Ameristep Reveals New Wide-Bottom Blind Designed with Bowhunters in Mind

Ameristep®, the leading manufacturer of innovative ground blinds, chairs, hunting accessories, and more for use in any environment, announced the launch of a new oversized, yet stealthy hunting blind in 2026, featuring all-over Mossy Oak Bottomland camouflage.

Introducing the Frontline Wide-Bottom Extreme. Its wide-bottom design comfortably accommodates up to three hunters along with all their gear, without ever feeling cramped. Constructed from rugged 300-denier fabric in legendary Mossy Oak Bottomland camo, the blind features a waterproof roof that ensures users stay protected from inclement weather, easily withstanding changing conditions throughout the season.

Designed specifically with bowhunters in mind, the Frontline Wide-Bottom Extreme includes four silent-sliding shooting windows with one-way see-through Extreme Mesh and silent hook-and-elastic connectors, allowing shots from virtually any angle. Inside, a ShadowGuard™ coating eliminates silhouettes, while multiple mesh storage pockets keep essentials organized and accessible. Plus, thanks to the Spider Hub® frame system, setup and takedown are both quick and simple, allowing hunters to spend more time in the field doing what they love, and less time fussing with gear. Read more

Hunting

Stoeger Expands M3500 Waterfowl Special Line with New Mossy Oak Original Bottomland Model

The M3500 stands as the powerhouse of Stoeger’s semi-auto shotgun lineup and a proven favorite among waterfowl hunters who demand rugged reliability in unforgiving conditions. For 2026, Stoeger expands the M3500 Waterfowl Special series with a new model finished in Mossy Oak® Original Bottomland™ camo.

Paired with a Patriot Brown Cerakote receiver and barrel, the M3500 Waterfowl Special in Mossy Oak® Original Bottomland™ is purpose-built to blend seamlessly into flooded timber while standing up to harsh, wet environments. A color-matched paracord sling is included, delivering a practical, hands-free carry option in the field.

At the heart of the M3500 Waterfowl Special is the proven Inertia Driven® system, engineered to reliably cycle 2 3/4- to 3.5-inch loads. Chambered in 3.5-inch 12-gauge, the shotgun features a 4+1 capacity and a 28-inch barrel topped with a red-bar fiber-optic front sight. Extended IC, M, XFT, Close-Range, and Mid-Range chokes are included to cover a wide range of waterfowl hunting scenarios. Read more

Firearms

Benelli Unleashes the M4 EXT

MORE FIREPOWER. MORE VERSATILITY. MORE M4.

Accokeek, MD – The Benelli M4 has earned its reputation through decades of proven reliability. It has forged a legacy built on trust and has served military professionals, law enforcement, and home defenders with unmatched consistency. Now, the legendary M4 is available with several of the most requested enhancements, including 7+1 capacity off the rack.

Introducing the M4 EXT: the same battle-proven M4, now equipped with more of everything that matters—capacity, adaptability, and speed.

This new model was built for those who push their gear hard and demand upgrades that don’t compromise reliability. The M4 EXT delivers, as noted below: Read more

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Montana: Reward Increased to $31K for Information on Wolf Killed Out of Season

GARDINER – The monetary reward has increased for information on a wolf that was killed illegally near Gardiner last month.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks initially offered a $1,000 reward for information. The Large Carnivore Fund and Wolves of the Rockies together have offered an additional $30,000.

The investigation began when officials received a mortality signal from a collared wolf in the Jardine area. They found the collar had been cut off and thrown into a tree, but they did not find a wolf carcass.

This area is in wolf management unit 313, which closed to wolf hunting on Nov. 16. However, game wardens believe the collared wolf was killed around 10 p.m. on Dec. 25. No further details are available.

Anyone with possible information is encouraged to visit tipmont.mt.gov to provide details.

Poachers

A collaborative effort to protect Michigan’s bats

Close-up of silver-haired bat held by gloved hands
GW: Not against protecting bats, because they are so adept at eliminating mosquitos. I even installed a bat house near a place on my house where they were getting in. After they migrated for the season, I got some spray foam and blocked the entrance. Problem solved, although they’ve yet to use the bat house.

By AILEEN KEMME
Communications coordinator, Marketing and Outreach Division
Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Jutting out into Lake Superior is the Keweenaw Peninsula, home to Michigan’s Copper Country.

This is where the earliest known metalworking in North America originated, with objects crafted by Indigenous peoples from Keweenaw copper becoming so prized that they have been discovered in archaeological sites throughout North America.

European settlers also established mining operations in the same region and made Michigan into the world’s leading copper producer by the early 20th century.
While virtually all the mining operations in the area have shuttered since then, the mines are not empty. The Keweenaw region is home to seven of Michigan’s nine bat species, with many of the bats calling the abandoned mines home.

Three of the Keweenaw’s bat species migrate south for the winter, with some, like the hoary bat, traveling as far as Central America before returning to their spring and summertime breeding grounds in North America.

The remaining four species spend their winters hibernating deep within caves and abandoned mine shafts throughout the region. Read more

Wildlife

AirForce Airguns and Rapid Air Worx 

AirForce Airguns and Rapid Air Worx (RAW) will debut an expanded lineup of new airgun platforms and accessories at SHOT Show 2026, taking place January 20–23 at the Venetian Expo Center. The companies will showcase their latest advancements in power, precision, and sound moderation, engineered for both hunters and competitive shooters.

Headlining the AirForce introductions is the Tex-Rex® .308, expanding the Tex-Rex family with a powerful, efficient caliber designed for big-game performance. Also debuting are the Tex-Rex® Brush Gun .510 & .457, engineered for compact maneuverability and close-range stopping power, and the Tex-Rex® Carbine .457, delivering big-bore authority in a shorter, field-ready configuration. For noise-sensitive applications, AirForce will present the TalonSS-SL, a double-moderated, extra-quiet varmint rifle, alongside the CondorSS-SL, featuring Hollywood Quiet performance through dual sound suppression. Completing the AirForce announcements is the Sound-Loc® Kit, bringing advanced, airgun-specific sound moderation to compatible platforms. Read more

Firearms

Springfield Armory’s SAINT Victor .300 BLK 9.5″ Pistol

 

Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of the SAINT® Victor .300 BLK 9.5″ Pistol. Delivering purpose-driven features in a lightweight, rugged package, the SAINT Victor .300 BLK 9.5″ Pistol combines the portability of a pistol with the familiar handling characteristics of the AR-15 — as well as the impressive capabilities of the .300 BLK cartridge.

Ensuring maximum durability, the .300 BLK pistol is built on the solid foundation of forged 7075-T6 upper and lower receivers with a Type III hardcoat anodized finish. This results in exceptional strength without added weight. Internally, an Accu-Tite™ Tension System ensures you can eliminate play between the upper and lower receivers.

Internally, the .300 BLK pistol features an enhanced bolt carrier group with a bolt crafted from 9310 carpenter steel and HP/MPI tested for structural integrity. A nitride finish provides corrosion resistance, and a sleek, low-friction surface that improves wear resistance.

The pistol’s flat-faced, nickel boron-coated trigger offers a smooth, responsive pull for confident shot control. Up front, the free-floated handguard features a full-length top rail and ample M-Lok® real estate, ready for lights, grips and other accessories.

The .300 BLK pistol features a 9.5″, 1:7″ twist 4150 chrome-moly vanadium (CMV) ordnance-grade steel barrel with a continuous tapered profile for optimal heat distribution and rigidity. Read more

Firearms

Smith & Wesson M&P FPC Now Available in 5.7x28mm

 

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, is pleased to announce the release of the M&P FPC chambered in 5.7x28mm.

Inspired by Smith & Wesson’s M&P handgun line, M&P FPC models all share familiar features. This new folding carbine design incorporates an M&P 5.7 pistol grip and flat-face trigger, and is also compatible with the same 5.7x28mm magazines. It operates on a semi-auto blowback design and includes an integrated recoil buffer system to mitigate recoil impact for improved control during firing. The M&P FPC 5.7 has a 16.25-inch barrel with a ½ x 28 threaded muzzle to accommodate suppressors and an overall length of 30 ? inches. When folded, it achieves a compact length of 16 ? inches for easy storage, and its horizontal folding mechanism construction serves as a locking latch to ensure secure transport.

The M&P FPC 5.7 handguard is equipped with an upper Picatinny rail and M-LOK® slots for accessories, while its in-stock magazine storage enables quick and efficient reloading. Users familiar with previous FPC models will also appreciate the newly integrated QD sling mounts positioned on the stock and sides of the handguard. Out of the box, it comes with three 22-round magazines along with a proprietary loading tool. In addition to the standard M&P FPC 5.7 model, Smith & Wesson also offers a compliant version that maintains the same features but includes three 10-round magazines. Read more

Firearms

Bond Arms Blends Classic Design and Modern Performance with the LVRB

Bond Arms® Blends Classic Design and Modern Performance with the LVRB

Granbury, TX – Bond Arms®, renowned for innovative craftsmanship, proudly announces the imminent release of the LVRB lever-action rifle. Evolving from a visionary concept into a production reality, the LVRB shatters convention by seamlessly merging classic lever-action aesthetics with modern modularity and performance. Select examples from the very first full production run will be on display at the 2026 SHOT Show, with anticipated customer deliveries beginning in the second quarter of 2026.

Engineered for the contemporary shooter, the LVRB is chambered in .223 Wylde (compatible with both .223 Rem and 5.56 NATO), and features a robust platform designed for future caliber conversions, including .300 Blackout, .450 Bushmaster, and .350 Legend. Its defining feature is compatibility with ubiquitous standard AR-pattern magazines, offering unparalleled logistics and high-capacity versatility in a lever-action format.

The LVRB advances the platform with a refined short-throw lever system for rapid cycling and superior ergonomics. Safety is paramount, featuring both a cross-bolt safety and a grip safety. A full-length Picatinny rail atop the receiver and handguard provides expansive mounting options for optics and sights. By eliminating the traditional gas system, Bond Arms achieves a cleaner, more reliable action while bringing the sight axis closer to the bore for enhanced accuracy.

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Winchester’s Magnum Dove Blended Shot for Hunters

 

GW: Should work well for crow hunting, too.

CLAYTON, MO — Winchester Ammunition Magnum Dove™ is a high-performance shotshell engineered specifically for dove hunting. Made in the U.S.A., Magnum Dove features heavy payloads, high velocity, and dense patterns that set a new standard for dove hunters that want the best ammunition in the field.

Available in 12- and 20-gauge, Magnum Dove™ shotshells contain a custom blend of #7 ½ and #9 lead shot. The premium, batch-blended shot is optimized for pattern density on doves.

“Dove season is a time-honored tradition for many hunters across the country,” said Kyle Masinelli, Senior Director of Product Innovation and Strategy for Winchester. “With Magnum Dove, we give wingshooters more confidence behind the gun and a competitive edge to fill limits.”

Key features of Magnum Dove™: Read more

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