Vital Investment in Wild Turkey Research Forthcoming

(Photo Credit: Monte Loomis)

EDGEFIELD, S.C. — The NWTF is accepting applications for its Wild Turkey Research Request for Proposals, a program that facilitates and makes investments in support of priority wild turkey research projects across the country.

In June of 2022, the NWTF allocated $360,000 for seven critical wild turkey research projects through the RFP program. Now, the organization is accepting new project proposals to continue addressing population declines and further investigating how to best manage the resource into the future.

“We are at a junction where there are many new questions being raised about wild turkey ecology,” said Mark Hatfield, NWTF director of conservation services. “Disease, population dynamics, habitat use, nest success, hunter influence — there are many areas that need greater understanding to deliver optimal conservation and management; this is where research comes in.”

The NWTF invites proposals that investigate the dynamics and drivers of the “post-restoration era” as well as those that address one, or more, of the following research priorities:

  • Development of regional and national population and abundance estimates.
  • Evaluation and development of habitat management practices and habitat conditions that would increase wild turkey nest success and poult survival.
  • Investigation of underlying wild turkey diseases and their impacts on wild turkey populations.
  • Understanding the effects of harvest management strategies and season structure on wild turkey populations.
  • Wild turkey (adult and poult) survival and correlated causes of mortality. Read more
Wildlife

Southwest Public Lands Permanently Conserved Via Antiquities Act

President Biden designates Avi Kwa Ame National Monument and Castner Range National Monument following requests by Tribes, hunters, business owners, local residents

WASHINGTON – Valuable wildlife habitat and important cultural lands will be permanently conserved following the Biden administration’s designation Tuesday of Avi Kwa Ame National Monument in southern Nevada and Castner Range National Monument in west Texas.

Avi Kwa Ame National Monument spans more than 500,000 acres of federal public lands that will continue to be managed by the Bureau of Land Management. The state of Nevada will retain wildlife management authority under the proclamation language, including active management for water resources to sustain wildlife populations. Hunting and existing public access opportunities will be maintained, and the proclamation requires representatives from the hunting community to be on the monument advisory committee.

Located on Fort Bliss in Texas, Castner Range National Monument comprises 6,672 acres of the historic testing and training site for the U.S. Army during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. The monument will be managed by the Army, and the landscape will undergo a Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) process to ensure public safety. The region’s conservation will provide increased access to public lands that have been closed since 1966 in addition to connecting wildlife habitat, for species such as mule deer, with the adjacent Franklin Mountains State Park. Read more

Wildlife

Yamaha Rightwaters™ Helps Georgia DNR Power G3 Jon Boats for Stephen C. Foster State Park Visitors

KENNESAW, Ga.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Yamaha Rightwaters™ continues its support of Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) by powering six jon boats with Yamaha F6 outboards in Stephen C. Foster State Park. The outboards give visitors the opportunity to fish, birdwatch and explore the Okefenokee Swamp, the largest blackwater swamp in the U.S.

Yamaha Rightwaters™ supports the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) by powering six jon boats with Yamaha F6 outboards in Stephen C. Foster State Park. The outboards give visitors the opportunity to fish, birdwatch and explore the Okefenokee Swamp, the largest blackwater swamp in the U.S. (Photo: Business Wire)

“Stephen C. Foster State Park allows visitors to experience the Okefenokee Swamp not just by land, but also by boat,” said Jeff Cown, DNR Director of Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites Division. “From our dock and boat ramp on Jones Island, boaters can explore more than 15 miles of day-use water trails. Thanks to these Yamaha Rightwaters outboard donations, more visitors now have access to the beautiful Okefenokee wilderness.” Read more

Fishing

CZ P-10 Pistols at a Great New Price

Kansas City, KS – CZ takes striker-fired guns to the next level with its ever-growing P-10 family. Whether it’s the compact P-10 C, the pistol that started it all, or the sub-compact P-10 S, all P-10 pistols feel right in hand. With CZ reliability, engineered ergonomics, and well-known and new features, P-10 pistols are the complete package for any shooter. Now, CZ is proud to announce the P-10 M has recently been reduced to $299, the P-10 S, C, and F have been reduced to $399, the P-10 S, C, and F Optics-Ready guns reduced to $449, and the P-10 Optics-Ready Suppressor-Ready C and F models have been reduced to $499.

All P-10 series pistols are engineered for reliability, outstanding accuracy, extended service life, and shooting comfort. The barrel and fiberglass-reinforced frame and slide feature an incredibly durable finish, protecting them from mechanical damage and the elements. Read more

Firearms

Kahr Firearms Group Announces New Trump Commemoratives for 2023

Greeley, PA: “The Second Amendment to the Constitution is clear. The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed upon. Period.” With this statement, Donald J. Trump, 45th President of The United States, reaffirmed his support for the gun rights of all Americans. President Trump continues to demonstrate his unwavering support for the right to keep and bear arms, and his determination to save America from those who seek to destroy her. Kahr Firearms group extends its gratitude to the president, by introducing the next two guns in the extremely popular line of Trump commemorative firearms. The Trump “Save America” Thompson is made from quality steel and American walnut. Detailed engravings depict President Trump, the Presidential Seal, “Save America 45th”, the American flag, Liberty Bell, and Statue of Liberty. The finish is highly durable Sniper Gray Cerakote, with black controls. All features of the 1927 model Tommy Gun are included, along with 50 round drum and 20 round stick magazines.

The second new gun in the series is the “Trump Save America 1911”. This GI style Auto-Ordnance 1911A1 is engraved with the President’s motto, “Save America”, his signature, an advancing American flag, an image of the Whitehouse, and the phrase “Promises Made, Promises Kept”. The wooden grips feature the Presidential Seal, a “Trump 2024” campaign poster, and an image of President Trump. Each Save America 1911 is coated with Savage Stainless and Armor Black Distressed Cerakote. One seven round magazine is included. Both of these latest Trump Commemorative firearms are chambered in .45 ACP, and are entirely made in the United States with engraving by Outlaw Ordnance.

Justin Moon, CEO of Kahr Firearms Group, recently commented on the continued popularity of Trump themed firearms saying, “..sales of Trump themed firearms remain strong, and our vendors continually ask us for new models in the series. There are clearly many gun owners that support President Trump, and want to make a statement about their determination to see him return to the White House in 2024.”

Firearms

Springfield Armory Announces Release of 10-Round Hellcat Pro 9mm

GENESEO, ILL. – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the new 10-round Hellcat® Pro 9mm pistol. This new offering provides those in locales requiring restricted capacities an opportunity to own a popular EDC pistol that combines the performance of a larger handgun with class-leading concealability.

The 10-round Hellcat Pro is a compact pistol chambered in 9mm that offers impressive handling and shooting characteristics while still maintaining the ergonomic, slim profile of the original Hellcat for seamless concealability. At just 1″ wide, the slim-line grip feels superb in the hand, increasing contact and control, while the additional mass in the slide and barrel translates into reduced muzzle flip and faster follow-up shots.

The polymer frame of the pistol features Adaptive Grip Texture™, a seamless, pressure-activated texture featuring a pattern of staggered pyramid shapes. The taller pyramids have a flattened top to ensure comfort in the waistband, while the shorter pyramids come to a point and are engaged when the pistol is firmly gripped.

The 10-round Hellcat Pro features an OSP™ (Optical Sight Pistol) configuration, with a slide milled with the Springfield Micro™ footprint that will accept Shield RMSc- and SMSc-pattern optics. This configuration is designed to direct mount optics for the lowest mount possible. Backing up your choice of optic is an excellent set of co-witnessing U-Dot™ sights, made up of a high visibility tritium & luminescent front sight paired with a Tactical Rack rear sight. Read more

Firearms

Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Continue Partnership with NASP with $100,000 Grant

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Outdoor Fund is proud to award an additional $100,000 grant to the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP®) to support educational programming for more than 1 million students across North America and offset equipment costs for new schools joining the program.

NASP® embodies the efforts of Bass Pro Shops and its founder, noted conservationist Johnny Morris, to inspire everyone to love, enjoy and conserve the great outdoors by introducing new audiences to nature and outdoor recreation. When a school incorporates the NASP curriculum in its physical education offerings, more than 100 students on average participate in the sport at that location annually, with two-thirds of participants being first-time archers. Read more

Archery

Arizona: leftover permit-tags remain for 2023 elk hunts

Applications will be accepted by mail beginning at 8 a.m. Monday, March 27

PHOENIX — Arizona hunters still have an opportunity to receive a hunt permit-tag for select 2023 elk hunts.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department has posted a list of leftover hunt permit-tags, as well as a printable paper application, on its website.

Leftover hunt permit-tags include:

  • 62 — limited opportunity (general) antlerless elk.
  • 9 — limited opportunity (HAM) antlerless elk.
  • 6 — archery-only antlerless elk.
  • 6 — youth-only (general) antlerless elk.
  • 2 — archery-only bull elk.

The department will begin accepting paper applications for leftover hunt permit-tags on a first-come, first-served basis — by mail only — beginning Monday, March 27. All completed paper applications must be addressed to: Arizona Game and Fish Department, Attn.: Draw/First Come, 5000 W. Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85086. There is no “mini” draw. Allow 10 to 15 business days to receive a hunt permit-tag by mail.

Any remaining leftover hunt permit-tags will go on sale on a first-come, first-served basis beginning Monday, April 3, at all department offices. Some of the leftover hunt permit-tags are for Hopi hunt open areas and are available to everyone, both tribal members and non-tribal members, through the first-come, first-served process.

A number of leftover hunt permit-tags remain for military hunts at Camp Navajo, for those who qualify. For more information, visit https://dema.az.gov/army-national-guard/camp-navajo/garrison-operations/camp-navajo-hunting-information.

For more information, including license and hunt permit-tag requirements, view the “2023 Pronghorn and Elk Hunt Draw Information” booklet online, or call 602-942-3000.

Hunting

Michigan Marks Progress Against Invasive Species

Upcoming webinar provides a year in review

Rock snot, spotted lanternfly, balsam woolly adelgid … these are just a few of the invasive species that 10 years ago weren’t on the public radar as threats to Michigan’s woods and waters.

Today, however, thanks to the work of Michigan’s Invasive Species Program, university partners, nonprofits, volunteers and a robust network of cooperative invasive species management areas, there is greater awareness about the damages posed by these land and water invaders – but there’s still much work to do.

The recently released Michigan Invasive Species Program 2022 Annual Report highlights recent successes, outlines what’s needed to meet future challenges, and points to simple steps everyone can take in actively protecting the outdoor places and experiences we love.

Read the report ?

The 2022 report discusses several topics, including:

    • The many pathways to Michigan, and how effective prevention and early detection require knowledge of how a species might arrive in Michigan.
    • Prevention-focused laws that require boaters to clean and drain boats and that prohibit or restrict possession or sale of harmful species.
    • The power of rapid response when new detections arise.
    • Effective communications and outreach, including workshops, site visits, social media, news stories and other efforts that reached more Michiganders.

Read more

Wildlife

GPO’s SPECTRA 6X 4.5-27x50i SFP Long-Range Hunting Riflescope

RICHMOND, Va. — Designed as the ultimate long-range, high-performance riflescope, the German Precision Optics (GPO) SPECTRA 6X 4.5-27x50i SFP has been built to give premium performance for those who hunt game in environments where shooting at extended ranges is often required.

“The SPECTRA™ 6X 4.5-27x50i second focal plane is our ultimate long-range hunting scope,” said Michael Jensen, GPO, USA owner and CEO. “It has every bell and whistle the most discerning shooter and hunter desires in a second focal plane design. And while the quality and features meet or exceed that of more expensive brands, it’s offered at a very affordable price.” With a second focal plane riflescope, the reticle is placed behind the magnification lenses on the erector tube assembly, and the reticle remains the same size as the scope’s variable power is turned up or down, making a fine subtension ballistic reticle with an illuminated center micro-dot for longer shots. Read more

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