RMEF Appeals Northern Rockies’ Wolf Ruling, Calls for ESA Reform

RMEF Appeals Northern Rockies’ Wolf Ruling, Calls for ESA Reform

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation filed an immediate appeal to a decision by a federal judge that orders the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to reconsider Endangered Species Act (ESA) protections for gray wolves in the West.

RMEF Appeals Northern Rockies’ Wolf Ruling, Calls for ESA Reform

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation filed an immediate appeal to a decision by a federal judge that orders the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to reconsider Endangered Species Act (ESA) protections for gray wolves in the West.

Environmental groups filed two petitions in 2024, challenging an earlier USFWS decision that gray wolves in the Northern Rocky Mountains and Western United States did not warrant ESA listing.

Not counting those born this spring, the minimum population in the West is at least 3,200 wolves. That number continues to grow with expanded range, including populations in Idaho and Montana that are respectively 700 percent and 600 percent above federal minimum recovery levels. Wyoming’s population met minimum recovery criteria the last 22 years, and wolf numbers are expanding in California, Colorado, Oregon and Washington. Read more

Animal Rights, Wildlife

A Novel Approach to Estimating and Studying Wild Turkey Populations

Ongoing research in Mississippi is developing new ways to gauge turkey populations.

One of the most important elements of wild turkey management is estimating turkey populations, and gauging whether these are stable, increasing, or decreasing. That said, this is no simple task, and many of the methods long used are less effective than researchers would like. Simply, we need better population estimation techniques.

As such, TFT is excited to report on an ongoing research effort that it and other partners are supporting. A new turkey research technique is being tested to determine the efficacy of its deployment in wild turkey science and management. The preliminary results showcase great success.

Currently, a significant effort is being conducted across eight research sites in Mississippi, including a mix of private and public lands. These include Chickasaw WMA, Choctaw WMA, Little Biloxi WMA, Wolf River WMA, as well as private lands in Hancock, Jefferson, Kemper, and Marshall Counties.

“The goal is to see if this technique will allow us to know exactly how many turkeys are using particular properties,” said Adam B. Butler, CWB, director of conservation development with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. “One of the shortcomings in the science and management of turkeys is that they’re so difficult to count. It’s difficult to compare certain things against other things, such as certain management practices against other management practices, certain habitats against other habitats, etc.” Read more

Wildlife

Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation Appeals Montana Court’s Wolf Ruling

The Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation and its partners, Safari Club International and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, appealed a court judgment vacating the Fish and Wildlife Service’s (FWS) decision declining to relist gray wolves in the Northern Rocky Mountain region to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

The coalition of sportsmen’s groups have filed a notice of appeal and will continue to fight for sound wildlife management. This latest ruling in support of the activists’ petitions would seem to demand that until wolves are recovered across the entirety of the Lower 48, including active, protective, management throughout its historic range, that all wolves everywhere should remain protected under the Endangered Species Act.

Congress declared the wolves in the Northern Rocky Mountain region (Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, eastern Oregon and Washington, and north-central Utah) recovered in 2011. Since then, the wolves have thrived, and expanded into surrounding areas, including northern California, western Washington and Oregon, and Colorado. That wasn’t good enough for several animal-rights organizations who asked FWS to combine the recovered Northern Rocky Mountain wolves with wolves in the neighboring western states and list them as an endangered species.

“They asked FWS to use the wolf’s recovery against it,” said Michael Jean, Litigation Counsel for Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation. “They want to push the boundaries of the recovered population to include the areas where it is currently expanding to dilute the overall recovery.” Read more

Hunting, Wildlife

Michigan Bear Forum, Furtaker User Group Meetings Set for August in St. Ignace

Hunting and trapping are time-honored traditions in Michigan. Whether you’re an experienced hunter or trapper, just getting started, or simply curious about how the Michigan Department of Natural Resources manages wildlife, you’re invited to two upcoming events in St. Ignace: the Michigan Furbearer Forum (Aug. 22) and the Michigan Bear Forum (Aug. 23). These forums are open to the public and provide a chance to listen in on conversations with stakeholder groups about wildlife population, hunting and trapping regulations and current research. Keep reading for details about each event. Read more

Hunting

Parkwest Arms Take-Down Rifle System

Parkwest Arms, a premier American firearms manufacturer known for its legacy of precision, performance, and hand craftsmanship, is proud to announce their SD-76 Take-Down Rifle System—a compact, modular evolution of the acclaimed Model 76 platform, designed specifically for the traveling hunter or professional marksman.

Every Parkwest Arms rifle is a statement of excellence, blending traditional techniques like hand-checkered stocks and precision-blueprinted actions with modern, state-of-the-art manufacturing. From carefully selected walnut blanks to field-proven mechanical systems, Parkwest rifles reflect a standard rarely seen in today’s world.

Their Take-Down Rifle System is a continuation of that philosophy. Originally designed in 1986 by master gunsmiths Don Allen and Pete Grisel, the Model 76 became a modern classic. Today, Parkwest Arms proudly carries that torch forward with the SD-76 Dark Continent—one of the world’s most trusted rifles for dangerous game. Now, with the Take-Down System, Parkwest expands the SD-76’s versatility even further, allowing users to break the rifle into two compact components for easy travel—without compromising reliability or accuracy. Read more

Firearms

Daniel Defense Launches Clint “Magdump” Morgan Signature Series MK18

The Clint “Magdump” Morgan Signature Series MK18 is more than just a rifle—it’s a mission-ready platform forged through trusted collaboration between Clint Morgan, Daniel Defense, and Gun Owners of America (GOA). This signature-edition build is compact, durability-proven, and unapologetically pro-freedom, with a portion of the proceeds directly supporting Gun Owners of America (GOA) in its fight to defend the Second Amendment.

This isn’t a rebadged off-the-shelf rifle. It’s a no-compromise, fully kitted system, personally spec’d by Clint Morgan—a Marine Reservist, 2A advocate, and creator of Magdump Morgan—to reflect the values he lives by: rugged reliability, performance under pressure, and unwavering commitment to liberty. Every component was chosen with purpose, every detail shaped by Clint’s hands-on experience and passion for the cause.

At its core, the rifle features a RISII MK18 upper on a DD4 lower, finished in a bold, custom Rattlecan Woodland Cerakote. Read more

Firearms

Korriphila Redux: Commissions Korth Germany to Create a Limited Edition Version of the Legendary Precision Pistol

Luxus Capital, LLC, the registered trademark owner of Korriphila®, announces that Korth Germany is prepared to produce an exclusive limited edition based on Korriphila’s original designs and drawings.

Luxus Capital, LLC has owned the Korriphila® brand for several years and has taken a deliberate and disciplined approach to honoring the legacy of Edgar Budischowsky, the original founder and designer of Korriphila. With Budischowsky’s official endorsement, the brand offers the highest level of craftsmanship and collector’s value. Service and warranty for the pistols produced will be provided at our Service Center in Bradenton, Florida.

“Korth Germany is without question the best manufacturing partner we could have chosen to bring Budischowsky’s original vision into the modern age,” said Michael Graczyk, spokesman for Luxus Capital, LLC. “This new launch is not about nostalgia, but about progress rooted in tradition. With Korth Germany as a manufacturer, Korriphila will continue to define mechanical excellence.” Read more

Firearms

Tough 77XS Shoots BBs & Pellets at up to 800fps

The Winchester Air Rifles multi-pump pneumatic “Dual Fuel” BB and Pellet rifle is the top-of-the-line in its category. It’s super-tough, powerful and sleek as a panther. The thumbhole stock is shockingly comfortable, and you’ll be surprised to see how it improves your accuracy. This sleek black air rifle can be pumped three times for a lower velocity, or 10 times for top speed. Holds 50 BBs in the reservoir (just pull back the bolt and push forward to load another BB), and shoots .177 caliber pellets in single shot. Comes with a 4X32 Airgun scope. Read more

Firearms

Ranger HD 3000 10×42 Laser Rangefinding Binocular

See it. Range it. Tag it. One tool. Double the utility.

In the most important moments, the last thing hunters want is to be juggling gear to get the data they need for a clean shot. The Ranger® HD 3000 10×42 Laser Rangefinding Binocular streamlines your loadout by combining modern HD optics with precise ranging capabilities, all in a compact platform that keeps your hands free to hunt. With a maximum reflective range of 3,000 yards, 1,500 on game, these powerful new binoculars are ideal for big game, predator, and archery hunters. Read more

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