Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
Washington, MO – Elite Survival Systems, a leading provider of EDC gear and concealed carry accessories, is excited to announce its “Black Friday Every Friday” sale. Starting on November 3rd, 2023, and running every Friday through the end of the month, Elite Survival Systems will be offering a new doorbuster deal on gun cases, concealed carry packs and backpacks, and other high-end gun accessories. Read more
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New revelations in the aftermath of the mass shooting which took 18 lives in Maine provide growing evidence authorities failed when they might have prevented the deadly attack, the Second Amendment Foundation is noting, while criticizing calls for a slate of new, restrictive gun control laws.
The Boston Globe reported that the killer was involuntarily committed to a mental hospital in July, and an article in Reason noted the man’s family told police of their concerns about his mental state five months before the Lewiston rampage. Instead of focusing on these failures, anti-gunners from President Joe Biden on down the scale have dragged out their well-worn and repeatedly rejected gun control agenda as a response, SAF said.
“Biden and his fellow gun prohibitionists literally jumped at the opportunity to exploit another tragedy to push gun control schemes which would not have prevented the mayhem,” said SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan Gottlieb. “They want background checks, which the killer passed. They call for waiting periods, but the gun recovered by police was legally purchased months ago, weeks after his family contacted authorities and prior to his hospital confinement.
“Contrary to what Michael Bloomberg’s Everytown group is saying about so-called ‘weak gun laws’ in Maine,” he added, “this case, like so many in the past, is revealing a failure by local authorities to act on reliable information and utilize existing laws. As a result, some Maine Democrats are now hinting at a new spate of gun restrictions which will accomplish nothing except to penalize honest citizens and erode their Second Amendment rights.” Read more
[Eugene, OR] — Bowtech, a name synonymous with innovation and excellence in the archery industry, is proud to unveil its latest game-changers, the 2024 Bowtech Core SS and Core SR. Engineered to push the boundaries of archery technology, these bows are set to redefine the archery experience.
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This bow delivers extreme speed while maintaining an astonishingly comfortable draw and unparalleled accuracy. It’s the embodiment of precision and power, setting a new standard for high-performance speed bows. The Core SR is the ultimate choice for those who demand top-tier speed without compromising on comfort. Read more
SIG SAUER Combines Compact Sizing and Power with the P320-XTEN COMP
NEWINGTON, N.H. – The 10mm SIG SAUER P320-XTEN COMP is the first carry-size P320-XTEN from SIG SAUER and delivers significant recoil mitigation without sacrificing the power of 10mm required for the backcountry.
“The P320-XTEN COMP answers the call of enthusiasts for a 10mm carry size handgun fully optimized for hunters, fishermen, and hikers. Beginning with the new carry size 10mm/45 ACP grip module, the P320-XTEN is a smaller package for all-around easier backcountry carry,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “Additionally, through the pairing of the ported slide and Bull Barrel, the P320-XTEN COMP delivers a 20% recoil reduction and brings with it the exceptional accuracy and durability that are the hallmark of the P320 and XSERIES pistols.” Read more
The October 2023 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure of 1,370,719 is an increase of 8.3 percent compared to the October 2022 NSSF-adjusted NICS figure of 1,265,311. For comparison, the unadjusted October 2023 FBI NICS figure 2,194,313 reflects a 11.4 percent decrease from the unadjusted FBI NICS figure of 2,475,869 in October 2022. Read more
By Glen Wunderlich
We keep hearing about the civilian deaths attributed to the Israel/Hamas war. Let’s take a quick history refresher, when the United States dropped two A-bombs on Japan. Undoubtedly, the two bombs caused horrific results, with one bomb clearing five square miles of everything.
It is estimated that around 140,000 of Hiroshima’s population of 350,000 were killed in the bombing, and it is estimated that around 74,000 people died in Nagasaki.
In Hiroshima, on August 6, around 80,000 people were killed immediately when the bomb was dropped. In Nagasaki, on August 9, around 40,000 people were killed instantly. Tens of thousands of others died in the aftermath, of radiation poisoning and their injuries.
Undeniable at the same time, the A-bombs ended the senseless killing world-wide between the war-torn nations. How many more innocents were to be killed in the years-long war had the bombs not been deployed is anyone’s guess.
When it comes to a peoples’ literal existence, the “rule book” of war is naturally disregarded in the effort to survive.
USA Archery has partnered with some of the biggest names in archery in launching the 2024 USA Archery Sweepstakes, which aims to benefit member clubs across the country.
Sweepstakes entries will go on sale November 1 and remain available for purchase through August 1, 2024. Register early to be entered in all prize drawings through 2024!
Prize drawings will be made on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday of each week from January 1 through November 30, and daily in December in 2024, with hundreds of incredible prizes on offer, thanks to more than 20 amazing partners. The total value of all prizes is over $100,000!
Among the prizes are stabilizer bows, arrows, bowstrings, sights, stabilizer sets, binoculars, spotting scopes, tripods, gift cards, and a 10-day South African safari! Read more
If you care about protecting, preserving and promoting Michigan’s natural and cultural resources, there are many ways to get involved in taking care of them. Here are some opportunities coming up in November.
Several state parks in southern Michigan will host volunteer stewardship workdays. Volunteers are needed to help restore natural areas by removing invasive plants that threaten high-quality ecosystems or collecting native wildflower and grass seeds. Workdays will take place: Read more
Did you know that for only $15 you can have 365 days of hunting fun? Conservation First USA is raffling a package for three hunt permit-tags — one each for black bear, mountain lion and javelina — and seven days of guided services with Dieringer Outfitters that includes meals and lodging.