Why Didn’t HSUS Stop This Rhino Hunt?

This from www.HumaneWatch.org and I could not agree more…
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The Humane Society of the United States has been indignantly complaining in the media recently about an auction that occurred on Saturday. The Dallas Safari Club auctioned off a permit to hunt a black rhino, an endangered species, in Namibia for $350,000.
Sound troubling? At first glance, probably. But consider the situation:

  • A few rhinos a year are shot by the government of Namibia as a part of population management;
  • The rhino will be older and not capable of breeding;
  • Older, non-breeding rhinos can harm younger, breeding rhinos;
  • The money raised is going towards anti-poaching efforts (poaching is a major threat to the rhinos). Read more
General

Franchi Introduces 3½-inch Intensity

ACCOKEEK, MD– Franchi’s Intensity is a 3 ½-inch 12-gauge powerhouse featuring the versatile Inertia Driven® system. The new Intensity shotguns embody the feel of smaller gauge guns, which is possible because the recoil spring encircles the magazine tube located forward of the receiver. This is what keeps recoil in line with the shooter and helps reduce muzzle flip. Read more

Firearms, Hunting

Nighthunter Riflescopes: Tested to Over 1000 Gs and Deliver 94%+ Light Transmission

GREELEY, CO- The Nighthunter Xtreme premium German-made riflescope line features high definition glass and rugged components. Over half a century of experience building rugged and reliable, mil-spec products provided Steiner the ability to develop this new line of hunting scopes. Many optics manufacturers boast shock resistance, but Steiner’s battle-grade components introduce a new level of toughness. The Nighthunter Scopes are tested to withstand up to 1000 Gs of force and are waterproof to 6 feet – with electronics installed! Read more

Firearms, Hunting

Burris Perfects Customized Riflescopes with New C4 Plus

GREELEY, Colo. – Burris® is proud to introduce the new C4 Plus™ line of riflescopes. Offering a truly customized shooting experience, C4 Plus riflescopes provide a custom elevation turret that matches your exact ammunition. PLUS, shooters will enjoy a customized WindMap™ that provides wind hold-off information for your specific ammunition. This customized shooting platform is built with Burris quality and available at an affordable price. Read more

Firearms, Hunting

Michigan Deer Kill Down

In Michigan, the Upper Peninsula’s kill fell an estimated 15 to 20 percent, while the Lower Peninsula’s kill fell about 10 percent. The annual Mackinac Bridge Authority’s survey of deer on hunters’ vehicles showed a 34 percent decline, with 4,207 deer counted in November, down from 6,420 in 2012. Further, the bridge survey was 26 percent below 2011’s count, 5,731.

Hunting, Wildlife
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