Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
The Humane Society for the United States (HSUS)doesn’t like the new kid on the block. HSUS has been spending inordinate amounts of energy attacking the newly launched Humane Society for Shelter Pets (HSSP), a group whose sole mission is to help shelter pets. Read more
An example of how government can steal firearms after registration is imposed is here…
Umarex USA is adding to its line-up of replica firearms chambered in .22 LR with the “tacticool” UZI! Made by Carl Walther in Germany, there are two variants of the Israel Weapon Industries licensed UZI .22-a rifle with a mock suppressor and a pistol. Read more
Animal rights activists have taken credit for the burning of cattle trucks at Harris Farms in western Fresno County, California early Sunday, according to a statement released by a clearinghouse for activists.
The whackos say the attack was aimed at “the horrors of factory farming.” Owners of the ranch call it terrorism. More here…
Long-time predator hunter, Ron Edgerly of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, killed the biggest bobcat of his hunting career: a 40-pounder. Fresh snow meant fresh tracks and after a couple of hours tracking the cat, the hunter began calling. A 12-gauge shotgun was his tool of choice. More here…
A northern Michigan man has been killed with an arrow shot from a crossbow. Oddly enough, police have yet to determine who, if anyone else, shot the man. Suicide has not been ruled out. More here…
Wixom, MI – The family-owned company best known for supplying the U.S. military with the finest battle optics in the world is reconfirming its commitment to American sportsmen with its ACOG® Crossbow Scope. As more state game agencies recognize crossbows as legal arms for archery seasons, crossbow hunters now have a top-quality Trijicon scope for the ultimate in accuracy and precision shot placement. Read more
Overland Park, Kan. – Bushnell Outdoor Products, an industry leader in high-performance sports optics for more than 60 years and a market leader in the trail camera industry, has introduced the Trophy Cam HD. Leading the industry with a one-year battery life and superior image clarity, Bushnell has enhanced its 2012 product line with a host of new features including high definition (HD) video, 0.6 second trigger speed, improved Field
Scan 2x time lapse technology and hyper night vision. Read more
January, 2012…Forest Park, IL- New Archery Products, the industry leader in broadheads and archery accessories, introduces the KILLZONE broadhead. Read more
As 2012 begins, it’s important to take note of groups that are working against your opportunities to hunt, trap, fish and enjoy the outdoors. To that effect, here is what we call The Dirty Dozen:
1) Humane Society of the United States or HSUS—needs no commentary or introduction to hunters and trappers everywhere, but Read more