SAF Sues NM Gov. Lujan Grisham Over Emergency Carry Ban

GW: At least they did something – even if they realized it was illegal. Taxpayers will now pay to defend politicians who violated their oath of office to uphold the Constitution.

The Second Amendment Foundation has filed a federal lawsuit against New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and four other officials on the grounds that the governor’s “emergency order’ prohibiting open and concealed carry in Albuquerque and surrounding Bernalillo violates the Second and Fourteenth Amendments of the U.S. Constitution.

Joining SAF are the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association, Firearms Policy Coalition and a private citizen, Zachary Fort, who resides in Bernalillo County. They are represented by Jordon George of Aragon Moss George Jenkins, LLP who has also filed a motion for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction. The lawsuit and motion were filed in U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico.

In addition to Gov. Lujan Grisham, defendants are Patrick M. Allen, cabinet secretary for the New Mexico Department of Health; Jason R. Bowie, cabinet secretary for the New Mexico Department of Public Safety, and W. Troy Weisler, chief of the New Mexico State Police. They are all sued individually and in their official capacities.

“Despite her clams to the contrary,” said SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan M. Gottlieb, “Gov. Grisham does not have the authority to ‘suspend’ the Second Amendment for an alleged public health emergency or any other reason. Neither do any of the other defendants, nor can they legally enforce such a suspension.”

“Evidently,” added SAF Executive Director Adam Kraut, “Gov. Lujan Grisham believes she can disregard the constitution to further her own political views. We’re taking action to stop this unconstitutional exercise of power in its tracks, because it is a flagrant violation of the right of individual citizens to carry firearms in public for personal defense.

“Our motion for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction will prevent the state from further causing injury to the plaintiffs and other citizens under this unlawful order,” Kraut added.

Gun Control

Grant funding available for Michigan fisheries habitat conservation, dam removal and more

Project preproposals are due Oct. 20

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is offering more than $1.5 million in funding for a variety of activities tied to improving state fisheries and aquatic resources, including fish habitat conservation, dam removal and repair, resource assessment studies and public access to recreation opportunities.

Distributed through three themes – aquatic habitat conservation, dam management, and aquatic habitat and recreation in the Au Sable, Manistee and Muskegon river watersheds – Fisheries Habitat Grant funding is available through an open, competitive process to local, state, federal and tribal governments and nonprofit groups.

“Recreation and local economies throughout Michigan rely on healthy rivers, lakes, and wetlands to support fishing, boating and other enjoyment of our natural resources,” said Joe Nohner, a resource analyst with the DNR Fisheries Division. “These grants help our partners protect and rehabilitate fisheries and aquatic ecosystems in a state that relies heavily on those resources. In cases where we remove, repair or renovate dams, we also can improve public safety for residents and visitors.” Read more

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Moultrie Mobile Debuts Universal Solar Battery Pack, Edge Series Accessories

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Sept. 13, 2023) — Moultrie Mobile, a leading pioneer in cellular trail cameras that also offers an all-in-one remote monitoring app for hunters and property owners, has launched an exciting lineup of accessory products, including two Universal Solar Battery Packs and several items for its Edge Series cameras.

“We want to round out our product offering and user experience by providing a collection of purpose-built accessories,” said Daniel Wilson, General Manager for Moultrie Mobile. “Each item was created as a solution to end-user feedback and requests, whether it’s power options, security, or proper mounting. We plan to offer a convenient, easy-to-use product to meet those needs.”

Moultrie Mobile has recently introduced a range of power accessories that can help customers avoid expensive AA batteries. These power accessories include two Universal Solar Power Packs: a 3.4-watt option priced at $99.99, and a 10-watt option priced at $129.99. These solar power packs are designed to provide a durable and reliable power option for trail cameras and game feeders. They deliver up to three times more power than other solar solutions currently available on the market. Read more

Hunting

Barnett Proudly Introduces New Entries to the Explorer Series

Barnett® is proud to include three models to their legendary line of hunting crossbows. The updated Explorer (“XP”) series is designed with the serious hunter in mind. Veteran outdoorsmen and beginners can now find a quality, reliable, and deadly-accurate bow at an affordable price, all in the same crossbow series.

Barnett’s XP lineup introduces three lightweight, powerful hunting crossbows, each constructed with foot stirrups mounted onto diecast magnesium risers and with machined, drop-in flight tracks. Additional features include a pass-through foregrip, three composite Picatinny rails, and a TriggerTech™ metal-injected molded trigger. Safety features include Trigger Tech’s Anti-dry fire (ADF) trigger and a Soft-Lok bristle retainer to keep arrows secure.

Each crossbow in Barnett’s Explorer Line comes complete with a ready-to-hunt accessory package containing a lightweight quiver, rope-cocking device, lube wax, and two 20 in. Headhunter arrows. Measuring just 13 in. to 13.1in. axle-to-axle cocked, these compact, accurate, and reliable crossbows offer ultimate maneuverability and performance. Barnett ensures that the performance and function of the XP line make it the ultimate hunter’s crossbow package. Read more

Archery

Mathews Launches 2024 Target Bow and Accessories

Archers that chase perfection do the common things in uncommon ways – every thought, every action is intentional. Years of research and collaboration with the best target archers in the world resulted in a target bow engineered to the uncompromising standards of the most dedicated archers out there. The 2024 Mathews TITLE, new Bridge-Lock Carbon Target Bars, and all-new MATCH Bowstrings resulted in the most stable, most repeatable, and most accurate competition system ever to stand on the target line.

“Creating a target system for the most dedicated competitors in the world means understanding and elevating every aspect of performance a professional archer needs when millimeters count,” stated Mark Hayes, Design Engineering Manager. “The TITLE, our Bridge-Lock Carbon Target Bars, and MATCH Bowstrings is a completely refined target system from top to bottom that significantly improves stability, accuracy, efficiency, repeatability and the overall shooting experience”. Read more

Archery

TrueTimber Announces Embrace the Pursuit Sweepstakes

TrueTimber has announced the Embrace the Pursuit Sweepstakes with top industry partners American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and Jack Link’s®. One grand prize winner will be announced at the end of the promotion to win a Honda Pioneer 1000-5 multipurpose side-by-side featuring the all-new TrueTimber Atera camo pattern along with other prizes. Additionally, 100 winners will be randomly selected throughout the sweepstakes to win daily prizes. The giveaway entry period ends December 17, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. CT. To enter, fans should visit the Embrace the Pursuit entry page located here.

“This is such an exciting opportunity to work with our friends at Honda and Jack Link’s to kick off a sweepstakes that will really give our fans a chance to win big,” said TrueTimber CEO Rusty Sellars. “These partnerships continue to grow and it’s exciting to see the connection all our customers share, given their extreme passion for adventure and the outdoors.”

Embrace the Pursuit Sweepstakes Prize Details:

Grand Prize (one winner to be randomly selected at end of promotion period):

  • Honda Pioneer 1000-5 featuring TrueTimber Atera Camo (MSRP $22,299)
  • $500 TrueTimber Gift Card (MSRP $500)
  • Jack Link’s Ultimate Prize Pack (MSRP $1,200)

Daily Prizes (one winner randomly chosen each day of the 100-day promotion period):

  • TrueTimber 20L Dry Gear Backpack (MSRP $59.99)
  • Jack Link’s Meat Snacks 16oz Beef Jerky Bag (MSRP $18.49)

The Embrace the Pursuit Sweepstakes launches in support of TrueTimber’s new Tekari™ apparel line, featuring two all-new camo patterns, Atera and XRC, now available at Walmart. Additionally, the grand prize winner will be one of the first to receive a Honda Pioneer 1000-5 featuring the new Atera camo pattern, which will be featured on all Honda Pioneer 1000 series camo side-by-sides beginning this fall. Read more

General

Partnership Continues to Promote Hunter Behavior

To promote the importance of hunter ethics and improved hunter behavior, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is partnering for a second year with several hunting and agriculture organizations to “protect the hunt.” While the campaign encourages hunters to always practice conscientious behavior, it focuses particularly on showing respect for private land and the access landowners provide.

The slogan is: It’s up to us. Respect access. Protect the hunt.

Landowners play an important role in sustaining healthy wildlife populations, contributing to our economy and communities by creating jobs, and providing valuable habitat and treasured open spaces. But the relationship between hunters and landowners can start to fray when just a few hunters abuse the privilege of hunting on private land. Read more

Hunting

MidwayUSA Foundation Hosts Hometown Challenge Shoot and Sweepstakes

Columbia, MO – The month of September is a great time to benefit youth shooting sports by taking part in MidwayUSA Foundation’s 2023 Hometown Challenge. This shoot and sweepstakes gives everyone the chance to win over 100 prizes and compete on a national stage, right from their hometown range. Every $20 donation is an entry into the sweepstakes and benefits the youth shooting team or organization of the participant’s choice. Plus, every donation will be matched!

MidwayUSA Foundation Executive Director, G. Scott Reynolds, is excited to offer this annual event. “This fun event is a great way to raise endowment funds and provides a way for the entire community to collaborate. Youth shooting athletes and coaches can really connect with community members of all ages either through a competition hosted at their range or just by offering supporters the chance to win a great prize in the sweepstakes.” Read more

Firearms

TALO and EAA Introduce Girsan High Power Negotiator

TALO Distributors, Inc. and EAA have teamed up to introduce a new pistol to add to the Negotiator family. Introducing the Girsan High Power™ Negotiator 9mm Luger. It is the second in a series of pistols that is loaded with features and delivers unparalleled quality and performance at attractive pricing.

The Girsan MC P35 Negotiator has the same Gold Titanium Nitrate finish not he barrel and small parts as its 1911 counterpart. It also has a straight crisp trigger, lightning cuts, flared magwell, accessory rail, and extended beavertail. Read more

Firearms

Full Range Double System for Trophy Pairs

Range’s Double System offers a unique space-saving option for displaying two trophy mounts.

The Double System allows you to rotate a pair of shoulder mounts 180 degrees to achieve the perfect angle while saving valuable wall space in your trophy room. It features durable steel plates with two 8-inch arms that each pivot in two places as well as all the hardware necessary to securely install the system to a wall stud. The Double System, which can accommodate two mounts up to 35 pounds each, is perfect for displaying whitetails, mule deer, antelope, sheep and more.

To learn more about the Double System and browse the full lineup, visit fullrangesystems.com.

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