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Rebel R/C offers a comprehensive lineup of premium quality R/C products that are inspired by full-size off-road legends and built for the community of enthusiasts that enjoy this unique lifestyle.
Created by a group of hardcore off-road masters and R/C experts who’ve built a reputation around creating some of the toughest and most capable machines to travel down the trail.
Ready to run (RTR) kits, builder kits (KITS), as well as a full line of bodies, parts, and accessories, allow both off-road and R/C enthusiasts the opportunity to experience the outdoors in an entirely new way.

Drawing inspiration from full-size, trail-ready beasts; Rebel R/C is proud to offer a comprehensive lineup of off-road focused R/C products for the rebel within us all. This unique new vision has been crafted by off-road and R/C industry icons Jeff Johns, Bond Gilmer, and George Kane – a team who’ve built a reputation for creating some of the most capable full-size and scaled R/C rigs in the world.

Jeff Johns is a pioneer in the world of R/C Crawling, Scale Trail, and Rock Racing. Throughout his 22-year career he’s been the captain of skilled teams that have brought some of the most iconic R/C vehicles to market. 

Bond Gilmer is an off-roading legend, who also happens to be a serious R/C enthusiast. As the founder of Rebel Off-Road, he’s built a name for himself as not only a builder, but also as a professional driver and expert overlander.

George Kane has competed in a staggering variety of Ultra 4 Racing competitions and brings a vast library of off-road experience to the table.

Shoot Like A Girl has released its second quarter report for 2021, citing impressive numbers, growth and insights that will help drive the remainder of the calendar year. Hundreds of women participated in the Shoot Like A Girl mobile range experience in five locations across the Midwest. The trailer covered traveled 3,498 miles to introduce these women and their families to shooting sports, allowing the Shoot Like A Girl team to empower more guests in more cities. The full report is available online.

“The second quarter of 2021 came and went so very fast; especially compared to the same quarter in 2020, when time came to a standstill,” said Karen Butler, Founder and President of Shoot Like A Girl. “I look back now and am proud that Shoot Like A Girl was able to be on the front lines of grass roots initiatives; safely travelling to deliver the message of safety and share the confidence that comes with the shooting sports. We completed five more shows in second quarter.”

Reaching More Women in 2021

In the second quarter, 516 women participated in Shoot Like a Girls’ experience to shoot a pistol, rifle and bow during the Home of the Brave Tour. With stops at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s stores in Waco, TX; Wichita, KS; Council Bluffs, IA; Hammond, IN; and Lawrenceville, GA, the Shoot Like A Girl trailer covered a lot of ground in just a few months.

In addition to normal operations, Hunt Like a Girl was created to break down barriers so that women who wish to hunt, but don’t, find a way to feel encouraged and empowered to go afield. During three hosted hunts, women gained experience and confidence on their hunting adventures.

Shoot Like A Girl is taking the Home of the Brave Tour to Bass Pro Shops in Springfield, Missouri this weekend, August 7 and 8. Both new and seasoned shooters are invited to join Shoot Like A Girl at the state-of-the-art mobile shooting range for this free, interactive event. Certified female instructors will be on-site to share their extensive knowledge of firearms, shooting sports and safety with guests. The Shoot Like A Girl trailer will be open in front of Bass Pro Shops on Saturday, August 7 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, August 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sign in on Sunday ends at 3:30 p.m.

What to Expect

This unique experience is designed to empower women with confidence gained from aiming at a target and hitting their mark. Attendees are also encouraged to bring their families and young children to discuss and hear more about firearm safety.

Inside the range, attendees who are 16 years of age or older will be able to handle and shoot a handgun and long gun with guidance from instructors, using a state-of-the-art, military-grade firearm simulator which provides realistic recoil, impact, and sound feedback. Archery coaches will also be onsite to assist guests with shooting bows.

Outside the range, at the Shoot Like A Girl gun counter, visitors of all ages are welcome to compare a variety of disabled firearms, including revolvers, semi-automatic pistols, shotguns and rifles. Additional products from corporate partners will be on display, including optics, conceal carry bags, holsters, TrueTimber camouflage gear, SABRE pepper spray products and much more. A full list of partners is available online.

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Sparrow Adventure’s segment-exclusive crossbars allow campers to carry up to 100 pounds of gear on top of their rooftop tent.

BOULDER — Roofnest revealed the first-ever Sparrow Adventure and Sparrow Adventure XL hard-shell rooftop tents, the only rooftop tent on the market with built-in crossbars. The segment-exclusive integrated crossbars allow campers to carry up to 100 pounds extra gear on top of their Sparrow Adventure rooftop tent. 

“Campers no longer have to choose between mounting either their tent or toys to the roof of their vehicle; now they can do both. From bikes, kayaks, paddle boards, fly-fishing rods, and more, Sparrow Adventure can accommodate campers’ favorite outdoor gear,” said Roofnest founder and CEO Tim Nickles. “Sparrow Adventure makes camping easier, too. Bedding can be stored inside the tent for quick setup and wet and dirty gear can be stored on top of the crossbars, keeping your car clean and organized.” 

Sparrow Adventure comes in two sizes. Sparrow Adventure measures 84 inches long and 50 inches wide and sleeps two adults. Sparrow Adventure XL is 84 inches long and 56 inches wide and sleeps two to three adults. Both close down to a mere 12 inches tall, leaving enough room for campers to store their bedding inside the tent when it’s closed. 

Campers can attach up to 100 pounds of gear to the top of Sparrow Adventure. The internally mounted, fast-deploying marine-grade struts are strong enough to support up to 40 pounds of gear (more than the average kayak) even while the tent is open. That means campers don’t need to fully unpack before going to sleep. 

Irving, TX – Cold Steel, manufacturer and innovator of purpose-built knives and blade tools for everyday carry, tactical, hunting and outdoor applications is excited to announce the new Recon Series tactical folding knives. Built to satisfy the real-world requirements of military, LE, and first-responder personnel, the new Recon 1 lockbacks are made for quick deployment on the toughest jobs.

Four blade profiles make up the Recon 1 Series. These include a conventional clip point, spear point, and two tanto points—one with a standard edge and one with a partially serrated edge for sawing applications, such as through harness webbing and seat belts. All blades are constructed of rugged, American S35VN steel and come with a subdued black DLC coating for maximum corrosion resistance.

Because retention and blade control figure prominently in a tactical folder, all Recon 1 knives come with tough G-10 handles featuring deep finger grooving and a palm swell that helps the hand lock tight around the handle for optimal grip. Cold Steel’s strong and reliable Tri-Ad® locking system is incorporated into the Recon 1 Series knives to provide safe operation for high-pressure cutting applications. Additional features include thumb studs plus an ambidextrous pocket/belt clip and lanyard hole to facilitate multiple carry and rig securing options.

Cold Steel Recon 1 Series Specifications

To learn more about new Cold Steel products, please visit https://www.coldsteel.com.

MISSOULA, Mont. — The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is proud to announce that Benelli is its newest Elk Country Legacy sponsor.

“The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is one of the leading conservation groups in the outdoor arena,” said Timothy Joseph, Benelli USA vice president of marketing. “Their passion and commitment to wildlife and habitat conservation, along with opening land access to hunters, helps ensure the future of our shared hunting tradition. We are pleased to give our support to their mission and look forward to a productive partnership.

”Benelli is a world leader in manufacturing quality semiautomatic, pump-action and over under shotguns as well as rifles that are known for their industry leading innovation, ultra-reliability and high-performance standards.

“Benelli is well-respected not just across our nation but around the globe,” said Riza Lesser, RMEF managing director of marketing. “We appreciate their support of elk and conservation as well as our hunting heritage efforts and overall mission priorities.”

The Elk Country Legacy program reflects all aspects of RMEF’s mission including land conservation and access, habitat enhancement, wildlife management and hunting heritage.

The sports chalk and hand care company ONCRUX recently launched two lines of products – CRUXGRIP and CRUXCARE. CRUXGRIP was developed to handle all your chalk needs while CRUXCARE is the after-climb ritual your skin craves. 

ONCRUX is dedicated to creating high quality products using the best ingredients to bring you more effective and cleaner products than what is currently on the market. ONCRUX currently offers four different products across two lines – CRUXGRIP Liquid Chalk, CRUXGRIP Powder Chalk, CRUXGRIP Crumble Chalk, and CRUXCARE Salve. 

CRUXGRIP liquid chalk was formulated to sanitize and stay on your hands longer, without causing over-drying and irritation to hands.  That means less chalking up and cleaning up. CRUXGRIP stays on your hands without transferring to other surfaces, allowing you to touch your gym bag and smartphone without creating a mess. CRUXGRIP is offered in a 2 fl oz. bottle with a carabiner, a 6.5 fl oz. bottle, and a 16 fl oz. bottle with a pump.

CRUXGRIP loose chalk is available in two forms: crumble and powder. No additives, just high quality chalk. CRUXGRIP powder chalk comes in a fine powder form while the crumble contains small chunks of chalk.  This gives athletes the choice to pick what feels right for them. CRUXGRIP powder is offered in a 14 oz. bag while CRUXGRIP crumble will be offered in a 11 oz bag.

CRUXCARE salve is your skin’s new best friend.  Made from the highest quality natural ingredients  including shea butter, jojoba oil, lavender essential oil, rosemary essential oil, geranium essential oil and candelilla wax, CRUXCARE leaves your hands smelling fresh and herbaceous. Thanks to the blend of essential oils and ingredients sourced from plants CRUXCARE salve is effective at repairing skin flappers, ripped tips, scrapes, and cuts. Unlike other salves on the market, CRUXCARE salve moisturizes and absorbs quickly into the skin leaving a silky smooth after feel.  The specially crafted formula used for CRUXCARE salve is less greasy and absorbs quickly into skin, allowing you to apply anytime throughout the day.  Just like our CRUXGRIP liquid chalk, CRUXCARE salve stays where it is meant to be – on your skin.  Feel free to use it on hands, feet, elbows, knees, or anywhere else your skin might need some extra care.  CRUXCARE salve is currently offered in a 1.7 oz container.

 Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) and “Hunting Matters” welcomes Eric Miller, Centerfire Rifle and Component Product Manager for Federal and Speer Ammunition to the program this week! 

Eric was born in southern Minnesota, has lived in various locations across the country, and currently resides in Hugo, MN. Eric grew up hunting and fishing with his dad which ignited his passion for the outdoors and led to his career in the industry. For a couple of years, he lived in Africa before returning to the U.S. to work in the retail sector of the firearms industry. Eric has worked in the industry for the last 24 years. 

The majority of Eric’s hunting experiences have occurred in the Midwest, Minnesota, Wisconsin and the Dakotas but he has also been fortunate to hunt out west for elk and deer as well as Newfoundland, Northwest Territory, Yukon, and Alaska. He has experienced several DIY moose hunts in Alaska which he counts among some of his most favorite and memorable hunts. He is currently training a new British Lab puppy for the upcoming bird season. 

About Hunting Matters
“Hunting Matters” airs each Saturday from 6am-7am CST on KPRC AM 950 – Real Texas, Real Talk, a Houston iHeartMedia station, and Houston’s longest running radio station. Listen live online here. You may also listen to each episode as a podcast, following live airing, on most major podcast platforms including iTunes, the Apple Podcasts, the IHeartMedia, Google, Overcast, and Spreaker. Subscribe. Rate Us. Leave A Comment. Tell your friends!

About Houston Safari Club Foundation
Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve the sport of hunting through education, conservation, and the promotion of our hunting heritage. HSCF has awarded 600 scholarships totaling $2.7 million dollars. HSCF conducts youth outdoor education programs, career training, hunter education and field experiences throughout the year. HSCF has provided over $4 million in grants for hunter-funded wildlife, habitat, and various conservation initiatives. HSCF is an independent organization, is not affiliated with Safari Club International (SCI) or its affiliates and is not a chapter or affiliate of any other organization. Visit our website at wehuntwegive.org or call 713.623.8844 for more information. HSCF. We Hunt. We Give. 

CAMP PERRY, Ohio – SPC Ivan Roe, 25, of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit (AMU) was the leading scorer of the Three-Position Aggregate Smallbore competition, held during the annual National Matches at Camp Perry. The event was facilitated by the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), which began its smallbore match series back in 2018.

Though a recent addition to the CMP National Matches schedule, smallbore has been a staple at Camp Perry for decades – welcoming thousands of competitors over the years. For Roe, 2021 marked his very first experience competing in smallbore on the historical National Guard base.

“I really had no expectations,” he said of his first trip to Camp Perry. “Every day I got down, it was, ‘What’s going to happen today?’ It’s been a learning experience the entire time.”

Known for its inconsistent (to put it gently) conditions, Camp Perry challenged Roe in ways he didn’t anticipate.

“I was told to prepare for it to be unbelievably windy,” he explained. “The first day was nuts – I’ve never been blown around in prone before. That was something completely new. They told me it was going to be windy but I wasn’t ready for how windy, exactly – but, I made it work.”

EcoVessel Launches Stylish On-The-Go Accessories in Time for Summer Travels

The eco-friendly brand expands its collection of reusable offerings with its WanderWare stainless steel utensil set.

EcoVessel, a premium drinkware and reusable accessory brand, launches an on-the-go accessories collection, including the six-piece WanderWare utensil set and QuickStraw telescopic straw. Made for outdoor and travel convenience, these sleek reusable sets were designed for eating and drinking on the go in style while living a more sustainable lifestyle by reducing single-use plastic.

“We are incredibly excited to add these must-have sustainable options as people are headed outdoors and traveling this summer,” said CEO Jon Fox. “An astounding 40 billion single-use plastic utensils are thrown away each year in the U.S. It’s time to make an affordable change.”

The WanderWare reusable set includes a convenient carrying case for easy portability and meals on the go. ⁣⁣The food-grade stainless steel utensil set ($24.95) includes a fork, spoon, knife, chopsticks, straw with a silicone tip, and straw cleaning brush. Available in two colors, including vibrant iridescent Rainbow, and sleek matte Black.

Emerald’s Elastic Suite B2B platform will help facilitate a more efficient, profitable and sustainable brand-to-retailer digital merchandising experience at the Outdoor Retailer Summer 2021 show taking place August 10-12 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. At Outdoor Retailer, Elastic will connect with current and prospective customers, demonstrating the single-platform approach to product sourcing across a broad range of brands through a new year-round digital market for outdoor industry wholesale buyers and suppliers.

“Elastic brings an added dimension to this year’s Outdoor Retailer show and represents the future of B2B sales and merchandising technology,” said Josh Reddin, Emerald EVP, Elastic Suite. “Our Enterprise and Lite versions of the Elastic platform make our digital solution accessible by the full spectrum of outdoor brands both large and small. This is making universal retailer access via a single purchasing platform a reality by eliminating the requirement for wholesale buyers to use multiple purchasing solutions from their brand suppliers.”

The availability of a central wholesale digital market extends the relationships between brands and retailers, expanding the live-event experience into a powerful 24/7, 365-day engagement via Elastic. The benefit for retailers is direct access to a much larger base of brands and products through a single sign-on to a transparent, feature-rich wholesale purchasing solution.

Editors, attendees and brands attending Outdoor Retailer can connect with Elastic in the following ways:

Elastic Booth: (44036-UL) Located near the center of the exhibit floor, the Elastic booth will feature ongoing demo stations, dedicated WIFI and Elastic staff available for information.

Fit + Fresh, Inc. Brings Female Focused Products to Show

PROVIDENCE, RI – Fit + Fresh, the leading manufacturer of fashion lunch bags and accessories will be debuting at the Outdoor Retail Show with a brand-new line of products geared towards helping modern women contain, organize and carry all the stuff they- and their families- need to navigate and celebrate their busy days and lives.

“We pride ourselves on designing our products by women, for women and their families,” said Jade Watson, Chief Marketing Officer. “We speak to thousands of women every year to inform our product development and ensure that we’re designing products that will actually make the lives of our consumers easier and more enjoyable. One item we designed during COVID was our Dual Compartment Wine Cooler.”

“When we talked to women, we heard that they’re using coolers more often than ever before as a way to get out of the house- Whether it’s going on a picnic, out on the boat, or even an Airbnb, coolers have become a go-to accessory. However, none of them were really designed to hold food and wine, and more specifically to keep a wine bottle upright. That was our ah-ha moment!” Watson said.

The new Dual Compartment Cooler has an insulated compartment that fits two bottles of wine upright and then a separate section that can hold up to 12 cans- or all the food you may want to bring on a day out. It’s perfect for the beach, boat, picnic or even a girl’s day out at the vineyard. And best of all, it’s available in a variety of fresh, colorful, on trend prints and patterns.

MAC IN A SAC, is a versatile collection of packable performance outerwear for life on the go, makes its North American debut in BOOTH 44040-UL at OR Summer. 

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Did you know that there are over 3000 different kinds of mosquitoes in the world today? 

The mosquito is one of the deadliest creatures in the world.  The mosquito itself is not a killer, but they are a vector or carrier for a number of deadly diseases for humans.  Mosquito-borne diseases cause over a million deaths worldwide each year, with a vast majority of those diseases effecting the elderly and our youth.

The majority of mosquito-borne diseases that cause the most deaths worldwide are transferred from three individual species of mosquitoes.  The Anopheles mosquitoes are the only mosquito that carries malaria, and they are also known to carry filariasis (elephantiasis) and encephalitis.  The Culex mosquitoes carry encephalitis, filariasis, and the West Nile virus.  The Aedes mosquitoes, including the Asian Tiger mosquito, carry yellow fever, dengue fever and encephalitis.  These mosquitoes carry disease through parasites attached to their body or through virus coming into the mosquito and then being transferred back to a new host through the saliva of the mosquito.

We know that mosquitoes as a vector are a tremendous killer of humans through carrying and transferring these diseases.  There are trillions of these flying insects worldwide.  What most people don’t understand is that mosquitoes are a major source of food and a strategic part of the ecosystem.  Bats, birds, fish, animals, dragonflies, frogs and more eat mosquitoes and the bodies of mosquitoes in the dirt and waters of our world create nutrients for many species.  Looking at current numbers, scientists are telling us that mosquitoes are increasing with higher global temperatures. 

Mosquitoes have a life cycle of eggs, larva, pupa and adult.  The eggs are laid on the water surface and then descend into the water, feeding on algae and organic material.  They then rise as a pupa and then into adult flying insects.  It is the females that bite the skin and feed on the blood of animals and humans.  Horses, cattle and wildlife are the primary sources of blood for mosquitoes, although some hunters would swear they are the primary target of these biting insects.  The female mosquito transfers saliva into the host during the bite which causes a rash and transmits pathogens to these new hosts. 

Steamboat Springs, CO  (August, 2021) – Luxury merino sleepwear brand, Chill Angel®, expands its Dream Wear collection beyond sleep to wellness, layering and travel. This ultimate comfort solution is perfect for apres’ workout recovery and relaxing.

In today’s stressful environment, consumers are looking for apparel that can multi-function and perform more than one role in the wardrobe so they can reduce the number of garments they own. They are also looking for sustainable, earth-friendly garments that are free from micro-plastics and other harmful chemicals. Chill Angel exclusively uses pure and natural merino wool, which is biodegradable and made naturally by sheep – only requiring water, grass and air!

“The term ‘Dream Wear’ takes the brand beyond sleepwear to wherever your dreams may lead you,” says Chill Angel founder, Betsy Seabert. “While the core of the collection remains in performance sleepwear, our products and designs are expanding to the address the categories of wellness, travel and layering. Garments that are versatile and made from merino wool mean fewer garments are needed in the wardrobe.”

After an invigorating day of active pursuits, nothing feels better than getting out of the sweaty, hard-working performance wear and slipping into some cozy, soft and loose loungewear,” says Seabert. 

Chill Angel offers two distinct collections, each featuring a unique fabric quality and design theme. All Chill Angel garments are made of 100% pure, luxurious merino wool which is a natural, sustainable, earth-friendly fabric that boasts incredible performance benefits of managing temperature, wicking moisture, being odor-free, among other technical benefits.

BIG GOOD DESIGN comprises of a group of enthusiastic and talented Taiwanese designers and international sales professionals. We focus on product innovation and R&D. We aim to create innovative problem-solving products with cutting-edge technologies and make our customer’s day-to-day experience better. Our products are highly rated, qualified, functional and sold worldwide with international recognition. The product is also the winner of 2020 Taiwan Excellence Award, 2020 Taiwan SMEs Innovation Award, and 2020 National Invention and Creation Award.

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Summer is the perfect time to churn the water with bucktails. Water temperatures are approaching their annual peaks, and muskies are on the chew, ready to chase down fast-moving presentations. Your hunt for summer muskies will begin with weeds, and it’s likely that you won’t need to look further than your lake’s dense beds of cabbage and coontail to garner all of the summer musky action you’ll ever need. Let’s examine the connection between weeds, in-line spinners, and summer muskies, so you can put more of these apex predators in the boat this season.

Of all the possible weed types found in musky waters, cabbage weeds and coontail will attract and hold the most fish. Cabbage grows with stout vertical stems, interrupted regularly by long, broad leaves. Coontail is somewhat less robust but grows in beds that are more dense than cabbage, and the overall cylindrical shape of a coontail stalk provides many of the same musky-attracting characteristics as cabbage. Indeed, both weeds cast shade within the water column, reducing local water temperature and providing respite from the bright midday sun. Dense stands of cabbage and coontail provide ample cover for baitfish and small panfish, guaranteeing that resident musky and pike have an abundant food supply. 

Well-honed sonar interpretation skills will help an angler to identify the best weeds for summer musky fishing. Indeed, cabbage and coontail reveal themselves in excellent detail in Humminbird’s MEGA Side Imaging: cabbage weeds frequently have bright returns in Side Imaging, as their large, waxy leaves are excellent reflectors of sonar energy. Moreover, mature cabbage and coontail can both be quite tall, and as a result, cast characteristic, long sonar shadows in Side Imaging. So, if you’ve found a dense stand of weeds with bright Side Imaging sonar returns as well as long, dark sonar shadows, chances are that you’ve located a bed of cabbage or coontail that may hold summer muskies.

If you haven’t yet added Side Imaging to your bag of fish-finding tricks, consider using an underwater camera to confirm weed identifications and focus your musky fishing. The Aqua-Vu Micro Revolution Pro 5.0 camera is a compact underwater camera system that fits into any musky angler’s boat – and budget. The camera’s optics provide a crisp underwater video feed in clear to moderately clear waters and do an excellent job of identifying both structure and fish. The Aqua-Vu Micro Revolution features a long-lasting lithium Ion battery system to power many musky hunting trips and includes an integrated cable management system that makes deploying and stowing the optics quick and easy. For an ultra-clear, HD-quality video feed, consider the larger Aqua-Vu HD10i Pro Gen 2camera system, which will also function better in deep water and in those musky haunts with more noticeable stain – places like Minnesota’s Lake of the Woods, or tannin-stained waters of Wisconsin’s famous Chippewa Flowage. 

Liz Ogilvie of the American Sportfishing Association and Alex Funk from the Colorado Water Conservation Board will join the organization in August

(Washington, D.C.) — The Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership is proud to announce two new hires, who will strengthen the organization’s communications and water resources conservation efforts.

Liz Ogilvie, most recently chief marketing officer at the American Sportfishing Association, will join TRCP as chief communications officer on August 16, 2021. Alex Funk, most recently an agricultural and rural resiliency policy specialist at the Colorado Water Conservation Board, will begin his new role as TRCP’s director of water resources and senior counsel on August 23, 2021.

“We’re thrilled to have Liz and Alex joining us at a critical time for both conservation and the TRCP—as our national leaders are making decisions that will affect hunting and fishing for decades to come and as the organization is about to celebrate 20 years of fulfilling its purpose as a convener, collaborator, and thought-leader in the conservation community,” says Whit Fosburgh, president and CEO. “Their expertise and leadership will enhance our efforts and help us grow as we enter this new chapter.”

Ogilvie has worked in various segments of the recreational fishing industry–from retail to television to nonprofits–for more than 20 years. Most recently, she was the chief marketing officer for the American Sportfishing Association, where she oversaw the trade group’s communications strategy, the Keep America Fishing advocacy campaign, and the fundraising and distribution of conservation grants by the FishAmerica Foundation. Her focus as chief communications officer will be to shape the TRCP’s voice in grassroots advocacy and public relations, and she will also oversee the operations and finance arms of the organization. Learn more here.

A hunting trip is an activity that takes a lot of careful planning. The better prepared you are, the more bountiful the trip is going to be. Whether you’re an experienced hunter or a newcomer to the hobby, you might want to read on and check what you should bring on your next hunting trip.

Ready Your Permits

In most states, hunters are required to get permits before they can begin hunting. It’s very important that you have your permits ready. Hunting without the proper documents is punishable by law. Coordinate with your local government agency with regards to the guidelines for legal hunting.

Study The Hunting Area And The Weather

Not studying the hunting area before the day of the hunt is a bad idea. Aside from getting into all sorts of trouble, you also risk yourself of encountering creatures you can’t handle. Ideally, you’d want to study the lay of the land as well as which animals inhabit the area too.

It’s also very important that you try to see what the weather will be like on the day of the trip. This really matters as it will help you wear the right clothing for the trip. Being properly dressed does wonders for any hunting trip as it allows you to hunt as comfortably as possible.

While you’re at it, determine what type of creatures you can hunt as well. Keep in mind that you’re not allowed to hunt any creature you see in a hunting ground. Rare and endangered species should definitely not be within your crosshairs.