Hunting and Fishing News Blog Articles

Beginning January 2022, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) will sanction a series of simulated head-to-head rifle, pistol and CMP Games events for competitors to participate in from their home ranges.

Known as the CMP League Matches, the new program will be open to any CMP Affiliated Clubs which may hold these events on a weekly, monthly or bi-monthly schedule. An average score will be computed by CMP’s Competition Tracker, with awards distributed to the top competitors from around the country.

Interested clubs may fill out an application (available on the CMP website) to specify requested matches and dates and must also submit a match program. Once approved, the match director will be sent a spreadsheet to record official scores that will be compared amongst other participating clubs. Fees for these events include $10 per league to sanction, plus $2 per competitor.

Types of League Matches and available timeframes will include:

Rifle: March 15-June 15 and/or Aug. 15-Nov. 15

APEX Ammunition, makers of handloaded, ultra-high-density Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) shotshells, will showcase its ammunition offerings at the 2022 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, January 18-21 (Booth # 71104).

APEX pioneered the commercial use of 18.1 g/cc density TSS in 2017, and today offers a comprehensive line of shotshells for Waterfowl, Upland, and Predator and Deer hunting, in addition to its renowned Turkey TSS loads.

Waterfowl

APEX offers a variety of waterfowl loads to meet the needs of discerning hunters who value superior performance and craftsmanship. Waterfowl TSS shotshells are meticulously handloaded for ultimate knockdown power. The TSS/S3 Steel Blend duplex loads feature No. 7.5 or 9 TSS combined with No. 2, 4 or BB S3 Steel shot in 12-gauge and No. 4 shot in 20 gauge. The APEX S3 Steel line features premium-grade zinc-coated steel and the same Tungsten-grade wad system used in the APEX TSS loads for superior patterning and consistency.

28-gauge, 16-gauge, and 410 bore waterfowl loads are available upon request.

Fleece is a marvel of modern outdoor clothing technology and the first piece of gear every hunter grabs when there’s a chill in the air. The product development team at Nomad has taken this time-tested fabric and crafted some of the most effective whitetail hunting systems on the market. Nomad’s new Cottonwood NXT Collection is loaded with features to keep hunters covered from head to foot in warm, silent, and camouflaged fleece. 

The Cottonwood NXT Collection consists of a jacket, pants, cap and flip mitts. The secret behind Nomad’s Cottonwood NXT Berber fleece is the utilization of super-long fibers that trap air, making hunters warmer and more comfortable – longer. All garments in the Cottonwood line provide excellent protection from the cold through a wind-blocking, sherpa-lined membrane. Not only does the Cottonwood NXT Collection provide unbeatable protection against the bitter cold, but they give hunters the edge with close encounters with their quarry. Both the jacket and pants utilize sound-limiting fabrics that reduce unwanted noise. Hunters will also appreciate the stain-resistant fabrics that repel the nastiest of stains.

Thoughtfully built with hardcore whitetail hunters in mind, the Cottonwood NXT jacket is not only comfortable but provides strategically placed pockets for storing essential gear. Combining a 4-way stretch fabric, contoured full-length zipper, and 4-way gusseted underarm panels offer an exceptional range of motion so that climbing in and out of lock-on stands is a breeze. Hunters will appreciate the 3-piece adjustable drop hood and sherpa-lined zippered pouch to help keep ears and fingers toasty in the howling winds and frigid temps. Two zippered front pockets provide access to precious gear such as cell phones, snacks and calls. A separate rangefinder pocket provides hunters instant access to a rangefinder when the moment of truth comes. The jacket also features a safety harness port for added convenience. 

Early morning treks through moonlit woods and heavy frost require special outerwear. For all-day during the rut, Nomad’s Cottonwood pants help hunters stay quiet and warm. The pants feature Nomad’s Ever-Adjust waistband, removable suspenders, and a high-back waist, so they stay in place, keeping out cold air. The Cottonwood pants employ Nomad’s crescent-cuff design on the legs. This unique feature prevents the heel of a boot from catching on the rim of the pants. Zippered leg openings help the pants glide over the boots during the on/off process. The Cottonwood NXT Pants provide ample pocketing for gear storage. The pants feature sherpa-lined hand-warmer pockets as well as cargo pockets to provide even more space for knives, phones or calls. 

The men’s Harvester Cottonwood NXT Collection is available in either Mossy Oak® Hybrid Droptine and Realtree Edge. Exclusive to Nomad, Mossy Oak’s new Hybrid Droptine is an entirely new way of looking at camouflage design. Combining natural elements into an abstract matrix, the resulting pattern’s color and contrast blend seamlessly into the fall woods. 

Make your next bobcat hunt a success, with these tried-and-true strategies.

Notoriously wary, bobcats challenge the most experienced hunters. Because of bobcats’ fine-tuned senses, they can certainly be difficult to call in. Even so, successfully calling in one of these wary cats provides an adrenaline rush unlike any other, as many hunters have discovered. 

While calling in a bobcat is anything but easy, a few simple strategies can help you get the most out of your next hunt.

First, up your game by using a higher quality electronic call that produces better sounds. Many older electronic calls feature a horn-style speaker system and run off of AA batteries; neither is ideal for creating a premium sound quality. Convergent’s Bullet HP, however, features a powerful, integrated Li-ION rechargeable battery and conical speaker design, which is the style of speaker most often used for the best sound quality today. Because it produces a more vibrant, fuller sound, the Bullet HP is a simple yet effective way to draw in those leery, call-shy bobcats that never present a shot.

Second, don’t give the local bobcat population a free education. With so many new and inexperienced hunters heading afield, it’s common to see older, cheaper calls getting a lot of airtime in the field. The result is a highly call-literate population, making these notoriously skittish critters even more challenging to call into shooting range. A call with poor sound quality is a great way to give a free education, which is why a quality call, like the Convergent Hunting Solutions Bullet HP Bluetooth electronic call, is so crucial to the success of your next hunt. 

ProLine Baits has announced Murray Road Agency as their Public Relations and Marketing agency of record. The Murray Road team will help shape ProLine Baits’ brand, messaging and approach to key market segments.

Murray Road’s experience and current client lineup is rooted in the shooting and hunting space. The company specializes in content generation, social media, media buying, brand building, public relations and more.

“We are really excited to announce this partnership and even more excited about our future alongside Murray Road,” said ProLine Baits owner Keith Cisney. “We have worked with them on a few projects in the past, and know they have the capabilities to take our company to the next level. They offer unparalleled experience and knowledge in the outdoor industry which makes them a perfect fit for our brand.”

Murray Road offers a full spectrum of marketing, communications, sales support and business services. The team delivers dynamic content, messaging and materials to audiences, customers, fans, followers and partners. Founded in the outdoor industry, Murray Road drives engagement and results for a variety of brands and organizations.

“Keith and Rhonda have a great lineup of products and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to help them build on what is already a great platform,” said Murray Road Vice President Kelsey Puryear. “Our agency brings a lot of exciting capabilities and relationships to the table, and we really look forward to applying those to everything that ProLine Baits has going on.”

Alliance Consumer Group, a leading manufacturer and marketer of flashlights, work lights, knives, multi-tools, pest defense, personal warming devices, and other outdoor lifestyle related products under various brands, today announced it has acquired substantially all the assets of the HALO operating unit from ZAGG Inc.

HALO is a leading portable power product company offering an award-winning portfolio of back-up power stations, and related power accessories. HALO has an extensive IP portfolio that incorporates aesthetically beautiful designs and pragmatic functionality to meet the growing demands of today’s consumer.

The acquisition of HALO, along with its existing brands, allows Alliance Consumer Group to extend its product offering of a complimentary category throughout its entire network of unique “go-to market” sales channels.

Chris Barley, CEO at Alliance Consumer Group comments, “The HALO brand is not only a great fit for our existing product portfolio but will also be a catalyst of growth for ACG well into the future. HALO is a well-established market leader, representing best in class innovation and engineering. We believe there is tremendous opportunity for growth in the portable power category and are confident the HALO brand will help lead the way for us.”

Alliance Consumer Group plans to relocate the HALO corporate operations from Salt Lake City, UT to its headquarters in Fort Worth, TX. ACG will retain the regional operations located in Hartford, CT where the HALO sales and engineering teams will continue to manage key aspects of the company within the Alliance Consumer Group platform.

XS® Sights is pleased to introduce its newest armorers block for AR platforms. The XS AR Upper & Lower Receiver Armorers Block is designed to allow gunsmiths or do-it-yourself enthusiasts to hold an AR-15/M4, AR-10, SR-25 or DPMS GII receiver in a bench-mounted vise to assemble, modify or maintain almost every AR pattern modern sporting rifle available.

“Most armorers blocks will only fit one specific style AR rifle,” said Addison Monroe, Marketing Manager for XS Sights. “Our gen 2 block provides versatility, allowing the user to work on upper and lower receivers of almost any AR pattern rifle. It’s virtually a one-size-fits-all solution.”

Made in the USA from 6061 T6 aluminum, the versatile, durable, and reliable XS Armorers Block comes with pins to lock in the receiver and fitment screw for the AR 15 lower. To allow bracing into the mag well of AR10 lowers, XS offers a 3D printed adaptor plate for purchase. For those who prefer to print their own, access to prints for the adaptor plate are available free of charge at xssights.com. The Armors Block works with a DPMS patterned 308, DPMS GII, Armalite Rifle, and standard AR 15/10 pattern rifles.

Retail Price: $83.00

For more information, visit www.xssights.com.

TrueTimber has announced multiple new apparel options for hunters facing frigid temperatures and harsh conditions. The new and expanded lineup includes items such as the Waterproof TrueSuede Meritor Parka and BanffFlats Bib as well as a new pattern option on proven TrueTimber favorites, the Longtail  Parka and Pant. TrueTimber continues to push the envelope with clothing technology and fabrics to deliver apparel as tough as those who wear it.

“We are really happy with these new pieces and have been extremely impressed with their ability to perform in any conditions we throw them in,” said TrueTimber CEO Rusty Sellars. “Our customers demand the absolute best, so we are always looking for ways to improve our gear and make the nastiest weather that much more tolerable. We put all of our gear through the ringer and these pieces go above and beyond for sure.”

Waterproof TrueSuede Meritor Parka

The Waterproof TrueSuede Meritor Parka is constructed with 150-gram insulation in the body and 100-gram in the sleeves with a 100% polyester exterior for extreme warmth and silent movement. Waterproof breathable fabric with taped seams keeps the weather and the cold out. Large cargo pockets with handwarmer pockets behind paired with a Tricot lining make this the perfect parka for long cold sits. The Meritor Parka is available in TrueTimber Strata and Kanati Camo patterns. MSRP $159.99.

Waterproof TrueSuede BanffFlats Bib

In a vehicle or at home, Hornady Security’s RAPiD® Safe AR Gunlocker delivers ready access and tamper-proof security for tactical rifles and shotguns. The RAPiD AR Gunlocker employs the instant speed of an RFID lock with a spring-loaded door for ultra-fast access. The AR Gunlocker mounts horizontally or vertically, providing convenient mounting options in the closet, under a bed or the back of an SUV. 

All Hornady Security® RAPiD® Safes offer quick, dependable firearm access using patented RFID technology while providing unmatched security from unauthorized users. The AR Gunlocker fits two carbine-size guns, while the Gunlocker XL secures up to three tactical length shotguns or rifles. Both include fitted foam inserts that hold guns firm inside the safe yet allow quick deployment.  

Hornady Security’s RAPiD safes use patented RFID lock-opening technology. Swiping an RFID-equipped wristband, key fob or decal over the safe’s sensor instantly opens its spring-assisted lid. A programmable digital keypad and mechanical key offer additional entry methods. An AC-powered lock with battery backup provides 24/7 protection and rapid access. Programming other Hornady RFID safes add the convenience of opening multiple safes with the same tags.

The AR Gunlocker uses 16-gauge heavy-duty steel construction and four hardened locking lugs, engineered to withstand a barrage of attacks, including prying, dropping, picking, sawing and targeted hinge attacks. It exceeds the ASTM international safety standards for security. The AR Gunlocker comes with a cable and pre-drilled mounting holes for additional security when mounting in a set location. 

Hornady Security specializes in innovative firearms security storage solutions. The RAPiD Safe AR Gunlocker is ideal for the person who prefers using long guns for personal defense.

By Gary Anderson, DCM Emeritus

The annual process of reviewing and updating CMP competition rulebooks is nearing completion with this announcement and the posting of the 2022 rulebooks on the CMP website. The CMP competitions program began in 1996 with only two disciplines, Service Rifle and Service Pistol. CMP competitions have now grown to include separate disciplines for Service Rifle, Service Pistol, .22 Rimfire Pistol, Service Revolver, As-Issued Military Rifle (Garand, Springfield, Vintage Military Rifle, M1 Carbine, Modern Military Rifle, Vintage Sniper Rifle), As-Issued Pistol (M9, M1911, M&P Service Pistol) and Rimfire Sporter Rifle competitions where the CMP is the national governing body. The CMP also issues rules for Match Pistol (3-gun pistol), Long-Range and Mid-Range Rifle, Smallbore Rifle (position and prone), Air Rifle, and Air Pistol to govern events it conducts in conjunction with the National Matches, CMP Competition Games, and other match sanctioning programs.

To govern this complex array of target rifle and pistol disciplines, the CMP now publishes five different rulebooks. They are listed here together with links where the 2022 editions of these rulebooks may be downloaded:

CMP rulebooks are updated annually to accommodate new program developments, clarify rules issues, and incorporate recommendations from competitors, match sponsors and CMP staff. The rule revision process starts anew each year after the National Matches and continues through the fall when the next year’s rulebooks are drafted, reviewed, and approved. The CMP rules process relies on a group of “Rules Advisors” consisting of CMP staff and outside technical experts to evaluate and recommend rule changes. The CMP Board of Directors and its Rules Committee have final authority to approve CMP rules. This Shooting News article reports changes in 2022 CMP Competition Rules.

CMP DISTINGUISHED BADGE PROGRAM

Columbia, MO – In a continued effort to fund the next generation of outdoor men and women through youth shooting sports, MidwayUSA Foundation has launched another way to raise funds. Through a partnership with Eventgroove, Bozeman, MT, MidwayUSA Foundation now has live, online auctions. Every winning bid is a donation to the endowment of the auction winner’s choice and like other donations made to youth shooting team and organizational endowments, these donations will also be matched through the Matching Program, funded by Larry and Brenda Potterfield. 

The first Eventgroove auction offered by MidwayUSA Foundation is a Walther P22 Nickel Pistol.  This online auction began January 3 and will close January 9, 2022. “We are proud to offer additional and unique ways to fundraise.  Having great sponsors like Walther will ensure these auctions are successful,” said MidwayUSA Foundation Executive Director, G. Scott Reynolds. The Foundation plans to introduce new auctions each month but will offer an additional January auction in the coming weeks.  The next online auction includes chances to be part of an exclusive pheasant hunt with Larry and Brenda Potterfield at Pheasant Bonanza in Tekamah, Nebraska. Visit https://musaf.fundyouthshootingsports.org/ to view the current and upcoming auctions offered by MidwayUSA Foundation.

Every donation to a shooting team’s respective endowment grows that team’s annual cash grant.  Cash grants provide crucial funds to offset the many expenses youth shooting teams incur.  Covering the cost of ammunition, competition fees, targets, or travel can allow more young athletes the chance to participate in shooting sports.  Many of these shooting sports athletes become future hunters and conservationists.  An investment in youth shooting sports is an investment in the entire outdoor industry. 

About Eventgroove, the one-stop integrated platform for events and fundraisers, is pioneering a radical customer-centric approach to SaaS events and ecommerce. Eventgroove serves over 76,000 customers across the nonprofit, entertainment, education, sports, faith, and civic sectors.

MidwayUSA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity working to sustain and grow youth shooting sports by providing long-term funding to youth shooting teams. Every donation made is tax-deductible and allows the Foundation to assist in expanding and enhancing the leadership skills, confidence, and discipline of today’s youth through shooting sports activities. The Foundation supports all shooting disciplines. For more information about how the MidwayUSA Foundation is changing the future of youth shooting sports, please visit MidwayUSAFoundation.org or call 1-877-375-4570.

Attending the Outdoor + Snow Show in Denver Colorado,  January 26-28th

Join us at the show – please contact Megan Aranow for an appt – events be announced

Big City Mountaineers (BCM), a national nonprofit and leading provider of outdoor and backcountry experiences for youth from disinvested communities is releases plans for both its 2022 youth programs and the adventure fundraising season, following a year that generated both organizational transformation and a renewed sense of inspiration and focus.

BCM welcomes David Taus, the new executive director to the organization. The executive director plays a critical role on the BCM staff, not only leading BCM through decision making, culture building, and management, but also inspiring, growing and driving the organization forward to fulfill its mission. 

David joins BCM as a life-long youth mentor from the age of 14, to Boston high school science educator, camp counselor, youth program facilitator, and outdoor educator/naturalist. In virtually all these roles, he has served students who come from traditionally marginalized communities. David transitioned into senior and executive roles in education and youth-focused nonprofit organizations, as a result, he understands the challenge of growing, supporting, and sustaining organizations like BCM. 

Last Friday, I was excited to receive the new GAMO Swarm Maxxim from GAMO USA.  I had heard a rumor about this rifle at SHOT, but I got so wrapped up in meetings, I did not get a chance to stop by and check it out.  Luckily, we have a few connections so we got on the review list for the GAMO Swarm Maxxim.

About This Rifle

The GAMO Swarm Maxxim is a 10-shot break barrel adult air rifle.  I tested the .22 caliber with a 3-9×40 Air Rifle Scope that was shooting 975 fps with PBA Platinum.  The .177 Caliber shoots 1300 fps with PBA Platinum.  The GAMO Swarm Maxxim comes with a patent-pending 10x pellet magazine.  It is incredibly simple to use and shoot without reloading for 10 full shots.  The magazine is easy to load and well labeled so that you can quickly assess how many shots are left in the magazine and when it has been fully exhausted of pellets.

I found the GAMO Swarm Maxxim easy to get sighted in and it was zeroed in with less than 30 shots.  I set up a full MOA target at 25 feet and quickly had it shooting perfectly.  Out of the box the unit was quick to group shots and each 3-shot grouping was impressively close.  The GAMO Swarm Maxxim comes with a two-stage adjustable CAT (Custom Action Trigger) trigger but honestly, I did not feel the need to start playing with the adjustable trigger.  I felt the factory settings of 3.2 lbs on the GAMO Swarm were quite good and I was shooting it well almost immediately.  The break barrel single cocking system requires 32lbs of effort to break open and cock the rifle.  The manual safety is easy to find and easy to use.

The stock on this rifle fits well and gives the rifle heft and feel at 5.64 lbs which is keeps this rifle on target and accurate down range.  The non-slip texture design on the grip and forearm keeps this rifle firmly in hand and quickly on target.  This air rifle feels like a full-size rifle at 45 inches and shoots like a full-size rifle.

Overall Impression

Overall, I was impressed with the GAMO Swarm Maxxim.  I especially enjoyed the 10-shot magazine as it kept my interest longer versus my single shot air rifle.  I am already planning on ordering 3 more magazines for this rifle so that I can walk out on the farm with several magazines loaded and ready to go for squirrel season.  The quiet action of this air rifle is perfect for squirrel season and will allow me to take several shots without having to move from farm to farm after just a few shots.  This rifle is accurate and provides the downrange force you need when hunting pests, squirrels and rabbits.  The GAMO Swarm Maxxim comes in at a retail price of $199.00 for the .22 caliber and with all of the features on this scoped adult air rifle, it is a fantastic bargain.

Convergent Hunting Solutions, maker of innovative electronic game calls and hunting decoys, is proud to announce its attendance at the 2022 Dallas Safari Club (DSC) Convention and Expo, January 6-9, 2022 in Dallas, Texas.

Convergent Hunting Solutions will be on hand with their lineup of outstanding game calls; the Bullet HP, Sidewinder and Overseer. Attendees can find them at booth #1156. 

DSC’s mission is to ensure the conservation of wildlife through public engagement, education and advocacy for well-regulated hunting and sustainable use.

The DSC Convention and Expo is one of the biggest fundraising events in Texas. Over the past five years, the event has generated more than $5 million for conservation, education, and hunter advocacy initiatives around the world.

The DSC Convention and Expo consist of auctions, banquets and many hunting-related goods and services exhibitors. 

All new AR500 Rifle and Pistol purchases made from Big Horn Armory between Jan. 1 – 31, 2021, will receive a five percent discount off the order.

Big Horn Armory (BHA), makers of big-bore firearms, want to help its customers bring in the new year with a new rifle or pistol. Any new BHA AR500 semi-auto rifle or pistol purchased directly from the website between Jan. 1 – 31, 2021, will receive a five percent discount off their purchase. This amounts to a $99.95 savings on the rifle and a $109.95 savings on the pistol. BHA is currently shipping the AR500 from stock and a service representative will contact you within 48 hours to discuss options.

The AR500 rifle is an AR rifle like no other. Chambered in 500 Auto Max, BHA’s groundbreaking AR500 Rifle is the most powerful AR firearm available. BHA was not content with the big bore cartridge offerings available in the AR platform, so the company made its own. The logical choice was something to match the power and versatility of BHA’s Model 89 Lever Action in 500 Smith & Wesson Magnum. The result was the development of the 500 Auto Max, a rimless 500 S&W Magnum to feed in a semi-automatic rifle.

BHA’s bold AR design and big bore 500 Auto Max cartridge put an unparalleled amount of power into a pleasant shooting, rapid firing, versatile rifle. This combination of size, familiar manual-of-arms, available accessories, and energy on target make the AR500 Rifle ready to handle almost any situation. The AR500 is also available in a braced-pistol configuration: the AR500 semi-auto pistol.

The 500 Auto Max is a rimless 500 S&W Magnum that is easy to obtain or reload. A very versatile cartridge, it can be had in loaded ammunition with bullets ranging from 350grns to an amazing 600grns. The hand loader can utilize bullets ranging from 275grns to 700grns in almost any bullet type imaginable, including hard cast, jacket hollow points, monolithic solids, etc. This unprecedented range of bullets weight and design make the AR500 suitable for anything from prairie dogs to pachyderms to Peterbilt’s. Truck stopping power in a platform weighing less than 10 lbs.

Legal Defense for Self Defense®

U.S. LawShield®, industry leader and America’s largest provider of Legal Defense for Self Defense®  coverage, announces their 2022 Signature Sponsorship of A Girl & A Gun Women’s Shooting League (AG & AG).

“The 10-year partnership we have with A Girl & A Gun is one we are especially proud of,” said P.J. Hermosa, CEO of U.S. LawShield. “They do a stellar job of reaching women no matter where they are in their firearms ownership journey. Whether they join to learn basics, are lifelong shooters who participate in competitive shooting sports, or simply want to learn how to defend themselves, the organization fulfills the needs of all women who choose to be armed. We are allies in the efforts of education and empowerment and look forward to another decade of collaboration with AG & AG,” he added.

“Our relationship with U.S. LawShield has spanned over a decade,” says Julianna Crowder, Founder of AG & AG. “It is a tremendous resource for members to be able to call and speak directly to an attorney,” she commented. “U.S. LawShield seminars on state-specific legal topics help our members survive the fight after the fight.”

According to Hermosa, U.S. LawShield will provide Independent Program Attorneys at the AG & AG National Conference and other speaking engagements throughout the year.

SPRINGFIELD, MO – CrossBreed® Holsters, a leading manufacturer in the category of concealed carry, is excited to announce availability of a broad range of EDC holsters for the newly launched Savage Arms Stance 9mm. The Stance is the first micro-compact everyday carry handgun produced by Savage Arms and represents the company’s renewed focus on manufacturing purpose-built EDC pistols for the modern CCW practitioner.

“We have worked with great anticipation behind the scenes with Savage to have available a robust portfolio of high-quality IWB and OWB holsters for the new Stance 9mm launch,” said Crossbreed Holsters Executive Vice President – Marketing Nathan Engelking. “The performance of the new Stance and the level of detail Savage engineers have put into the design is noteworthy. Savage has clearly proven that the company intends to return to the pistol market in a big way.”

To ensure early buyers of the Stance—a polymer-frame semi-auto designed for everyday carry and optimal concealment—have available a holster system to meet their specific carry needs, Crossbreed offers several of their holster models with KYDEX® pockets molded specifically for the new Savage pistol. These include the best-selling SuperTuck® and the MiniTuck® IWB holsters. The SuperTuck® and MiniTuck® are designed for deep concealment and maximum comfort and stability while allowing the user to wear their shirt outside or tucked in.

For more info on the Stance-compatible Crossbreed holsters or to see the full line of innovative EDC carry solutions from Crossbreed, visit CrossbreedHolsters.com.

About CrossBreed® Holsters:

From vast plains to unforgiving backcountry, hunters can count on Irish Setter Terrain boots to get them there comfortably. Irish Setter Terrain hunting boots feature a proprietary sole platform with aggressive, multi-directional lugs that contour to rocks and uneven surfaces to provide extra traction and stability over rocks, ruts, roots and anything else that might get in the way. Lightweight, high rebound EVA in the EnerG midsole provides underfoot cushioning and comfort with each step. A PU foam footbed adds another layer of all-day comfort. When there’s more ground to cover, rugged Terrain boots perform mile after mile.

Polyurethane impregnated leather and fabric panels create a durable upper featuring UltraDry waterproofing for long-lasting protection and ScentBan scent control that eliminates odors within the boot. Irish Setter Terrain hunting boots’ insulation offering keeps feet comfortable with a non-insulated model and models with 400g, 800g and 1200g insulation. Various camo options aid concealment while hunting.

Men’s Irish Setter Terrain Boots (sizes 8-12, 13, 14 in D and EE widths)

“Hunters can walk and scramble with more confidence with the traction and stability of Irish Setter Terrain’s sole that contours to rocks and uneven surfaces,” explained Charley Bryant, Irish Setter Product Merchant. “The Terrain is a lightweight and durable choice for hunters.”

Irish Setter Terrain boots will be available for Fall 2022 in men’s sizes at leading outdoor retailers. Suggested retail price starts at $164.99*. Visit www.irishsetterboots.com to learn more.

American Bass Anglers announced today the partnership with Caymas Boats as the presenting sponsor of all American Bass Anglers tournament trails.  The sponsorship will include the Open Series, the American Fishing Tour, the 150 Solo Series, the American Couples Series, the American Military Team event, plus all Championships.

Founded in 2018, the factory in Ashland City, Tennessee, is dedicated to the distinguished design and meticulous construction of the highest-quality custom fiberglass fishing boats in the world. As a pioneer in the bass boat manufacturing industry, the founder, marine industry veteran Earl Bentz, had a vision for Caymas’ Freshwater Division—to build his best-performing bass boat to date. Caymas Boat owners experience unmatched performance and function throughout their Caymas using premium materials and the latest marine technology. Our commitment to outstanding customer service and support is unrivaled and stands proudly at the forefront of our mission.  

“American Bass Anglers is proud to forge a partnership with Caymas Boats and be able to relay to the weekend anglers across the country what perfection is in a bass boat. The fit and finish of the Caymas boats is truly a work of art with the sleek design, making it the most sought-after boat in the industry.” Said Morris Sheehan, President, “Caymas boats have many features other boats do not, one of which is the increased width of the pad which provides an unbelievable ride and exceptional performance.  It also has an oversized deck both front and rear for a more enjoyable fishing experience. Earl Bentz was ABA’s very first sponsor in 2000, and we are excited to welcome Earl Bentz and his Caymas crew.”

“I have worked with our friends at ABA for the past 25 years. Their members represent the best of the best in both weekend anglers and aspiring pros. They conduct over 800 tournaments per year throughout the entire country. Morris and his team at ABA have always managed their events with the highest integrity and professionalism, and we are proud to be back on-board supporting them with Caymas Boats.” said Earl Bentz CEO/Founder Caymas Boats.

The Caymas story is simply remarkable. Earl Bentz and his team have created the highest quality fishing platforms available to anglers. Their boats have the most innovative designs and are back with the highest quality craftsmanship in the industry.  On average, Earl’s team has 30 years or more in fiberglass manufacturing, providing the highest quality craftsmanship available. As a result, the design quality, features, industry-leading safety features, and fit and finish are simply unmatched in both fresh and saltwater boats.