Bass Pro Shops RedHead Deer Trax rubber boots receive

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Outdoor Life magazine presented a coveted 2014 Boot Test Great Buy Award to Bass Pro Shops RedHead Deer Trax rubber hunting boots. These 16” waterproof boots with 600 grams of 3M™ Thinsulate, designed to keep hunters’ feet dry, warm and comfortable, were selected by Outdoor Life as giving hunters the best bang for their buck.Bass Pro Shops RedHead Deer Trax rubber boots receive 2014 Outdoor Life Great Buy award

“Outdoor Life’s ratings give you the unbiased and accurate truth on outdoor gear,” said Andrew McKean, editor of Outdoor Life. “Products are thoroughly tested, and winning items earn the title based exclusively on the hard data and scores. So when we say a particular item is the best, you can take that to the bank.” Read more

Hunting

No Wolf Hunt in 2014, No Matter What Happens on November Referendums

Natural Resources Commission Asks DNR to Review Science, Data on Wolf Depredations for 2015

EAST LANSING—The Natural Resources Commission today announced that it would not consider a wolf hunt for 2014, even if the two referendums on the November 2014 ballot, which originally authorized a wolf hunt were approved. A separate law, the Scientific Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, will grant the Natural Resources Commission authority to designate game species using sound science, when it takes effect in March or April.

“Even if the referendums are passed, there would not be time to establish a wolf hunt in 2014,” said Commissioner John Matonich.  “We asked the Wildlife Division to study the science and the data on wolf depredations of dogs and livestock and present their findings to the commission in 2015.”

Russ Mason, chief of the DNR Wildlife Division, also announced that department biologists would be reviewing and possibly updating the department’s wolf management plan.

“We’re very happy with the decision to study the science and not to rush a wolf hunt this year,” said Amy Trotter, resource policy manager for Michigan United Conservation Clubs. “The Scientific Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act was not about a wolf hunt, despite what the anti-hunters claimed. It was about making the decision, and others like it, with sound science, and that is exactly what the NRC has asked for. “ Read more

Animal Rights, Hunting, Wildlife

Nikon Sport Optics Welcomes Fall with Two New Promotions

Nikon is introducing two new promotions.

The first is Nikon’s Power Up Your Next Adventure promotion. Now through November 16, 2014, outdoor lovers can enjoy instant savings on nearly all Nikon PROSTAFF sport optics – including up to $70 off eligible PROSTAFF rangefinders, $30 off eligible PROSTAFF 5 and 7S binoculars, and up to $150 off eligible PROSTAFF 3 and 5 Fieldscopes.

Nikon’s second fall promotion aims to help hunters prepare for the upcoming hunting seasons. The BDC Bonus Days Are Back promotion offers shooters instant savings of up $100 on select BDC reticle riflescopes – including scopes from the MONARCH 3, PROSTAFF 5, INLINE XR, SLUGHUNTER, and BOLT XR lines. The Spot On BDC promotion also runs through November 16, 2014.

For more information on the Power Up Your Next Adventure and BDC Bonus Days promotions visit www.nikonpromo.com.

Firearms, Hunting

RWC Group LLC Offers the Only Authentic Concern Kalashnikov Product

RWC Group LLC of Tullytown, Pennsylvania, the exclusive importer of the authentic Concern Kalashnikov Izhmash Saiga line of rifles and shotguns is pleased to announce that product is now shipping to select distributors. Consumers should be aware that there are many replica AK47s in the market but only RWC Group offers the genuine Concern Kalasnikov product.

Product is now available through the following select distributors: AcuSport, Bill Hick’s, Big Rock Sports, RSR Group, Sports South & Chattanooga Shooting Supply. Quantities are limited. Distributors and dealers should not delay placing orders. This product line up will include the Saiga IZ132Z (7.62x39mm) rifle. This upgrade features battle proven and tested Command Arms (www.commandarms.com) accessories including an AK47 pistol grip (UPG47); collapsible butt stock (CBS); stock tube (AKTSP); magazine release extension (AKMR); adjustable cheekpiece (ACP); quad Picatinny rail forend (RS47 set); and an ergonomic vertical grip (EVG). The upgrade will also include a 30-round double-stack, polymer magazine. Read more

Firearms

15-Page “Boater’s Guide To Winterizing” Offered by BoatUS

Unlike this vessel, boats that are properly winterized are most likely to enter next year’s boating season without damage and ready to hit water (credit: Jack Hornor).

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Water expands in volume by about nine percent when it freezes, creating a staggering force that can crack a boat engine block, damage fiberglass, split hoses, or destroy a boat’s refrigeration system overnight. As fall approaches, Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) recently dug deep into its insurance claims files unearthing a trove of winterizing-related boat insurance claims and found that more than three-quarters involved cracks in the engine block or the exhaust manifolds. Now, the national boating services, safety and advocacy group is making available at no-cost the 15-page “Boater’s Guide to Winterizing” that can make the task easier for any type of boat. Read more

Fishing

SCI Donates $100,000 to Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation

Washington, D.C. – Safari Club International (SCI) is celebrating the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) 25th Anniversary with a contribution of $100,000. The check presentation was held during the Annual Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation VIP reception before their Annual Banquet & Auction in Washington, DC on Sept. 10th. “The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation plays the essential role of supporting bipartisanship for the hunters, anglers, and target shooters of our nation,” said SCI President Craig Kauffman. “SCI has been a proud partner of CSF since its beginning and I know we will continue to support their work in Washington, D.C. for years to come.” Read more

Hunting, Wildlife

Preparing For Deer Season: Strategies For Hit List Bucks And Fall Food Plots

Their Hit List is getting serious in the newest video at www.GrowingDeer.tv. Watch this episode to see the biggest buck they will be targeting and Dr. Woods’ preferred hunting strategies for mature bucks! Plus, it’s time to get moving on your fall food plots. They are a great attraction area for harvesting deer, but what if you add a tree plot right within your fall plot? It’s a killer combination! Read more

Hunting, Wildlife

A Chance At High-quality, Private Land Hunt In Meeker, Colorado

MEEKER, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the Miller Creek Ranch in Meeker are offering big-game hunters an opportunity to apply for a limited number of private property, elk and mule deer hunts during certain hunting seasons in fall of 2014.

The Miller Creek Ranch is within the White River mule deer and elk herd units, two of the largest big game populations in the state of Colorado. The ranch features a variety of habitat, including high elevation aspen and conifer forest, mountain shrub lands and lower elevation pinyon-juniper woodland and sagebrush.

There is no cost associated with the application. Interested hunters must complete and mail a written application by 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, 2014 to: Read more

Hunting

State of the Birds Report Shows Gains for Some Wetlands Species

MEMPHIS-A new report from the U.S. Committee of the North American Bird Conservation Initiative shows encouraging population gains for some wetland-dependent bird species. At the same time, the report’s authors warn about the future implications of the continuing loss of ephemeral or temporary wetlands in the prairies of the United States and Canada. Some species such as northern pintail and black tern, which rely heavily on ephemeral wetlands, have experienced long-term declines.

The State of the Birds 2014 reports that some wetland-dependent bird populations are at or near historic high levels, including mallards, gadwall, blue-winged teal, green-winged teal and northern shovelers, according to annual breeding bird surveys conducted in the United States and Canada.

“Many wetland bird species are doing very well,” said DU’s Chief Scientist Dr. Scott Yaich. “We can at least partially attribute this to collective wetland conservation efforts across the continent. But, two decades of unprecedented above-average rainfall in many key breeding areas are in large part responsible for duck population increases that are masking the loss of wetland habitats documented by other studies. We continue to be very concerned about the accelerating loss of wetlands in important areas for birds and what that will mean when we inevitably enter another dry period.” Read more

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