Moultrie DELIVERS Revolutionary A.I. Scouting Technology

Moultrie, the leading innovator of feeders, trail cameras and game management tools, has integrated its new A.I. into the EDGE 3 and EDGE 3 PRO cellular trail cameras.

Moultrie A.I. delivers what hunters want most: bucks and a longer battery life. With advanced automation that recognizes and reacts instantly, cameras can be set to photo mode and then switch to video mode immediately once a buck is detected. That means better intel of your target, while also maintaining longer battery life.

“Moultrie A.I. is designed to do one thing – make it easier to know when your buck is in front of your camera. Moultrie is built around helping people harvest their target buck, and this innovation is just the most recent example of that mission,” said Moultrie Senior Director of Marketing Alex Sherbinow. “We wait weeks for that hit list buck to daylight, and when he does, Moultrie A.I. will let you know. No more sorting through images, wondering if he’s there. Just the critical info to help you capitalize on the opportunity.” Read more

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NSSF-Adjusted NICS Background Checks for November 2025

The November 2025 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure of 1,408,230 is a decrease of 7.0 percent compared to the November 2024 NSSF-adjusted NICS figure of 1,514,773. For comparison, the unadjusted November 2025 FBI NICS figure of 2,005,667 reflects a 20.1 percent decrease from the unadjusted FBI NICS figure of 2,509,368 in November 2024.

Additional insights on the month-over-month NICS data from GunBroker, NICS Reporting & Analysis (October 2025 data), available in the member portal under Industry Research.

 

  • Top-5 States for Adjusted NICS Checks: TX, FL, CA, PA, VA
  • Top-5 States for FBI NICS Handgun Checks: FL, TX, CA, PA, TN
  • Top-5 States for FBI NICS Long Gun Checks: TX, FL, PA, CA, VA Read more
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Application Period for Nonresident General Season Deer and Elk Tags Runs Dec. 5-15

Idaho is holding its first-ever drawing for nonresident deer/elk tags

Nonresident deer and elk hunters interested in applying for general season deer and elk hunts in the first-ever Nonresident Tag Drawing can see what tags are available for 2026, and apply for those tags in December.

The Nonresident General Deer and Elk tags brochure lists tags for elk, regular deer, and white-tailed deer available by elk zone or hunting unit. It is to be used as a cross reference with the Idaho Big Game Seasons and Rules brochure, which specifies hunt seasons and boundaries, rules, and other information. Read more

Hunting

Hunt Monkey: Best Gloves and Gear for Extreme Cold Hunting

When winter fully settles in and the woods turn cold and unforgiving, maximum protection is the priority. This is especially true at the higher elevations of the mountainous west but hunters in the east and south can also face brutal cold in pursuit of their quarry. That’s when you need the best cold-weather systems in the game for your head, hands and feet: Hunt Monkey.

Start with your hands. Any hunter knows that having frozen fingers isn’t just uncomfortable but also dangerous. The Heater Hunting Glove is built for those brutal late-season deer hunts, delivering unmatched insulation, wind protection and stealth. Engineered for long sits in the stand, it features a 220-gram Polar Fleece exterior, Sherpa Fleece lining, and 100 grams of Thinsulate insulation for maximum thermal retention without bulk. The flip-top mitten design with magnetic stays allows quick, silent access to your fingers, while built-in glove fingers and a fixed thumb offer dexterity for gear and firearm control. It’s available in Mossy Oak Original Bottomland and Terra Gila camouflage to hide hand motion in the field. This is the ultimate glove for cold-weather concealment and performance. Read more

Fishing, Hunting

GunBroker and Benelli on the Ultimate Holiday Giveaway

GunBroker.com has partnered with Benelli to launch the Benelli’s Win a Gun for Every Season Holiday Giveaway by GunBroker, a December sweepstakes that will award six premium Benelli hunting firearms tailored for every season and every pursuit.

From the duck blind to the whitetail woods to high country adventure, this holiday promotion gives hunters and shooters the chance to win a top tier Benelli shotgun or rifle built for serious days afield. Six lucky winners will each receive one firearm from a lineup that covers waterfowl, upland, big game and all points in between.

During the month of December, eligible participants can enter the Benelli’s Win a Gun for Every Season Holiday Giveaway by GunBroker for a chance to win one of the following Benelli firearms:

·Lupo 6.5mm PRC Rifle, Model 15102 – $1,699 MSRP

·Super Black Eagle 3 Shotgun, Model 10317 – $1,949 MSRP

·Ethos SuperSport Shotgun, Model 10632 – $2,499 MSRP

·Advanced Impact SBE Shotgun, Model 12381 – $2,599 MSRP

·Lupo HPR 6.5 PRC BE.S.T Rifle, Model 15702 – $2,949 MSRP

·828 U Shotgun, Model 10746 – $3,199 MSRP

The total approximate retail value of all prizes is $14,894. Read more

Firearms

Bond Arms: A Holiday Gift to the Shooting Community

Bond Arms, the Texas-based leader in American-made derringers is packaging its 30th-anniversary celebration with a special gift for the shooting community this Christmas season. Announcing the 30th Anniversary Holiday Rebate Specials, the company is offering festive gift card rebates, turning the purchase of a legendary firearm into the perfect holiday gift for shooters.

?Marking three decades of unwavering craftsmanship since 1995, this limited-time promotion is a holiday thank-you to its loyal customers. From the powerful Cyclops to the sleek First Lady, a wide range of Bond Arms models are now adorned with a holiday bonus, making the season of giving the ideal time to invest in a piece of American heritage.

“As we celebrate 30 years, we’re filled with the same spirit of gratitude and generosity that defines the holidays,” said Gordon Bond. “We wanted to wrap up this milestone year by giving back to our community.”

The promotion is designed to bring holiday cheer to a wide array of shooters, offering significant savings on both premier and compact derringers, ensuring there’s a perfect model for every wish list.

Rebate Offer Details: Read more

Firearms, Promotions

Garmin Unveils DriveTrack 72 In-Vehicle Dog Tracker with On- and Off-Road GPS Navigation

Track up to 20 canines on the large 7-inch touchscreen display with turn-by-turn navigation for any hunting expedition

Garmin today announced the Garmin DriveTrack™ 72, a multifunctional GPS navigator that tracks up to 20 sporting dogs1 in the field. From inside their vehicle, hunters can follow their pack using the 7-inch, high-resolution display and view each dog’s distance, direction and status. They can also get to and from the hunt with detailed mapping for on- and off-road navigation, including satellite imagery for an overhead view to help traverse unfamiliar terrain. Read more

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NICS Checks Top 530,000 for ‘Black Friday’ Week

WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, revealed that the FBI’s National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) completed 530,156 background checks related to firearms for the week leading up to, and including, “Black Friday,” one of the busiest shopping days of the year. That figure is down from 2024’s total of 613,380 for the same time period. The 2025 total is a 13.6 percent decrease from the 2024 figure.

NICS completed 165,183 background checks on “Black Friday” alone. The figure approximates firearm sales at retail on that day, although it also includes background checks for other purposes related to firearms such as approvals for concealed carry permits. NSSF will later this week release its Adjusted NICS figures for November reflecting only those background checks related to the sale of a firearm at retail.

NSSF has worked with firearm retailers to spread out special sales offers to customers throughout the week leading up to “Black Friday” so as not to overwhelm FBI NICS on a single day, which can result in longer than normal wait times. Read more

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U.S. Army Awards Mossberg Contract for Additional 590A1 Pump-Action Shotguns

O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. is proud to announce that it has been awarded a contract for approximately $11.6 million dollars to supply the U.S. Army with additional Mossberg® 590A1™ pump-action shotguns. First adopted by multiple branches of the U.S. Military in 1987, the Mossberg 590® proved its reliability and durability by successfully completing the rigorous MIL-SPEC 3443E testing protocol.

Following its adoption, the U.S. Military requested a purpose-built variant capable of withstanding sustained, high-volume use in the most demanding environments. That requirement led directly to the development of the Mossberg 590A1 — a strengthened, mission-ready evolution of the original 590 platform.

“Mossberg is honored to receive an additional contract from the U.S. Department of Defense for the battle-proven 590A1 shotgun,” said John MacLellan, Mossberg’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “This award reflects our long commitment to supplying rugged, mission-capable firearms built to exacting standards — and reinforces our pledge to provide timely solutions that support the safety and effectiveness of U.S. service members.” Read more

Firearms

Hook & Barrel Magazine Announces ActionPacked Christmas Giveaway

“Welcome to the party, pals!” Hook & Barrel Magazine®, The Lifestyle Magazine for Modern Outdoorsmen™, is kicking off the holiday season with a Yipee-Ki-Yay Christmas Giveaway designed to thrill firearms enthusiasts and fans of every dude’s favorite Christmas movie (yes, it’s a Christmas movie!). Hook & Barrel readers are invited to take their shot at an unforgettable prize package—one grandprize winner will receive:

• Heckler & Koch SP5
• Beretta 92FS
• One case of Hornady ammunition
• A fully loaded holiday kit, including a white tank top, a pair of men’s sneakers (“Nine million terrorists in the world and I gotta kill one with feet smaller than my sister”), a Hook & Barrel-branded Zippo lighter, and the original Die Hard movie on 4K disc with digital download

Five runnersup will each score a pair of Gamo Daisy Red Ryder BB Guns. Read more

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