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Tucson, AZ – Joseph Hosmer, Safari Club International Foundation President, announced that SCI Foundation’s “Foundation Day” events will kick off the 2016 SCI Convention on February 2, 2016. The day features the 4th Annual SCI Foundation Sporting Clays Shoot and the 2nd Annual Beretta & SCI Foundation Conservation Leadership Award Gala. Both events benefit SCI Foundation and support its many programs.

Foundation Day begins with a “pull” and a “bang” with the 4th Annual SCI Foundation Sporting Clays Shoot. The event benefits SCI Foundation youth programs, including its partnership with the Boy Scouts of America. Krieghoff International has once again pledged to sponsor the shoot by donating a Krieghoff 32″ K-80 Pro-Sporter under/over, 12 gauge shotgun valued at over $11,000.  The clay shoot will take place at the Clark County Shooting Complex in...

Innovative New Plano Spire Crossbow Case Provides Compact, Premium Protection for Today’s Crossbows at a Budget-Friendly Price

Plano, IL -(AmmoLand.com)- For all their advantages relative to aiming ease and downrange accuracy, crossbows can be cumbersome to handle, store and transport.

But today’s crossbows are changing. Innovative new designs are introduced each year that are lighter and narrower than previous models, providing real benefits with respect to use and handling in the field. A downside to these trends is that it has become increasingly difficult for crossbow users to find the...

Fernandina Beach, FL -(AmmoLand.com)- While the numbers of hunters (17 million) and anglers (33 million) remain about the same overall when looking at participation levels for the entire country, recent research by Southwick Associates has cast a bright light on the make-up of these participants and revealed there is actually a high rate of turnover among individuals taking part in the two activities from year to year.

This turnover suggests there are literally millions of people who have already exhibited interest in hunting and fishing, exhibiting the need to capture this low hanging fruit and...

NEWTOWN, Conn – -(Ammoland.com)- The Washington, D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals this week issued an order undoing years of litigation after it found Senior Judge Scullin, a temporarily assigned visiting judge, should not have heard the case of Wrenn v. District of Columbia regarding the right of citizens to carry handguns.

This sudden turn of events stems from a...

The Turkey Hunter’s Secret Weapon

Port Clinton, OH -(AmmoLand.com)- Hens play the ultimate roles in determining spring gobbler behavior and, ultimately, spring turkey hunting success.

From the first gobbling of the breeding season through the very end of the nesting period, toms are constantly on the lookout for receptive hens. Like males of the human species, gobblers aren’t mind readers.

Even the most macho sometimes needs an obvious sign. In the turkey world, a hen simply can’t convey her receptiveness to suitors any more clearly than by laying down. Bow-chicka-bow-wow.

Abilene, KS -(AmmoLand.com)- A general sign-up for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) is open from Dec. 1, 2015 – Feb. 26, 2016 at Farm Service Agency (FSA) offices across the state and landowners are encouraged to attend a nearby workshop for details.

Whether you have existing crop ground, expiring CRP, or expired CRP that is...

USA –  -(Ammoland.com)- Ben Swann takes a look at the link between 26 mass shooters and anti-depressant/mood altering drugs.

This is a Reality Check you won’t see anywhere else.

In light of the Virginia TV shootings, Ben Swann takes a look at the link between 26 mass shooters and anti-depressant/mood altering drugs.

Pennsylvania -(AmmoLand.com)- The special flintlock rifle season for deer in Pennsylvania is about to begin.

To help kick off the hunt we talk with PA’s Mr. Black powder, Dave Ehrig. This week Dave points out a number of details that when adhered to contribute greatly to the operation, accuracy, and reliability of the flintlock rifle.

Ehrig’s expertise spans decades, and his knowledge of the flintlock rife been the subject of three books, countless speaking engagements, along with magazine articles and newspaper columns.

Tune as Mr. Black powder shares...

Pratt, KS -(AmmoLand.com)- For the third year running, Kansas Wildlife & Parks magazine staff have not been disappointed by the entries received in the “Wild About Kansas” photography contest.

What used to be a contest only open to youth age 18 and younger was expanded to accept entries from photographers of all ages and skill levels. A total of 124 participants submitted work this year in hopes of landing...

Sidney, Nebraska — (AmmoLand.com) Cabela’s Men’s Rush Creek insulated and soft-shell jackets are now available in Mossy Oak Break-Up Country. These jackets are excellent for keeping you warm and protected from the elements during your cold weather hunts.

The Insulated jacket utilizes 4MOST DRY-PLUS™ technology, making it 100% waterproof and windproof. The low-nap shell resists burs, seeds and other clingy foliage. Made with 80-gram Thinsulate™ Platinum Insulation in the jacket body and 60-gram in the sleeves, you can stay warm without the extra bulk. The Soft-Shell jacket can be used year-round as a layering piece for those colder days, or can be worn alone. The shell is 89/11 polyester/spandex, while the sleeves are backed with 94/6 polyester/spandex for easy on and off. Features include one chest pocket and two handwarmer pockets.

In all-new Mossy Oak Break-Up...

Charleston, WV -(AmmoLand.com)- As Washington, our Governor, Senator Manchin and others here in West Virginia scheme to craft new laws to restrict (and eventually eliminate) our inherent human right to self-defense, they apparently turns a blind eye to gun crime right here in our state.

Tannerman’s Weapon Systems in Martinsburg did the right thing. As an obvious straw purchase was being attempted at their counter, they were already on the phone with law enforcement. They also called other FFLs in the area to warn of the attempt when the straw-purchaser...

Paso Robles, Calif. – (Ammoland.com) – Weatherby Inc., legendary firearms manufacturer, announces the introduction of the Vanguard RealTree Xtra rifle, one of the latest iterations of the Vanguard® series that debuted in the early 1970s.

Since that time, Vanguard rifles have redefined the level of performance that’s attainable from a production rifle —especially budget-friendly models.

The Vanguard RealTree Xtra rifle is accompanied with an...

By David Codrea

USA – -(Ammoland.com)- The City of Dallas has released a video and a “Frequently Asked Questions” guide to advise the public about changes to Texas open carry laws that will go in effect on January 1, The Dallas Morning News reported.  Citizens with concealed carry permits will be allowed to openly carry handguns in non-prohibited areas.

Realizing...

Pratt, KS -(AmmoLand.com)- Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) staff at Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area in Barton County, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) staff at Quivira National Wildlife Refuge just 30 miles to the south are closely monitoring waterfowl populations at the wetlands after dead geese were observed.

Staff at both areas picked up dead birds last week and sent samples for testing. Lab results confirmed that avian cholera, a contagious disease resulting from infection by the bacterium Pasteurella multocida, was...

Hayden, ID -(AmmoLand.com)- Bigfoot Gun Belts are built to support the heaviest holstered handguns known to man.

Their double layered English Bridle leather with spring steel core will deliver an unrivaled amount of stability to the open and concealed carrier, while preventing the gun belt from sagging under the weight of a full-sized firearm. Everyday carriers are opting for a Bigfoot Gun Belt over the standard belt for several reasons: Improved stability, core strength, and zero bend degradation.

“Conventional belts generally...