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Bear Spray Harder to Transport than Firearms

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 14:54

By Dean Weingarten

Dean Weingarten

Arizona – -(Ammoland.com)- Almost all bear spray comes in containers that are too large to be transported with you on commercial aircraft.

It is interesting to note that bear spray is more difficult to transport on commercial aircraft than firearms are.  Both are prohibited from transport as carry ons, unless you have special dispensation from the government.  Then you can carry firearms, if you are an LEO with a letter authorizing it, a Sky Marshall, or a couple of other very special cases.  I do not know if Sky Marshalls or federal...

Workshop About Adventure Programming Scheduled for Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 14:20
Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division

Mansfield, GA -(AmmoLand.com)- Looking for the ability to set challenges for others? Participants at an upcoming Adventures In Low Elements Workshop facilitated by Project Adventure and scheduled for Nov. 13-15, 2015 at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center, can focus exclusively on adventure programming.

“The challenge course located at Charlie Elliott provides a great place to introduce potential new Project Adventure leaders on how-to develop programming and execute successful workshops,” said Keri Hinchion of Project Adventure.

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Celestron Binoculars Rebate Offer

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 14:07
Celestron Rebate Offer Celestron

Torrance, CA -(AmmoLand.com)- Perfectly timed for holiday shopping, Celestron binoculars are available at a big savings through a special rebate on select models.

Whether purchasing for yourself or the favorite outdoorsman on your shopping list, now is the perfect time to buy a pair of quality Celestron binoculars. Purchase qualifying Celestron binoculars from an authorized Celestron dealer between October 15, 2015 and January 15, 2016, and save up to $100 with a special mail-in rebate offer for a Visa prepaid card.

Finding the perfect binocular for any outdoor use while saving through the special...

State Legislators Gather to Advance Conservation Interests Across the Country

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 14:02
2016 NASC Executive Council Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation

Washington, DC -(AmmoLand.com)- This week, legislators from 30 state legislative sportsmen’s caucuses and nearly 200 attendees joined the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) and representatives from the hunting and fishing community in Manchester, Vermont for the 12th Annual National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses (NASC) Sportsman-Legislator Summit, to reflect on current issues related to hunting, angling, and fish and wildlife conservation.

“This Summit is the most important time of the year for sportsman-legislators to...

Wetland Restoration Project Dedicated to Mississippi Youths

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 13:55

Delta public lands improved for waterfowl, hunters

Ducks Unlimited and the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks dedicated a restoration project to Mississippi’s latest Legacy Greenwing members. Ducks Unlimited

Rolling Fork, MS -(AmmoLand.com)- More than 100 Mississippi youths have their name engraved on a plaque at Howard Miller Wildlife Management Area near Rolling Fork.

They are Ducks Unlimited Legacy Greenwing members, and their support provided partial funding for the recently completed...

Congress Passes Two-Year Bipartisan Budget Deal That Could Boost Conservation Funding

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 13:49
Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP) Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership

Washington, DC -(AmmoLand.com)- Shortly after 2:30 a.m. today, the U.S. Senate passed a two-year bipartisan budget agreement that will permit a modest reinvestment in important programs through fiscal year 2017 and lift the debt ceiling through March 2017.

An additional $80 billion in government spending will be split evenly among defense and non-defense accounts, which could mean a much-needed increase...

New Program for Louisiana Rice Growers Improves Water Use, Waterfowl Habitat

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 13:44

USA Rice, Ducks Unlimited and NRCS offer assistance through RCPP

Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Ducks Unlimited

Alexandria, LA -(AmmoLand.com)- Rice farmers in 20 Louisiana parishes can apply for financial assistance to make on-farm improvements through Nov. 20, thanks to the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) – Rice Stewardship Partnership Project, sponsored by USA Rice and Ducks Unlimited.

The RCPP program will assist rice producers who voluntarily implement conservation and management practices focused on providing winter habitat in rice...

Maryland’s 2015 Waterfowl Festival Celebrates Sporting & Hunting Traditions

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 12:36

Sporting and Hunting Traditions at the Waterfowl Festival!

2015 Waterfowl Festival Waterfowl Festival

Easton, MD –-(Ammoland.com)- Around 1970, a group of Eastern Shore sportsmen and women conceived an event that would ultimately grow into a regional tradition spanning generations – the Waterfowl Festival. ( www.waterfowlfestival.org )

November 13th, 14th & 15th 2015
Tickets $15 For All Three Days

Buy, Sell, Swap :  is where you can find decoys, sporting ...

Free Shipping Through 2015 at TheMakoGroup.com & IDFHolsters.com

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 12:01
Front Line Quad Holster IDFHolsters

The Mako Group and their sister site, the online weapon accessories megastore, IDFholsters.com and themakogroup.com will be offering free ground shipping on all orders through the end of 2015.

At IDFholsters.com, there are over 3,000 styles of Front Line Holsters to choose from. Also, there are premium select items from Meprolight night sights and optics, E-Lander magazines, RTS Targets available for all types of shooters at IDFholsters.com.

In addition to free shipping, there are lots of exciting promotions to take advantage of at TheMakoGroup.com. Currently, select items are 40% off! Just head to the homepage at TheMakoGroup.com and click on ...

QDMA Unveils Deer Management Curriculum at FFA National Convention

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 11:53
QDMA staff members Hunter Pruitt, Heather Meaker and Hank Forester in the QDMA booth at the 2015 FFA National Convention. Quality Deer Management Association

Athens, GA -(AmmoLand.com)- The Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) joins future deer and land stewards at the 2015 FFA National Convention, October 28-31 in Louisville, Kentucky, to launch its new Deer Management Curriculum for high school Agriculture and Forestry teachers.

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Crimson Trace Equips Remington’s New RM380

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 11:47
Crimson Trace – Laserguard LG-479 Crimson Trace

Wilsonville, OR -(AmmoLand.com)- Anyone seeking Remington’s newly released RM380 Micro Pistol on firearms racks across America should also consider continuing their search until they locate Crimson Trace’s partner product for that pistol—the Laserguard LG-479.

In some cases, however, consumers should take a second, or closer, look when they find the new pistol because the Remington RM380 Micro Pistol could already have a Crimson Trace Laserguard pre-installed as a from-the-factory upgrade.

The Laserguard LG-479 for the Remington RM380 Micro Pistol (chambered in .380 Auto) features a...

FAB Defense Scorpus Holsters Raise the Bar on Quality

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 11:42
Fab Defense – SCORPUS holsters FAB Defense

If history is any indicator, sales for popular pistol makes and models such as Glock 17, Sig P226, S&W M&P, or any number of 1911’s are about to take off.

FAB Defense, known for top grade, battle tested, weapon’s accessories offers their innovative line of SCORPUS holsters for those who demand functionality, security and rugged dependability.

FAB Defense’s engineers designed the SCORPUS system of holsters to meet the needs of someone who carries daily with -fast draw, secure carry, and comfort- in mind. The fiberglass reinforced polymer holster is slim which allows the pistol to ride close to the body. A specially designed finger channel keeps...

XS Sight Systems Hires Chris Lalik as Business Development Manager

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 11:22
Chris Lalik XS Sight Systems

Fort Worth, TX -(AmmoLand.com)- Hunting and combat tactical products leader XS Sight Systems has named Chris Lalik its business development manager.

Lalik will be responsible for creating, maintaining and managing relationships with equipment manufacturers in the industry.

“We are thrilled to have Chris join the XS Team, and the talent he brings with him,” says XS Sight Systems CFO Kellie Brunn. “The business development manager position is crucial to our innovation and growth initiatives and will work closely with every department at XS Sights to accomplish these goals.”

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Feel the Burn : HRC Benghazi Testimony Nothing to See Here Keep Moving

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 10:35
Feel the Burn : HRC Benghazi Testimony Nothing to See Here Keep Moving AmmoLand Gun News

USA – -(Ammoland.com)- Feel the Burn : HRC Benghazi Testimony Nothing to See Here Keep Moving. Mainstream media apologists keep putting out Hillary’s liar fires.

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Trick or Treat: High-Tech Cameras ‘Scary-Effective’ in Protecting Bats

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 10:23

Photos texted to officers’ phones when trespassers threaten sensitive caves. 

Bats – Little brown bats, like the one shown, are among the many species of bats that have experienced dramatic losses since the onset of white-nose syndrome in Pennsylvania. Protecting bats where they are most vulnerable increases their chances of recovery. Pennsylvania Game Commission

Harrisburg, PA -(AmmoLand.com)- An alert sounds through a smartphone speaker. A real-time trail-camera photo has just been sent by text message to a Pennsylvania Game Commission wildlife conservation officer.

People are trespassing again at an abandoned...

Stag Arms 300 Blackout Carbine + GEMTECH ONE Silencer

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 09:52
Stag Arms 300 Blackout Carbine Meets GEMTECH’s ONE Silencer Mike Searson

USA – -(Ammoland.com)- One of the most versatile rifle rounds on the market today is the 300 blackout.

This cartridge was born from the 300 Whisper developed by JD Jones in the late 1980s.

Initially it was very popular with hunters and shooters but now is making some inroads with the US military spec-ops community. So when Stag Arms...

NTOA Announces Educational Scholarship Program Applications Now Open

Fri, 10/30/2015 - 08:00
National Tactical Officers Association

Doylestown, Pa. (Ammoland.com) – The National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) announces the James Torkar Educational Scholarship Program application period is open from Nov. 1, 2015 through April 20, 2016. This program benefits dependent children of members with active NTOA “Individual” memberships that are at least 16 years old and U.S. citizens. It provides funding for tuition and other eligible expenses through an IRS 529 College Savings Plan or a direct payment to the educational institution. The number and amount of the scholarships shall be awarded at the discretion of the board of directors of the NTOA.

Please visit the NTOA website for more information about application...

Henry AR-7 Rifle – Review & Video

Thu, 10/29/2015 - 23:20

By Major Van Harl USAF Ret
Henry AR-7 U.S. Survival Rifle a Necessity and a Desire.

Henry AR-7 Rifle – aka the Henry U.S. Survival Rifle Major Van Harl USAF Ret

Wisconsin –-(Ammoland.com)-  My first AR-7, 22lr survival rifle was an original Armalite that I bought in high school. I had lived in Scotland as a child and had seen James Bond in a couple of his movies use an AR-7 to stem the tide of crime and evil.

I wanted one and I believe it was my very first new,...

Liberal CNBC The Big Loser at the GOP Presidential Debate

Thu, 10/29/2015 - 19:52

By David Limbaugh
Thank You, CNBC, for a Wonderful Evening

Hack CNBC Journalists David Limbaugh

USA – -(Ammoland.com)- I dedicate the lead of this column to thanking CNBC for displaying its rank liberal bias the recent night’s GOP presidential debate for all the world to see.

In relative terms, “all the world” is not that far off if you consider last night’s audience size compared with the network’s usually paltry ratings. The more people who saw this charade from the network’s alleged moderators the...

Should We Fight for the Spratlys?

Thu, 10/29/2015 - 19:34
Subi Reef (Photo: Ritchie B. Tongo, AP) Pat Buchanan

USA – -(Ammoland.com)- Trailed by two Chinese warships, the guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen sailed inside the 12-nautical-mile limit of Subi Reef, a man-made island China claims as her national territory.

Beijing protested. Says China: Subi Reef and the Spratly Island chain, in a South China Sea that carries half of the world’s seaborne trade, are as much ours as the Aleutians are yours.

Beijing’s claim to the Spratlys is being contested by Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei, the...

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