SAF Attorneys Fight Stay Request in Challenge of NY Carry Restrictions

Attorneys for the Second Amendment Foundation have filed a response to a motion by the State of New York, asking for a stay in SAF’s challenge of New York’s revised concealed carry law which essentially prohibits carry on or in private property.

Joining SAF in this lawsuit on behalf of New York resident Brett Christian is the Firearms Policy Coalition, Inc. The complaint was filed in U.S. District Court for Western District of New York.

U.S. District John L. Sinatra granted a preliminary injunction against enforcement of the “private property exclusion” tenet of the law, calling it “unconstitutional.”

“We see absolutely no reason why Judge Sinatra’s ruling should be stayed,” said SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan M. Gottlieb. “Given the substantial likelihood we are going to prevail, the state’s request is unwarranted. The state is simply trying to delay the inevitable.”

In their response to New York’s plea, SAF attorneys note, “In addition to many location-specific restrictions, New York established a novel and unprecedented presumption that bans the possession of firearms by ordinary, law-abiding New Yorkers—such as Appellee Brett Christian—on all private property in all parts of the State unless and until the owner or lessee of the property puts up ‘clear and conspicuous signage’ allowing firearms ‘or has otherwise given express consent.’ This is a state-imposed default ban on exercising Second Amendment rights ‘outside the home.’” Read more

Gun Control

Macomb County man pleads no contest for shooting hawks when utility company refused to cut down tree

Arthur Anderson, 65, of Macomb Township pleaded no contest earlier this month in the Shelby Township District Court 41 A, after shooting three young Cooper’s hawks out of a tree earlier this year.

Anderson owes $4,500 ($1,500 per bird) in reimbursement to the state and $475 in fines and costs. He will be on probation for six months, and the shotgun he used to shoot the birds was confiscated.

“The Michigan Department of Natural Resources greatly appreciates the court system’s support in this case,” said Chief Dave Shaw, DNR Law Enforcement Division. “All birds of prey are protected at both the state and federal level and are an important and enjoyable part of Michigan’s natural environment.”

In June, Anderson hired a utility company to remove trees on his property. When the utility company refused to disturb the trees due to the birds’ habitat, Anderson retrieved a shotgun from his house and shot the nest at least five times; three dead hawks then fell to the ground.

Conservation Officer Brad Silorey received the anonymous tip that was reported to the DNR’s Report All Poaching Hotline (800-292-7800).

COs Sydney Griffor, Chris Knights and Sgt. Seth Rhodea met Silorey at Anderson’s Macomb Township home, where they interviewed him and collected evidence.

Anderson at first said he was shooting nuisance squirrels, but eventually confessed that he was angry the utility company wouldn’t remove the tree due to the nest. His firearm was seized at that time. Read more

Poachers

Montana: scientists use Infrastructure funding to reconnect historic waterway

by Tim Stauffer, Northern Region

December 8, 2022 – For the first time in more than 100 years, the Warm Springs Creek and Clark Fork River in west-central Montana will connect to create a passageway for native trout migration and improve the overall watershed health in the region.

This project is one of many ongoing restoration projects on the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest that uses infrastructure funds to meet major goals to benefit native fish populations in the region.

Over the last 10 years, the Forest has worked closely with private, state and federal partners on stream improvement projects, and a major goal of that work is to reconnect Warm Springs Creek to the Upper Clark Fork River. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act provided the Forest Service with $5.5 billion and the authority to tackle the most pressing issues facing our natural resources and associated infrastructure, such as trails, roads and bridges. Read more

Fishing

The Rock River Arms 12 Days of Christmas Special is ON

Colona, IL – Rock River Arms, the industry’s most respected name in Modern Sporting Rifles and pistols, wants to help everyone celebrate the holiday season with their 12 Days of Christmas Special.

With the economic times being challenging for many this year, Rock River Arms is lending a hand with daily specials on assorted parts and accessories to mark the Christmas countdown. From now through December 16, be sure to check out the Rock River Arms 12 Days of Christmas page to learn about the daily specials.

The savings offered during the 12 Days of Christmas special are significant, with prices knocked down well below standard retail prices. Items change daily, so don’t miss out on those must-have items you’ve been waiting for.

Christmas is a treasured time at Rock River Arms, and we wish all our loyal customers, dealers, and industry friends a blessed holiday and a great New Year!

For more information on the complete line of production AR15 style rifles and accessories, contact: Rock River Arms, 1042 Cleveland Rd, Colona, IL 61241. Phone: (309) 792.5780 Fax: (309) 792.5781 www.rockriverarms.com

Firearms

CCRKBA Condemns ATF Plan to Destroy Fast and Furious Guns

BELLEVUE, WA – The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms today condemned a reported plan by the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to destroy firearms associated with Operation Fast & Furious, the deadly Obama-Biden administration’s “gun walking’ scheme that turned into a national scandal.

Published reports say the ATF “is set to destroy” Fast & Furious guns, but Congressman Jim Jordan (R-OH) blasts the idea, asserting “Although the ATF apparently intends to forget its dangerous misconduct in Operation Fast and Furious, the scandal is still a matter of public concern. Given the potential for ongoing criminal and possible civil actions, it is not in the interest of justice for the ATF to destroy potential evidence associated with Operation Fast and Furious.”

CCRKBA Chairman Alan Gottlieb concurs with Jordan’s assessment, and took it another step.

“Operation Fast & Furious was only one of several scandals that erupted during the Obama-Biden administration,” Gottlieb observed, “but it’s the one that cost the life of Border Patrol agent Brian Terry, and untold numbers of lives in Mexico, along with crimes committed in the United States. It’s hardly surprising the ATF wants to erase the public memory of this debacle, especially now that Joe Biden is in the White House.” Read more

Firearms, Gun Control

Bushnell Launches Match Pro ED 5-30×56 FFP Riflescope

New Competition Scope Offers Class-Leading Optimal Performance

OVERLAND PARK, KS – Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, announces the introduction of the Match Pro ED 5-30×56 FFP riflescope. Building off the success of the original Match Pro, the new, enhanced version offers developing and experienced long-range shooters premium optical performance and features.

From hardcore rimfire shooters to precision long range, the Bushnell Match Pro ED offers best-in-class optical performance built around an ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Prime 56mm objective with EXO Barrier coating for protection against the elements. This glass wrings out every bit of sharpness and contrast without target blurring or color fringing. Read more

Optics

CVA Announces New Cascade XT Bolt Action Rifle

Lawrenceville, Georgia–BPI Outdoors/CVA is pleased to announce the Cascade XT bolt action riffle. CVA has been the longtime leader in both muzzleloading rifles and single shot centerfires. CVA is now adding to its popular Cascade line of bolt action riffles with the new Cascade XT.

The CVA Cascade XT (X-Treme) is CVA’s deluxe barreled Cascade, sporting weight-reducing flutes and a radial muzzle break as standard equipment, making the XT very comfortable to shoot both on the range and in the field, even in heavier calibers. The XT weight starts at a mere 7.15 lbs.

Jason Sebo, CVA Division Vice President of Sales/Brand Manager states, “CVA has applied it’s nearly 50 years of experience into making what CVA feels to be the best bolt action on the market under $800.” Read more

Firearms

Hunters successful in Nebraska bighorn harvest

Nebraska’s bighorn sheep hunting season ended Dec. 6 when a hunter from the eastern end of the state punched his tag, one of the two permits issued for the season.

Todd Nordeen, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission big game and disease research manager who supervises the hunting program, said each of the two rams harvested this year was a mature adult with full-curl horns. Both were harvested in the Wildcat Hills of the Panhandle.

Jerry Fischer of Denton bagged his ram on a 6-mile trek Dec. 6, his second day of hunting. He won his permit from a drawing 3,904 applicants.

The other hunter, Kevin Small, harvested his ram on his fourth day of pursuit, Dec. 2. He won his permit by auction in February during the annual banquet for the Iowa Chapter of the Foundation of North American Wild Sheep. Read more

Hunting

SK Guns Introduces Hand-Crafted, Limited-Edition Bespoke Collectables

HAYMARKET, VA – December 8, 2022 – SK Guns®, the Nation’s only limited-edition, series driven production manufacturer, has officially introduced a new collection of one-of-a-kind firearms, the SK Bespoke Collection. This unique collection features beautifully hand-carved 24k gold, fine .999 silver and pure platinum-inlaid one-of-ones, including some of the rarest select Colt® firearms left untouched.

“We’ve partnered with numerous FEGA® Master Engravers across the Nation to present the Bespoke Collection,” said Simon Khiabani, owner and founder of SK Guns. “With these museum-quality, one-of-a-kind guns ready to ship, we are proud to introduce this line to firearm collectors and enthusiasts everywhere.”

The collection’s matchless Colt® guns have been hand selected from a variety of collectors and estates. Select hand-carved Bespoke Collectables feature a custom display case. Enclosed in handpicked lumber, these cases are created as a perfect match for each beautifully crafted gun.

SK Guns proudly launches this new segment with the FEGA® Master Engraver Tom Harvey’s collection and will be adding more on a weekly basis. Read more

Firearms

NWTF’s Waterways for Wildlife Announces Second Round of Funding

(photo credit: Monte Loomis, courtesy NWTF)

EDGEFIELD, S.C.—The NWTF’s Waterways for Wildlife Initiative is starting another round of funding for critical riparian conservation projects in 2023.

Jumpstarted by the NWTF in 2022, the bourgeoning Waterways for Wildlife Initiative made significant headway in improving wildlife habitat along water corridors in its first year through 14 shovel-ready projects, currently underway and on target to enhance approximately 7,677 acres of wildlife habitat and impact nearly 80 stream miles.

For 2023, the Waterways for Wildlife initiative is looking to expand its impact on critical riparian habitat. The landscape-scale initiative is again accepting applications for financial assistance in support of projects that improve wildlife habitat in riparian systems and those with a direct benefit to water conservation.

Eligible parties include federal, state and local agencies and entities, conservation organizations, colleges/universities and private landowners currently working through an existing recognized federal, state or locally sponsored conservation assistance program.

“Through the collaboration with our partners, we will end up delivering nearly $3 million in critical conservation work in just one year,” said Jared McJunkin, NWTF director of conservation operations for the central region. “We are looking forward to continuing the collaborative efforts established in just one year to ensure riparian areas are conserved into perpetuity.” Read more

Hunting, Wildlife
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