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Winstanley Partners Announces New Marketing Partnership with Sig Sauer

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 11:30
Winstanley Partners

Lenox, MA -(AmmoLand.com)- Marketing agency Winstanley Partners announced this month a new partnership with SIG SAUER, a firearms manufacturer headquartered in Newington, N.H.

As part of the collaboration, Winstanley Partners has been charged with the creation and implementation of various advertising strategies with a particular focus on SIG SAUER’s Advanced Sport Pellet product line, just launched at 2015 SHOT Show, and Elite Performance ammunition. Winstanley Partners will provide a full suite of marketing materials, from web- and video content to print advertising and point-of-sale graphics.

“We’re pleased to kick off a new relationship with the world’s premiere firearms manufacturer,” said Ralph Frisina, creative director for Winstanley Partners. “SIG SAUER’s vision is in line with our strengths in their industry, and we look forward to introducing its products to an even broader audience in the...

Gamo Outdoor Unveils New “Wasp” Air Rifle

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 11:21
“Wasp” Air Rifle GAMO Outdoor USA

Fort Lauderdale, FL -(AmmoLand.com)- Gamo Outdoor USA the leading manufacturer of high quality air guns, optics and laser designators is unveiling the new WASP Air rifle.

The WASP is one of the most versatile air rifles from Gamo Outdoor USA and includes many of Gamo’s top features from their premium airguns, but at an affordable price. It features components that are built completely in house by the European manufacturer, such as the fluted polymer jacketed steel barrel, new All-Weather black color stock, and recoil pad which increases accuracy.

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The Winchester 1873 Wins the West Again at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 11:15
Buffalo Bill Center of the West features a new exhibit Buffalo Bill Center of the West

Cody, WY -(AmmoLand.com)- In 1873, President Ulysses S. Grant entered his second term; Levi Strauss patented copper rivets on jeans; and Adolph Coors began brewing beer in Colorado.

In the firearms world, Colt launched the Peacemaker…and Winchester introduced the lever-action Model 1873 rifle.

Now, to celebrate its own first century of excellence, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming, has partnered with Navy Arms and Winchester Firearms to create the Centennial Model 1873...

ASA Announces Hearing Protection Act: A Bill To Remove Suppressors From The NFA

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 11:14
ASA Announces Hearing Protection Act: A Bill To Remove Suppressors From The NFA American Suppressor Association

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Suppressor Association (ASA) is pleased to announce the introduction of the Hearing Protection Act (HPA) by Rep. Matt Salmon (AZ-05).

This historic piece of legislation will remove suppressors from the purview of the National...

America Needs More Concealed Carry Permits

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 11:09
Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat Illinois State Rifle Association

Illinois –-(Ammoland.com)- Not every mayor in the world is as empty headed on guns as some mayors in the United States.

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat has encouraged citizens to get...

Media Emphasis on Guns Not Reflected in Giffords and Kelly Akron U Talk

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 10:11

By David Codrea

Giffords and Kelly talked mostly about their “endeavors to succeed” rather than about guns, in spite of how the media reported the event. (Scanned event program)

USA – -(Ammoland.com)- Despite the “best” efforts by Cleveland’s NBC affiliate WKYC to sensationalize, propagandize and make “gun violence” the focus of Gabby Giffords’ and Mark Kelly’s Wednesday night appearance at Akron University’s E.J. Thomas Hall, the topic of “gun control,” while raised in passing, was not the centerpiece of their “Endeavor to Succeed” talk. I know, because I was there taking notes throughout.

Illinois State Rifle Association 2015 Annual Firearms ‘Sight-in Day’

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 10:10
Illinois State Rifle Association 2015 Annual Firearms ‘Sight-in Day’ Illinois State Rifle Association

KANKAKEE, Illinois –-(Ammoland.com)- The following was released today by the Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA):

WHAT: 2015 Edition of ISRA’s Annual “Sight-in Day”

WHEN: Saturday, October 24, 2015, 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM

WHERE: ISRA Rifle Range located at 1589 N...

Families Enjoy a Peanuts Themed Halloween at Bass Pro Shops

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 10:02

Free event features crafts for kids, Halloween costume parade, and tasty treats.

Families Enjoy a Peanuts Halloween at Bass Pro Shops Bass Pro Shops

Springfield, MO -(AmmoLand.com)- Bass Pro Shops is hosting a free, fun, family-friendly Halloween event with the classic Peanuts characters, Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Sally and Lucy October 24-31.

The free event will feature activities including fun crafts for kids, a Halloween costume...

Alberta Outfitters Fund Delta Waterfowl Hen House Supersite

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 09:36
Alberta Outfitters Fund Delta Waterfowl Hen House Supersite Delta Waterfowl

Winnipeg, MB, CAN -(AmmoLand.com)- Delta Waterfowl will install a new Hen House Supersite in Alberta this winter, with the project cost funded by the Alberta Professional Outfitters Society.

Delta has been awarded a $36,125 grant from the APOS Wildlife Management Fund to build, install, and maintain 100 Hen Houses near Red Deer in central Alberta. Hen Houses are cylindrical nest structures — used primarily by mallards — placed over water on a pole. They boost duck nest success by providing hens the chance to incubate eggs out of the reach...

New Walther Arms Website Caters to Consumer Wants and Needs

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 09:27
New Walther Arms Website Caters to Consumer Wants and Needs Walther Arms

Fort Smith, AR -(AmmoLand.com)- Walther is excited to announce the launch of its new website at Waltherarms.com.

The more interactive new site is full of features and information on all the Walther Arms concealed carry, personal protection and recreational shooting firearms. WaltherArms.com has answered the call for a focused site where consumers can visit, review and compare Walther’s line of premium firearms and accessories.

Each Walther gun page has a link to accessories from Walther and...

Stag Arms Now Offering Limited Edition Upper

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 09:18
Stag Arms – Upper Model 3LEH Stag Arms

New Britain, CT -(AmmoLand.com)- Stag Arms is excited to announce a limited edition run of upper halves for this holiday season.

Stag Arms President Mark Malkowski stated, “We wanted to offer something new and fresh for this holiday season, so using our customer’s feedback on what they liked the most with our products, we were able to create the Model 3LEH & 3LEHL.”

These limited edition uppers come standard with 16” 4140 steel 1/9 twist chromed lined barrel, a free floating Diamondead VRS-T handguard and rail height gas block for mounting any sights. The plus...

Randy Newberg, Hunter and Gerber Gear Giving Away Gerber Gator Premium Knives

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 08:05

BOZEMAN, Mont. (Ammoland.Com) Randy Newberg, Hunter, and Gerber Gear are offering one Gerber Gator Premium knife to five lucky winners. Fans simply enter to win at Newberg’s Facebook page. Five winners will be picked randomly on October 31 to choose their Gerber Gator knife!

Newberg, avid outdoorsman and leading advocate for the self guided hunter, hunts more than 100 days a year and has been using Gerber products for years.

“I always carry a Gerber Gator knife with me when I hunt or do anything outdoors, so I’m glad to partner with Gerber Gear to give five of my fans a Gator knife. Their knives never disappoint – always sharp and reliable.” said Newberg.

Contest ends October 31, 2015. For full rules and to enter, visit http://Facebook.com/RandyNewberg

Learn more at RandyNewberg...

On NRA Women TV’s “Tips and Tactics” w Kristy Titus – Using a Bipod in the Field

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 07:59

Bend, Oregon (Ammoland.Com) – This week on NRAWomen.TV’s newest video series – Tips & Tactics with Kristy Titus, learn why adding a bipod to your hunting rifle will help in a variety of conditions. Titus is a NRA Certified Instructor and Cabela’s Ambassador and will be offering her best tips to help women prepare for their first hunt, or new tactics for their hundredth hunt. Visit http://www.nrawomen.tv/tips-and-tactics/list/hunting for all of Titus’ videos.

“Having a bipod mounted on your hunting rifle is a worthwhile gear investment that will help stabilize shots while afield from not only the prone position, but other positions such as kneeling and standing. Yes, it’s another piece of gear to carry, but it’s a worthy addition,” said Titus.

Visit http://www.nrawomen.tv/tips-and-tactics...

Special Nebraska Youth Pheasant Hunt Is Oct. 24–25

Thu, 10/22/2015 - 01:00
Special Nebraska Youth Pheasant Hunt Is Oct. 24–25 Nebraska Game and Parks Commission

Nebraska -(Ammoland.com)- The statewide youth pheasant, quail and partridge season is Oct. 24–25 and the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission again will have a special youth pheasant hunt on 10 wildlife management areas (WMA).

Youth ages 15 and younger are encouraged to participate. Rooster pheasants will be released at specific WMAs before the special youth hunt season. The special hunts are open to the public,...

Mossberg MVP LR-T Tactical Rifle – In-Depth Review

Wed, 10/21/2015 - 23:10

The Mossberg MVP LR-T Tactical Rifle: An in-depth review of a true rifleman’s rifle.

Mossberg MVP LR-T Tactical Rifle Mike Searson

USA – -(Ammoland.com)- It was not that long ago when the 223 bolt action rifle was really just an afterthought. Most factory rifles in the caliber were “short actions” designed for use with larger cartridges and the majority of shooters did not seem to mind as they were better served by ARs.

Times change and thankfully Mossberg has...

Hunters Urged to “ACTT” For Firearms Safety in Georgia

Wed, 10/21/2015 - 22:58
College shooting clubs can teach more young people about firearm safety. Georgia DNR Wildlife Resource Division

Georgia -(Ammoland.com)- Hunting is a safe sport with only a small fraction of hunters ever involved in a hunting incident.

However, no matter how well you know the rules, safety is always an important point of review, and with the  opening of firearms deer season, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division reminds all hunters to review the ‘Four Primary Rules of Firearms Safety’ before heading to the woods.

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Stop! Don’t Shoot! Beware of Hazardous Targets

Wed, 10/21/2015 - 19:02
Reduce downrange hazards and follow Rule #4.

Biloxi, Mississippi (Ammoland) Experience is the best teacher, but sometimes a bad experience can maim or kill you. For instance, if you are struck by a ricocheted bullet or large bullet fragment in the face or throat it can cause serious harm. If a bullet pierces an arm or leg and cuts an artery you going to be in trouble.

Fortunately, such back splash or ricochet incidents are indeed rare. The reason for this rarity is because the vast majority of military, police, and sport shooters understand the hazards of live fire and follow Universal Safety Rule #4 “Know your...

Target Shooting, Hunting go Hand-in-Hand for World-Class Minnesota Teen Archer

Wed, 10/21/2015 - 19:00
Target Shooting, Hunting go Hand-in-Hand for World-Class Minnesota Teen Archer Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

Minnesota -(Ammoland.com)-  Before her arrows started shredding the tiny rings in the center of archery targets, world-class teen archer Breanna Theodore was trailing her dad, Mike Theodore, to deer stands on the Iron Range.

Enjoy Youth Waterfowl Hunts at DNR Managed Waterfowl Hunt Areas in Michigan

Wed, 10/21/2015 - 19:00

Areas will be opened in October and November

Special early season youth waterfowl hunt, Shiawassee River State Game Area.Stefan and daughter Nina Eichorst. Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Michigan -(Ammoland.com)-  The Department of Natural Resources encourages waterfowl hunters to bring a young hunter to one of Michigan’s managed waterfowl hunt areas in October and November for a memorable hunting experience.

Hunters can choose from several dates and locations. Parties with at least one youth hunter...

Opening of Traditional Pheasant Hunting Season Brings Mixed Success in South Dakota

Wed, 10/21/2015 - 18:00
Opening of Traditional Pheasant Hunting Season Brings Mixed Success in South Dakota South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks

South Dakota -(Ammoland.com)- South Dakota’s “army of orange” was out in full force for the opening day of pheasant season.

With the annual pheasant brood survey up 42 percent from 2014, friends and family shared plenty of pheasants, fun and fellowship.

“The traditions of South Dakota’s opening day of pheasant season are known worldwide,” said South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Secretary Kelly Hepler.  “It’s one of the reasons I came back...

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