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New Haven, Mo. – ALPS Mountaineering, manufacturer of performance gear for wilderness adventures, exploration, and family camping, continues to move forward with the company’s commitment to providing high-quality, high-performance outdoor products through low-impact manufacturing with the introduction of the all-new Genesis line of sleeping bags.

The Genesis 0° and Genesis +30° mummy bags enter the ALPS Mountaineering lineup as part of the ALPS R3 initiative. R3 stands for Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and that is precisely what the Genesis series bags deliver.

Each bag is constructed of a 100-percent recycled polyester ripstop outer fabric and a recycled polyester inner fabric. Furthermore, the high-loft insulation is comprised of recycled TechLoft Micro insulation. The combination of recycled outer/inner shell and insulation results in bags that will keep you warm and withstand years of backcountry adventures while making a positive impact on the wild country we seek to preserve.

Available in regular (80L x 32W inches) and long (86L x 34W inches) sizes, the Genesis-series bags come with a two-way, full-length separating zipper that, unlike most mummy bags, continues across the foot box for maximum ventilation and versatility. A shorter off-side two-way zipper provides full upper torso ventilation and allows the user to sit comfortably upright.

Federal Ammunition congratulates sponsored shooter Derrick Mein for winning his spot on the 2024 USA Shooting Men’s Trap team, headed to the summer Olympic games in Paris. Mein’s performance during the Shotgun Selection Match, March 11-17 at the Tucson Trap and Skeet Club in Tucson, Arizona, was exceptional.

“I had a good week! I was happy that I got to share this victory with my family. It’s always good to have my wife, daughter and parents by my side while competing,” said Mein. “Shooting 250 targets alongside everyone else that is in the running to make the team makes it feel like a 250 target shoot-off. That can test anyone’s mental fortitude.”

The Olympic games in Paris will be Mein’s second appearance on the world’s greatest stage. Mein was 24th in his Olympic debut in Tokyo and placed 13th with Kayle Browning in the mixed-gender team event. Derrick Mein won the World Championship in 2022 and many other titles since Tokyo. He is eager to get back into the Olympic arena.

“I’m most excited that my family will have the opportunity to travel to Paris this time around. In Tokyo, because of Covid, none of my family got the opportunity to attend. And it’s also a chance for some redemption, I didn’t feel like I had a good performance,” stated Mein. “Between now and the competition, I will be traveling to the three World Cup events as well as spending time with my coaches and team training to prep for the games. I’m extremely excited about this opportunity.”

Federal is the number one choice for shotgun shells and manufactures products in America for all competitive and recreational disciplines. See the full lineup, including the latest High Over All, at www.federalpremium.com.

It’s no secret that Al’s Goldfish Forty Niner has long been valued as a trolling and casting lure in open water for bass, trout, and salmon, as well as an outstanding ice jig for large freshwater species such as lake trout, walleye, northern pike and muskie. In fact, the lure is so popular for its distinctive shape and erratic action that a smaller version was created -the Lil’ 49er. The smaller version is ideal for fishing bass, trout, and salmon, as well as smaller species like crappie and other panfish.

Both feature a distinctive and unique flatfish-style head that creates vibration and flutter as the flat face helps them dive. When retrieved, the lure has a tight 270-degree barrel roll but does not spin. It is this shape and weight that also makes this lure an excellent choice not just for shallow-water fishing, but also for deep-water angling. When jogged, the 49eer produces an extremely enticing roll and glide action mimicking a wounded or fleeing baitfish. The design of the 49er allows it to be used successfully in almost any angling situation.

“The Forty Niner can run as deep as you like, both when trolled or when cast and retrieved using the countdown method,” said owner Paul Check. “Using this proven method, you can get the lure into the zone the fish hold in deep open water or keep it just off the bottom when fishing closer to shore or along submerged structures. It is this versatility, along with the lure’s unique action, that continue

The Forty Niner is available in 12 different color options, measures 2 ¼-inches long, weighs 5/16 oz., and features a #6 treble hook. The Lil’ 49er comes in 10 different colors, weighs ¼ oz., is 1 ¾-inches long, and features a #8 treble hook. The suggested retail price for the Forty Niner is $5.40, while the MSRP for the Lil’ 49er is $5.29. All of Al’s Goldfish lures are proudly manufactured in the USA. To see the Forty Niner’s unique action, check out this short YouTube video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=06nr3tbhqeQ.

To find more information about these, and the company’s complete line of lures and accessory products, or to place an order, visit www.alsgoldfish.com/.

About Al’s Goldfish Lures: Purchased by Fin Rage Tackle LLC, based in Green Bay, WI, in July 2023, Al’s Goldfish Lures was begun back in 1952, when Al Stuart developed a pioneering spoon and began marketing it through Stuart’s Sport Shop in Indian Orchard, Massachusetts. With the help of legendary fishing personality Gadabout Gaddis, the lure quickly gained popularity, and the company was off to the races. Today, all of the company’s lures are made of solid marine brass, are plated by a jewelry plater, and are hand-painted. All of the gold lures are plated in 22k gold, which makes them super shiny, then finished with top-quality components, so you don’t ever have to go home and put new hooks and rings on these out of the package! It’s all made in the USA and back with a “if you’re not satisfied, we’ll make it right by you” guarantee.

Greg Gutierrez Moves Into Lead For Final Field Cut At BAM Trail Pro-Am Lake Oroville

BAM Pro/Am Circuit Second Stop: Top-10 Elimination

Oroville, Calif. – The top-10 cut to the final field of pro and co anglers was established following the Day Two weigh-in at the second stop of the BAM Tournament Trail (BAM TT) Pro/Am at Lake Oroville. Following a leaderboard shuffle of the top pros, Greg “Double G” Gutierrez of Red Bluff, Calif. settled into the first-place position adding 11.86 to his Day One weight for a two-day total of 25.19.  

“I would have never thought; not with what I had,” said Gutierrez. As the first-ever BAM Pro/Am champion crowned at the inaugural event on Lake Shasta, Double G is the only pro angler with the potential to go back-to-back in BAM. “That’s kind of a cool thing,” he stated.

Gutierrez started the fishing day in 5th place, trailing the Day One leader by a little over one-pound.

Remington Ammunition has released the official rosters for its 2024 shooting teams, which encompass a championship-caliber group of the nation’s top clay shooters across all disciplines.

“Team Remington has returned in 2024 locked and loaded to be better than ever,” said Team Remington Manager Mike Hampton Sr. “Big Green has assembled an impressive roster of the best skeet, trap and sporting clays shooters in the country. It will be a very exciting year to follow along with Team Remington as we continue to bring home big wins and exhibit excellence in the field.”

Team Remington has already notched exciting victories in 2024. The trap team’s newest member Peter Walker won nine awards in Tucson’s Spring Satellite Grand American, along with junior shooter Wyatt DeBrie winning both HOA and HAA at that event. Madison Sharpe of the sporting clays team secured the Main Event Lady Title at the 2024 Jack Link’s Cup in Okeechobee, Fla. Fellow sporting clays shooter and 2023 National Champion, Brandon Powell, claimed the Seminole Cup Main Event title in Woodbine, Ga., shooting an astounding perfect score on 200 straight targets.

All Remington team members use Remington’s Premier STS and Premier Nitro shotshells in competition. The Premier line of shotshell ammunition provides Team Remington with the confidence they need on the range competing with top-quality, performing shotshells that offer consistency and accuracy.

Remington Skeet Team

Yamaha Continues Empowering Communities and Enriching Outdoor Recreation

Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, is proud to announce the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) contributed over $1 million in grant awards in 2023, marking the largest annual funding total since the program’s inception in 2008. This significant increase, nearly double from the previous year, reaffirms Yamaha’s position as a leader in the powersports industry, advocating for access to public lands for motorcycle, ATV, Side-by-Side, and e-bike owners, and enriching the greater outdoor recreation community.

Steve Nessl, Yamaha’s motorsports marketing manager, stated, “Yamaha’s goal for the Outdoor Access Initiative is to serve as a meaningful resource to those supporting access to public land for all types of recreation. Investing $1 million in one year is a significant achievement. We remain committed to supporting those who work tirelessly to ensure riders and outdoor enthusiasts can continue to enjoy our nation’s outdoor spaces.”

In the fourth quarter of 2023, the funding cycle focused on projects aimed at educating and inspiring the next generation of motorized and outdoor recreation enthusiasts. Two notable recipients were Cycle Kids, Inc. and the Strider Education Foundation, which engage elementary school-aged children in bike riding fundamentals as part of physical education curriculum. Additionally, the Sierra Foundation will provide local 5th and 6th grade students the opportunity to attend the Rich Oliver Mystery School 4-week Ride & Wrench camp to learn motorcycle riding and maintenance skills.

“Riding a bike often marks one’s first taste of adventure and independence in an outdoor setting, and Yamaha is thrilled to provide kids with the chance to learn in a safe, structured environment,” Nessl added. “Fostering a love of outdoor recreation is central to our mission, and these grants to school-based programs mark the beginning of many students’ journeys.”

SK Guns®, the Nation’s only series-driven, limited edition manufacturer of custom firearms, is proud to announce the release of the third edition of the Untamed Series of the world’s deadliest predators: “Luchando Tigre.” This latest production in the series combines a native ritual and a deadly predator into one remarkable installment.

“Luchando Tigre” comes from the native Atsatsilisti ritual in the Mexican state of Guerrero to offer blood to the god Tláloc and the earth in exchange for the rain necessary for a good harvest. Dressed in a tiger personification and equipped with a rope bathed in mezcal, the tribute’s shed blood is the offering required by Tláloc to send the rain. A deadly tiger is depicted wrapping around the slide leaping toward its prey with teeth and claws bared, locked on tearing apart its prey.

“This year’s edition of the Untamed Series truly embodies the idea behind this line of custom guns,” said Simon Khiabani, owner and founder of SK Guns. “The tiger symbolism used in the Arsatslisti ritual for rain combined with the danger synonymous with the Bengal tiger that is depicted along the slide showcases the “tigris” subspecies century-old status as one of the most feared predators in the world.”

The tiger is covered in 24K gold and black-filled stripes with selective silver-plated eyes, teeth and claws. The Colt® logo decorates the rear left panel and the right is engraved with each gun’s unique issued series number.

The production comes complete with a set of rare specimen genuine tiger maple wood grips showing off stripes going across the grain resembling a tiger’s coat with 24K gold Colt® Rampart inserts.

The collaborative effort between Taurus Armas S.A., a leading Brazilian multinational, and Jindal Defense Systems Pvt Limited, a prominent Indian group, has reached a significant milestone with the initiation of pilot batch production at the new manufacturing unit in India. This joint venture, known as JD Taurus, marks a pivotal moment in the global firearms industry.

Under the guidance of Taurus’ expert team from Brazil, the Indian facility has commenced the production of pilot batches of firearms in March 2024. This strategic move aligns with the transfer of technology (ToT) and knowledge, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to stringent quality standards.

The primary objective of these pilot batches is to establish technical, operational, and manufacturing processes to guarantee the replication of high safety and quality standards on an industrial scale. The manufacturing unit is poised to cater to both military and civilian markets, with an initial annual production capacity of up to 250,000 weapons, subject to scaling based on demand.

JD Taurus is actively participating in major tenders, including the ongoing procurement process by the Ministry of Defense, India, for 425,000 Carbines. This endeavor underscores the company’s commitment to supplying cutting-edge firearms to bolster national security.

Taurus’ renowned reputation for competitive pricing, advanced technology, superior quality, and high production volume positions JD Taurus as a formidable contender in the global market. Notably, Taurus secured a significant tender to supply T4 carbines to the Philippines Army in 2022, further solidifying its global footprint.

Irving, TX – Yamamoto Baits is excited to announce the release of the all-new Sensei Worm. Designed to be a finesse killer, the 6.5’’ Sensei features a custom-tailored soft plastic formula that leaves the worm neutrally buoyant in the water. This results in a bait that even the most finnicky bass are going to have a hard time turning down.

“The Sensei Worm has quickly become my go-to plastic for Neko rig and shaky head applications,” says Yamamoto pro Cody Meyer. “Yamamoto is known for putting out baits with phenomenal action, and the Sensei Worm just seems to continue that tradition.”

The balanced design of the Sensei Worm allows for a wide, slow shimmy when rigged weightless. Its versatility is also evident when targeting deeper fish, especially with finesse presentations.

“This worm can shine all over the lake,” says Meyer. “I’ve also caught fish on it dropshotting and with a traditional Texas Rig. I can confidently say that the new Sensei Worm will help you catch more fish in even the toughest conditions.”

For more information on Yamamoto Baits, please visit their website HERE, or find them on Facebook and other social media avenues. 

The ATA Show is the largest archery-only Show in the world, uniting 700 retailers and 450 archery brands annually. The 2024 Show ended Jan. 13 in St. Louis with many attendees and exhibitors calling it the best Show they’ve had in years. The ATA recently surveyed its members to gather extensive feedback on Show objectives, events, promotions, satisfaction levels and other high priority Show topics. The ATA will use post-Show survey responses to improve future ATA Shows.

The ATA Show is where the archery industry comes together. It’s where archery professionals stay informed, maintain relevancy and renew relationships through real in-person interactions that can’t be replicated online or over the phone.  Over 77% of attendees are already planning to attend at the 2025 ATA Show, while only 1.7% of exhibitors said they don’t plan to exhibit at next year’s event.

The ATA is focused on creating a strong and vibrant Show that meets member needs. We hope to see you at the 2025 ATA Show in Indianapolis at the Indiana Convention Center, Jan. 8-10.

About the Archery Trade Association
The Archery Trade Association is the organization for manufacturers, retailers, distributors, sales representatives and others working in the archery and bowhunting industry. The ATA has served its members since 1953. We work to increase the recruitment and retention of new, current and once-active archers and bowhunters. We are the driving force in defending, educating, and lobbying for the greater good of the industry and sport. We preserve and promote archery and bowhunting’s rich heritage to ensure active consumer participation, and successful manufacturing and retailing for generations to come. The organization also owns and operates the ATA Show, the archery and bowhunting industry’s largest and longest-running trade show worldwide.

Follow Along with the Drury Outdoors Family for an In-Your-Face POV on the 2024 Turkey Season

DENVER (March 18, 2024) – It was so good last year, the Drury clan have put together a second season of JUST SHOT: Drury’s Turkey Season available now in the MyOutdoorTV (MOTV) library for streaming on virtually any device. Join Mark Drury and the DOD team as they trek across the Midwest for a beak bustin’, in your face, non-stop, action-packed good time. With calling so sweet and decoys so deceptive, the longbeards don’t stand a chance. Just like any JUST SHOT season available on MOTV, this turkey series will give viewers a near real time look at the strategies and tactics the Drury’s implement week in and week out.  Watch it all unfold on MyOutdoorTV, Outdoor Sportsman Group’s No. 1 global subscription streaming platform.

MyOutdoorTV’s JUST SHOT content delivers filmed hunts from some of the most recognizable names in the outdoor industry almost immediately following the hunt. Other JUST SHOT content currently available on MyOutdoorTV includes JUST SHOT: Petersen’s HUNTING Adventures, JUST SHOT: Can’t Stop the Flop, JUST SHOT: Buck Commander and much more.

“MyOutdoorTV’s JUST SHOT continues to redefine the way our audience consumes hunting content and gives them another reason to make MOTV their go-to streaming resource,” shared Sr. Vice President and MOTV General Manager Sean Luxton. “JUST SHOT: Drury’s Turkey Season promises to deliver an insider-view into the heart and soul of turkey hunting, brought to life through the lens of the seasoned Drury team. It’s where passion meets tradition, and it’s all happening this season on MyOutdoorTV.”

JUST SHOT content is a great complement to MyOutdoorTV’s massive on-demand library and its growing list of of 24/7, ad-free, Live TV Channels. Watch HuntStream, WhitetailStream, AnglerStream and TurkeyStream, all featuring the world’s best hunting and fishing shows whenever and wherever you choose to watch – available to subscribers on ALL DEVICES from a big screen TV at home to a phone in a bass boat or a tree-stand in the woods. For more information about MyOutdoorTV, visit http://motv.com #MYOUTDOORTV. 

About MyOutdoorTV (MOTV): MyOutdoorTV is the No. 1 global subscription streaming platform from Outdoor Sportsman Group created just for outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts. MOTV features favorite Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel, World Fishing Network, Sportsman Channel Canada television shows, exclusive Major League Fishing content, acquired content from around the world, as well as exclusive MOTV Originals. MOTV is the pre-eminent voice for all outdoor enthusiasts and super serves the outdoor enthusiasts with an expansive acquired library of the best hunting, fishing and shooting programming in long and short form, recipes, tips and tricks, how-to instructional videos, as well as educational and exclusive content focusing on improving success in the field and on the waterways. MOTV is powered by the four networks, along with additional exclusive content available from Outdoor Sportsman Group’s established integrated media arm that includes 15 category-leading outdoor magazines, such as: Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, Petersen’s HUNTING, In-Fisherman and 20 top websites. Subscribe to MOTV at www.MyOutdoorTV.com and watch on the following platforms: Apple IOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Xbox, Amazon Channels, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung SmartTV, LG SmartTV, Vizio SmartTV, YouTube TV, Xumo, YouTube Primetime Channels, Xfinity X1, Xfinity Flex, Comcast, Cox and Vizio SmartTV. MOTV is available in 162 markets worldwide. #MYOUTDOORTV. 

Swink, CO—Jace Bauserman, an award-winning outdoor writer and renowned big-game hunter, adds a top-tier how-to guide for whitetail fanatics to his growing collection of how-to style hunting books. This guide, crafted by a seasoned professional, equips both bow and rifle hunters with the knowledge to consistently punch tags, no matter where they chase their whitetail dreams.

Winning Ways For Whitetails is a 130-page treasure trove of practical, tried-and-true tactics that will significantly increase your odds of success. Bauserman, a true whitetail enthusiast, has pursued his whitetail dreams across the country. Whether you’re a public land DIY goer, a private landowner, or someone who leases or has private land permission, this book will empower you with new strategies for your hunting arsenal. 

Chock-full of outside-the-norm tactics, Winning Ways For Whitetails covers everything from choosing the right public land property to land management tips, shooting advice, and more. Bauseman’s new book is a winner! The book also dedicates an entire chapter to how-to-hunt the various phases of the whitetail rut. 

Winning Ways For Whitetails is Bauserman’s third hunting book. If you’re a turkey goer or love to head West to chase pronghorn, Bauserman’s books Bowhunting The Prince Of The Plains & Turkey Hunting Tales, Tips & Tactics are also excellent educational guides.

All three books are available for purchase on Bauserman’s website, www.jacebauserman.com. They are also available on Amazon at the links below:

Blackhawk®, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 20 years, has updated its popular Stache IWB line of holsters with a new Mag Adapter Wing to let the operator customize the ride angle for the spare magazine carrier.

Made of durable polymer, the Mag Adapter Wing kit comes with two different wings, one 25º and one 15º, to give the operator choices to best fit personal carry style. Both Mag Adapter Wings are drop-in and require no special tools for installation.

“The Stache IWB has been an incredibly popular holster amongst serious concealed carriers. The value that it brings to the table distilled into such a simple, comfortable, and practical way makes it a no-brainer for serious concealed carriers,” said Liam Yarbrough, Senior Product Manager at Blackhawk. “We noticed customer feedback that the old-design Mag Adapter Wing didn’t feel very strong, so we beefed it up a little more and went with fixed angles to ensure stability.”

The new Mag Adapter Wing Kit is included with all Stache IWB Premium holsters. To see the full line of Stache IWB holsters with Mag Adapter Wings, including new models to fit the Glock 26, Springfield Hellcat Pro and Sig P365X-Macro, visit www.Blackahwk.com.

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Moorpark, Calif- Dickinson Arms, a distinguished leader in high-quality firearms, proudly announces its strategic partnership with Full-Throttle Communications, a leading name in marketing, advertising, and PR for the hunting, outdoor and shooting sports industry. Effective immediately, the seasoned agency will spearhead all media relations, marketing, and advertising efforts for the growing firearms brand.

“At Dickinson Arms, we are excited to embark on this journey with Full-Throttle Communications. Their industry experience and innovative approach will undoubtedly help us take our marketing efforts to the next level,” said Aykut Bekmez, Business Development Manager at Dickinson Arms. “This partnership aligns seamlessly with our commitment to excellence to delivering exceptional products and customer support.”

Renowned for its commitment to craftsmanship, Dickinson Arms offers a wide range of firearms, including basic pump shotguns, inertia or gas-operated semi-automatics, supremely balanced over & unders, and stunning side-by-sides. Each firearm is a testament to the company’s dedication, with wood and metal parts meticulously shaped and hand-fitted together, and premium quality components ensuring reliable performance even in the toughest conditions.

The partnership coincides with the unveiling of several new Dickinson introductions for 2024 including the company’s new ADAM Series of 1911 pistols, the brand’s official launch into the ammunition market with their new 9mm loads, and much more. Visit their website to view all new products.

“Dickinson Arms is synonymous with excellence in the firearms industry, and we are excited to collaborate with them to help amplify their brand presence,” said Jason Bear, President/CEO of Full-Throttle Communications. “We’re honored and excited to work alongside the company and look forward to implementing some effective and powerful marketing and PR solutions for the brand.”