Vermont: Bats Are On the Move, With a Reputation to Improve

MONTPELIER, Vt. – The onset of fall sends Vermont’s bats into motion, which makes it an important time for conservation-minded Vermonters to learn about, and help conserve, our nine native bat species.

If you have noticed bats roosting in your attic, barn, or office over the summer, fall is the perfect time to safely evict these uninvited guests from your property. This is because summer groups of bats that roost in buildings begin to scatter in the fall, in preparation for migration or hibernation. You can learn how to safely evict bats from your building at the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department’s best management practices page.

You can also help bat conservation efforts by reporting large colonies of bats living in structures to the department’s website. Locations with rare colonies of endangered little brown bats are eligible for free bat houses from Vermont Fish and Wildlife. Read more

Wildlife

CZ-USA Competition Pistols

Kansas City, KS (October 19, 2022) – CZ pistols are no stranger to the podium, and two competition guns consistently rise to the top. CZ’s Shadow 2 Orange and TS 2 are top-shelf match-grade pistols, boasting enhanced ergonomics, exceptional accuracy, and impeccable performance, and both are top picks among elite shooters.

CZ Shadow 2 Orange dominates the USPSA Production Division. Its hand-fitted slide and frame feature a barrel bushing that increases slide-to-barrel fit, resulting in tighter groups. Combined with the double/single action pistol’s factory-tuned trigger, the CZ Shadow 2 Orange is one of the range’s most accurate contenders.

The Shadow 2 Orange stands apart from the standard pistols, saving the shooter precious time when seconds count. It wears a set of signature orange grips with matching magazine bases and a mag-release button. The Shadow 2’s swappable mag release includes an adjustable, extended button with three settings allowing shooters to set it in the most comfortable spot.

A hardy nitride finish coats the entire pistol, while the frame gets a layer of durable black polycoat. Its thin aluminum grips have deep checkering that matches the pistol’s front and backstrap lines. Sitting atop the slide is a set of target sights—fiber optic on the front and a black, serrated HAJO rear for ultra-fast target acquisition in difficult lighting conditions. The Shadow 2 Orange is available in the ubiquitous 9mm cartridge.

CZ TS 2 is best known for its crisp single-action trigger and long sight radius – the hallmark of an accurate pistol. The second-generation CZ Tactical Sport mimics the slide profile of the Shadow 2. A redesigned frame improves ergonomics while raising the grip hand’s position, a design that reduces muzzle flip for faster follow-up shots.

Front and rear cocking serrations make slide manipulation easy, and a set of fixed target sights with a fiber optic front and black serrated rear are robust enough to withstand the rigors of competition. The TS 2’s sporty blue aluminum grips dress up the pistol while aggressive checkering improves pistol control in all conditions. Shooters will love the pistol’s generous magwell for fast reloads.

Three models let shooters choose the best pistol for their sport. The popular 9mm Luger models, available as a 20-round or low-capacity 10-round version, are an excellent choice for many. The 40 S&W’s major power factor provides a competitive edge for shooters playing the numbers game. The TS 2 accepts various custom parts already available for the Tactical Sports platform.

CZ-USA Shadow 2 Orange Specifications:

    • SKU: 91249
    • Caliber: 9mm Luger
    • Capacity: 17 + 1
    • Frame: Steel
    • Action: DA/SA
    • Sights: Fiber Optic Front, Black HAJO Rear
    • Barrel: Cold Hammer Forged
    • Barrel Length: 4.89”
    • Height: 6.2”
    • Width: 1.79″
    • Weight: 46.5 oz
    • Overall Length: 8.53”
    • Safety: Ambidextrous Manual Safety
    • MSRP: $2,249.00

CZ-USA TS 2 Specs:

      • SKU: 91220; 01220; 91222
      • Caliber: 9mm; 40 S&W
      • Capacity: 20 (10 low-capacity model); 17
      • Frame: Steel
      • Action: SA Only
      • Sights: Fiber Optic Front, Black Serrated Fixed Rear
      • Barrel: Cold Hammer Forged
      • Barrel Length: 5.28”
      • Height: 5.8”
      • Width: 1.57”
      • Weight: 48.5
      • Overall Length: 8.86”
      • Safety: Ambidextrous Manual Safety, Safety Stop on Hammer
      • MSRP: $1,695.00

Since 1997, CZ-USA has offered American shooters and hunters the best firearms the Czech Republic has to offer. CZ-USA will continue to improve, innovate, and add to the CZ-USA line-up of high-quality, affordable handguns, rifles, shotguns, plus custom-quality handguns from Dan Wesson.

For more information, please visit

WWW.CZ-USA.COM

 

Firearms

Bushnell® CelluCORE™ 20 Solar Trail Camera Available for Peak Hunting Season

New Solar Cellular Trail Camera Offers Increased Battery Life for All-Season Scouting

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, announces the new CelluCORE 20 Solar Cellular Trail Camera (with Dual Sim technology) is available at retail and ready for action as the rut starts to heat up.

The CelluCORE 20 Solar combines the reliability and image quality of the CelluCORE 20 with an integrated solar panel to dramatically increase battery life. The solar panel is also removable and adjustable, so you never need to sacrifice optimal positioning of the camera or panel. This camera includes a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and can maintain a full charge for up to 70 images per day with four to six hours of direct sunlight.

“We’re always looking for ways to help hunters get more use from their cameras without having to disturb hunting spots,” said Jason Harris, director of marketing and product management at Primos Hunting. “Integrating a solar panel is a simple, effective way to extend overall battery life allowing owners to get more time from their cameras all season long.” Read more

Optics, Wildlife

Sauer Introduces SL5 Waterfowl Shotguns

San Antonio, Texas – J.P. Sauer & Sohn, Germany’s oldest manufacturer of hunting firearms, is pleased to introduce the new line of SL5 Waterfowl shotguns. Available in three models – Fred Bear Old School Camo, Fred Bear Old School Camo stock and forearm with brown Cerakote barrel and action, and Black Synthetic – these 12-gauge, semi-auto shotguns are rugged, reliable, and accurate in the most extreme hunting conditions. All are available in 3.5” models, which can accommodate 2 ¾”, 3” or 3.5” shotshells. Capacity is 3+1. The Black Synthetic model is also available in a 3” chambering.

Inertia-driven like the SL5 Turkey gun, the smooth-cycling SL5 Waterfowl shotgun requires fewer parts than a gas-driven gun and minimal cleaning – ideal traits for a duck and goose gun that is exposed to the elements. All SL5 3.5” models have an oversized extended bolt handle and release button making it easy to work with gloves on in frigid temperatures and are available in three barrel lengths – 26-inch, 28-inch, or 30-inch. The barrels are chrome lined with a stepped rib for precise alignment. The receiver is made with a steel upper for strength and durability, and the lower is aluminum for improved balance and reduced weight. Read more

Firearms

Shoot United Launches Handgun Training and Education Video Series

EAST ALTON, IL — Shoot United announces the launch of its new handgun training and educational video series, geared toward the millions of new and prospective firearm owners throughout the United States. The “Take Your Shot” videos are hosted by Barret Kendrick and Jessica Hook, both experts in providing professional and reliable information in firearm safety and usage.

“People of all experience levels will find value in the handgun training video series,” said Jason Gilbertson, director of marketing for Shoot United. “Professional educators in firearms training like Barret and Jess provide tremendous value in explaining important topics in the shooting sports and firearms ownership. This is another video series that adds value to the Shoot United platform.”

The videos can be accessed on ShootUnited.com as well as on the Shoot United YouTube channel. Read more

Firearms

New NDA Video: How to Easily Debone Venison for Travel in CWD Zones

October 20, 2022 – Avoiding transportation of deer carcasses out of CWD zones helps prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease into new areas, and the National Deer Association has released a new video helping deer hunters debone their venison for safe, legal travel.

The new video, available on NDA’s YouTube channel at youtube.com/deerassociation, was created in partnership with The Bearded Buck of Pennsylvania. NDA Chief Conservation Officer Kip Adams processes a doe harvested at The Bearded Buck property while teaching techniques for skinning and deboning venison.

“Whether you’re hunting deer in the early season in warm temperatures or hunting a CWD management zone where carcass transportation is restricted, it’s a useful skill to be able to quickly skin, quarter and de-bone venison for easy and legal transportation,” said Adams. “If you hunt in a chronic wasting disease (CWD) zone, it’s critical to prevent the spread of disease to new areas by leaving the carcass in the CWD zone where you harvested the deer.

In the video, Adams shows all the steps on how to process efficiently, effectively and safely according to CWD guidelines. The new video will help deer hunters go from field to freezer in no time.

Visit http://youtube.com/deerassociation to watch the new video and many other educational videos on deer science, hunting and management. Read more

Hunting

Acorn Abundance Influences Behaviors of Ohio’s Wildlife

Ohio wildlife, such as fox squirrels, seek out acorns as a food source during the fall and winter.
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The 2022 survey of acorn abundance on selected Ohio wildlife areas shows an average of 39% of white oaks and 37% of red oaks bore fruit, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The long-term average for white oak production is 37%, and 54% for red oak production.“A mature oak tree can produce thousands of acorns, which in turn feed more than 90 of Ohio’s forest wildlife species,” said Division of Wildlife Chief Kendra Wecker. “Deer, turkeys, squirrels, ruffed grouse, blue jays, raccoons, woodpeckers, foxes, and more seek out and eat acorns throughout the fall and winter.”

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Acorns come in two basic types: red and white. They are divided into these groups based on the type of oak tree. Red oak acorns take two years to develop, and the acorns are bitter, containing a large amount of the chemical tannin. White oak acorns take only one year to develop and have a sweeter taste. These differences cause periodic fluctuations in statewide acorn abundance. Low mast production years are a normal part of this cycle, and wildlife readily adapt to find alternative food sources. Read more

Hunting, Wildlife

Hatsan’s Factor Competition PCP Rifle

Rogers, AR (October 18, 2022) – HatsanUSA has brought a new highly-customizable competition PCP air rifle to the US market – the Factor RC. Available in .177, .22, and .25 calibers, it can be fine-tuned and tailored to various competitions and shooting styles. Among its many features is the ability to accept commercially available pistol grips and buttstocks made for modern sporting rifles and has a reversible cocking lever for ambidextrous operation.

You’ll find that the ergonomic pistol grip is covered in soft, durable rubber and is textured to provide maximum grip and control. The 5-position telescoping buttstock also features an elevation adjustable cheek rest that can be moved in 5mm increments up to 40mm tall or removed for low-profile optics. Hatsan’s famous fully adjustable Quattro Trigger includes a trigger pad that can be moved vertically and rotated left or right for maximum precision and comfort. Read more

Firearms

SIGHTRON Announces Holiday Instant Rebate on S-TAC Premium Riflescopes

Youngsville, NC -– SIGHTRON, one of the world’s most innovative optical observation and aiming device companies, is pleased to announce their Holiday Instant Rebate promotion on select S-TAC series of riflescopes. With the holidays and hunting season just around the corner, now is a great time for deals.

Hunters and sport shooters are always aiming for the center of the target. This time of year, they’re also shooting for big savings. Now is the time to take advantage of this instant rebate promotion with big savings on their new and most popular SIGHTRON premium riflescopes. SIGHTRON is one of the most recognized brands in modern, high-powered, long-range and precision shooting competitions today. So, whether you’re shopping for your favorite sportsman or just taking advantage of this special offer to add another riflescope to your own collection, SIGHTRON has you covered. This instant rebate promotion event runs through January 1st, 2023. It’s SIGHTRON’s way of saying “Thank You” to all of their passionate hunters and sport shooters.

SIGHTRON is now offering big savings on select premium riflescopes:

Save up to $240 on S-TAC – An excellent choice for hunting or competitive shooting, the S-TAC 3-16×42 and 4-12×50 riflescopes features Zact-7 multi-coating with precision-ground lenses to give you a crisp, clear picture, no matter what power. The ExacTrack windage and elevation adjustments give you precise adjustments that will get on target and keep you there. Fogproof, waterproof and shockproof comes standard. So, no matter the conditions, you will be able to see your target. Read more

Optics

NRA Provides Over $1 Million in Funding for Range Development Projects in 2022

Fairfax, Va. – The National Rifle Association of America is proud to announce that over one million dollars has been distributed through the NRA and NRA Foundation to fund range development and improvement projects in 2022. Projects receiving grants run the spectrum of vital needs for public and private shooting ranges; including, construction of berms, range covers, and pavilions to the purchase of trap machines and lighting systems.

“To ensure a robust future for recreational target shooting and the shooting sports, gun owners need a place to learn, train, and compete,” said Joseph P. DeBergalis, Jr., executive director of NRA General Operations. “Thanks to the generosity of NRA members, NRA Foundation donors, and those who attend local Friends of NRA events, NRA is able to provide the resources sought after by clubs and public agencies to build, expand, and improve ranges in their communities.” Read more

Firearms
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