unit as part of an effort to improve wildlife habitat.

“Snowshoe hares are a type of rabbit here in the northern areas of Michigan, and a lot of folks have great memories hunting them,” said DNR wildlife biologist Brian Piccolo. “Unfortunately, snowshoe hare populations have steadily declined over the past few decades, and research suggests that this decline is due partially to shorter winters and less snow cover due to climate change.”

Snowshoe hares differ from the more common eastern cottontail rabbit in several ways – they have longer ears and bigger hind feet than the cottontail, and one other unique trait.

“Snowshoe hares have the ultimate adaptation for survival by being able to completely change the color of their fur to adapt to their surroundings,” said Piccolo.

Snowshoes are a brownish-cinnamon color in the summer and will molt, or grow new white fur, in the winter. While many animals molt, most do not change their color so drastically. The white fur gives snowshoe hares great camouflage when snow is on the ground. If there is little or no snow cover during the winter months, having white fur against a brown background can lead to increased detection by predators. Read more

Wildlife

Nosler Adds New Bullets to Existing Product Lines

Bend, OR- Nosler® has been in the bullet business for 67 years so when they find a new bullet worthy of being added to their existing product line, they get pretty excited. The bullets detailed below are exceptional examples of how a component bullet can squeeze even more performance out of a firearm and deservedly belong to the respected class of Nosler® hunting bullets.

AccuBond® Long Range
The AccuBond® Long Range bullet line is relatively young but it was obvious that a heavier bullet was needed to take full advantage of the large powder capacity of the 26 Nosler® cartridge introduced last year. With a massive ballistic coefficient, this new 6.5mm-142 grain ABLR will provide more energy and less drop at longer ranges than any other bullet in its class and will stabilize in standard 1-9″ barrels.

E-Tip®
Nosler’s patent pending E-Tip® bullet is built on a highly concentric structure of monolithic gilding metal, providing unsurpassed penetration and weight retention. The new 55 grain E-Tip® will turn a traditional .22 centerfire varmint cartridge into a bona fide deer cartridge. The new .30 caliber, 150 grain E-Tip® will also dramatically increase penetration capabilities of the honored 30/30 Winchester. Last but certainly not least, the venerable .338 caliber, 225 grain E-Tip® with a B.C. of .611 and over 95% weight retention offers “heavy” bullet benefits with “lighter” bullet velocities.

Ballistic Tip®
.458 SOCOM enthusiasts quickly discovered that the Ballistic Tip® Muzzleloader bullet that Nosler® introduced in 2012 was a natural fit for their needs and purposes since both platforms utlize the same caliber and similar muzzle velocities for optimal accuracy and terminal performance. Nosler® has now taken the Ballistic Tip® Muzzleloader bullet and boxed it in component form (sans sabot) for more economical use, benefitting the high volume shooting .458 SOCOM aficionados. Read more

Ammunition

MidwayUSA Foundation Provides Nearly $1.5 Million in Grants

Columbia, MO – The MidwayUSA Foundation has wrapped up another successful grant cycle and 475 youth shooting teams will be receiving funds to use for team expenses. The total payout was over $1.4 million, the largest grant cycle to date for the Foundation.

Dick Leeper, MidwayUSA Foundation Executive Director said, “These grant funds will help over 15,000 athletes continue their passion for shooting sports. Many teams rely on these funds to help pay for ammunition, targets, entry fees, travel to shoots and more. It is our hope to see more teams apply and receive grants in the future.”

Grants are provided through the Team Endowment Account Program, offered by the MidwayUSA Foundation. Teams with a balance in their Team Endowment Account are eligible to apply for a grant once per year by completing the MidwayUSA Foundation grant application. Grant deadlines are June 15 and December 15 and teams can receive up to 5% of their account balance. Read more

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