New CMP Pistol Marksmanship 101 Class and M9 EIC Match Debut at Talladega Spring Classic

Talladega, AL – The Civilian Marksmanship Program introduced its first Pistol Marksmanship 101 class and accompanying M9 EIC pistol match on Wednesday, 17 March at the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park ahead of rain and thunder later in the day.

At the match, Michael Cameron, 65, of Baton Rouge, LA, earned his four introductory Excellence-In-Competition pistol points toward 30 required to earn a Distinguished Pistol Shot badge. With a score of 244-1X, Cameron was tops among the points-eligible shooters. He was followed by LTJG Brandon Critchfield, USCG (219) and CPT Jennifer Creasy, USAR (209).

Arthur Rubin, 61, of Lincolnwood, IL, led all 16 competitors in the three-stage match with a score of 249-1X. Rubin earned his introductory EIC pistol points in 2013. The match course of fire includes 10 shots slow-fire, 10 shots timed-fire and 10 shots rapid-fire, all at a distance of 25 yards. Read more

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Burris Optics Introduces Oracle 2 Rangefinding Bow Sight

Provides exact distance to target and exact aiming points

GREELEY, CO – Burris Optics changed the compound bow hunting game with the introduction of the Oracle Rangefinding Bow Sight in 2018 by taking the guesswork out of pin placement to give hunters the needed edge while in the field. Burris has built upon that success and incorporated positive consumer feedback for improvements in the overall design to enhance performance, bolster ruggedness and improve ease of use.

Knowing exact distance to target is critical when bow hunting. A few yards can be the difference between filling a tag or going home empty handed. The Oracle 2 eliminates unknown distances with a built-in IR laser rangefinder that automatically provides the correct aiming point for any distance and shot angle.

The Oracle 2 features increased functionality of the auto-brightness sensor to allow the pin brightness to be lower in ambient light conditions. Hunters can also use the easy-to-reach buttons to manually override the sensor to adjust to their desired brightness. The laser rangefinder adjustment mechanism also received improved usability by allowing users to adjust the laser’s point of aim without the use of special tools. The point of aim can now be adjusted much like a rifle scope and employs a more precise clicking mechanism. Read more

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Walther PDP 5″ Series

Building off of the Incredible Success of the Performance Duty Pistol (PDP), Walther is proud to announce it’s now available in 5” versions for both Full Size and Compact models.

Walther, a company, defined by over a century of engineering passion, precision workmanship, and innovation, has entered a new manufacturing era with its flagship elite handgun. The PDP has been painstakingly designed by Walther to perform no matter what so the shooter can focus on being READY.

With revolutionary Red Dot Ergonomics engineered into the pistol, the PDP platform has been designed around making the switch to the popular red-dot sight system easier for the new RDS shooter and faster for the RDS veterans. The SuperTerrain serrations are uniquely shaped to protrude above the surface of the slide, allowing for quicker and more responsive hands-on engagement with the pistol. Walther’s brand new Performance Duty Trigger shortens the length of travel and increases the tactile definition of the trigger break making the best striker-fired trigger on the market even better. The PDP is the most modular and versatile pistol ever designed by Walther, and every PDP model comes red dot READY. Read more

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Chapuis Faisan Over/Under Shotguns: Exquisite Aesthetics and High Performance

ACCOKEEK, MD – French gun maker Chapuis delivers high performance in the field while boasting exquisite aesthetics with the Faisan Classic and Artisan over-and-under shotguns. The two shotguns infuse classic lines with modern technology to deliver a unique look of prestige. Chambered in 12, 20 and 28 gauge, both shotgun models are now available to dealers and consumers.

“Pheasant hunting is one of the time-honored traditions of gentleman hunting,” said Chapuis Product Manager Tom Leoni. “Faisan is French for ‘pheasant,’ and these two shotguns honor the classical beauty associated with upland shotguns from the days of yore along with providing great in-field performance with modern technology. Anyone who goes afield with a Faisan will surely be proud to show it to others.”

Built from a single block of forged steel, the action of the Faisan shotguns provides maximum resistance and durability. The action’s low profile also allows the support hand to be very close to the bore axis for instinctive pointability. Modern updates such as an automatic safety, ejectors and the convenience of current chokes round out the features of both guns. Read more

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SIG SAUER Academy Hosts Mastering the Shotgun Courses with Lena and Jerry Miculek

 

NEWINGTON, N.H. – SIG SAUER Academy, the leading provider of the highest quality firearms instruction and tactical training in the world, is pleased to announce the addition of Shotgunning with the Pros with Jerry and Lena Miculek to the 2021 course schedule.

“Back by popular demand, we are excited to announce the addition of two course dates to the summer course schedule for exclusive shotgun classes with the dynamic father/daughter duo, Jerry and Lena Miculek,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales. “Jerry, considered the greatest shooter of all time, and his daughter Team SIG’s Lena Miculek, the top female 3-gun competitor in the world, makes this course a true one-of-a-kind training and shooting experience that you can only find at the SIG SAUER Academy.”

Shotgunning with the Pros with Jerry and Lena Miculek provides students training beginning with shotgun fundamentals, handling skills, and competition shotgun shooting. The two-day course is taught by Jerry and Lena Miculek using the Mossberg 940 JM Pro, a feature-rich and fast-cycling competitive shotgun designed in conjunction with Jerry Miculek.

Two session dates are now available for Shotgunning with the Pros with Jerry and Lena Miculek at the SIG SAUER Academy in Epping, New Hampshire. They are as follows:

Session 1: July 12-13

Session 2: July 15-16

To register and review the course outline, or review the comprehensive course offering for SIG SAUER Academy visit sigsaueracademy.com.

About SIG SAUER, Inc.

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 2,300 employees across nine locations. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.

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New Rapala Outerwear Keeps Anglers Dry and Comfortable

Minnetonka, Minnesota – Rain, rain, go away? Nah. Let it rain!

When the sprinkles start, zip into the new Rapala RAIN suit and hit the water without worry of getting wet. Both waterproof and breathable, Rapala RAIN outwear is exceptionally crafted, using premium materials, and is fitted for comfort.

“When your drive to work is a highway of water, you need outerwear you can count on day after day, week after week, year after year,” says Tony Roach, an in-demand fishing guide on Minnesota’s Mille Lacs Lake. “With superior gear, from a legendary name you can trust, you can weather the storm, be it rain, boat spray, wind and – if you’re unlucky enough – even snow.”

Roach is among a cohort of high-profile anglers across the Upper Midwest who will fish comfortably in inclement weather this season outfitted in Rapala RAIN gear, including outdoor-television hosts James Holst, Travis Frank and Kurt Walbeck, from In-Depth Outdoors, Minnesota Bound and Outdoor Bound, respectively. Each is accustomed to hitting the water in unforgiving conditions. Read more

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Wildgame Innovations Encounter Cellular Trail Camera

Grand Prairie, TX – Take scouting to the next level by instantly sending images to any mobile device or desktop computer nationwide with a Wildgame Innovations® Encounter™ cellular trail camera. The new Encounter cell cam offers a swift and smart solution, keeping hunters connected wherever via the HuntSmart app and its artificial intelligence features.

From the convenience of a phone, hunters can use the HuntSmart app to remotely monitor critical camera stats like signal strength, battery life, SD card capacity and data plan usage. HuntSmart also includes advanced scouting features like species recognition, enhanced filtering capabilities, and more.

Using these tools remotely, hunters can manage their hunting property with minimal intrusion. With data and activity captured by a net of several Encounter cell cameras, hunters can pattern specific bucks or behavior as it relates to seasonality, moon phases and weather. As a result, hunters will be able to more accurately predict key hunting locations without disturbing their property.

The Encounter camera operates on all cellular networks automatically attaching to the best provider in the area, meaning the consumer does not have to choose between cell service providers. A new and improved onboarding process expedites the setup. Simply scan a QR-code, and the camera is ready to send images to your phone or home computer. Encounter’s intuitive red, yellow, green indicator light shows cellular strength at a glance. Read more

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Bald Eagles Multiply by 4 Times!

Bald Eagles have multiplied by 4 times in population size across the Lower 48 States during the past 10 years (photo by Paul Konrad).

During the past 10 years, Bald Eagles have multiplied by 4 times in population size across the Lower 48 States, with a total estimate at 316,708 Bald Eagles. That’s especially exciting news considering that most Bald Eagles nest in Canada and Alaska, and it shows the continued success of Bald Eagle nesting since our national bird was listed as an endangered species. Bald Eagles were removed from the endangered list in 2007, and populations continue to increase in numbers at surprising rates.

For the past 50 years, the US Fish and Wildlife Service has been estimating the number of Bald Eagle nests, using counts provided by each state and adding aerial survey data to track the population recovery of America’s national symbol. But in its new Bald Eagle population report, tabulated with the help of results using eBird data from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the USFWS found many more eagles and eagle nests than previously thought to exist in the Lower 48 states.

Bald Eagle numbers were broken down by flyway with the Mississippi Flyway supporting the most eagles at 159,772; with 84,541 in the Atlantic Flyway; 42,068 in the Pacific Flyway; and 30,427 in the Central Flyway. The numbers of active nests have more than doubled since 2007 to include 71,467 nesting pairs in 2020.

The much improved nesting success and population increases for Bald Eagles is primarily the result of banning DDT and similar pesticides in 1972 throughout the United States. These pesticides caused severe eggshell thinning that led to broken eggs and failed nesting attempts year after year among Bald Eagles, Ospreys, Peregrine Falcons, Brown Pelicans, and other large predatory birds that are at the top of affected food chains. Read more

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Steiner Optics “Dads-N-Grads” Promotion

GREELEY, Colo. – Steiner Optics announces its “Dads-N-Grads” promotion to give outdoor enthusiasts great savings on popular Steiner binoculars. Savings can be had on select HX Series, M Series, BluHorizons binoculars and the Commander binoculars; and our top-selling T5Xi rifle scope line The promotion runs from April through June 30, 2021.

“With spring right around the corner, more and more outdoorsmen and women will be headed outside to partake in their favorite activities and hobbies,” said Seth Fields, Steiner National Sales Manager. “Consumers who purchase any of the select products from a participating dealer will receive 10 percent off in the form of an instant rebate or a gift card. This is a great opportunity to enjoy some of Steiner’s best offerings at a discounted price.”

The HX Series relies on a high-precision roof prism design, advanced lens coatings, and an ergonomic rubber-armored Makrolon® frame to take on any situation. From the dark woods to sunlit ridges, the HX Series delivers clear, bright images with an extended field of view. Read more

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Dickinson Royal Series Over & Under

Premium Sidelock Shotgun Available in 12- and 20-Gauge Models

The Royal Series Over & Under from Dickinson Arms proves that shooters can get a premium, collector-quality shotgun without breaking the bank or waiting forever to get a custom gun made.

The Royal Series offers everything serious shooters look for in a premium over & under, beginning with premium grade Turkish walnut and a hand removable side lock design with an intercepting safety sear and additional pin anchoring that make this gun superior to typical five-pin models.

The CNC-machined receiver is milled from a solid block of molybdenum chrome steel and finished with true Bone Charcoal Case Hardening that makes each gun an individual work of art. The receiver is accented with beautiful hand engraved English scroll work. The finish, 24-lines-per-inch checkering of the premium Turkish walnut stock, and final fitting are all hand done by skilled craftsmen.

The Royal Series doesn’t just look great on display; it is ruggedly built for reliable long-term performance. Its premium construction features include a gated barrel selector, automatic ejectors, heavy-duty hammer springs and precision CNC-machined internal components. It is available in both 12-gauge and 20-gauge versions, and a range of barrel lengths including 24”, 26”, 28” and 30” to cover a wide range of shooting styles. This gun comes complete with a luxurious carrying case and five thin-walled chokes to cover all shooting situations on the range or in the field. Read more

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