Washington Hunter Bags Two Cougars with One Arrow
A hunter unknowingly killed two mountain lions with one arrow. Game officials gave him a pass on a ticket but issued a warning, nonetheless. Accidents do happen and the story is here…
World’s Oldest Coyote Dies in Captivity
A young coyote had been taken from a den and raised illegally until he was nine weeks old, at which point he was discovered by authorities and taken to a wildlife rehabilitation center. It was later determined that Cody was far too tame to be reintroduced to the wild and the coyote was transported to the Howell, Michigan nature center. More here…
Turkey Hunters Are Lok’d & Lethal™ With Winchester’s All New Long Beard XR™
EAST ALTON, Ill. (Sept. 19, 2013)—Forty yards has long been the standard by which all turkey loads were measured … No more. It’s time to go farther with Winchester Long Beard XR™. Winchester® Ammunition introduces the most innovative lead turkey load in its history, the new Long Beard XR, which provides increased lethality at longer ranges, more than any other turkey load.
Featuring new-to-the-world Shot-Lok™ Technology, Long Beard XR offers the tightest patterns and longest shot capability of any lead turkey load in history—with twice the pellets in a 10” circle out to 60 yards compared to traditional lead loads. Long Beard XR has the knockdown power of popular heavier-than-lead loads at a fraction of the cost, meaning it’s a turkey-slamming game changer for hunters looking to push the limits. Read more
Governor signs bill to streamline hunting, fishing options and boost investment in natural resources
LANSING, Mich. – Gov. Rick Snyder today signed legislation that authorizes important changes to Michigan’s hunting and fishing license structure, simplifying the license options for outdoor enthusiasts – reducing the number of license types by more than 80 percent – and providing vital additional revenue for wildlife and fisheries habitat, conservation, outreach work and law enforcement. Under the new structure, which takes effect March 1, 2014, anglers will no longer need to choose between Restricted and All-Species licenses, and hunters will now purchase a new “base” license. Read more
Nikon’s Smallest Rangefinder Offers Big-Time Performance
If smaller means better, then Nikon’s all-new ACULON Rangefinder is at the top of its class. With its ultra-compact size (3.6″x2.9″x1.5), this new rangefinder redefines “portability” and is small enough to fit inside almost any pocket. Weighing just 4.4 ounces (without batteries), the ACULON Rangefinder is built to be taken everywhere. Read more
Bullseye Camera Systems Announces Brownells Facebook Giveaway
Eugene, OR–Bullseye Camera Systems, LLC is donating 3 long range wireless target camera systems to Brownells’ Facebook giveaway. Starting today customers are asked to enter just once between the 18th and 25th. Three winners will be randomly selected and announced on the 26th. Read more
Bushnell Introduces Two New Fixed Power Red Dot Sights in the AR Optics Line
Overland Park, Kan. – Bushnell, an industry-leader in high performance sports optics for 65 years, has introduced two new 1x 28mm red dot sights to the AR Optics product line. Both sights feature multi-coated optics for enhanced image clarity and quality, and a waterproof and fog-proof design for long-lasting performance and reliability. Read more
Mossy Oak ShotShell Thermo Bottle, Great For Beverages On The Go
SEALY, TX – Keep your drink at just the right temperature with the 12-guage ShotShell Thermo Bottle in Mossy Oak camo. A product of Visual Promotions, this stylish insulated bottle keeps drinks hot or cold for up to 24 hours. It’s great for keeping coffee on hand for hunting and camping trips. Read more
Custom Image Handgun Grips
Brighton, CO– Rio Grande Custom Grips www.riograndecustomgrips.com Announces their move in to full custom design handgun grips (also known as stocks). If it is a customer supplied image, logo, text, photograph or whatever, Rio Grande can get it on your favorite handgun’s grips. Read more
Antler point restriction updates for Sept. 21- 22 deer hunters
After a critical review of the Wildlife Conservation Order, the Department of Natural Resources has determined that ALL qualified participants in the upcoming Sept. 21-22 Liberty Hunt are exempt from antler point restrictions (APRs) in the following areas:
- Zone 1
- The new 12-county APR area – Emmet, Antrim, Charlevoix, Kalkaska, Grand Traverse, Benzie, Manistee, Mason, Lake, Osceola, Missaukee and Wexford counties
- Deer management unit (DMU) 487 Read more