Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
NSSF® tracks and reports monthly U.S. import units for several sporting arms, ammunition, and optics categories from the US International Trade Commission. Below are the results for May 2023 compared to May 2022. Read more
Many anglers say fall fishing for splake on Lake Superior is an experience unparalleled anywhere else in Michigan. When temperatures begin to drop and leaves start to turn, the splake bite picks up as the fish move nearshore.
Splake – a hybrid cross between lake trout and brook trout – have been stocked in Lake Superior most years since 1971, with annual stocking since 1990.
Marked splake have been central to that stocking effort since 2021, as part of an evaluation study. At the Marquette State Fish Hatchery in Michigan’s central Upper Peninsula, staff from the DNR’s Lake Superior and Northern Lake Michigan management units, as well as field staff from across the state, put in long hours carefully marking the splake by hand.
These fish are then stocked in the spring at three Lake Superior ports: Copper Harbor, Keweenaw Bay and Munising. Splake stocked at each port are given a unique mark or fin clip consisting of a single fin or a paired clip, which has two fins. The goal is to create nearshore fishing opportunities in the smaller bays of Lake Superior, where some fisheries are available year-round. Read more
The Second Amendment Foundation has submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court in a complicated case known as United States v. Rahimi challenging a civil restraining order disarmament provision. The brief relies on last year’s ruling in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen to argue that the total disarmament is not analogous to the Founding era regulations, calling into question the constitutionality of such provisions.
SAF’s interest in this case is based on the fact that many firearms owners in this country suddenly find themselves subject to civil restraining orders, which deny them their fundamental constitutional right to keep and bear arms in a manner that does not comport with the Second Amendment’s text, as informed by history.
“As our brief explains,” noted SAF Executive Director Adam Kraut, “laws mandating total disarmament, in the relevant historical period, were related to disarming loyalists to preserve the integrity of our newly-formed government. The current federal law governing how gun owners’ rights are treated in relation to civil restraining orders lacks any well-established historical analogue.” Read more
The September 2023 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure of 1,141,847 is a decrease of 8.2 percent compared to the September 2022 NSSF-adjusted NICS figure of 1,243,687.
For comparison, the unadjusted September 2023 FBI NICS figure 2,035,410 reflects a -16.5% percent decrease from the unadjusted FBI NICS figure of 2,437,563 in September 2022. September 2023 marks the 50th month in a row that has exceeded 1 million adjusted background checks in a single month. Read more
Saturday, Oct. 28
6-11 a.m.
Near Flint
The Safari Club International Flint Chapter will present this event, for women only.
The hunt will be within approximately a one-hour drive of Flint, with the location announced the week of the event. Phone number for communication is required for registration.
Cost is $200. Hunters need to bring their own guns and shells and have proper hunting licenses and gear prior to arriving at the event.
For questions, contact Karly B. at 810-869-9412 or safariclub.flint@gmail.com.
RICHMOND, Va. — GPO USA, a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality sporting optics, is pleased to announce the launch of the “Gear up for The Range” Sweepstakes. GPO has teamed up with industry leading companies, O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Hornady Ammunition, Vanguard, Talley Manufacturing, Inc., and Outdoor News America, to offer an incredible range package. The collection of high-quality gear is valued at over $4000.
The “Gear Up for The Range” Sweepstakes prize package includes a GPO GPOTAC 4.5-27x50i premium tactical riflescope, a Mossberg Patriot LR Tactical in 6.5 PRC, 10 boxes of Hornady 6.5 PRC 147 grain ELD Match ammunition, a Vanguard Endeavor L 303 CGM full-size carbon fiber shooting tripod with gun mount, a Vanguard Porta-Aim and Talley Picatinny scope rings. One lucky winner will win the entire sweepstakes package. Read more
The long-anticipated GForce Arms GF9 Rapture is here – built with Stars and Stripes pride on American soil and backed by a “no questions asked” lifetime warranty.
The GF9 Rapture comes equipped with several upgraded features, with fiber optic sights AND an optic cut slide right out of the box. Mount any red dot using an RMR or Shield footprint for lightning-fast target acquisition at a moment’s notice. Made with a 3.25-inch hammer-forged barrel for unmatched lifespan and durability, this gun will strike true no matter how many shots you fire. Read more
Minden, LA — Dead Ringer is excited to announce the debut of its new Great White broadhead.
“The predator of broadheads,” the Great White adapts to its target just like its namesake shark. The hybrid design cuts on contact for a 1-inch entrance wound and a devastating 2.5-inch exit wound. The Great White is designed for optimal performance on both vertical bows and crossbows up to 450 fps. The 100- and 125- grain adjustable broadheads with weighted collars boast field-tip accuracy.
To learn more about the Great White and browse Dead Ringer’s full lineup, visit deadringerhunting.com. Read more
Lawrenceville, Georgia – BPI Outdoors/CVA is excited to announce the introduction of the Cartridge Limiter Magazine for the CVA Cascade. The CVA Cascade Cartridge Limiter Magazine, is a new accessory designed for the CVA Cascade bolt action rifle chambered in 350 Legend and 450 Bushmaster. This detachable magazine transforms the CVA Cascade rifle into a “single-shot” configuration, ensuring compliance with the Illinois firearm deer season regulations.
The CVA Cascade Cartridge Limiter Magazine starts at $35
To learn more about the CVA Cascade Cartridge Limiter Magazine and other CVA products go to www.cva.com
EAST ALTON, IL — Winchester Ammunition announces its new selection of 3-inch, 28-gauge shotshells for upland and waterfowl hunting. The new offerings will be shipping this fall.
Winchester continues to offer innovative shotshell products for every hunting situation. With the growing interest in sub gauge for hunting and sport shooting, a modern look at the 28-gauge shotshell was an exciting prospect.
The new shotshells, with increased payloads, will initially be offered in Winchester XPERT® Steel, Bismuth™ and Super Pheasant® lines.
NEW for 2023, Winchester 28-Gauge Offerings:
XPERT Waterfowl & Upland
Winchester XPERT packs a high-velocity, steel-shot payload that brings down birds hard and fast. With a load spec tailored to both upland and waterfowl hunting, trust the time-proven dependability of legendary XPERT shotshells for a successful hunt.
Bismuth Waterfowl & Upland
All the best Bismuth shotshell technology in one lethal load. With increased range, superior downrange energy and better patterns, Winchester Bismuth offers everything that the serious hunter needs when going afield.
Super Pheasant
Winchester Super Pheasant is a premium offering for hunters looking for quality and reliability. Copper-plated lead shot paired with our tight patterning wad ensues hard hitting long-range performance.
Winchester is the largest small caliber ammunition enterprise in the world and the leader in delivering innovative ammunition products to hunters, sport shooters, law enforcement and the U.S. Warfighter. The 157-year-old Winchester brand is built on integrity, hard work and a deep focus on its loyal customers. Learn more about Winchester by visiting Winchester.com or connecting with us on Facebook at Facebook.com/WinchesterOfficial.
As a global leader in the shooting sports and hunting industry, and a brand of 157 years, Winchester is committed to safe, legal and responsible firearm use. Winchester works with key groups like the National Shooting Sports Foundation on a variety of topics important to our industry, including training and education, and on specific programs such as Gun Owners Care and Project ChildSafe. Winchester will continue to support programs, organizations and individuals who promote hunting and shooting sports activities in a positive and responsible environment. Any use of firearms by youth participants should be done under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian or other responsible adult.
Gun owners care. You care about safety. You care about preventing unauthorized access to firearms. You care about bettering your community, helping those in need, and conserving wildlife and wild places for generations to come. It’s time for gun owners to tell their stories and to show how they’re making a difference. NSSF®, the trade association for the firearms industry, has established the Gun Owners Care campaign to unite gun owners and the firearms industry in this common cause. Visit gunownerscare.org for more information.