More to Love and Learn About Birds: 10 Holiday Gift Ideas

The Cornell Lab of Ornithology has gift suggestions for the hard-core or potential birder on your list. Proceeds from their products, FYI, benefit the lab. ——–

Ithaca, NY-From new birdsong collections to smartphone apps, online learning, and a kit for beginning birders, here are 10 holiday gift suggestions for the bird and nature lover in your life. All these items are available from the nonprofit Cornell Lab of Ornithology at www.birds.cornell.edu/BirdGifts. Your purchases “pay it forward” by supporting the Cornell Lab’s bird conservation efforts. Read more

Wildlife

Alliant Powder announces Power Pro 1200-R

RADFORD, VA – Shooters who burn through .223 rounds can quickly replenish their ammunition with Power Pro® 1200-R from Alliant Powder®. Released in early 2013, the new propellant is specifically formulated for high-volume .223 handloaders who use a progressive press. It meters extremely well, and its double base provides consistent ignition and performance across temperature and humidity extremes. Read more

Ammunition

Norma-USA® Introduces TAC-22 Rimfire for 2014

GW:  Sure would like to see some of this on the shelves.  On the fast side of sub-sonic, it should be a fine round for small game.

November 2013 – Norma USA, the exclusive US distributor for the legendary Swedish manufacturer of superior hunting and target ammunition is proud to introduce Norma-USA® TAC-22 rimfire ammunition. The high quality, .22 LR in 40 grain with a lead round nose, is built with the finest components and powder combination to deliver superior accuracy for hunting or target shooting. The new TAC-22 has a target velocity of 1100 FPS with target energy of 110 ft. lbs. Read more

Ammunition

DNR conservation officers seek information on Manistee County bear poaching

Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers are seeking information regarding a bear poaching incident that occurred in the evening of Nov. 16 in northeast Manistee County.
A trail camera photo provided to the DNR by witnesses shows a bear sow and three cubs seen in the vicinity of the Manistee County poaching incident.
Conservation officers were called to investigate the shooting of a female black bear, found dead of a shotgun wound near a hunting blind on public land in Cleon Township. Witnesses said that the bear had been killed on Nov. 16 at approximately 5:30 p.m. Three bear cubs are believed to have been orphaned as a result of the bear being killed, although the cubs were not located.

Conservation officers are seeking to interview a white male who was spotted at the scene on Nov. 16. The male is believed to be involved in the killing and is described as having a thin build, standing approximately 5 feet 8 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall. The male had facial hair and left the scene driving a dark-colored pickup truck. The DNR Law Enforcement Division is requesting any information to aid in the investigation of this poaching incident. Read more

Poachers, Wildlife

IWI Launches the UZI PRO Pistol at Milipol, Paris

The UZI PRO, one of the most popular weapons in the world, operationally proven, with millions of units sold around the globe, is now available in a Semi Auto pistol configuration ideal for law enforcement, security, and Special Forces units. The UZI PRO Pistol delivers all the benefits of the UZI PRO Sub-Machine Gun: lightweight, compact, accurate and reliable. A longer barrel enables increased effectiveness as well as additional available ammunition. Among its many features are Picatinny rails – and the option of either concealed or openly carried use. Read more

Firearms, Self Defense
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