Cabela Family Foundation Announces New TV Series ‘Hard Truths of Conservation

Hosted by the son of Dick and Mary Cabela, founders of Cabela’s Outfitters, ‘Hard Truths of Conservation’ will air in the OUTDOORS block on The HISTORY Channel and premieres on Saturday, August 20 at 9 am ET.

(Conservation Visions) August 5, 2022

St. John’s, NL – August 5, 2022 – The Cabela Family Foundation announces an exciting new series, “Hard Truths of Conservation,” to explore the role that sustainable wildlife use, including hunting, can play in a modern conservation landscape. Hosted by wildlife conservationist and advocate, Dan Cabela, son of Dick and Mary Cabela, who founded the world-famous Cabela’s Outfitters, the ten-episode series will air on The HISTORY Channel’s OUTDOORS block at 9am ET and premieres on Saturday, August 20th. Insightful, objective, and visually stunning, “Hard Truths of Conservation” will expose the current realities of wildlife conservation, as well as the benefits of treating wildlife resources as both valuable and renewable.

The conservation of natural ecosystems has never been more crucial with both biodiversity loss and the human population increasing more rapidly than ever before. Often unknowingly, our survival is dependent on the continued functioning of these systems. But what does conservation in a modern world require? Read more

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LWCF Coalition Celebrates Two Year Anniversary of GAOA and Impact of Permanently Funding LWCF

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Coalition released the following statements in recognition of the Great American Outdoors Act’s (GAOA) second anniversary and the benefits of permanently funding the Land and Water Conservation Fund at least $900 million yearly.

“While efforts to protect, conserve and improve our public lands, waters and outdoor recreation opportunities continue, it is important to pause and celebrate victories along the way, and today on the 2nd anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act is one such time,’ said Lesley Kane Szynal, co-chair of the LWCF Coalition. “With that one act, the Land and Water Conservation Fund is forever guaranteed to be funded at least $900 million per year ensuring there are conservation and recreation projects in every state and in communities large and small. We look forward to building on this win and continuing the fight to conserve the outdoors that make our nation great and ensure equitable access to outdoor spaces for all Americans no matter where they live.”’

“In the early stages of 2020 when the pandemic was raging, stores and business were shuttered, and many treasured outdoor locations closed to the public, it was hard to imagine we would pass one of the most significant pieces of outdoor legislation in decades,” said Jessica Turner, President of Outdoor Recreation Roundtable. “Fast forward two years and GAOA is already a huge success, permanently funding the Land and Water Conservation Fund with at least $900 million each year and ensuring substantial resources for federal land and water management agencies to fix and maintain our parks, forests, trails, campgrounds, lakes, and rivers.

The positive impact of the Great American Outdoors Act on our nation’s public lands and waters is immense. From coast to coast, more Americans have access to the outdoors because of this legislation, and LWCF continues to applaud the legislators, advocates and outdoor enthusiasts who work every day to preserve and protect the wild places that make America so special. Examples of projects funded through GAOA include the following: Read more

Wildlife

Fifth Circuit Brief: Semi-Automatic Firearms, ‘Bump Stocks’ Are Not Machine Gun

NEW ORLEANS – Today, Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced the filing of an important appellate brief, joined by FPC Action Foundation, in the case of Cargill v. Garland, which challenges the ATF’s unconstitutional ban on “bump stock” devices. The brief can be viewed at FPCLegal.org.

In December 2021, a 3-judge panel of the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the ban, saying that “the Bump Stock Rule’s interpretation of the NFA’s definition of ‘machinegun’ is the best interpretation of the statute.” Last June, however, the Court ordered that the panel opinion be vacated and that the full Court would review the appeal (known as a rehearing en banc).

“Because virtually all semiautomatic weapons can be bump fired, and because that technique can be aided by myriad common household products or clothing items, ATF’s definition is necessarily overbroad and would eliminate statutory distinctions between less-regulated semiautomatic rifles and handguns, and more-regulated machineguns,” argued FPC and FPCAF in their brief to the en banc Fifth Circuit. “Bump firing, whether aided by a bump stock, a rubber band, or merely a well-controlled finger, is not shooting automatically and the ease with which any given weapon can be bump fired does not turn semiautomatic firearms into heavily regulated machineguns.” Read more

Gun Control

New Research to Address Declines Linked to Roost Sites

(Photo Credit: Darcy Daniels)

New Research to Address Declines Linked to Roost Sites

The NWTF is funding a new wild turkey research project in the Texas Rolling Plains Ecoregion, located in the north-central part of the state.

The project will help the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department better understand changes in available roosting habitat over the last 20 years and how roost sites are negatively impacted by encroaching invasive vegetative species, like Russian olive and salt cedar. The research will utilize state-of-the-art imaging techniques to classify over 20 years of landscape-scale data. It will also provide insight into future management needs, helping slow the spread of invasive species and bolstering Rio populations in the region.

“TPWD, NWTF and Texas A&M University are collaborating to take a closer look at larger landscape habitat changes,” said Jason Hardin, TPWD wild turkey program leader and co-chair of the NWTF Technical Committee. “The focus of this work is on the potential loss of wild turkey roosting cover, primarily cottonwood trees in the Rolling Plains, which may have been exacerbated by the 2011 drought. These partners will examine changes in brush cover along the riparian corridors where wild turkeys are primarily found in the Rolling Plains. TPWD and NWTF have a keen interest in finding answers so that we can provide management options to landowners in this historic stronghold for wild turkeys.”

(Photo Credit: Darcy Daniels)

The Rolling Plains region is characterized by its gently rolling open-country landscape, interspersed with rivers and streams. The waterways (riparian areas) provide essential habitat for the Rio Grande wild turkeys that inhabit the area. These riparian areas, however, are where much of roosting habitat is diminishing.
With no shortage of predators in the region, Rio Grande wild turkeys are particular about their roost sites. Rios like to roost in large trees, both in diameter and height. Previous research found the birds’ average preferred roost tree size was about 45 feet tall and about 23 inches in diameter.

What’s more, even if trees fit the size preference for Rios, if invasive brush has taken hold, Rios will often avoid roosting in those trees, likely to avoid predators lurking in the brush. The brush is also poor for the overall health of trees like the cottonwood. The woody vegetation encompasses the tree, competing for water and nutrients and making the trees more susceptible to damage from fire and other disturbances. Read more

Wildlife

Michigan: Bear Baiting Season Opening Soon

The 2022 bear hunting season is right around the corner. For hunters who plan to use bait while hunting bears, the baiting period will begin soon. To help you prepare to establish bait sites, we’ve asked the Michigan Department of Natural Resources large carnivore specialist, Cody Norton, to answer the most frequently asked questions about bear baiting.

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Hunting

Alabama: Registration for 2022 Youth Dove Hunts Opens August 15

Contact: Wildlife Section, (334) 242-3469

Registration for 2022 Youth Dove Hunts Opens August 15

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) provides several youth dove hunt opportunities throughout the state each fall. A simple hunting setup combined with a fun, family-friendly atmosphere makes WFF’s youth dove hunts an ideal way to introduce young people to the outdoors.

Registration for this year’s hunts will open at 8 a.m. on August 15, 2022. Although the hunts are free, online registration is required. The first youth dove hunts of the season begin on September 3. For more information including a complete hunt schedule, visit https://www.outdooralabama.com/youth-hunting/youth-dove-hunts.

Jennifer McKemie’s father, Bill Mason, recently retired as manager of the M. Barnett Lawley Forever Wild Field Trial Area (FWFTA) that is used for the WFF youth dove hunts in Hale County. Her family has participated in the annual event since 2014. Read more

Hunting

Nilodor’s Health and Wellness Line Offers Comprehensive Protection Solution for Dogs in Hotter Temperatures

(Bolivar, Ohio) Nilodor, manufacturer of the most exceptional quality odor control and pet care products in both the commercial and family pet markets is proud to offer a selection of products that provide a complete solution to keep your dogs healthy, happy, and thriving throughout the summer. Nilodor’s NATURAL TOUCH® Furshield™ Sun Spray, Nose and Paw Serum, and Electrolyte Replacement are exactly the products your dog needs to feel great during the warmest months of the year.

Nilodor, has built its reputation on providing its valued customers with the safest and most effective health and wellness products for over a decade, and they are continuously adding products to the strong line in order to sustain market dominance and fulfill customer requests. These products are a function of extensive market research and anticipating consumer needs.

Nilodor’s NATURAL TOUCH® Health & Wellness Furshield™ Sun Spray shields your dog whenever outdoors. This gentle, non-greasy formula that won’t leave residue was developed especially for dogs to protect and nourish the coat. With zero harmful chemicals and no zinc oxide, the sun spray is a great protectant for all dogs and cats. Read more

General

Tactacam Releases Solo Xtreme

Caledonia, MN – Have you been hesitant to try self-filming your own hunt? Tactacam has just released a new POV camera that takes all the stress out of self-filming. Meet the camera exclusively developed for any level outdoorsman. With versatile mounting options, this lightweight camera lets you self-film all the action and activity along your hunting journey. Take your footage to the Xtreme with ultra-HD or 1080p 60fps, create customizable film modes, or pair with a Tactacam Remote for added convenience.

Easily view and edit your Solo Xtreme footage with the Tactacam Connect app and relive the action and excitement with the camera designed by hunters for hunters.

Tactacam Solo Xtreme Features:

    • 8x zoom with image stabilization technology
    • Ultra-HD video
    • Convenient SD loop recording
    • One-touch operation with vibration indication
    • Sleek, waterproof design (up to 30ft)
    • Wide lens attachment compatible
    • Tactacam Remote compatible
    • Wi-Fi connection to your smartphone via Tactacam Connect app

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Optics

Anderson Manufacturing Launches Precision Series Lineup

This four-rifle series, chambered in 5.56, is lightweight, accurate and fully customizable to the shooter at an MSRP under $1,000

Hebron, KY – Anderson Manufacturing adds to its AM-15 lineup by unveiling their new Precision Series rifles built for competition shooters of all walks at an MSRP under $1,000.

The Anderson AM-15 Precision Series consists of four rifles: The Competitor, The Marksman, The Sharpshooter and The Varminter, all chambered in 5.56, come equipped with a Schmid Tool two-stage trigger and Magpul PRS (Precision Rifle Series) Lite stock.

The Schmid Tool two-stage trigger has a four-and-a-half-pound pull, allowing for a crisp trigger squeeze and quick reset.

The Magpul PRS Lite stock allows for shooter versatility with ambidextrous and quick-detach sling mounts in front and rear of stock, comb height and length of pull are fully adjustable and shooter can adjust the low-profile rubber butt-pad for height and cant. It’s lightweight, weighing in at 18.2 ounces. Read more

Firearms

Primary Arms Launches New Custom Rifle Giveaway

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Primary Arms has unveiled a new rifle giveaway for August: the Foxtrot Mike Products Folding FM-15 Rifle Giveaway. Featuring parts from many of the industry’s top manufacturers, this giveaway package is valued at over $1,730 with open entry and no purchase necessary!

Click here to view the Giveaway Page.

The centerpiece of this giveaway is its complete Foxtrot Mike Products FM-15 .223 Wylde Rifle, which features a functional side-folding stock and a 13.9” pinned-and-welded barrel. This rifle is an exclusive to Primary Arms and comes with several key upgrades, including full Magpul furniture, an ambidextrous safety selector, and a KeyMo-compatible muzzle brake. Unlike traditional AR-15s, the Foxtrot Mike FM-15 has a modified recoil system which allows for full use with a folded stock. It also features a forward-positioned non-reciprocating charging handle, making it easier and faster to operate the rifle.

To complete the giveaway, Primary Arms has outfitted the rifle with additional parts and accessories. For optics, Primary Arms has included a Primary Arms Optics SLx® 1x MicroPrism with ACSS® Cyclops G2 reticle. They’ve also included an Inforce WML Gen 2 Weapon Light, a GBRS “SBS” Second Best Sling, 5 30-round PMAGs, apparel from Bravo Company, and a Primary Arms 36” Double Rifle Case. Read more

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