We use trail cameras to help monitor nest predator activity. If there is a lot of activity, we’re setting a Duke trap! This technique has been effective and helps save time locating trap locations.
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Why Deer Hunters Should Always Perform a Necropsy
Necropsy is a fancy term for digging into a corpse in order to, in most cases, figure out the cause of death. For deer hunters who are elbow-deep in a dead buck, it might seem like the cause of death is pretty easy to pin down. You shot it with an arrow or a bullet, and that’s that. It’s not always quite so simple, however. You might have shot it with an arrow and then recovered it 400 yards away after a six-hour search. Upon inspection, you see…
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The Ideal Conditions for Late-Season Deer Hunts
It was the last day of muzzleloader season in Michigan and it was time. A cold front pushed through, the rain faded, and temperatures were nearly 30 degrees lower than they were just 24 hours prior. Best of all, my target buck was caught on trail cam during daylight the night before. Conditions were ideal and I headed out with the highest of hopes this past Sunday night. At no other part of the season is getting the “ideal conditions” more…
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Winchester® Introduces Super Pheasant® Diamond Grade® Ammunition
Winchester introduces Super Pheasant Diamond Grade shotshell ammunition. Super Pheasant Diamond Grade brings 8% antimony, copper-plated shot to the upland fields in a 5-shot configuration to connect with authority on tough roosters. Initial offerings include 2-3/4 inch for 12 and 20-gauge as well as a hard hitting 3-inch 12-gauge load.
A key differentiator in this shotshell is the Diamond Grade Shot. The 8% antimony (hardening alloy) is four times more antimony than standard target loads, resulting in the hardest copper-plated shot available to target shooters. The shot is also precision sorted, meaning only the roundest shot is used. This results in tighter patterns and more downrange energy whether shooting clay targets or now, fast-flying pheasants.
Winchester Diamond Grade, first introduced to the sporting clay world in 2020, offers the hardest shot available for the ultimate in performance.
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About Winchester Ammunition
Winchester is the largest small caliber ammunition enterprise in the world and the leader in delivering innovative ammunition products to hunters, sport shooters, law enforcement, and the U.S. Warfighter. The 156-year-old Winchester brand is built on integrity, hard work, and a deep focus on its loyal customers. Learn more about Winchester by visiting Winchester.com or connecting with us on Facebook at Facebook.com/WinchesterOfficial.
Gun Owners Care®
You care about safety. You care about preventing unauthorized access to firearms. You care about bettering your community, helping those in need, and conserving wildlife and wild places for generations to come. It’s time for gun owners to tell their stories and show how they’re making a difference. NSSF®, the trade association for the firearms industry, has established the Gun Owners Care® campaign to unite gun owners and the firearms industry in this common cause. Visit gunownerscare.org for more information.
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History Kills Big Bucks
One specific buck occupied my mind going into the 2021 hunting season. I had many trail camera pictures of him and collected both of his sheds from the previous season. When the frigid temperatures and deep snow kept me out of the woods for a while last winter, I spent time on my computer studying maps, logging trail camera data, and whatever else I could do to put together a game plan for this deer. The previous year was the first time I hunted…
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Remington Cutlery Reborn
Remington has announced that the iconic lineup of Remington cutlery has been reborn. Remington fans, sportsmen and women, knife enthusiasts and collectors everywhere can once again find a variety of Remington cutlery showcasing familiar Big Green branding and quality. The new and comprehensive assortment will soon be available to purchase in stores around America as well as on www.remington.com.
“So many of us grew up with a Remington knife or two in our pockets,” said Remington Director of Accessories Danny Evans. “Having Remington knives back for the next generation represents such an iconic part of the Remington name and history.”
Remington is introducing four main series of knives, with each series including pocket, folding and fixed blade knife variations. The Woodland Series, Backwoods Series, Hunter Series and Guide Series will feature distinctive design work paired with quality craftsmanship.
Additionally, the initial line up of cutlery includes the hand-crafted in the USA Bullet Knife, an Everyday-Carry or EDC line up of knives, a Sportsmen’s Series with many options of cutlery perfect for an outdoor lifestyle, and a variety of Collectable Tin Gift Sets featuring art from the Remington collection and wild game scenes.
More information about Remington cutlery and Big Green ammunition can be found at www.remington.com or on Remington’s e-newsletter and social media accounts.
More information about Remington cutlery and Big Green ammunition can be found at www.remington.com or on Remington’s e-newsletter and social media accounts.
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Team Ruger’s Doug Koenig Pro Shooting SignatureAuction
In collaboration with Founding Partner Sponsor, Ruger, and Silver Sponsor, Baron Engraving, the Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) is proud to auction the Doug Koenig Pro Shooting Signature SR1911. Industry-supported since its inception, the SASP provides youth development opportunities through team-based shooting sports and its National Championship has grown to be the largest action shooting event… Continue reading Team Ruger’s Doug Koenig Pro Shooting SignatureAuction
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TrueTimber® Official 2022 SHOT Show® Info Desk Sponsor
TrueTimber has been announced as the Information Desk sponsor for SHOT Show® 2022. SHOT Show attendees will see TrueTimber branding, patterns and logos on each Information Booth on the show floor and worn by SHOT Show information staff. Additionally, TrueTimber will be showcasing a variety of gear and select powersports partner products from Honda® and Segway®. “This… Continue reading TrueTimber® Official 2022 SHOT Show® Info Desk Sponsor
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Taurus® Announces the G3X Hybrid Compact Pistol
Taurus, manufacturer of premium handguns for defense, hunting, and sport shooting, once again responds to consumer feedback. To better meet the comfort, performance, and carry style needs of its diverse consumer base, Taurus introduces the new G3X 9mm pistol.
The new Taurus G3X represents a design blend of two of Taurus’ more recent semi-auto pistols—the G3 full-size 9mm and the G3C compact 9mm. In listening to consumer input on the company’s popular G3 and G3C handguns, Taurus identified the need for a pistol that is both slim and easily concealed in the spirit of the Taurus G3C yet features higher capacity and a more substantial grip length for shooters with larger hands or who simply prefer a fuller grip without giving up EDC comfort or concealability.
The result is the new Taurus G3X in 9x19mm.
The Taurus G3X is built on a similar full-size frame as the G3, with a grip width of 1.1 inches and an overall height of 5.2 inches with the included 15-round magazine. This grip is an ergonomic and functional blend of size, backstrap contour, and aggressive stippling that provides the shooter uncompromised control and maximum retention under any shooting condition. The key difference is the overall length of the Taurus G3X. At 6.5 inches, the Taurus G3X is more than three-quarters of an inch shorter than the G3, putting it on par with the compact G3C model and offering a lower profile for concealed carry duty.
With its shorter length relative to the full-size Taurus G3, the new G3X is compatible with G3 and G3C T.O.R.O. slide kits. The latter is the perfect upgrade option (available through Taurus USA) for those who wish to install a red dot optic. The T.O.R.O. system features an optic cut with assorted mounting plates that are compatible with common aftermarket electro-optics. Also, the Taurus G3X comes with a dovetail cut for the rear sight, allowing consumers to install popular aftermarket tritium night sights for enhanced low light performance.
Taurus G3X Specifications
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 2×15 (compatible with Taurus G3 17 rounds magazines)
- Firing System: striker
- Action Type: single action only with restrike capability
- Front Sight: fixed white dot steel
- Rear Sight: serrated drift adjustable
- Safety: trigger safety, firing pin block
- Frame Size: compact w/lengthened grip
- Frame Material: polymer
- Slide Material: matte stainless steel
- Slide Finish: black Tennifer
- Barrel Length: 3.2 in.
- Overall Length: 6.3 in.
- Overall Width: 1.2 in.
- Overall Height: 5.2 in. (15-round magazine)
- Weight: 22.60 oz. (w/15-round magazine)
- MSRP: $ 342.98
To learn more about the new Taurus G3X or to see the complete line of Taurus revolvers and semi-auto pistols for personal defense, hunting, and competition, visit TaurusUSA.com.
About Taurus:
Taurus Holdings, Inc. (“Taurus”) and its subsidiaries continues to evolve and produce revolutionary new products. In addition, new standards for quality and efficiency help deliver reliable and affordable guns to the market. Taurus is based in Bainbridge, Georgia. Taurus is owned by Taurus Armas, S.A. which is a publicly traded company based in Brazil. Taurus Armas S.A. manufactures a wide variety of consumer and industrial products that are distributed worldwide.
For additional information, visit www.taurususa.com.
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House Natural Resources Committee Passes Recovering America’s Wildlife Act, A Top CSF Priority
This afternoon, the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act (H.R. 2773), which is led by Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (CSC) Co-Chair Representative Debbie Dingell (MI) and CSC Member Representative Jeff Fortenberry (NE), passed the House Natural Resources Committee on a bipartisan vote.
The passage of Recovering America’s Wildlife Act by the Natural Resources Committee marks a significant step forward for one of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation’s (CSF) top legislative priorities. Prior to the Committee’s vote, CSF sent an action alert to members of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus on the Natural Resources Committee urging them to support America’s 55 million sportsmen and women by voting “yes” on H.R. 2773. Furthermore, CSF helped lead a letter that was signed by more than 40 of the nation’s leading sporting-conservation organizations to urge the Committee to pass H.R. 2773.
Recovering America’s Wildlife Act is a proactive, cost-saving piece of legislation that would invest $ 1.3 billion annually to state fish and wildlife agencies and $ 97.5 million annually to Tribal fish and wildlife managers to further on-the-ground fish, wildlife, and plant conservation efforts. Specifically, funding provided through H.R. 2773, combined with a 25% non-federal match, would fully fund each state’s Congressionally mandated, but severely unfunded, State Wildlife Action Plan. Collectively, these plans have identified nearly 12,000 Species of Greatest Conservation Need, including many iconic species that are well known to us all such as Northern Bobwhite quail, monarchs, gopher tortoise, and countless waterfowl species, all of which need a dedicated source of conservation funding before more regulatory and costly measures are necessary.
“The Committee passage of Recovering America’s Wildlife Act is a direct result of the tireless efforts of CSC Co-Chair Congresswoman Dingell and CSC Member Congressman Fortenberry to champion this monumental legislation,” said CSF President and CEO Jeff Crane. “This legislation is a smart, strategic effort to provide a desperately needed source of dedicated funding to address the 21st century conservation challenges facing our fish and wildlife managers today.”
The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation will continue to advocate for this historic legislation and will urge the House to bring this bill to the floor for a final vote in the House.
Since 1989, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) has maintained a singleness of purpose that has guided the organization to become the most respected and trusted sportsmen’s organization in the political arena. CSF’s mission is to work with Congress, governors, and state legislatures to protect and advance hunting, angling, recreational shooting and trapping. The unique and collective force of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (CSC), the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC) and the National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses (NASC), working closely with CSF, and with the support of major hunting, angling, recreational shooting and trapping organizations, serves as an unprecedented network of pro-sportsmen elected officials that advance the interests of America’s hunters and anglers.
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