Bond Arms Launches Limited-Time Giveaway: Purchase a 250th Model for a Chance to Win an LVRB

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Bond Arms is turning up the excitement with a limited-time giveaway celebrating American craftsmanship, heritage, and innovation. Customers who purchase any qualifying 250th model will have the chance to win the highly anticipated LVRB.

This exclusive promotion showcases some of Bond Arms’ most patriotic and collectible firearms while giving fans an opportunity to own one of the brand’s newest and most talked-about releases. Even more exciting, one winner will receive an LVRB from the very first production batch of Lever Action Guns.

Eligible models in the 250th lineup include:

  • America 250th Black Cerakote Version .45LC/.410
  • America 250th Rough Series Version .45LC/.410
  • Merica’ 250th 45-70

Built with Bond Arms’ signature durability, precision engineering, and unmistakable American styling, these limited-edition models are designed to stand out whether carried in the field or displayed in a collection. Read more

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Pondera County, Montana Man Sentenced for Poaching Trophy Deer

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Photo courtesy of Montana. Fish, Wildlife and Parks

A Pondera County man has been sentenced to fines and license revocation for poaching a trophy white-tailed buck in 2025.

Tony Zimbelman, age 23, initially claimed to have shot the deer with archery equipment during archery season. Acting on a tip from a concerned citizen, Montana game wardens contacted Zimbelman who admitted to shooting the deer with a rifle on the day before the archery season opened in September 2025. The deer was a large buck with a Boone & Crockett score of 182.

On March 23, 2026, Zimbelman reached a plea agreement in Montana Ninth Judicial Court for Misdemeanor Unlawful Possession of Wildlife, and was sentenced to six months in jail, suspended, along with fines and restitution totaling $3,000. His hunting, fishing and trapping privileges were also revoked for two years.

“This case came about because of an initial tip from a concerned sportsman, and the assistance and support from people like that are incredibly valuable to us,” said game warden sergeant Mike Krings who led the investigation. “Private citizens act as extra eyes and ears in the field for game wardens and help us preserve fair chase opportunities for the vast majority of Montana hunters who do things the right way.” Read more

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FPC Files Reply Brief in Lawsuit Challenging New York Body Armor Ban

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Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) filed a reply in support of its motion for summary judgment in Heeter v. James, its lawsuit challenging New York’s unconstitutional body armor ban.

FPC is joined in this case by two individual FPC members. The plaintiffs are represented by Nicolas J. Rotsko of Fluet.

The motion was filed in Buffalo in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York.

FPC’s brief was filed on May 29, 2026. Briefing on the parties’ motions for summary judgments will continue through the end of June.

New York’s body armor ban unconstitutionally criminalizes the purchase of simple personal protective equipment, and shows how far the state is willing to go to prevent peaceable people from protecting themselves.

“New York is such a joke and can’t seem to make up its mind. In this case, the State argues the Second Amendment doesn’t protect defensive armor because it supposedly only protects firearms-but in other Second Amendment cases, New York repeatedly argues that entire classes of common arms can be banned or restricted without constitutional protection. New York’s desperate effort to criminalize the purchase of body armor is every bit as unconstitutional as a handgun ban, and we’re going to make the State understand that. The right to keep and bear arms includes the right to own defensive armor, period. We look forward to ending this immoral ban once and for all.” -FPC President Brandon Combs. Read more

Self Defense

Last call for Michigan bear and elk hunting applications

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An elk and a bear in a field

Today is the final day to apply for 2026 bear and elk hunting licenses! Apply anywhere hunting licenses are sold, online at Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses or on the Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app. Applications are $5.

Aren’t planning to hunt this year? Increase your odds for next year and purchase your elk chance or bear preference point instead!

Hunting unit and season date information is available at Michigan.gov/Elk and Michigan.gov/Bear. Call the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 for assistance with applications. Drawing results will be posted online June 22.

You can get another chance at a bear or elk license by applying for the Pure Michigan Hunt! Applications are $5 and available anywhere hunting licenses are sold, online at Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses or on the Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app. Buy as many applications as you want. Three lucky winners will get prize packages – learn more at Michigan.gov/PMH.

Hunting

Roberts Lake Dam removal and culvert installation set for August

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June 1, 2026
Contact: Doug Schultz (DNR), 989-590-9073 or Tim Cwalinski (DNR), 989-217-7042

Aging dam to be replaced with a channel-spanning bottomless box culvert

Bottomless box culvert at the former site of the Timberland Ranch Dam on the West Branch Tittabawassee River.Work to remove Roberts Lake Dam in Cheboygan County and replace it with a channel-spanning culvert will begin in August. The new culvert will allow water and debris to pass beneath the road, reconnect aquatic habitat and protect road infrastructure and downstream habitat, as well as prevent a future dam failure event.

The construction work is expected to take approximately four weeks and will include incremental lowering of the lake level, full dam removal, and installation of a new, 16-foot-span bottomless box culvert that meets modern standards.

Roberts Lake Road will be closed during construction but will reopen to the public upon project completion. Read more

Fishing
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May 2026

Fun facts and activities about Michigan fish for students, parents, and teachers. Expect to receive Fish Bites about four times each year, and have your friends sign up, too!

An angler holding a fish.

Name that fish!

Can you name this species? Scroll to the bottom of the email to learn more!

Current happenings

ROV used to explore the underwater depths of Lake Superior (Photo credit: Inspired Planet Productions)Michigan Department of Natural Resources fisheries research biologist Shawn Sitar and the crew of the research vessel Lake Char will be joining documentary filmmakers Yvonne Drebert and Zach Melnick to explore Superior Maximus  — the deepest point of Lake Superior — as it has never been seen before.

You can watch live as they begin the challenging descent to Superior Maximus, using a cutting-edge ROV (remotely operated underwater vehicle) equipped with high-resolution cameras. The livestream is planned for June 6 at 1 p.m., with a window of June 6–9 in case of weather delays.

Watch “Hidden Below LIVE” ? Read more

Fishing

Derya Releases the RAN and RAN-X Series: The Lever-Action Rifle Reimagined

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Derya is proud to announce the official launch of the RAN and RAN-X lever-action series, now in stock and shipping to dealers nationwide.

We took the classic lever-action platform and modernized it with aftermarket upgrades enthusiasts have been buying and installing themselves, all built stock from the factory. The result is a new benchmark that delivers timeless soul with contemporary performance.

A Different Kind of Lever Action Read more

Firearms

Winchester Ammunition Launches All New Magnum Pheasant

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CLAYTON, MO — Winchester Ammunition announces its new Magnum Pheasant™ shotshell for upland hunting with blended #5 and #6 shot, purposefully designed to deliver versatile performance in the field.

Available in 12-, 20-, and 28-gauge, Magnum Pheasant™ is ideal for any upland situation whether that is an explosive flush at close range or fast flying birds at longer distances. The blended payload of #5 and #6 shot improves pattern and shot string density while delivering optimal energy transfer at close or longer ranges.

Key Features of Magnum Pheasant™:

    • Available in 12-, 20-, and 28-gauge
    • Premium, batch-blended lead shot – Clean, precision sized shot for consistent performance every time
    • High brass magnum – High velocity, hard hitting blended payload with #5 and #6 lead shot
    • Loaded with best-in-class primers and powder
    • Made exclusively in the U.S.A.

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CCRKBA Applauds Four VA Prosecutors for Refusing to Enforce Gun Ban

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The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms is applauding the decision by at least four county prosecutors in Virginia to not enforce the ban on so-called “assault firearms” and original capacity magazines, signed into law by Democrat Gov. Abigail Spanberger

Prosecutors in Powhatan, Pulaski, Smyth and Spotsylvania counties say the ban violates the Second Amendment. Those Commonwealth attorneys are Phillip Blevins Jr. (Smyth County), Rob Cerullo (Powhatan County), Justin L. Griffin (Pulaski County), and Ryan Mehaffey (Spotsylvania County). The Washington Times is reporting that Scott County Commonwealth’s Attorney Kyle Kilgore “made similar remarks.”

“We are proud of these men for taking a stand against legislation which is clearly unconstitutional,” said CCRKBA Chairman Alan Gottlieb. “Abigail Spanberger ran for office as a moderate, but immediately after being sworn in, her far-left agenda became apparent, and she especially launched an attack on the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Virginians.

“When the new law takes effect July 1, ironically just three days ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary, we are confident it will be successfully challenged in court,” he added. “The four prosecutors have reportedly reviewed the new statute, and they have all concluded that the ban is unconstitutional, and therefore unenforceable. We certainly agree.

“Nowadays,” Gottlieb observed, “it has become obvious that such bans are not being pushed by Democrats in the interest of public safety, but in a concerted effort to crush the protections guaranteed by the Second Amendment. Read more

Gun Control

CZ 75 Legend Now Shipping

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CZ is pleased to announce that the new CZ 75 Legend is now shipping to dealers nationwide. Built to honor one of the most influential handgun designs of the modern era, the CZ 75 Legend blends the timeless styling and handling characteristics of the original CZ 75 with refined features designed for today’s shooters and collectors.

The CZ 75 platform has earned a worldwide reputation for its ergonomics, shootability, and all-steel construction. The CZ 75 Legend continues that legacy with classic lines, premium quality, and the unmistakable feel that has made the CZ 75 a favorite among enthusiasts for generations.

“The CZ 75 has always represented more than just a pistol; it represents a benchmark in handgun design,” said Chris Sprangers, Director of Marketing for CZ. “The CZ 75 Legend was created to celebrate that legacy while delivering the quality, fit, and shooting experience customers expect from CZ today.” Read more

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