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Leverage Premium Tools for Ice Fishing Success

Throughout the ice belt, leaves are falling from the trees while long-range forecasts call for the return of snow and cold. Avid anglers are charging batteries, assembling shelters and preparing tackle for another season of epic battles held through cylindrical holes in the ice. Integral components of every ice fishing arsenal, new IMX-PRO Ice rods from G. Loomis stand ready to enhance every angler’s success on the ice. 

Action, sensitivity, and purposeful construction are the driving forces behind the new line of G. Loomis IMX-PRO Ice rods. By leveraging two complementary manufacturing methods and blank technologies, 
G. Loomis IMX-PRO Ice rods deliver industry-leading performance to tackle a broad range of ice fishing situations. Seven IMX-PRO Ice models feature tubular graphite construction and G. Loomis’ proprietary Multi-Taper Design for increased sensitivity and decreased weight. A series of “micro tapers” within the overall taper of the rod, the Multi-Taper Design process enables rod engineers to use more material on potential stress points and less material everywhere else. The result is a library of precisely defined ice rod lengths and powers with Fast actions that perfectly balance durability with hardwater performance. With lengths from 33” to 41” and powers ranging from Medium-Light to Medium-Heavy, tubular graphite IMX-PRO Ice rods are ideally suited for walleye, pike, and lake trout applications. 

Five additional IMX-PRO Ice models feature solid graphite construction for unparalleled sensitivity. Each of these solid graphite blanks delivers Extra-Fast action for enhanced strike detection and positive hook-setting performance. These Light and Medium-Light power IMX-PRO Ice rods have lengths from 29” to 33” and are the ultimate weapons for panfish, stocked trout, and other light tackle applications. 

All models of the IMX-PRO Ice rods feature a Hybrid Guide System and are outfitted with ultra-lightweight REC Recoil guides to facilitate ice management. Solid stainless-steel tip guides provide increased rigidity and consistent shape. Premium cork handles in solid and split-grip configurations allow anglers to customize reel placement on the handle to optimize balance and enhance sensitivity.  Innovative components and technologies elevate G. Loomis IMX-PRO Ice rods to the pinnacle of every ice fishing experience. 

Legal Defense for Self Defense®

U.S. LawShield®, industry leader and America’s largest provider of  Legal Defense for Self Defense®  coverage, is offering a special Black Friday promotion for anyone who joins the community that’s over 700,000 strong.

If you sign up for a new U.S. LawShield membership now through December 1, U.S. LawShield will waive your setup fee, which normally costs $19.95. They will also give you two extra months free on an annual membership.*

Black Friday is generally one of the biggest days for firearms sales and background checks. In 2020, National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) firearm checks on Black Friday accounted for one of the highest totals on record, according to the FBI. The agency recorded 186,645 checks the day after Thanksgiving.

The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) estimates that there were over 3.2 million first-time gun buyers in the first half of this year. After a record-breaking 2020, where firearm background checks reached record levels, firearm checks in 2021 are on pace to see similarly historic numbers.

Salt Lake City, Utah – The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) provided $1 million to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) to support the acquisition of 8,107-acres of Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (SITLA) land. The purchase of the Cinnamon Creek property will ensure important mule deer habitat will remain accessible for public use. This property, located in Cache and Weber counties, west of Ant Flat Road, will become the 193rd DWR wildlife management area in Utah. Several partners including MDF committed funds so DWR could buy the land at auction.

“The Cinnamon Creek property acquisition is a huge win for wildlife and for sportsmen and women in Utah,” said Mike Laughter MDF Director of Field Operations. “This area provides habitat for mule deer, elk, moose, greater sage-grouse, sharp-tailed grouse, and turkey. The Odgen permit area has limited public access opportunities and generations of public land users have utilized this property for hunting and fishing opportunities. Securing Cinnamon Creek as a DWR wildlife management area will protect that access and is significant to all who recreate in Utah.”

The $1 million in funding MDF committed for the acquisition was raised through MDF local fundraising activities, the $5 application fee from the 200 permits program that are drawn annually at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo, and the auction of Utah Conservation Permits at MDF events. The 200 permits and Conservation Permits programs are DWR initiatives facilitated by MDF that generate funding for wildlife conservation and hunting opportunities for sportsmen and women in the state of Utah.

“MDF is proud to partner with Utah DWR on these programs that result in projects like the Cinnamon Creek acquisition. From the moment we were made aware the property was being sold, MDF has been working to support the acquisition of these valuable public lands,” said MDF President and CEO Joel Pedersen. “In addition to increased access for sportsmen and women, the permit programs benefit wildlife conservation and habitat restoration in the state of Utah, and this is something we can all celebrate.”

MDF is a strong advocate for public land access and the conservation of sustainable deer populations. The acquisition of the Cinnamon Creek property will allow continued public access for sportsmen and women to hunt and fish and will also protect important habitat for mule deer and other wildlife species. The DWR had previously leased the property from SITLA, making the property accessible for the public recreation, and the sale threatened to restrict further public usage. MDF’s commitment to the acquisition was joined by partners including Sportsmen for Fish and Wildlife, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, the State of Utah, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Columbia, MO – Giving Tuesday, November 30, is the biggest fundraising day of the year for non-profits across the globe. MidwayUSA Foundation has set a goal to raise $200,000 for youth shooting sports and encourages the outdoor industry to join their efforts. To ensure every dollar donated goes further, they will offer $200,000 to match the day’s contributions to youth shooting teams and organizations. These matching dollars are possible because of the generosity of Larry and Brenda Potterfield, owners of MidwayUSA. 

MidwayUSA Foundation Executive Director, G. Scott Reynolds said, “We look forward to this day every year because of the amazing generosity we witness for the youth shooting teams we support. A contribution on Giving Tuesday is a true investment in the future of the outdoor industry. Achieving our goal to raise $200,000 will benefit many young shooters across the country.”   

In addition to matching funds, there will be an incentive to award participating shooting teams. The top five fundraising teams of the day will earn additional endowment funds ($5,000/$4,000/$3,000/$2,000/$1,000) and another ten participating teams will be randomly drawn to win $500, each.  Nearly 3,000 youth shooting teams have an endowment with MidwayUSA Foundation and every team can receive online donations right through MidwayUSAFoundation.org/findateam.  Searching for a shooting team is easy and donations are safe and secure. Every donation made to a MidwayUSA Foundation team endowment is tax-deductible.  There are no fees removed and 100% of the donor’s gift benefits that team, directly. The Foundation keeps nothing for operations.

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 the 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 shooting sports athletes become future hunters and conservationists too. An investment in youth shooting sports is an investment in the entire outdoor industry.  Join MidwayUSA Foundation on Tuesday, November 30.  https://www.midwayusafoundation.org/donate/

The 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.

Brownells customers can enter for their chance to win a $1,000 Brownells gift card and get access to Brownells exclusives on special products from popular brands like Geissele, Daniel Defense and Law Tactical during the annual Black Rifle Friday Event.

Customers can enter their cell phone number now for a chance to win one of four $1,000 gift cards at the Brownells Grand Giveaway entry page. 

The Black Rifle Friday Event deals and exclusives begin on Friday, November 26. Starting Friday, customers will have access to doorbuster pricing on both overstock and new products, unique bundle deals, and gift card specials.

One of the highlights will be a new addition to the very popular Brownells BRN-180 line.

Customers will also get an opportunity to purchase a unique, one-time-only product created through a collaboration between Sons of Liberty Gunworks and Geissele.

AmericanTrucks’ Event Coverage and Walkaround | “TheHaul”

In its newly released episode of “The Haul,”AmericanTrucks (AT) walks the floor at SEMA 2021 to share some of the most awesome RAM Truck builds on display at this year’s show. AT host, Justin Dugan proves there is something for everyone from concept builds to off-roading rigs, and a jaw-dropping mega truck that is large and lifted “to the sky.”

“We came, we saw, we brought you some of the coolest rigs,” says Justin. Inside at the Mopar booth, Justin zeroes in on two stand-out concept trucks: the Rex Runner Concept RAM and Outdoorsman Concept RAM. From there Justin makes his way over to a clean, Magnaflow 2021 TRX build. Other rigs highlighted in this episode include a massive Bully Dog RAM 2500 build, Slammed 5th Gen RAM, Kanati RAM TRX build, an impressive Armageddon RAM HD build complete with a Smart car and matching Supra wake boat, and finally a Prerunner RAM 1500 Build.

AT’s new episode of “The Haul” shares the view from SEMA 2021. Host Justin Dugan gives viewers a closer look at 8 different Dodge RAM truck builds that run the gamut from concept trucks to his personal favorite Prerunner RAM 1500.RAM enthusiasts can head to AT for a wide selection of aftermarket parts and accessories along with price matching and customer service experts to answer questions about fitment and much more.

View it here: https://www.americantrucks.com/at-ram-sema-2021.html

Partnership Sharpens Focus on Knives, Tools and Accessories

Success on the water and in the woods requires excellent tools. Whether trimming the perfect knot and cleaning the day’s catch or clearing shooting lanes and field-dressing a trophy buck, anglers and hunters rely on knives, tools, and accessories during every trip. Smith’s Consumer Products offers everything outdoors enthusiasts need to enjoy nature’s bounty, both in the field and at the table.

Smith’s Consumer Products is an Arkansas-based company that traces its history to 1886. For decades, Smith’s primary business focused on knife-sharpening tools based on Arkansas stone or razor stone – a natural sharpening stone found only in the mountains of Arkansas. In recent years, Smith’s has expanded its product offerings to include a comprehensive array of precision-crafted knives, tools, and accessories for use on the water, in the field, and at home. Now, outdoors enthusiasts can turn to the recognized experts in sharpening for all of their knife and tool needs. Smith’s knife, tool, and accessory offerings extend from the field and water to the home and table, with products for kitchen and shop use as well as everyday carry needs. 

Effective December 1, 2021, King Eider Communications will handle all of Smith’s Consumer Products’ public and media relations activities, social media content creation and management, and media buying needs. “Our company has been keeping knives sharp for over 130 years,” notes Ricky Dukes, Vice President of Marketing for Smith’s Consumer Products. “During the past few years, Smith’s has introduced a slew of new knives, tools, and related accessories in the fishing, hunting, and outdoors channels. Our partnership with King Eider Communications will dramatically enhance trade and consumer awareness of Smith’s product lines in these rapidly expanding markets.”

King Eider Communications, led by founder and industry veteran Dena Woerner-Vick, brings innovation, decades of experience, and deep knowledge of the outdoors marketplace to Smith’s Consumer Products’ efforts.  “Whether you are skinning a trophy buck or filleting the day’s catch, tools, knives and sharpeners are key to a successful harvesting experience. We are extremely excited about this partnership as Smith’s reaches all aspects of outdoor recreation along with kitchen and food preparation. Smith’s has ‘catch, clean and cook’ down to a science,” said Woerner-Vick.

TrueTimber has announced the Viper Urban camo pattern is now available in a graphics package for the all new 2022 Honda Navi. This announcement follows a partnership announcement with Honda earlier in the year to offer the iconic camo pattern on select Talon and Pioneer models. This graphics package is just one of the many accessories offered by Honda for Navi customers in 2022.

“This is an awesome addition to our lineup with Honda and we are really excited to see the partnership grow,” said TrueTimber CEO Rusty Sellars. “Our brand and camo patterns are reaching new markets and we are finding more and more folks who love our patterns. This type of growth is great to see, and we look forward to Navi riders having the opportunity to sport our Viper Urban camo.”

Somewhat of a mix between Honda’s Ruckus and Grom, the Navi has the styling of a motorcycle and some convenience features of a scooter, including Honda’s V-Matic automatic transmission—just twist the throttle to go. It’s all wrapped up in an unintimidating miniMOTO package, and thanks to an incredible $1,807 MSRP and gas-sipping performance, the Navi is within reach of almost any customer. With Honda’s proven quality and reliability, it’s also a dependable way to get around town—far more convenient than public transportation or carpooling.

The TrueTimber Viper Urban design and coloration was scientifically engineered to break-up the outline and disguise the movement of objects in shadowed, urban environments. Viper Urban originated with tactical applications in mind but has proven its ability to perform in nearly any low-light environment. This aggressive and stylish pattern has also found new meaning with applications across the power and motorsports industries and is even featured on JR Motorsports’ No. 9 Bass Pro Shops, TrueTimber, Black Rifle Coffee Company NASCAR Xfinity Series car driven by Noah Gragson.

To learn more about the entire TrueTimber product line and see all available patterns, visit  TrueTimber.com. Details about future product launches can be found on TrueTimber’s Facebook  and Instagram.

The ultimate in style and protection, Huk’s new NXTLVL Cargo Pants offer defense from the sun and biting insects while maintaining the freedom of movement anglers need for a full-day adventure. The new longer style gives anglers everything they could want in pants; modeled after the best-selling shorts. 

The NXTLVL Cargo Pants are built with quick-drying, high-stretch fabrics for freedom of movement and are designed for an active day. Constructed with a UPF fabric, the NXTLVL Cargo Pants offer all the sun protection anglers need for long days on the water—without the need to re-apply sunscreen every couple of hours. The cotton, polyester and spandex blend offers just the right combination of protection and breathability to keep mosquitoes and no-see-ums at bay while allowing the cooling breeze to get through. The blended fabric also gives anglers the flexibility they need while maintaining shape and fit. In addition, the hydrophobic quality within the fibers transports sweat away from the skin to the exterior of the clothing, where it can evaporate more efficiently. And speaking of sweat, an anti-microbial coating inhibits and kills the growth of odor-causing micro-organisms to eliminate unpleasant smells. 

The ever-adjustable waistband ensures a perfect fit, while the gusseted crotch provides for freedom of movement. Don’t worry about taking waves because the NXTLVL Cargo Pant is coated in a durable, water-resistant finish that repels water. Huk offers the new pants in three colors that will coordinate with any existing line and work with anyone’s unique style.

NXTLVL Cargo Pant Features:

Marolina Outdoor Inc. was founded to bring deep-seated product expertise across all outdoor categories. Our innovative designs and technologically focused products create the foundation of our authentic outdoor apparel. Huk clothing represents a fresh take and a unique understanding of angling needs, offering functional styles that appeal to anglers of all ages. NOMAD is motivated to provide quality apparel so that hunters can maximize their experiences to hunt and provide sustenance regardless of the size of the game or where their pursuits lead them.

Badass Tents® engineers and manufacturers Made-in-USA high-performance rooftop tents for discerning outdoor enthusiasts who live the “go-big or go-home” life. With over 20 years’ experience in the demanding powersports industry, and 56+ years in the plastics and composites industries, Badass Tents (also known as BA Tents) used this yardstick to develop next-level modern tents that exceed all current market expectations, performance that enhance consumer enjoyment and reduce carbon footprint.

Roger Davis founded Badass Tents in 2020. He rallied his engineering & manufacturing teams to use their knowledge of powersport aerodynamics and durable plastics, used in commercial, automotive and medical products, to develop best-in-class rooftop tents that someone like him would be proud to install on their vehicles. Being an avid off-roader and camper, he saw an opportunity to develop rooftop tents that fit in your garage, don’t add wind noise or reduce gas milage and offer a better aesthetic through a streamlined design that integrates with vehicles and most importantly, look Badass. Some of the patented features like the moonroof and 360-degree views utilized in BA Tents were inspired by his love of bringing the outside in and watching the spectacular desert night skies and surroundings. The modular design makes BA Tents easy to ship in a flatpack to consumers, and dealers, for an easy assembly and installation.

When Davis conceptualized the company, he wanted to name it after his beautiful wife Danielle, who shares his passion for the outdoors with their family. When discussing this with her, she raised an eyebrow and said, “I don’t know about that idea, the only thing I can think of is my nickname, Badass.” The light turned on and Roger imagined that you would never forget a name like Badass Tents. The couple enjoys taking their two young children and Goldendoodle on their adventures and showing them the wonders of the world.

“Badass Tents are for people who live for the next adventure,” explained Badass Tents Founder Roger Davis. “They demand the best from themselves and the products they choose. They want something that not only performs, but looks great doing so – period.”

Learn more about Badass Tents and how they can improve your outdoor experience at www.Badasstents.com. Follow them on Instagram, Facebook and see the latest videos on YouTube.

Badass Tents® launches its CONVOY model Made-in-USA high-performance rooftop tents with classic off-road looks and performance. Discerning outdoor enthusiasts who live the “go big or go home” life will appreciate this next-level tent designed to look like a classic expedition roof rack with features that enhance performance and enjoyment.

Badass Tents is disrupting the rooftop tent industry with 5 new patents filed in 2021 on its revolutionary engineering and designs. Prior to the Badass Tent filings, there were only 11 live patents worldwide in the category. Patents include radical industry-leading features like modular assembly to reduce transport costs, moon roof, streamlined roof rack design that integrates like it’s a part of the vehicle, utility case design and more.

All Badass Tents (also known as BA Tents®) take 1 minute to set up and feature an aerodynamic low-profile design to fit in your garage and have no noticeable wind noise or loss in gas mileage while on the road. They are the lightest, thinnest hard top tents on the market today at 122 lbs. and 5” tall from the top of the vehicle. Using their 56+ years of plastics manufacturing experience, they are manufactured in San Diego, CA with a durable, high-gloss coextruded plastic cover that looks like an OEM paint job mounted on a space age, extruded aluminum frame with no external latches or straps to give this an OEM showroom look and feel.

The Badass Tents’ Convoy RTT includes a full 40”x72” skyward moonroof with 4 large windows that give an unobstructed 360+ degree view. The Convoy’s ultra-slim profile design built using a high-strength extruded aluminum frame will allow most vehicles to pull into residential garages and parking structures without having to remove the rooftop tent.*

Outstanding vehicle integration keeps BA Tent’s RTTs snug to the vehicle for better daily commuter performance and while in route to your off-road adventure. With its lower center of gravity and weight, you’ll never feel it while crawling over rocks and racing across the Baja Desert. The enhanced aesthetic is another Badass bonus that overlanders and campers alike value.

Industry Day at the Range is excited to announce the renewal of their partnership with Carbon Media as the Official Wi-Fi Sponsor. Carbon Media’s sponsorship will enable wi-fi to be available to all attendees throughout Industry Day. In addition, Carbon Media will have a team of editors on site filming videos and preparing press coverage for exhibitors at Industry Day.

“With the renewal of Carbon Media as the Official Wi-Fi Sponsor, we are able to continue to provide more exclusive media coverage to sponsoring brands,” said Kelsey Puryear, Industry Day manager. “Carbon provides a unique look at custom content creation and has a wide reach through their network of websites.”

“Carbon Media, home of http://TheFirearmBlog.com, http://AllOutdoor.com, and  http://OutdoorHub.com is proud to be a sponsor of Industry Day At The Range for the 2022 SHOT Show. With the return of an in-person show, this year’s range day event is especially important, giving the firearms industry a unique first-look at the new products debuting in 2022. We look forward to seeing you all on the range on January 17th,” said Pete, Editor In Chief, The Firearm Blog. 

The 2022 Industry Day at the Range will take place at the Boulder Rifle and Pistol Club in Boulder City, Nevada on Monday, January 17, 2022 from 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. More information about Industry Day at the Range can be found at SHOTShowRangeDay.com.

For those interested in exhibiting in 2022, exhibitor spaces are extremely limited and approaching sell-out. Potential participants are encouraged to register as soon as possible. Exhibitor registration will close on November 30, 2021.

Sometimes a soft approach is better, and the Sea Falcon® Slow Squid offers a softer alternative for slow pitch jigging. Hand-crafted with soft silicon rubber with an embedded lead weight, the Slow Squid provides incredibly realistic lively action that cannot be achieved with traditional metal jigs or conventional soft baits.

The embedded lead weight balances the Slow Squid for a horizontal fall and allows you to fish it like a metal jig, but its soft silicone surface provides all the bells and whistles of a soft bait. Its small shape allows you to fish in deep water, where its luminous glow and undulating action will attract and entice the most finicky finfish. Choose from 8 glow-in-the-dark colors.

To ensure you can fine-tune your presentation to get the best performance from your jigs, Sea Falcon has developed a specification chart for each jig indicating the correct fall speed, weight balance, pause time, current, pulling resistance and slide width, and maps them out on an easy to understand chart on their website: www.seafalconusa.com.

Every Sea Falcon lure is based on a hand-carved original created by CEO and Chief Designer Tetsuya Itou, one of Japan’s foremost lure designers. Based in Hamamatsu, Japan, they operate under the ‘Total Package’ concept, combining all processes from planning and development to manufacturing all under one roof. Sea Falcon ensures supreme quality and continues to provide innovative products to the fishing world.

Gamakatsu® hooks are specifically designed to compliment Sea Falcon lures and plugs. Gamakatsu hooks are made with the same level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, equally raising the performance of any Sea Falcon lure.

Badass Tents Take Rooftop Tents to Next Level With 5 Patents filed in 2021

Badass Tents® introduces its RECON model Made-in-USA rooftop tent that fits most vehicles with a roof rack or crossbars. This tactical styled roof top tent joins it’s family of “lightest & slimmest” hardtop roof top tents on the market today weighing in at 135 lbs. and 5” tall fully loaded. The RECON’s Onyx Black tactical-styled pop up roof top tent combines the RUGGED’s exterior shell and the CONVOY’s frame and tent to create the perfect blend of style and spacious tent. Badass Tents developed several custom mounting applications that allow for mounting the tent 1” above the roof of the vehicle to dramatically reduce wind drag and noise.

Badass Tents is disrupting the rooftop tent industry by engineering next level concepts to market and has already filing 5 new patents in 2021. Prior to the Badass Tent filings, there were only 11 live patents worldwide in the category. Patents include radical industry-leading features like modular assembly to reduce transport costs, moon roof, streamlined roof rack design that integrates like it’s a part of the vehicle, RUGGED and now RECON utility case design and more.

Badass Tents’ RECON popup tent is designed to set up in 2 minutes or less by releasing the hidden clasps and giving a slight push to raise the tent to 40”. Enter through one of the 3 large zippered doors that sport spacious windows and stretch out on the comfortable integrated mattress. Setting up camp couldn’t be easier and you’ll have best view in camp with full 360° views out the 4 large windows.

All Badass Tents (also known as BA Tents) are quick to set up, feature a sleek ultra-compact design for low wind noise which doesn’t affect gas mileage, have first in-class patented features, made using durable impact modified ABS material with a utility finish over a high strength extruded aluminum frame and offers cost savings through some user assembly. Stay where you play with a convenient Badass rooftop tent.

Gift yourself or a loved one with London gunmaker John Rigby & Co.’s fabulous new gin basket. A great addition to its range of lifestyle accessories, the stylish handmade wicker basket contains two 360ml Crystallite high ball gin glasses, a bottle of Rigby gin and a set of six leather coasters.

Rigby gin, which has been carefully crafted in collaboration with expert distillers to capture the classic qualities of the ever-popular spirit, is an exclusive blend of botanicals, coriander and lemon zest giving the gin hints of spice and subtle natural tannins that perfectly complement the citrus notes. The result is a bold gin that’s ideal for a crisp yet refreshing G&T which will go perfectly in the Rigby 360ml gin glasses. And while you sit back and relax, your drink can rest on one of Rigby’s leather coasters, hand-crafted and embossed with the Rigby ‘double R’ logo. 

Rigby’s Managing Director Marc Newton said “We’re very excited to offer this amazing collection of great Rigby products all brought together in one hamper. There’s very few things in life as enjoyable as having a gin and tonic in hand and we hope the new gin basket, with a Rigby twist, will elevate that experience even more.”

Rigby Gin Basket: RRP £149 (incl. VAT)

Available from www.johnrigbyandco.com 

As part of its mission, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has been dedicated to the development and longevity of youth shooting sports around the country. With several junior programs currently established in each state, aspiring young marksmen are fortunate to have a number of venues available to continue their growth – yet, there’s always room for more.

The thought of starting a team can be daunting, but one new coach local to Camp Perry, where ­the CMP Headquarters is located, knows what it’s like to form a fresh group of athletes from the ground up and gives his own advice on how others may do the same.

Matt Muzik of Green Springs, Ohio, is the head coach of the American Legion Post 295 Marksmanship Team – newly created in June 2020. Currently, the team is comprised of 13 athletes, ages 8 to 15, an assistant coach and five board members. The group competes in 60 shot and three-position air rifle, 60 shot pistol and smallbore.

“I love helping kids, and the reward you get is something money can’t buy,” Muzik said. “One of the biggest reasons I started a team was because of my daughter, Claudia Muzik, and her passion for this sport.”

Muzik has been working hard at being a marksmanship leader for nearly a decade now. Over the last eight years, he has been certified as a Level 2 NRA coach and has a background check for both USA Shooting Safe Sport and American Legion Safe Sport. He was also involved with the Ottawa County Shooting Stars, a local Camp Perry team, for about five years.

One week left for your chance to win $6,000 worth of Lyman® and Mark 7® products from Lyman Products. Sweepstakes ends Nov. 29, 2012 at midnight! (Eastern Standard Time)

What one lucky winner will receive:
An Apex10 – 10 Station Loading Machine complete with a Mechanical Powder Measure
Mark 7® 11” High Speed Case Feeder
Autodrive
Mr. Bullet Feeder®
Lyman® Pro Die Set

Altogether, a $6,000 value!

Mark 7 Apex 10 Station Loading Machine, complete with mechanical powder measure and a Mark 7 11-inch high speed case feeder.

The Apex 10 with its massive, robust 10-station cast iron tool head offers a wide variety of options for reloading and case processing needs. Features an 11-inch case feeder with variable speed motor. Ergonomically designed handle can be assembled for right or left-hand operation. Works with new or fired brass. Comes with fully support Mark 7 community and technical help.

Viridian Weapon Technologies is pleased to announce the release of “Full-Blown Tactical,” a collaborative video project shot over two days at Guniste Academy that pushes the boundaries of drone cinematography and captures the exuberance inherent in world-class tactical training, cutting-edge technology, and innovative firearms.

“Full-Blown Tactical represents the cooperation that defines our industry,” said Brian Hedeen, President and CEO at Viridian. “We’re extremely pleased that Springfield Armory and Federal Ammunition both shared Viridian’s epic vision, and there was no better place to capture the experience than Gunsite Academy. ‘Full-Blown Tactical’ showcases the creativity and ingenuity of this industry partnership, but also the unbelievable flying skills of the drone cinematography pioneers at Rotor Riot and JayByrd Films. The end result is everything we’d hoped it would be.”

“Federal Ammunition is thrilled to have been invited to participate in the creation of this video,” said Jason Nash VP Marketing at Federal, Ammunition. “Full-Blown Tactical does something very few other videos even attempt—it pulls you in and lets you feel the exhilaration that comes from scenario-based training exercises. We’ve had a long relationship with Viridian and Springfield, and this project is proof of how well we work together.”

“The drone cinematography in ‘Full-Blown Tactical’ is the perfect way to bring viewers into this experience,” said Steve Kramer Vice President of Marketing at Springfield Armory, Inc. “We’ve been working with Viridian and Federal for years, but most of our collaborations stay concealed. This project brings our long working relationship into the open in a truly explosive way. Springfield Armory is proud to have provided the host platforms for such a monumental and creative project.”

“Full-Blown Tactical” is live on social channels now.

A fall classic gathered the greats of the shooting sports once again at the state-of-the-art National Shooting Complex for the 2021 National Sporting Clays Association (NSCA) Championship. This event, which took place October 22-31, was also the final NSCA Championship Tour, Powered by Winchester and the Winchester Ladies Cup.   

The 2021 NSCA National Championship consisted of 13 events over 10 days, with more than 2,250 registered entrants, including 11 members of Team Winchester. 

“Winchester is extremely proud of all the shooters who took part in NSCA events across the country this year,” said Matt Campbell, vice president of sales and marketing at Winchester. “We have put a tremendous amount of effort into supporting the NSCA and the attendees with our brand and our products. Winchester was very active at the National Championship Tour, and our Team Winchester athletes were once again terrific.”

Team Winchester 2021 NSCA National Championship Results: 

Additionally, Team Winchester members Theo Ribbs, Eric Harvey, Rollins Brown, Kemble DuPont and Frank Thompson shot exceptionally well throughout the event, posting tremendous scores.