Protect Yourself on the Water with Fish Monkey Face Guards

Today’s anglers are more cognizant than ever before of the harmful damage the sun can cause, from not just skin cancers but even just a nasty sunburn at the end of a long and otherwise enjoyable day on the water. Of critical importance is protecting the sensitive skin of the face, neck and ears, areas which are most susceptible to sun damage from prolonged exposure. For years, fishermen have turned to face guards, but most are just a simple tube of fabric left over from performance shirts. They don’t breathe well and also promote fogging when wearing sunglasses.

Fish Monkey turned the corner with a uniquely designed Performance Face Guard to eliminate these issues. First is the flared design which greatly improves the comfort. After all, we’re a brand built around all-day wearability, so our face guards are designed to offer that same level of performance as our gloves. This new design is worlds apart from the traditional tube in terms of comfort. And there are also some hot new colors and patterns. Read more

Love State Parks and Trails? Apply for Committee and Workgroup 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 mid-March for vacancies on three key advisory bodies that work with the DNR.

  • Michigan State Parks Advisory Committee

The DNR is accepting applications for an opening on the 12-member Michigan State Parks Advisory Committee. Volunteers serve terms of up to four years and meet six times a year virtually or at locations around the state. The ideal candidate will be a resident of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

The committee advises and makes recommendation to the DNR on state parks policy and provides guidance on state park development, management, stewardship, funding and planning.

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Mark V Deluxe Varmintmaster and .224 WBY Magnum Are Back

Weatherby proudly announces the return of the Mark V® Deluxe Varmintmaster, a modernized take on Roy Weatherby’s legendary small-caliber hunting rifle. Weatherby is also bringing back .224 WBY Magnum ammunition, now hand-loaded at the company’s Sheridan, Wyoming facility.

Originally introduced in 1964, the Varmintmaster was built on a 6-lug bolt action, designed for high-velocity cartridges like the .224 WBY Magnum. The new Mark V Standard Short Action revitalizes this legacy, featuring a refined design that enhances precision while maintaining Weatherby’s renowned craftsmanship. If you are familiar with Weatherby’s current Mark V line, all rifles are built on a 9-Lug Magnum Action or a 6-Lug Standard Action. This new action is slightly longer than the original Varmintmaster action and compatible with the .308 Win family of cartridges. The reintroduction and modernization of the Varmintmaster will open some exciting doors for Weatherby in the future.

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Springfield Armory Announces Launch of the SAINT Victor Pistol in 9mm

Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of the SAINT® Victor Pistol, the newest addition to the Victor line of AR-pattern firearms. This 9mm-chambered AR-pattern pistol adds a new level of capability to the popular SAINT Victor series.

The SAINT Victor Pistol is designed to deliver a capable 9mm with all the performance and capability you have come to expect from the SAINT Victor line. Featuring forged 7075 T6 aluminum dedicated 9mm upper and lower receivers, this new pistol is built to deliver.

Employing a rugged direct blowback system of operation that ensures rock-solid reliability, the SAINT Victor Pistol features a compact Melonite®-coated 5.5” barrel. At the muzzle is the SA Muzzle Drum, recessed under the pistol’s free-floated handguard. The handguard features M-Lok® slots for accessories, and an M-Lok handstop is included on the lower forward section of the handguard. A handy QD mount is located on the receiver end plate.

The pistol feeds from the included Colt®-pattern, 32-round magazine that interfaces with the pistol’s dedicated 9mm lower. Rounding out the package is an adjustable SB Tactical SBA3 pistol brace on the three-position receiver extension; a B5 Systems polymer trigger guard and B5 Systems Type 23 P-Grip; and a 45-degree, short-throw ambidextrous safety. Read more

Long-Range Precision Competition PCP: The Hatsan TacBoss Fits the Bill

For competition air rifle enthusiasts, HatsanUSA has released the TacBoss, a long-rang precision competition PCP air rifle, which is new for 2025. This cutting-edge, side-lever, manual-loading air rifle combines superior power, precision, and comfort, offering shooters the ultimate tool for target shooting, hunting, and competitive sports. Available in .22 and .25 calibers, the TacBoss is designed to meet the needs of both novice and experienced shooters.

The TacBoss is equipped with several industry-leading features that enhance its performance. Its QuietEnergy (QE) Technology ensures a quieter shooting experience with a fully shrouded barrel and integrated sound moderator that significantly reduces downrange noise.

One of the standout features of this air rifle is the removable 580cc carbon fiber air cylinder, which fills to 250BAR. This ensures that your optimal velocity shot count* is high (80-90) while maintaining muzzle energy for game and competition (31-37 FPE) on a single fill. Dual pressure gauges allow shooters to monitor both fill and regulated pressures, while the Foster quick disconnect fill fitting makes recharging the rifle quick and simple. The precision rifled and choked German steel barrel guarantees exceptional accuracy, while the 1/2″ UNF threaded muzzle provides the versatility to attach suppressors or other muzzle accessories.

An aluminum receiver with an integrated optics rail provides a stable foundation for optics, and the elevation adjustable cheek rest and pistol grip ensure comfort and precision in every shot.

Designed for maximum customization and comfort, the rifle features a 3-way adjustable side-folding aluminum stock, with the option for an additional competition butt plate accessory. The stock also includes two slots for spare magazines, ensuring shooters are always prepared. For added versatility, the rifle is equipped with three accessory rails beneath the forearm and on the sides, for mounting a variety of accessories. Read more

Gear Up for Spring Turkey Season with Hunt Monkey

As we transition from winter, keep in mind that spring is right around the corner and with it comes one of our most highly anticipated times of the entire year: spring turkey season. Here are a few key tips for success with that big tom gobbler this year.

Camouflaging your hands is critical for success with sharp-eyed spring birds, but it’s even more important to maintain a solid grip on your equipment while easily and safely operating the trigger or arrow release. Having the right gear is a key part of any successful hunt.

Start the season with the Sneaky Pete, for those mild conditions where concealment and dexterity are key factors. This half-finger glove has a second skin fit for precise control, with a synthetic leather palm for hand protection. This available in one of the best camouflage patterns in the world—Mossy Oak Bottomland—as well as Marsh Camo.

And when you need a functional base layer for versatility to beat the cold in changing conditions or the day calls for a lightweight concealment option, Monkey Hands is your glove. This one has second skin fit and brushed interior finish for added warmth to work well as a base glove and non-slip silicone palms for superior grip when worn on its own. There are slit openings in the index finger and thumb for added dexterity when you need it the most. And it’s also available in Mossy Oak Bottomland as well as Marsh Camo and standard black. Read more

FWP Releases Final Environmental Impact Statement for 2025 Wolf Management Plan

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has released a final environmental impact statement (EIS) analyzing potential environmental impacts from the statewide management of gray wolves.?

Issuing the final EIS is a key step in a process that started in 2023, when FWP originally released the draft EIS. The draft EIS was made available for public review and comment from Oct. 20, 2023, through Dec. 19, 2023, and again from Feb. 8, 2024, through March 9, 2024. The additional 30-day comment window was to offer an opportunity for additional input from Tribes and affected counties.

“This final EIS means the update to the 2003 Wolf Plan is nearly complete,” said FWP Director Christy Clark. “We appreciate the comments and feedback we’ve received on our draft documents from people across the state and country. That input is critical in ensuring we have a plan that is effective in managing wolves moving forward.”

FWP analyzed two alternatives in the final EIS. Alternative 1, the “no action” alternative, would represent the status quo. Read more

Mountain Lion Management Is A Cooperative Effort

For the past several years, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has worked with local hound handlers to monitor lion populations. This unique and beneficial relationship is an efficient way to monitor a highly elusive species.

“We contract with hound handlers from the public,” said Molly Parks, FWP’s carnivore coordinator. “The hound handlers are very skilled with highly trained hounds. That’s exactly the skill we need to make this research project work.”

The local handlers bring a high level of integrity to the data being collected.

“They care deeply for the resource and are committed to collecting high quality data. Plus, they are trusted members of the community and can help communicate results,” Parks said.

Routine population monitoring began in 2019, when FWP developed a mountain lion monitoring and management strategy. Each winter, the hound handlers contract with FWP to use their dogs to track, tree, and biopsy dart the cats to collect a DNA sample in a new monitoring area.

New this season, FWP biologists are also deploying GPS collars on a subset of the treed cats to collect additional data. The data collected from both biopsy darts and GPS collars will be combined with 25 years of lion ecology research and lion harvest data is combined in statistical models that estimate ecoregional lion abundance and density, predict the effects of lion harvest on those populations, inform management recommendations and set quotas.

The information gathered from field monitoring and results from population models are considered by the Lion Ecoregional Population Objective Committees (LEPOC), which are made up of hunters, livestock producers, hound handlers and others who have an interest in mountain lion management and live in the lion ecoregion. The LEPOC makes recommendations to FWP regarding population targets and highlight localized areas of concern. FWP staff propose quotas to the Fish and Wildlife Commission based on the LEPOC recommendations. The commission makes the final decisions on quotas and regulations each year.

“This field work is really the core of our lion monitoring,” Parks said of the program. “We couldn’t do it without lion hunters and hound handlers.”

WATCH: Mountain Lion Research in SW Montana

EAA Witness2311 Golden BRAT Compact Double Stack 1911

Cocoa, FL – European American Armory (EAA) is excited to announce the arrival of the Witness2311® Golden BRAT (SKU: 395088), a striking special edition of the Witness2311 Double Stack series. Designed for those who demand both performance and style, this compact pistol offers a 17+1 round capacity, delivering maximum firepower in a sleek, easy to carry package.

With a shorter slide and 3.4-inch barrel, the Golden Brat is built for concealed carry while maintaining superior accuracy thanks to its Bull Barrel lock up. What sets the Golden BRAT apart from the rest of the Witness2311 series is its polished Gold Titanium Nitride slide, barrel, and accent small parts, creating a bold contrast against the black frame and grip.

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New HEVI-Bismuth and HEVI-13 Turkey Loads Now Shipping

SWEET HOME, Oregon –– HEVI-Shot Ammunition recently launched several new turkey loads for the upcoming 2025 spring season, and retailers are now stocking shelves with them. Two new HEVI-Bismuth Turkey 3-inch, 12- and 20-gauge offerings in 4/5 shot, and four HEVI-13 3-inch, 12- and 20-gauge offerings in 6 or 7 shot are currently being delivered to retailers nationwide.

“We are excited to be shipping our new-for-2025 loads to turkey hunters gearing up for a great spring season,” said Tina Larsen, HEVI-Shot’s marketing manager. “This includes an entirely new product line in HEVI-Bismuth Turkey. Plus, HEVI-Shot’s original HEVI-13 product line is returning. These products offer excellent, hard-hitting solutions for hunters seeking non-leaded options at specific price points.”

The new HEVI-Bismuth Turkey product line comprises two 3-inch 12- and 20-gauge offerings. With a blend of 4 and 5 shot made with 9.6 g/cc HEVI-Bismuth, turkey hunters get blistering speed and 22 percent more energy compared to steel. Learn more at:

https://www.hevishot.com/turkey/hevi-bismuth-turkey.

HEVI-Shot’s original HEVI-13 returns in 2025. It comprises four 3-inch 12- and 20-gauge offerings in 6 and 7 shot. Loaded with HEVI-Shot 12 g/cc tungsten, HEVI-13 offers 20 percent more effective range and energy than lead turkey payloads. Learn more at: https://www.hevishot.com/turkey/hevi-13-turkey.

Part No. / Description / MSRP

HSBT412045 / HEVI-Bismuth Turkey 12g, 3”, 4 & 5, 1¾ oz, 5-count box / $23.99

HSBT420045 / HEVI-Bismuth Turkey 20g, 3”, 4 & 5, 1¼ oz, 5-count box / $20.99

HS43026 / HEVI-13 12g, 3”, 6, 2 oz, Tungsten, 5-count box / $50.99

HS43027 / HEVI-13 12g, 3”, 7, 2 oz, Tungsten, 5-count box / $50.99

HS306 / HEVI-13 20g, 3”, 6, 1¼ oz, 5-count box / $39.99

HS307 / HEVI-13 20g, 3”, 7, 1¼ oz, 5-count box / $39.99 Read more

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