FL FWC June 27 workshop in Palm Bay encourages gopher tortoise conservation

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is holding regional workshops to present information on opportunities for local governments to help conserve gopher tortoises and other state-listed species in Florida.

The goal of these workshops is to encourage participation in gopher tortoise conservation at the local level by providing information that could assist participants with establishing local gopher tortoise protection policies. Additionally, the FWC will discuss how local policies can assist in conserving other state-listed species and will provide information on financial incentives available to local governments for habitat management.

A workshop hosted by the City of Palm Bay is scheduled for June 27 at the Palm Bay Council Chambers. Representatives from local governments in nearby counties are encouraged to attend. Read more

Wildlife

Firefield Launches the Agility II Riflescope

Firefield, a leading manufacturer of high-performance optics, announces the release of its latest innovation: the Firefield Agility II 4-12×40 riflescope. Purpose-built for medium-range precision shooting, this second focal plane riflescope is set to revolutionize the shooting experience for hunters and marksmen alike.

The Firefield Agility II boasts a straightforward wire duplex reticle with precise ¼ MOA adjustment clicks, ensuring unparalleled accuracy in targeting. With a maximum windage and elevation adjustment of 60MOA, it effortlessly handles the recoil of a .300 Winchester Magnum, making it a trusted companion in any shooting scenario.

Crafted with durability in mind, the Agility II features a shockproof body and a nitrogen-filled tube to prevent fogging, ensuring clear vision in rugged environments. Capped turrets offer added protection, preserving your zero even during rough handling. The scope’s aggressive textures enable users to make windage and elevation adjustments with ease, even when wearing gloves in challenging weather conditions.

Designed to withstand water exposure, the Agility II is built to endure the harshness of nature, allowing hunters to pursue their prey even in rainstorms. Its enhanced low-light capabilities extend hunting hours, while the multicoated lenses deliver a bright, high-contrast image, enabling quick and precise target acquisition from dusk till dawn.

Some of the Agility II’s key features include: Read more

Optics

CITADEL BOSS30 12GA Now Shipping

Reno, NV – (June 19, 2024) – Legacy Sports International introduces the NEW – CITADEL BOSS30 Semi-auto shotgun. Now in stock and shipping! The CITADEL BOSS30 Semi Auto Shotgun (based on the VERY popular CITADEL BOSS25 Series of AR style shotgun platform) is truly a versatile shotgun that is capable of home defense, recreational and 3 gun competition use. The CITADEL BOSS30 is built from the ground up to be a user-friendly, workhorse shotgun that will perform under the harshest of conditions sporting great looks and features – AND NOW is available with some great new features …….ALL Aluminum Upper and Lower, Double Sided Bolt Handle, Double Sided Safety Lever and a Double Sided Magazine Release Button. A great new addition to the CITADEL BOSS series of shotgun offerings!

Model Number CBOSS3012 Read more

Firearms

Camfour Customs Springfield 1911 Garrison

Camfour Proudly Launches a New Camfour Customs Springfield 1911 Garrison

Camfour announces the launch of a new Camfour Custom exclusive Springfield Armory 1911 Garrison with case color hardening, engraving and faux ivory grips.

The addition of this limited-edition exclusive is the next step in the Camfour Customs line as they continue to expand their offerings.

Brandon Roper, President of Camfour said – “we are excited to add this attractive 1911 Garrison to our lineup of Camfour Customs firearms. Partnering with CNC Firearms out of Texas to make this beautiful case color hardened 1911 will give our dealers something unique to put in their case for their customers. This gun is not only pleasing to look at but functional with unique characteristics that stand out and help dealers draw customers to their store with these unique, very limited custom pieces.”

This 1911 Garrison is adorned with a case color hardened finish, engraving and faux ivory grips. Chambered in 45ACP, the frame is match grade stainless steel and it has low-profile combat 3-dot sights. With only 200 being produced, each firearm is sequentially numbered. This custom firearm includes a collector grade box, a certificate of authenticity, a challenge coin, and a presentation card. Read more

Firearms

SAF Files Federal Lawsuit Challenging Post Office Gun Ban

BELLEVUE, Wash. —— The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) has filed a federal lawsuit in Texas challenging the ban on firearms carry in U.S. Post Offices and on postal property as violations of the Second Amendment, and is seeking declaratory and injunctive relief.

Joining SAF is the Firearms Policy Coalition and two private citizens, Gavin Pate and George Mandry, both Texas residents. Named as the sole defendant is Attorney General Merrick Garland, in his official capacity. The complaint was filed in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, Fort Worth Division. Read more

Gun Control

Keep An Eye Out For Invasive Species

Summer is the busy season for most creatures, including invasive species like spongy moth, box tree moth and Japanese beetle, to name just a few. Many of these species are established in Michigan, meaning they’re here to stay, but if you know what to look out for, you can help contain their spread and mitigate further environmental damage. While these bugs are just following their natural instincts, their presence can affect the delicate balance of ecosystems, making it harder for native species to thrive. Read more

Wildlife

Federal’s New Line of Field & Range Gun Cases Now Available

Federal Ammunition recently added a Field & Range accessory lineup, including a shotgun and scoped rifle cases. Hunters and shooters can count on the Federal Field & Range product line for stylish, functional gun cases that provide up to 12 pounds of flotation. All feature quality zippers, robust padding, and rugged, waterproof 600 denier polyester construction promises years of use. This new product line of accessories is now available at select dealers and online.

“Designed by hunters and shooters for the range, field, and blind, we now offer three new product lines to fulfill the soft gun case needs of any shooter or hunter: Premium, Field & Range, and Top Gun,” said Federal’s Accessories Product Manager Jake Jacobs. “Our Field & Range firearms cases meet the mid-tier price level, and we offer either camouflaged or stylized gray gun cases in this new lineup.”

Features and benefits of Federal’s Field & Range product line include: Rugged, long-lasting fabric; protective foam padding that floats up to 12 pounds; durable fabric lining that lets gun slide in easily; easy-to-grab double zipper pull; padded web carry handle; easy-grab zippered accessory pocket with structured lid; detachable, adjustable sling with large EZ swivel clips; and a large, easy-to-grab hanging loop. Read more

Firearms

Angler Snags State Paddlefish Record

Beaver Lake in Northwest Arkansas has a strong reputation for clear water and excellent bass, crappie and striper fishing, but a string of state records for paddlefish is beginning to put Beaver on the big fish map in regard to another species. Garfield resident and striped bass angler Mike Schleeper inked his name in the record books Saturday morning with a 127-pound, 6-ounce behemoth, squashing the previous state record of 118 pounds, caught by James Johnson in 2020.

Schleeper was trolling brooder minnows around 30 feet deep near Point 6 with his good friend and fishing partner Tom Mayberry when the catch occurred.

“I’ve been fishing for stripers up here for about 13 years, and I’ve had the chance to catch some stripers over 30 pounds, but this was different,” Schleeper said. “It didn’t strip line and stop in surges like big stripers do, he just sort of pulled the rod down and kept going. I couldn’t turn him so we had to follow him with the trolling motor for about the first 20 minutes.”

Once Schleeper did manage to sway the fish in his direction, the fight ensued for nearly another half-hour.

“It was a 45-minute fight altogether,” Schleeper said. “I’d thought maybe it was a really big striper, but then we could finally see it a little bit. It looked like a giant catfish at first, but as we got it closer to the boat we realized what it was.” Read more

Fishing

Donate to Wildlife and Receive Crispi Boots

SCI Foundation and Crispi Boots have teamed up to raise funds for vital wildlife conservation efforts.

This spring, a donation of $500 or more to SCI Foundation will earn you a pair of Crispi Boots of your choice. These durable and comfortable boots are perfect for hiking, hunting, or everyday wear. With a variety of styles for men and women, you’re sure to find your perfect fit. Visit https://bit.ly/scifcrispi to claim this offer.

Your contribution not only get you a fantastic boot, but it will but it will help us to continue our ongoing effort to estimate leopard density in Africa, as well as support programs related to bears and other carnivores in North America, antipoaching efforts, research into management of wildlife diseases like chronic wasting disease, and the African Wildlife Consultative Forum.

Every act of generosity, regardless of size, truly aids our mission at the SCI Foundation. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to SCI Foundation this spring. Your unwavering backing of our wildlife and wild lands is deeply appreciated.

Visit https://bit.ly/scifcrispi to donate and receive a pair of Crispi boots. Read more

Wildlife

Rutted-Up’s Defender Is the Ultimate Hunting Blind

The Defender from Rutted-Up Blinds offers hunters a versatile solution to sitting out long hunts in the fiercest elements.

The Defender features eight large windows that lock out in any and all positions – wherever you turn the handle. The windows are 100% smoked but provide a clear view for filming or hunting in low-light conditions.

Built to withstand anything nature can throw at it, the airtight Defender’s roof measures approximately 2- 3 inches thick with rigid insulating foam, while the floor measures 4 inches thick with crossmember plywood and half-inch plywood above and below the rigid insulating foam. No plywood is exposed to the elements, it’s either covered with steel or fiberglass. Fork pockets are integrated into the base, which attach to the floor of every blind, for safe and easy setup. The Defender’s steel exterior is finished in Mossy Oak Bottomland with 20-year fade resistance. Read more

Hunting
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