Millennium Marine Beach Buggy

Millennium Marine® is proud to announce the introduction of its latest innovation, the Millennium Marine Beach Buggy, unveiled at the ICAST 2024 trade show in Orlando, Florida.

The Millennium Marine Beach Buggy is designed to elevate the outdoor experience for anglers, beachgoers, and outdoor enthusiasts. This versatile buggy comes equipped with eight rod holders, valve stems for easy inflation, an adjustable stabilizer stand, an ergonomic hauling handle, and a built-in measuring stick. Additionally, it offers optional accessories such as an umbrella holder and a cup holder for added convenience.

Constructed from anodized aluminum and composite materials, the Beach Buggy is both lightweight and durable, weighing just 39 lbs. Its compact, condensed dimensions are 10 inches in height, 19 inches in width, and 47 inches in length, making it easy to transport and store. When assembled, it expands to 28 inches in height, 37 inches in width, and 62 inches in length, providing ample space for all your gear. Read more

Fishing

New Name, Same Fish: Largemouth Bass Are Now Florida Bass

Genetics studies confirmed what many anglers and biologists have believed for a long time – Florida bass are special! Florida’s most popular freshwater game fish has a new name. The American Fisheries Society established the Florida bass as a separate species from the largemouth bass. This means that in most of Florida (except the western Panhandle) what was known as a largemouth bass is now called a Florida bass.

This name change will affect how the fish is referred to in regulations and other communications. However, it will not affect anglers fishing for this iconic freshwater sport fish.

According to the recent research publication by Yale University, the study used advanced genetic analysis and determined Florida bass to be its own species. The research also identified the range of Florida bass to be larger than once believed, including not only Florida, but also parts of Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina.

The scientific names of these two bass also changed. Largemouth bass, previously Micropterus salmoides, is now the scientific name for Florida bass. Largemouth bass are now Micropterus nigricans. Read more

Fishing

SAF Files Memorandum Supporting Motion for Summary Judgement in NY Gun Ban

Attorneys representing two New York state residents challenging the state’s ban on so-called “assault weapons” have filed a memorandum in support of their earlier motion for summary judgment.

The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and Firearms Policy Coalition are supporting the case, known as Lane v. Rocah. The case challenges the ban on so-called “assault weapons” in New York state. This motion also opposes a cross-motion from the defendants for summary judgment Plaintiffs are represented by attorneys Adam Kraut at the Second Amendment Foundation in Bellevue, Wash., Cody J. Wisniewski in Las Vegas, and Nicholas J. Rotsko at FLUET in Tysons, Va. The memorandum was filed in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York.

In their memorandum, SAF attorneys show the state is relying on arguments which are either easily discredited, or essentially nullified by the Supreme Court’s Bruen ruling in 2022 which rejected “interest balancing” in tests of Second Amendment restrictions.

“The state is trying to make arguments which have already been rejected by the Supreme Court,” noted SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan M. Gottlieb. “New York’s arguments reflect a stubborn resistance to the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in the 2022 Bruen ruling.”

“New York is arguing that modern semiautomatic rifles are ‘dangerous and unusual,’ merely because they resemble military weapons,” noted SAF Executive Director Adam Kraut. “Yet, such firearms are in common use across the country for all types of legitimate use, from personal and home defense to competition, hunting and recreational shooting.” Read more

Gun Control

Major Milestone Reached In The Recovery Of One Of North America’s Rarest Birds

As the sun rose over the central Florida prairie on July 16th, a tiny bird took a tentative hop into conservation history. If you blinked, you might have missed the release of the 1,000th conservation-bred Florida grasshopper sparrow into the wild, marking a major milestone for one of North America’s most endangered birds. Accompanied by nine other sparrows, the 1,000th sparrow joined its wild counterparts at Avon Park Air Force Range.

A decade ago the Florida grasshopper sparrow population was on the brink of extinction due to habitat loss and other threats. In response, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, White Oak Conservation, Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida, U.S. Air Force and other partners launched a comprehensive conservation and recovery program.

“The recovery and release program diverted the extinction of the Florida grasshopper sparrow,” said Adrienne Fitzwilliam, lead sparrow research scientist at the FWC’s Fish and Wildlife Research Institute. “The success of such a considerable effort has been possible due to continued collaboration.” Partners have dedicated substantial resources to the recovery of the Florida grasshopper sparrow, including funds from the foundation’s “Conserve Wildlife” license plate, and it’s having an impact. Read more

Wildlife

The Ultimate Birdhouse Reference

The new book, Making Bird-Friendly Birdhouses, provides a wealth of information about cavity nesting birds and the birdhouses they need.
An example of the detailed, step-by-step, photo-illustrated pages that make this book so helpful and informative.

A new book for all birders clearly describes the step-by-step process of building birdhouses and nest boxes using the best possible plans, plus so much more. The photo-illustrated “how-to directions” come in the form of the new book: Making Bird-Friendly Birdhouses, authored by Mel Toellner and Matt Maguire. Anyone interested in birds, especially cavity nesting birds, will find this book captivating and an essential part of their birding references. There are 88 species of cavity nesting birds in North America, and providing nest boxes is essential to their conservation and well-being as individual species.

As popular as birdhouses are, many are designed with aesthetics in mind rather than a given bird species’ requirements, safety, and preferences. Making Bird-Friendly Birdhouses will help anyone provide the right birdhouse for the birds you are trying to attract by providing an appropriately designed birdhouse. The authors provide step-by-step instructions for each of 15-plus projects to create bird-safe birdhouses, including nest boxes for bluebirds, wrens, chickadees, owls, purple martins, and more. Even if you aren’t interested in “building” a birdhouse, the information in this book will help you make the best selection when buying one. Read more

Wildlife

Wildland fire and equipment professionals invited to October Roscommon Equipment Center workshop

Join Michigan Department of Natural Resources Roscommon Equipment Center staff Oct. 7-11 at the state’s Forest Fire Experiment Station for an in-depth firefighting equipment workshop. Register soon; space is limited to 16 attendees.

The workshop, which provides equipment demonstrations and networking opportunities, is ideal for fire department chiefs, equipment program leaders and other wildland fire professionals.

Activities will include:

  • Facility tour – Learn about available design and testing assistance.
  • Field day – Operate Michigan DNR equipment on experiment station testing grounds.
  • Off-site visit to Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario – A valid passport or enhanced driver’s license is needed for international border crossing.
  • Presentation – Each attendee should prepare a 10- to 15-minute presentation related to fire equipment to foster idea sharing.

To register, email Dave Stockoski by Aug. 31.

The DNR will provide ground transportation to and from Roscommon from the Traverse City Airport and to field activities. Hotel blocks will be arranged by DNR staff in Roscommon, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan and Traverse City. Flights, hotel and meal expenses will be covered by attendees.

The Roscommon Equipment Center program serves state and local firefighting agencies across the nation through specialized equipment testing, design and development.

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Wildlife

Game and Fish Relocates Mountain Lion Caught on Campus of Tucson Medical Center

Wildlife officers from the Arizona Game and Fish Department on Saturday released to the wild a mountain lion that had wandered onto the campus of the Tucson Medical Center on Friday and became entrapped in an enclosed courtyard.

The department was alerted to the presence of the subadult male mountain lion around 10:30 a.m. Friday. With the assistance of officers from the Tucson Police Department, the wildlife officers were able to successfully dart and tranquilize the mountain lion without injury around 12:30 p.m. and moved it to the department’s Tucson regional office in a transport carrier.

Game and Fish officials determined that because the mountain lion was healthy and had not exhibited any previous nuisance behavior, aggression toward humans, or other unacceptable behaviors, it was fitted with a GPS radio collar and released Saturday at a location in the wild away from the Tucson area.

Wildlife

JK Armament 105 VSX Rimfire/9mm Custom Suppressor Configurator

Hammett, ID – One tax stamp, endless options! With the JK 105 VSX Custom Suppressor Configurator you dream it and we build it. This is your chance to build a long suppressor with assorted types of baffles so you can reconfigure it for use on as many of your firearms as possible!

Custom built just for you! Choose your materials, baffle designs, bore diameters, number of baffles, and more and we’ll whip up a JK VSX to your unique specs.

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Firearms

Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0

MARYVILLE, TN. – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc.

(NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, announces today the release of the Bodyguard 2.0.

The Bodyguard 380 caught the attention of many when it first launched in 2010 at Shot Show® in Las Vegas. Since then, the series has offered various models with lasers, external safeties, and even engraved slide finishes. With this next generation of micro handguns, Smith & Wesson set out to deliver a pistol with unparalleled performance in a small and lightweight platform.

When compared to the original model, the Bodyguard 2.0 boasts a new profile, has a higher capacity, and includes modern design enhancements that make this the ultimate concealed carry choice. Chambered in 380 Auto, the pistol ships with a flush fit 10-round magazine and an extended 12-round magazine giving the user substantially more capacity, and models will be available with or without a thumb safety. The Bodyguard 2.0 has an overall height of 4-inches, a width just under 1-inch, and weighs in at 9.8 oz unloaded, which provides the user a more comfortable fit and improved control. It also includes a striker-fired design and new flat-face trigger for better consistency for more accurate shots. Out of the box, the pistol ships with a black u-notch rear sight, and a bright tritium-insert front sight, that allows the user to rapidly acquire and stay on target. Read more

Firearms, Self Defense

Virtus Series by Phenix Rods

Irving, TX – Phenix Rods is excited to announce their new Virtus series of rods, featuring American-made craftmanship and attention to detail. Manufactured in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, the Virtus series places an emphasis on technique-specific rods built to the finest standards.

“When Phenix started we were manufacturing in the United States until the late 90’s,” says Phenix brand manager Vince Borges. “This is big for us. We are so excited to offer a domestically-made rod. Our builders will craft these rods one at a time, making sure that no corner is cut to deliver a rod that lasts and performs.”

The Virtus series will feature both a Blue Diamond as well as a Red Diamond line of rods. With 47 rods split between the 2 series, there is a rod built for every type of technique imaginable. When you buy a Virtus series rod by Phenix, you know you’re buying homegrown quality and craftmanship.

For more information on Phenix Rods, please visit their website HERE, or find them on Facebook and other social media avenues. Read more

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