NSSF Opens 2018 BSA Grant Program for Applications

NEWTOWN, Conn. — The National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®), the trade association for the firearms industry, is pleased to announce the launch of its annual grants partnership with the Boy Scouts of America Councils. Through this partnership, individual BSA Councils can receive a portion of $100,000 in NSSF-provided grant funds for use in developing and expanding their target shooting and marksmanship troop activities. Target shooting programs are among Scouting’s most popular activities, helping scouts of all ages learn safe firearms handling skills while encouraging mentoring and teamwork.

2018 marks NSSF’s eighth year supporting the BSA Council Grant Program in this manner, underscoring the time-honored practices of firearms safety, marksmanship training and shooting sports participation with the Boy Scouts. Additionally, the BSA’s recent decision to allow young females to join its ranks provides a fresh avenue for showcasing the excitement and fun of the shooting sports to an entirely new audience.

BSA Councils wishing to apply for grants should visit the grant guidelines and application procedures found here. Councils awarded funds through NSSF’s BSA Grant Program must use those grants to purchase equipment and supplies for their shooting sports activities from an NSSF Member Retailer. The full list of these retailers is available at nssf.org/retailers/find. Read more

Firearms

Wilson Combat Vickers Elite Commander

[ Berryville, Arkansas — ] The Vickers Elite® Commander, by Wilson Combat, is the concealed carry version of the famed Larry Vickers designed full-size Vickers Elite®model 1911. This 4.25” bushing barrel Commander version is a top choice of traditionalists who prefer a more compact carry gun with a bushing style takedown.

The Vickers Elite® Commander starts with Wilson Combat’s hand-fitted, forged slide and frame combination along with their forged stainless steel bushing barrel for impeccable reliability and precise accuracy. Wilson Combat’s rigorous hand-fitting specifications yield a match-accurate defensive pistol that you can count on regardless of shooting scenario.

The Vickers Elite® Commander wears the Vickers Tactical logo, special wide serrations, and proprietary G-10 grips to immediately identify this model in the field. Our one-piece, Bullet Proof® Magwell adds a practical, tactical touch for enhanced reloading under stress.
Vickers Elite® Commander
.45 ACP ($3850) | 9mm ($3960) Read more

Firearms

Arkansas Men Arrested After Attempt to Burn Wildlife Officer’s Truck

EL DORADO – Two Union County men were arrested last week after evidence was developed that they had attempted to burn an Arkansas Game and Fish Commission wildlife officer’s truck. The investigation into the incident led to the arrest of Harold S. Otwell, age 47 of El Dorado and Dustin A. Pate, age 31 of Junction City. Both individuals were arrested on June 27.

The attempted arson was discovered on June 24, after the Union County wildlife officer noticed an oily substance and indications that someone had attempted to light the liquid on his state-issued vehicle. The officer’s vehicle was parked outside his residence when the incident occured.

The investigation included the AGFC’s Enforcement Division, Criminal Investigation Division of the Arkansas State Police and Union County Sheriff’s Office. Evidence was gathered from the scene and forwarded to the Arkansas State Crime Lab for analysis.

Otwell has been charged with attempted arson and arson, both Class B felonies. If convicted, the charges carry a possible sentence of 5 to 20 years in the Arkansas Department of Correction. Otwell also could face an enhancement penalty for targeting law enforcement, which carries a possible sentence of 2 to 10 years in prison. Otwell is being held in the Union County Jail with no bond. Pate was charged with conspiracy to commit arson and arson. Pate is currently being held in the Union County Jail on a bond of $25,000.

Maj. Brad Young, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Enforcement Division Assistant Chief, said he believes the attempted arson was in retaliation for actions taken previously by a wildlife officer in the performance of his job. “The AGFC has no tolerance for any attempt to retaliate against any wildlife officer because of actions they take enforcing the laws of the State of Arkansas,” Young explained. “All the resources available will be used to bring to justice those who may attempt to cause harm to officers engaged in performing their duty,” he added.

General

Howa USA 4th of July Giveaway American Flag Chassis Rifle 6.5 Creedmoor

RENO, NV – Legacy Sports International, Inc., leading U.S. importer of firearms and shooting accessories, Monday announced their 4th of July Howa American Flag Chassis Giveaway.

Howa’s American Flag Chassis Rifle giveaway will run through 11:59 pm on Wednesday July 4th, 2018. A winner will be picked at random and announced on Thursday July 5th, 2018. The American Flag Chassis Rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor comes standard with a 10 round detachable magazine, Midwest industries 3 chamber muzzle brake, bipod, hard case & frog lube sample kit.

All Howa rifles deliver SUB-MOA accuracy and are backed by the SUB-MOA guarantee and Legacy Lifetime warranty.

To enter the American Flag Chassis Giveaway, please follow this link:  https://woobox.com/9h99jv Read more

Firearms

Share your opinions on future Michigan bear management

Michigan is home to an estimated 12,000 adult black bears. To guide bear management throughout the state, the DNR, with assistance from tribes and many others interested in maintaining a healthy black bear population, developed the state’s first bear management plan in 2009.

Now, the DNR is working to revise that plan and is encouraging the public to help. A questionnaire (available at https://www.research.net/r/BearPlan) has been developed to capture opinions, which will be accepted until July 31, 2018.

“The plan we have been operating under for almost 10 years has been a great tool,” said DNR bear specialist Kevin Swanson. “We want to make sure that the plan is still meeting the state’s and others’ needs, or determine if changes are needed to ensure a thriving bear population for future generations.” Read more

Hunting, Wildlife

ZEISS Freedom Days Promotion

Thornwood, NY –

The ZEISS Freedom Days Promotion offers special pricing on the popular Terra ED 10×42 binoculars.  Purchase either of the Terra ED 10×42 black or gray models and immediately save $100.00.  No forms to complete.  No online rebates.  Just smart, quick savings.

The Terra ED 10×42 binoculars retail at $449.99.  They feature legendary SCHOTT ED multi-coated lenses, with a hydrophobic protective coating. A fiberglass reinforced, lightweight, waterproof housing makes them ideal for on-the-go carry.  The Terra ED binoculars are available through participating ZEISS Authorized Dealers. Read more

Optics

Ruger Introduces Four New Products

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) proudly introduces four new products to kick off the summer: the SR1911® Officer-Style in .45 Auto; Security-9® with Viridian® E-Series™ Red Laser; 10/22® Target Lite with Red and Black Laminate Stock; and Ruger 77/17® in .17 WSM with Green Mountain Laminate Stock.

The new SR1911 Officer-Style pistol chambered in .45 Auto features a shorter, 3.60″ barrel and shortened grip frame that makes for an ideal concealment pistol. Compared to the SR1911 Lightweight Officer-Style, the steel frame on this new model retains additional weight for better balance, lower recoil and greater durability.

The reliable and affordable Security-9 is now available paired with a factory-installed Viridian E-Series red (635-650 nm) laser. The adjustable laser module weighs just over ½ ounce with the installed long-lasting battery and comes securely mounted to the pistol. The laser also features ambidextrous push-button activation. This low-cost option is ideal for increasing accuracy in low light conditions.

The new 10/22 Target Lite is a top of the line offering from Ruger. Featuring the BX-Trigger™ with a light, crisp 2.5-3 pound trigger pull weight and a cold hammer-forged barrel tensioned in an aluminum alloy barrel sleeve, this new configuration is paired with a red and black laminate thumbhole stock, and should appeal to shooters looking for performance, reliability and style.

Following on the heels of the successful reintroduction of the 77-Series bolt-action rifles, Ruger now offers the Ruger 77/17 chambered in .17 WSM with an 18.50″ stainless steel barrel and Green Mountain laminate stock. Flat-shooting and superbly accurate, this rifle also features an improved trigger pull over previous 77/17 WSM models.

 

 

For more information on these new product offerings, or to learn more about the extensive line of award-winning Ruger firearms, visit Ruger.com or Facebook.com/Ruger. To find accessories for these and other Ruger firearms, visit ShopRuger.com or your local independent retailer of Ruger firearms.

Firearms

Pachmayr Introduces The Pac-Mag Gun Magnet

Pachmayr®, a leader in handgun grips, recoil reduction, gunsmithing tools introduces the versatile Pac-Mag™ Gun Storage Magnet! Looking for a low profile gun storage solution? The Pac-Mag has you covered. The new Pac-Mag gun with its three magnets and non- marring rubber over-mold holds up to 30lbs and can safely support any firearm. Store a rifle, shotgun, or handgun under a desk, in a nightstand, vehicle, or mount the Pac-Mag on a safe door for extra storage. Mounting screws, drywall anchors, and double-sided adhesive tape are included. The Pac-Mag is available at your favorite Pachmayr dealer and from major online retailers!

Features:

  • Secure almost any gun-pistol, rifle, or shotgun- practically anywhere
  • Holds up to 30Lbs, tested and proven.
  • Over molded non-marring rubber protects the firearm’s finish.
  • Includes mounting screws, drywall anchors, and double-sided adhesive tape

Description:

  • Pac-Mag Gun Storage Magnet (Part# 03190) MSRP: $19.98
Firearms

National Leaders From USFWS Unveil New Federal Duck Stamp

Monday, July 2, 2018

Bob Ziehmer, Bass Pro Shops Senior Director of Conservation; Rayen Kang, Junior Duck Stamp artist; Robert Hautman, Federal Duck Stamp artist; Greg Sheehan, Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

BALTIMORE, Md.  — Mallards in flight adorn the 2018-2019 Federal Duck Stamp that goes on sale today. The 85th Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp made its debut at a special event hosted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World in Hanover, near Baltimore, Maryland.

The 2018-2019 Federal Duck Stamp features a pair of mallards landing in a marsh painted by Robert “Bob” Hautman. This is Hautman’s third Federal Duck Stamp; he also created the 1997-1998 stamp, featuring a solitary Canada goose, and the 2000-2001 stamp, featuring a northern pintail. He was named Ducks Unlimited Flyway Artist of the Year in 2018.

The Junior Duck Stamp features the emperor goose painted by Rayen Kang, a recent graduate of Northview High School in Johns Creek, Georgia.  Kang enjoys drawing in her free time and she has taken art lessons from the age of 10, learning how to accurately portray still life, people, and nature from her observations. Her emperor goose painting was her third submission to the Junior Duck Stamp Contest.

The Federal Duck Stamp plays a critically important role in wildlife conservation. Since 1934 sales from the iconic stamp have raised more than $1 billion to acquire and protect more than six million acres of wetlands habitat on hundreds of national wildlife refuges spread across all 50 states and U.S. territories. First petitioned by sportsmen and women who banded together to protect wildlife habitat, the stamps continue to be fueled by waterfowl hunters required to buy a Federal Duck Stamp each year. In addition to hunters being required to buy the stamps, the stamps are very popular among collectors and many birders, wildlife photographers and other outdoor enthusiasts buy them to support wildlife and habitat conservation. Read more

Wildlife
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