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New Zealand Study Explores Health Risks of Trout Eating Mice
Researchers from New Zealand's Cawthorn Institute are embarking on a study to better understand the impact the consumption of mice has on a trout's health. Just like in other parts of the world, New Zealand's trout gorge themselves on small rodents whenever they can, gaining significant weight. Last year biologists found an Alaskan Rainbow trout with nearly 20 shrews inside its stomach. However, little is known about the health effects of a mammal-inclusive diet on trout, especially when the fish are eating mice laced with poison.
"We know that in a mast seeding year, mice numbers explode,...
Adventures with a .22 Silencer: The SilencerCo Sparrow 22
There are few things more fun than shooting a .22 LR with a silencer. Note I said “silencer” instead of “suppressor.”
While “suppressor” is a more technically accurate term, the original devices were named silencers. Maxim Silencers, in fact. Hiram Percy Maxim (not to be confused with his machine gun-inventing dad, Hiram Stevens Maxim) is the guy who most people believe invented the silencer. Not surprisingly, Hiram Percy also worked on early automobile mufflers as the basic principles are similar---taming hot and noisy gases after combustion.
For a long time, the...
Seven-foot Atlantic Sturgeon Found in Connecticut River
A living fossil washed up on the shores of the Connecticut River on Saturday, and wildlife officials are hopeful that the discovery marks a resurgence in one of Connecticut's rarest fish species. According to WFSB, the seven-foot sturgeon was collected by biologists from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), who later determined the fish was in fact an immature female carrying eggs.
At the age of 15, the deceased sturgeon was too young to have laid eggs,...
Shooting Illustrated Announces McElrath as New Managing Editor
Daniel Tyree McElrath has returned to NRA after a nine-year absence to serve as Managing Editor of Shooting Illustrated. He earlier served in a number of positions in the Publications Division, including as Senior Editor at American Rifleman.
McElrath holds a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Detroit and a master's degree in professional writing and publishing from Emerson College. He was a Graduate Dean's Fellow in the MA/Ph.D., program in English at the University of Virginia when he first came to NRA and worked at the...
Smith & Wesson/USPSA Revolver Nationals
The United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) held the 2014 revolver championships, sponsored by Smith & Wesson in Barry, Illinois this past Sunday.
More than 300 of the nation's best revolver shooters came to compete in the match which included 14 challenging courses of fire to test the shooters' skills. Courses include moving targets and other obstacles to test their skills and knowledge of the sport.
Hosted at the Pike Adams Sportsmen's Alliance (PASA) Park, shooters competed for national titles in USPSA's Revolver division. All of which truly challenge each shooters...
DeSantis Introduces the Quick Safe
DeSantis Gunhide, a division of HELGEN Industries Inc., introduces a new holster, The Quick Safe. For GLOCK 17, 19, 22, 23, 26, 27, 31, 32, 33, 36.
The Quick Safe is a level III concealment holster. This holster features twin Redi-Loks that can be lighting fast. The Quick Safe is constructed from heavy Kydex sheet. The other parts are injection molded from a super strong glass-reinforced polymer making it nearly indestructible. Its ambidextrous design is adjustable for both angle (up to 30 degrees) and height. This holsters performs especially well for women in its lowest position. The...
2014 “Waters to Watch” Provide Eye for the Future of Fish Conservation
The National Fish Habitat Partnership has unveiled its list of 10 “Waters to Watch” list for 2014, a collection of rivers, streams, estuaries, lakes and watershed systems that will benefit from strategic conservation efforts to protect, restore or enhance their current condition. These waters represent a detailed snapshot of this year’s locally driven voluntary habitat conservation efforts in progress implemented under the National Fish Habitat Partnership by 19 regional Fish Habitat Partnerships throughout the country.
The objective of these...
DeSantis Introduces the Road Runner
DeSantis Gunhide, a division of HELGEN Industries Inc., introduces a new holster, The Road Runner.
The Road Runner is a casual running, concealment holster that can be worn under or over your garments. It is what we refer to as a "hide in plain sight," and DeSantis invented the concept. The gun pocket can be accessed from either side making the Road Runner ambidextrous. It is lightweight and well padded on the body side. The outer pocket has room for keys, wallet, ammo or whatever you may need. Like all DeSantis products, The Road Runner is made...
NOAA Selects Areas for Targeted Habitat Conservation Efforts
Two sites in NOAA's North Atlantic Region as the next Habitat Focus Areas under NOAA's Habitat Blueprint. The Penobscot River watershed in Maine and the Choptank River complex in Maryland and Delaware are areas where the agency will focus its resources to support habitat conservation and restoration.
"Many NOAA offices already are actively engaged with federal, state and local partners to protect and restore habitat in both of these areas," said John Bullard, regional administrator, NOAA Fisheries, Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office, which covers the Great Lakes and federal coastal...
This Week – It’s Jerry Twice – the IRC & Speed Rifle
Shooting USA – The International Revolver Championship
This time, it’s the annual gathering of wheel gunners, as Revolver shooters from around the world converge in California for the IRC. It is the world championship for the folks who prefer competition with the classic revolver. And it’s Jerry defending his non-stop string of championships. Plus, the story of the Maynard Carbine, preferred by both sides in the Civil War, and now one of History’s Guns.
Shooting USA’s Impossible Shots – The Best of Speed Rifle
Smith & Wesson Pro Jerry...
USPSA Springfield Armory Single Stack National Championships Held in Barry, IL
The United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) held the 2014 Single Stack National Championships, sponsored by Springfield Armory in Barry, Illinois this past Wednesday through Saturday.
More than 370 of the nation's best pistol shooters competed in the match which included 14 challenging courses of fire to test the shooters' skills with the iconic 1911 handgun. Courses include moving targets and other obstacles to test their marksmanship and dexterity.
Capturing the National Championship this year was Arizona's Nils Jonasson. Jonasson edged out 2013 National Champion Rob...
Cabela’s Will Webcast 2014 Meeting of Shareholders
Cabela's Incorporated (NYSE:CAB) announced today it will provide a live webcast of its 2014 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on Wednesday, June 4, 2014, at 10:05 a.m. MT. The meeting will be hosted by Cabela's Chief Executive Officer Tommy Millner.
The live webcast can be accessed through the "Webcasts & Events" section of the "Investor Relations" page of the Company's website at www.cabelas.com. Please visit the website at least 15 minutes prior to the meeting to register for the webcast and download any necessary software. A replay of the webcast...
HuntForce Taps Buckventures as Official Partner
HuntForce, a new trail camera photo management software, recently joined forces with the Buckventures pro staff to ensure even more trophies next season.
Recognizing that all trail camera users spend too much time uploading, sorting and managing trail camera photos and not enough time taking in their tag haul, Jim and Ryan White founded HuntForce. The trail camera photo management software allows hunters to quickly upload their trail camera pictures to the cloud, sort them into individual animal profiles and then scout the best times and places for...
Christensen Arms Partners with Laura Burgess Marketing for Public Relations and Marketing
Christensen Arms, manufacturers of superior hunting, tactical and sport shooting firearms utilizing the latest in carbon fiber technologies, has signed Laura Burgess Marketing (LBM) as their public relations and marketing partner. Christensen Arms is an industry pioneer in the combination of state-of-the-art materials, such as titanium, tungsten carbide and carbon-fiber and aerospace technologies to develop lightweight and extremely accurate firearms. Laura Burgess Marketing is a full service public...
Federal Premium Vital-Shok 10mm Auto Trophy Bonded JSP Provides Handgun Hunters with Full-Power Performance
While most commercial 10mm Auto loads offer ballistics comparable to the 40 S&W, the new Vital-Shok™ Trophy Bonded® 10mm Auto from Federal Premium® restores the cartridge to its intended full power. Accurate, powerful and designed to succeed where other rounds have failed, this new load is the perfect choice for semi-automatic handgun hunters....
TRCP Donation Expands Sportsmen’s Access in Wyoming
Sportsmen’s contribution to Wyoming Game & Fish Department will facilitate hunting and angling access on privately owned lands
A $5,000 donation from the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s Private Land Public Wildlife Access Program represents more than 20,000 acres of access for hunters and anglers who choose to enjoy Wyoming’s great sporting opportunities.
“This year’s contribution brings the TRCP’s three-year total donation to $25,000, equaling more than 100,000 acres in the Access Program,” said TRCP...
This Week, Gateway Outdoors Radio Talks with State Rep. Matt Gabler
This week on Gateway Outdoors Radio Charlie Burchfield’s special guest State Rep. Matt Gabler (R- 75th Dist) of PA who has joined a number of Legislators that have conducted seminars about PA’s License to Carry Firearms program. The program enables citizens holding the permit to carry firearms concealed for personal protection.
Discussed are highlights of questions and answers presented during a recent LCF seminar held in north central PA.
The program will air May 12th at 6 p.m. on WCED 1420 AM, 107.9 FM and 96.7 FM, and live streamed on the Internet. The program can be heard the...
Walmart’s BFL Competition Continues with Seven Tournaments on May 17th
The 2014 Walmart BFL season continues with seven tournaments on Saturday, May 17. The Buckeye division will start their season on Grand Lake St. Mary’s, the Gator division will take on Lake Toho, the Great Lakes division season will commence on the Mississippi River, the LBL division will fish Kentucky and Barkley lakes, the Okie division will head to Lake Eufaula, the Ozark division will fish Table Rock Lake and the Shenandoah division is slated to compete on Kerr Lake. Up to 400 boaters and co-anglers will be competing in each event for top awards up to $8,000 and $3,000...
Frank Brownell Receives Golden Bullseye Pioneer Award from NRA Publications
Frank Brownell, Chairman of the Board of Brownells, was recognized by the National Rifle Association with the Golden Bullseye Pioneer Award on Friday, April 25, 2014, at a special breakfast during the 143rd NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The Golden Bullseye Pioneer Award is presented by NRA Publications, and recognizes unique, long-tenured individuals who have made a significant impact on the firearms and hunting communities by introducing new and innovative products and solutions. Brownell, the 12th recipient, joins Dick and Jim Cabela, Steve Hornady, Ronnie...
The Compact New Night Optics Observer 320
Night Optics, an industry leader in night vision optics, has introduced a new lightweight and ergonomically designed 384x288 resolution thermal camera. The new Observer 320 is a unique and highly capable thermal imaging device that is an excellent tool for hunters, outdoorsmen and farmers, as well as law enforcement and security professionals.
Packed with cutting edge features like image and video capture a 640x480 OLED Display and Real Time Object Tracking, the Observer 320 is a powerful solution for day and night time use. The Observer 320 also...