Tread Off-Road Navigator Now Tracks Sporting Dogs When Used with Select Garmin GPS Dog Systems

Feature update allows in-vehicle dog tracking

OLATHE, Kan./August 19, 2021 – Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced a free software update for its Tread powersport navigator that offers hunters and dog handlers embedded technology to help track sporting dogs after pairing Tread with select Garmin GPS dog systems (sold separately). Users will now be able to see markers on Tread’s navigation display for each of their dogs within tracking range. What’s more, Tread’s directional cues will help owners easily locate their dogs to help follow their every move.

With this update, users can pair Tread with the following Garmin dog tracking devices:

    • Alpha 100/200i
    • Astro 320/430/900
    • PRO 550 Plus

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Hunting

Daiwa Steez CT SV

New Low-Profile Flagship Baitcaster, The Unparalleled Steez CT SV

Designed in America and precision built in Japan, this super-smooth lightweight powerhouse is a technological marvel backed by Daiwa’s ultimate warranty.

Cypress, Calif. – Hardcore bass fans asked for it and now Daiwa has delivered big time. Meet the brand new Steez CT SV, a lightweight, super-smooth baitcaster packed full of Daiwa’s proprietary cutting-edge technology, unmatched in a reel this size. Daiwa’s high-end Steez line is already renown for exceptional performance, toughness and versatility. The new CT SV raises that bar to even greater heights.

“This is our new flagship low-profile baitcasting reel,” says Marc Mills, Field Marketing Manager for Daiwa-US. “It is, quite simply the best baitcasting reel we can make right now, and it incorporates the absolute best of our design breakthroughs in every respect. At just 5.3 ounces, it’s built specifically for the U.S. market with the power to handle bigger bass and larger lures in a featherweight format that excels at precision finesse presentations as well. Extremely comfortable in the palm of your hand, it’s perfectly balanced, ergonomic design is second to none.” Read more

Fishing

The Elite Hunting Bibs from HOT SHOT Gear

McKees Rocks, PA.- HOT SHOT Gear, engineers of authentic hunting and fishing apparel that is built to beat the elements, would like to introduce the Elite Hunting Bib. When the temperature drops and late season hunting comes calling, the Elite Bibs will provide warmth in the toughest conditions.

The design of the HOT SHOT Elite Hunting Bibs provides a completely windproof and waterproof product that you can trust to perform when you need them most. Featuring 120 grams of insulation, the bibs are built to keep you comfortable in the outdoors while hunting or fishing. Read more

Fishing, Hunting

Mossberg +ONE Gearbox Giveaway Supports National Shooting Sports Month

NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the firearm industry trade association, is pleased to announce that Mossberg is a sponsor of a +ONE® Gearbox Giveaway in support of 2021’s National Shooting Sports Month®.

NSSF’s +ONE Movement encourages the mentoring of newcomers by experienced target shooters and hunters in order to pass on the enjoyment and tradition of the shooting sports. The perfect time to introduce someone new to recreational shooting is during the month of August—National Shooting Sports Month.

Mossberg wants to help recreational shooters get out and enjoy the fun and excitement of the shooting sports by offering this great package full of essential range gear.

Family-owned and operated for over a century, Mossberg is proud to represent hardworking, reliable, American manufacturing. Those who enter the Mossberg Gearbox Giveaway, valued at $2,695.97, earn a chance to win three of Mossberg’s most popular firearms:

(1) The highly praised MC2c Compact 9mm pistol featuring Mossberg’s Safe Take-Down System and TRUGLO Tritium-Pro night sights,

(2) A Mossberg 500 12 gauge Retrograde, and

(3) An MVP Precision bolt-action rifle, chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, featuring a Mossberg chassis, LUTH-AR MBA-3 stock, threaded barrel, adjustable trigger and a slim ergonomic handguard, cut for MLOK accessories.

Mossberg also will provide the winner with a soft carrying case for the shotgun, and some branded swag to show off your Mossberg and 2A pride!

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Firearms

RMEF, Partners Dole Out $1.3 Million for Colorado Elk Habitat, Research

MISSOULA, Mont. — The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and its partners allocated $1,311,336 of grant funding in Colorado to benefit wildlife habitat and scientific research. RMEF contributed $167,562 and leveraged an additional $1,143,774 in partner dollars.

Ten projects will benefit Clear Creek, Costilla, Delta, Eagle, Garfield, Grand, Gunnison, Jackson, Las Animas, Mesa, Moffat, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Rio Grande, Routt, San Miguel and Saguache Counties.

“We appreciate our state, federal and other partners who join us in seeing the importance of aspen restoration, invasive weed treatment, the installation of new wildlife water resources and other habitat enhancement work,” said Blake Henning, RMEF chief conservation officer. “There are also various important studies that will assist wildlife managers to learn more and better manage elk herds.”

“It’s important to highlight that our volunteers spend a lot of time and are devoted to raising these funds by hosting banquets, membership drives and other activities. We are grateful for all they do,” said Kyle Weaver, RMEF president and CEO.

There are more than 16,000 members and 30 chapters in Colorado.

Dating back to 1987, RMEF and its partners completed 807 conservation and hunting heritage outreach projects in Colorado with a combined value of more than $183 million. These projects protected or enhanced 471,699 acres of habitat and opened or improved public access to 122,107 acres.

Below is a sampling of Colorado’s 2021 project, listed by county. Read more

Hunting, Wildlife

Berger Issues Safety Notice for 223 Remington 77 Grain OTM Tactical Ammunition

Mesa, AZ – Berger’s Load Development Team has determined that some 223 Remington 77 Grain OTM Tactical (Product # 65-23030) cartridges from Lot # P002745, P002745-1, P002745-2 & P002745-3 may cause function/ignition issues with AR-style gas operating platforms. Bolt action rifles are not affected.

Berger Ammunition Lot # P002745, P002745-1, P002745-2 & P002745-3 223 Remington 77 Grain OTM Tactical ammunition, Item #65-23030 was shipped to retailers on April 2nd, 2021 to April 22nd, 2021. Read more

Ammunition

LUCID Optics Binoculars Make Outdoor Life’s Annual List

 

RIVERTON, WY, U.S. – – LUCID Optics, known for more than a decade of refining traditional optics for improved use in tactical and field settings, is featured in the Outdoor Life magazine article “The Best New Hunting Binoculars of 2021” with their B-8 8×24 High Definition (ED) Binoculars.

LUCID Optics’ commitment to delivering a comfortable, lightweight binocular was noticed by the Outdoor Life team. “The LUCID’s build is impressive,” said Outdoor Life’s Andrew McKean. “It features high-definition extra-low-dispersion glass, and the twin-hinge open-bridge design is one of the most modern and comfortable on the market.”

Balanced and lightweight at only 24 ounces, McKean added, “The other side of weight, though, is portability, and testers reported carrying the LUCID for days of field work and marveling at its nimbleness and near weightlessness.” Read more

Optics

Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Introduces CLUB Business Card in Partnership with Capital One

First-ever CLUB Business credit card rewards small business owners

on everyday purchases to enable new adventures in the outdoors

SPRINGFIELD, Missouri – Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s, in partnership with Capital One, Tuesday announced the launch of the first-ever CLUB Business credit card, empowering small business owners to earn rewards on all business purchases and apply them towards purchases at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s to make the most of time outdoors.

As the card for small business owners who are passionate about enjoying nature and outdoor activities, the CLUB Business card is proud to offer customer benefits including:

  • 1.5% back in CLUB points on purchases everywhere Mastercard is accepted
  • 5% back in CLUB points on purchases at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s
  • 2.5% back in CLUB points on purchases at participating Cenex gas station locations across the United States
  • Same price match guarantee all customers enjoy, plus an extra 5% off as a CLUB member
  • No annual fees
  • Access to custom hunting and fishing adventures around the world

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General

Get More Bang from Your Ammo with Birchwood Casey

Irving, TX – Birchwood Casey, the industry leader in targets and shooting support gear, has the answer for making your training sessions both productive and exciting while getting the greatest return out of your precious ammo stash. It’s called the Texas Star Plinking Target.

The Texas Star is a new reactive target developed to build the shooter’s speed, boost their ability to acquire targets quickly, and to train them to engage multiple targets with precision and confidence. Read more

Firearms

Michigan: invasive balsam woolly adelgid confirmed in Kent County

First detection of this invasive bug in the state

Monday, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) Director Gary McDowell announced the state’s first verified detection of balsam woolly adelgid (BWA) near Rockford in Kent County.

“It’s not known how BWA may have gotten to Michigan or how long it’s been here, but it’s plausible it was on infested nursery stock,” said McDowell. “Arborists, tree experts and the public are our extra set of eyes with invasive species. With August being National Tree Check month, this is another critical reminder to look for irregularities with your trees and to not move firewood.” Read more

Wildlife
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