FPC Files Lawsuit Challenging Washington D.C. Magazine Ban

WASHINGTON ? Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced Wednesday that it has filed a new federal lawsuit challenging Washington D.C.’s ban on firearm magazines that can hold more than 10 rounds. The complaint in Wehr-Darroca v. D.C. can be viewed at firearmspolicy.org/wehr-darroca.

“The magazines at issue in this case are not ‘dangerous and unusual,’ but instead are standard components of the sorts of bearable arms in common use for lawful purposes,” the lawsuit argues.

“Washington D.C. is not exempt from the Constitution,” said FPC President Brandon Combs. “Today FPC continues its work to end these immoral firearm magazine bans and other unconstitutional policies throughout the country.” Read more

Gun Control

Turn Christmas Leftovers into ‘Habitat for the Holidays’

When the eggnog is finished and the last of the holiday feasts are over, many live Christmas trees are destined to sit next to the road until the sanitation department picks them up. Instead of tossing your festive fir to the curb on Dec. 26, donate it to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Habitat for the Holidays program.

AGFC biologists throughout the state have designated special Christmas tree donation locations where you can deliver your tree so it can be used as fish habitat in local lakes.

The drop-off locations act just like a “take-a-penny, leave-a-penny tray” at a cashier’s station, only it’s for fish. Anyone who wants to drop off their natural Christmas tree can take it to a location and leave it. Any angler who wants to take the trees and sink them can do so throughout January. After that, AGFC staff will take the remainder of the trees and freshen up some of the existing fishing hotspots found on the AGFC interactive map.

Anglers should bring their own rope and weights to sink the trees. Paracord works well to bind trees together and attach the weight (sandbags and cinder blocks are most commonly used).

Christmas trees are relatively short-term habitat because they don’t have much thick woody material, but they can be gathered in clusters easily and sunk in large groups. The main stems will last longer than the wispy branches and continue to draw fish throughout the year. Many anglers use these Christmas trees to freshen up productive attractor sites every year, with the main trunks offering long-lasting cover and the branches of the new brush.

Fishing

Defeat the Cold with Fish Monkey

Ice fishing is one of the world’s truly extreme sports. It’s great fun and there is plenty of action, not to mention the good times and camaraderie shared by those who participate in this winter activity. In order to be safe and successful you need the right gear, and it starts with a good pair of gloves.

Most anglers just grab a pair of heavy insulated work gloves, but fishing requires more. You need a glove that’s not only waterproof but also one that has the dexterity to allow you to manipulate small rods and reels easily. One that can go from driving a snow machine or side by side to drilling an auger to baiting tiny hooks. Meet the cold-weather glove lineup from Fish Monkey.

First up is the Stealth Sherpa Dry-Tec Heavyweight Gloves and Mittens. These are 100 percent wind- and waterproof, but even more important, they are constructed with a durable water repellent finish. Read more

Fishing, Hunting, Wildlife

OSCF Launches the All I Want for Christmas is Pew Sweepstakes

Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation (OSCF) is excited to announce its partnership with industry leaders for the All I Want for Christmas is Pew Sweepstakes. This collaboration between OSCF, Gun Tote’n Mamas (GTM), Princeton Tec, C&H Precision, Shell Shock and HOIST offers the opportunity to win an incredible prize package.

The grand prize package ($928.87 total value) for the All I Want for Christmas is Pew Sweepstakes includes:

    • One (1) C&H Precision COMP Red Dot Optic (ARV: $269.96)
    • One (1) Shell Shock Premium Eyes & Ears Combo (ARV: $193.00)
    • One Princeton Tec Vizz RGB (ARV: $59.99)
    • One (1) Princeton Tec Hat
    • One (1) Year Supply HOIST Hydration (ARV: $158.98)
    • One (1) GTM Sling Backpack, Distressed Buffalo (ARV: $175.95)

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Contests, General, Optics

Love Michigan state parks and trails? Apply for workgroup and committee vacancies

If you are a fan of Michigan state parks and trails and have always wanted to add your voice to the discussion that shapes them, consider applying by Jan. 15 for vacancies on two key advisory bodies that work with the DNR.

Snowmobile Advisory Workgroup

The DNR is accepting applications for an opening on the Snowmobile Advisory Workgroup, which consists of seven volunteers each serving four-year terms. Travel expenses to and from meetings are eligible for reimbursement. The group, which works closely with the Trails Advisory Council, meets quarterly at varying locations around the state. The ideal candidate will fill a member-at-large position.

Members work alongside the DNR Trails Program staff to discuss and implement the sound management of recreational snowmobiling throughout the state. Topics may include snowmobile safety and education; balanced relationships with the environment and wildlife; the collection, development and dissemination of snow trail information; and collaboration with other trail user groups.

Michigan State Parks Advisory Committee

The DNR is accepting applications for openings on the Michigan State Parks Advisory Committee, which consists of 12 volunteers, each serving up to four-year terms. The group meets six times per year either online or at locations around the state. The ideal candidates will reside in the Upper Peninsula, northeast Lower Peninsula, northwest Lower Peninsula, mid-Michigan or southeast Lower Peninsula.

The committee advises and makes recommendations to the chief of the DNR Parks and Recreation Division on state parks policy and provides guidance on state park development, management, stewardship, funding and planning.

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Wildlife

Barnes Bullets Participates in the 2024 Creedmoor Christmas Giveaway

MONA, Utah –– Barnes Bullets is excited to partner with C&H Precision, Daniel Defense and HuntStand in the 2024 Creedmoor Christmas Giveaway. Running now until December 27, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. EST, this giveaway offers participants a chance to win an incredible prize package of different products carefully selected by each brand.

2024 Creedmoor Christmas Giveaway Prize Package:

·One (1) C&H LPVO

·Five (5) Boxes of Barnes VOR-TX Rifle 6.5 Creedmoor 120 GR Bullets

·One (1) Daniel Defense Delta 5 6.5 Creedmoor Bolt Action Rifle

·Five (5) HuntStand Pro Whitetail Subscriptions

Barnes’ contribution of its VOR-TX Rifle 6.5 Creedmoor 120 GR Bullets, renowned for their excellent accuracy, is a prime example of the company’s dedication to quality and innovation. These all-copper bullets deliver incredible power, maximum weight retention and immense energy transfer. Designed for hunters or shooters who demand precision and performance, they are guaranteed to deliver exceptional results. Read more

Ammunition, Contests

Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation to Present Oral Arguments in CDC Puppy Ban Case

This Thursday, Dec. 19, the Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation (SAF) will present oral arguments in support of its request to preliminarily enjoin recent dog-import restrictions imposed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

SAF sued CDC in August 2024 to rescind a rule restricting the importation of dogs into the United States. Shortly after suing CDC, SAF filed a motion for preliminary injunction. The CDC opposed that motion, and SAF answered with additional arguments and a reaffirmed commitment to holding CDC accountable for its overreach.

The CDC rule illegally restricts the import of puppies from countries that have been determined to be free of dog rabies or those that are at low risk of introducing dog rabies. Specifically, the rule requires a puppy to be at least six months of age and microchipped to enter (or reenter) the United States.

If granted, the preliminary injunction would pause implementation of the rule’s restrictions on puppy imports and reentries from rabies-free or low-risk countries until the court makes a final decision on the lawfulness of the rulemaking. A preliminary injunction is just the first, but necessary, step in protecting the interests of our members. Hunters and sporting dog owners are harmed by the rule’s restrictions – our members are having hunts, trials and plans for welcoming new puppies into their families interrupted or stopped altogether because of the CDC’s overreach. Read more

Animal Rights, Hunting

Environmentalists Dismiss Lawsuit to Ban Lead Ammo on West Virginia Refuge

Last week, after a year and a half of stalled litigation seeking to force the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) to ban lead ammo in the Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge, the plaintiffs stipulated a dismissal of their lawsuit.

Every year, FWS opens new and modifies pre-existing hunting and fishing opportunities through “station-specific” refuge regulations. The 2022-23 proposed rule announced that the Service would be phasing out lead ammunition on the Canaan Valley Refuge. However, after going through the notice and comment period, FWS decided not to phase out lead ammo on the refuge.

A group of environmental plaintiffs, led by The National Wildlife Refuge Association and the Sierra Club filed suit in July 2023, seeking to force FWS to go forward with the ban on lead ammunition. The Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation, along with Safari Club International and the National Rifle Association, intervened in the case to defend the decision.

“The suit was baseless from the start,” said Michael Jean, Litigation Counsel for Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation. “You cannot use the courts to force agencies to make rules, unless Congress has specifically required the agency to make the rule, and there is no such mandate from Congress in the 1997 Improvement Act, or any other law.” Read more

Ammunition, Animal Rights

CCW Safe Offers Christmas Shopping Safety Tips

Stay safe this holiday shopping season with advice from CCW SafeCCW Safe, a leader in Self Defense Legal Coverage, is dedicated to helping shoppers stay safe while enjoying the festive season. With holiday shopping in full swing, bustling malls and crowded stores create opportunities for safety risks. To help consumers shop confidently and securely, CCW Safe has compiled practical safety tips for navigating this busy time of year.

The holiday season draws countless shoppers to stores in search of the perfect gifts for loved ones. Unfortunately, this uptick in activity can also attract potential threats. CCW Safe encourages everyone to remain vigilant and proactive about personal safety.

“No one should ever have to feel unsafe during the holidays,” said Chad Keffer, Director of Marketing at CCW Safe. “Our goal is to help shoppers enjoy their shopping experience without compromising their safety.”

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Firearms

Secure and Convenient RFID Access Safes from Hornady Security

Hornady Security® has fulfilled the charge to create a highly secure system of safes by incorporating cutting-edge RFID technology in its RAPiD® safe line. These safes offer the quickest and most dependable access to firearms and valuables with unmatched security from unauthorized users.

Simplifying security is a responsibility that the engineers at Hornady® do not take lightly. They understand that leveraging advancements in Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags and readers offers consumers leading-edge technology while providing unrivaled security. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) refers to a wireless system comprising two components: tags and readers. The reader is a device with one or more antennas that emit radio waves and receive signals from the RFID tag. Read more

Firearms
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