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Minnesota Gun Report – Episode #3: Guns and Kayaks

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 12:35
Minnesota Gun Report – Episode #3: Guns and Kayaks Minnesota Gun Owners Political Action Committee

St. Paul, MN -(AmmoLand.com)- Rep. Kim Norton (DFL – 25B – Rochester) thinks that gun owners should have to get a license to own a gun, that the government needs to know “where the guns are”, and that registration would work just fine for guns, because she has to register her Kayak.

In this episode, Rob and I talk through the “commonsense solutions” proposed by Rep. Norton and the threat that they pose...

There’s Still Time to Enter The Michigan Wetland Wonders Challenge

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 12:30
Winners of the 2014-2015 Wetland Wonders Challenge 2015 with DNR Wildlife Division Chief Russ Mason (far right) and Assistant Chief Doug Reeves (far left). The Wetland Wonders Challenge invites hunters to hunt at DNR managed waterfowl areas for the chance to win a prize package valued at $1,500 Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Michigan -(Ammoland.com)-  The Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters that there’s still time to enter the Consumers Energy-sponsored

National Survey: What to Watch on TV?

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 12:28
What to Watch on TV? C Products Defense

Even though a very liberal press says that the Republican presidential debate is “the thing” to watch on television tonight, a poll of over 750 shooting sports enthusiasts (and loyal History of the Gun television viewers) conducted yesterday, indicates that the majority will be watching History of the Gun and DVRing the debate on Tuesday evening.

Of the 760 polled, by American Outdoors using SurveyMonkey, who planned on at...

Honor Defense Hires Richard Moore as Operations Manager

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 12:20
Richard Moore Honor Defense LLC

Atlanta, GA -(AmmoLand.com)- Honor Defense, the all American firearms manufacturer is pleased to announce Richard Moore has joined the company as Operations Manager.

Richard will be responsible for running the Assembly and back-end operations for Honor Defense.

“We are thrilled to have Richard join the Honor Defense Team. Richard has extraordinary experience and will be crucial to our high quality standards and stance on exceptional customer service,” says Gary Ramey, President of Honor Defense.

Richard Moore is a 20 year military veteran with a degree from...

Illinois: Cook County Board President Announces Intention to Pass Ammunition Taxes

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 12:16
Illinois Illinois State Rifle Association

Chatsworth, IL -(AmmoLand.com)- Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle officially announced today her intention to pass the county’s first round of ammunition taxes during this Friday’s county board meeting.

This initial tax will slap a penny a round on rimfire ammo and a nickel a round on centerfire ammo. According to Preckwinkle, the tax is being levied on gun owners in order to “…improve public safety.” As a gun owner, you know what a joke that is.

This week’s tax on ammo will kick off what is certain to be a string of taxes on guns...

Ducks Unlimited and Partners Celebrate Coastal Restoration Projects

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 12:10

Three projects dedicated in Terrebonne Parish

Partners and sponsors for the three coastal restoration projects gathered in front of the sign at Falgout Canal Marina. Ducks Unlimited

Theriot, LA -(AmmoLand.com)- Nearly fifty people gathered to celebrate completion of three coastal restoration projects yesterday at the Falgout Canal Marina in Theriot.

Ducks Unlimited, ConocoPhillips, Apache Louisiana Minerals LLC, the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority and the North American Wetlands Conservation Council restored more than 2,500 coastal...

Randy Newberg, Hunter Partners with Orion Coolers

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 12:03
Randy Newberg loading coolers Orion Coolers

Bozeman, MT -(AmmoLand.com)- Randy Newberg, Hunter is partnering with Orion Coolers in 2015-2016 to include the premium, rugged coolers within digital and social engagement on Newberg’s HuntTalk Forum and Randy Newberg Unfiltered Radio.

Newberg will also show his TV fans how he uses Orion Coolers by integrating the product on Leupold’s Fresh Tracks with Randy Newberg airing on Sportsman Channel. Orion Coolers are the perfect companion for avid outdoorsmen like Newberg.

Newberg is the leading advocate...

3 Men Charged With Illegal Taking and Possession of Snapping Turtles in Minnesota

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 11:48
3 Men Charged With Illegal Taking and Possession of Snapping Turtles in Minnesota Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

Minnesota -(Ammoland.com)- The Becker County Attorney has charged three men with wildlife violations following an investigation by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources related to the illegal taking and possession of snapping turtles during the closed season.

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Rochester NY Swat Team Chooses Allstar Tactical for Rifle Refresh Program

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 11:01
AT “BRAVO SERIES” AR15 BILLET UPPER RECEIVER Allstar Tactical, LLC

Rochester, NY -(AmmoLand.com)- Allstar Tactical, LLC, has been chosen by the Rochester, NY Police Department’s Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team for their rifle refresh.

Several officers from the team have supplied information to Allstar Tactical to determine the exact requirements and specifications for their duty rifles. Once the details were worked out, the team at Allstar Tactical designed an upper receiver to fit their exact specifications.

Several premium parts were chosen from the Allstar Tactical catalog such as their...

RMEF Tops $1 Billion in Total Value of All-Time Conservation Efforts

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 10:59
RMEF has acquired 988 acres of private elk habitat Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation

Missoula, MT -(AmmoLand.com)- The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation recently topped $1 billion in the cumulative value of its on-the-ground conservation efforts.

“This is an incredible milestone and testament to many people over a lot of years who are dedicated to ensuring the future of elk, elk habitat and conservation,” said David Allen, RMEF president and CEO.

The $1 billion total was determined by the dollar amount contributed by RMEF plus those partner dollars leveraged by RMEF for...

California: General Pheasant Hunting Opener Nears

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 10:44
Pheasant Hunting California Department of Fish and Wildlife

Sacramento, CA -(AmmoLand.com)- The second weekend of November brings a popular tradition for many families in California – the opening of pheasant season.

Although the overall wild pheasant population has been decreasing in recent years and the number of shoot days have been reduced on some wildlife areas, opportunities are still available on state-managed lands.

The 2015 general pheasant season will open Saturday, Nov. 14 and extend through Sunday, Dec. 27. For 2015, the daily bag limit is two males per day for the first...

Ammo Tax Advances -Time to Get Involved

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 10:39

Cook Co. Board President Toni Preckwinkle Continues to Hold Law-abiding Gun Owners Responsible for the Cost of Crime in Cook County!

Illinois Capitol Building Illinois Carry

Shelbyville, IL -(AmmoLand.com)- Instead of holding violent criminals accountable for the high cost of their crimes,  Board President Toni Preckwinkle wants to punish law-abiding gun owners with an outrageous ammunition tax.

Three years ago, the board passed a $25 tax on gun sales under the pretense that it would help to defray healthcare...

MNGOPAC Issues Statement of Support for Candidates in Special Election

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 10:30
MNGOPAC Issues Statement of Support for Candidates in Special Election in House District 3A and Senate District 35 Minnesota Gun Owners Political Action Committee

ST. Paul, MN -(AmmoLand.com)- The Minnesota Gun Owners Political Action Committee today issued statements of support for several candidates in the special elections in House District 3A and Senate District 35.

In addition, the MN Gun Owners PAC announced that they will not make an endorsement in the House...

SIG Air Division Hires Industry Veterans Ed Schultz and Dani Navickas

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 10:23
Ed Schultz Sig Sauer

Newington, NH -(AmmoLand.com)- SIG SAUER, Inc., designer and manufacturer of the world’s most reliable firearms, silencers, optics, ammunition, airguns, and accessories is pleased to announce the addition of industry veterans Ed Schultz and Dani Navickas to the SIG Air Division.

Schultz will serve as engineering manager, spearheading leading-edge product development for the division, and Navickas will serve as product manager for all SIG SAUER Advanced Sport Pellet (ASP) airguns.

“We are building an exceptionally talented team with years of experience in the...

Chronic Waste Disease Rules Amended

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 10:14

Deer carcasses again can be imported from most of Ohio, Maryland, New York, Virginia or West Virginia

Pennsylvania Game Commission News Release Pennsylvania Game Commission

Harrisburg, PA -(AmmoLand.com)- The Pennsylvania Game Commission is pulling back the ban that prohibited hunters from transporting into Pennsylvania the carcasses of deer, elk and other cervids harvested anywhere in the states of Maryland, New York, Ohio, Virginia and West Virginia.

The amended rules prohibit the importation only of cervid carcasses harvested within the areas in those states where chronic wasting disease (CWD)...

Families Make Special Christmas Memories at Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 09:37

Free photos with Santa, crafts and activities begin Nov. 14 at Bass Pro Shops stores across the U.S. and Canada

Families Make Special Christmas Memories at Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland Bass Pro Shops

Springfield, MO -(AmmoLand.com)- Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland is returning to Bass Pro Shops at 77* stores throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Santa will arrive on Saturday, November 14 at 5 p.m. for a special...

Farmers And Hunters Feeding The Hungry Teams With Ram Trucks To Hunt Hunger

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 09:11
Farmers And Hunters Feeding The Hungry Teams With Ram Trucks To Hunt Hunger Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH)

Hagerstown, MD -(AmmoLand.com)- Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH), in partnership with Ram Trucks, has launched the multimedia #RAMHuntsHunger campaign to raise awareness about hunger in America and, more importantly, how hunters can help.

Since its inception in 1997, FHFH has provided more than 17 million servings of donated venison and livestock to people in...

When I Said Change I Didn’t Mean Underwear

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 09:08
When I Said Change I Didn’t Mean Underwear AmmoLand Gun News

Manasquan, NJ –-(Ammoland.com)- When I Said Change I Didn’t Mean Underwear

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Smith & Wesson Full-Size and Compact M&P Pistols Now Available

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 08:33
Smith & Wesson Full-Size and Compact M&P Pistols Now Available with Factory-Installed Green Crimson Trace Laserguard Sights Smith & Wesson

Springfield, MA -(AmmoLand.com)- Smith & Wesson is now offering factory-installed green Crimson Trace Laserguard sights to four more of its highly acclaimed M&P Series pistols, offering enhanced versatility and security to personal protection firearm owners.

Smith & Wesson M&P Series pistols now available with factory-installed green Crimson Trace Laserguard sights include...

Hunters Register 68,401 Deer During First Weekend

Wed, 11/11/2015 - 08:09
Deer hunting Minnesota DNR Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

St. Paul, MN -(AmmoLand.com)- Minnesota firearms hunters registered 68,401 deer during the first three days of firearms deer season, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

“Hunters are seeing more deer this year as we continue to build deer populations across much of the state,” said Steve Merchant,...

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