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Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation, the leading provider of in-school outdoor education, has hit a new milestone with its Outdoor Adventures program now in 1,000 kindergarten, middle, and high schools across the country.

“All across the country over 100,000 students annually will learn wildlife conservation, hunting, fishing, shooting sports, and much more with this milestone achievement of 1,000 schools,” said Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation Chairman Kyle Shidler. 

OTF’s Outdoor Adventures program is a fun, interactive course where students are taught lifelong skills using an integrated 34-unit curriculum comprised of math, science, writing, and critical thinking skills. The 290 detailed lesson plans cover angler education, archery, hunter education, boater education, orienteering, survival skills, camping, outdoor cooking, challenge courses, backpacking, mountain bike camping, paddle sports, rock climbing, shooting sports, CPR/first aid and fauna, flora and wilderness medicine and much more. OA teachers can pick units specific to their region and local ecosystems.

“A true testament to the value of the Outdoor Adventures K-12 curriculum is the accelerated growth of the program now being taught in 1,000 schools of all sizes and in all types of locations across 46 states,” said OTF Executive Director Sean McLelland. 

Founded in 1981 in Dallas, the Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation is a public nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. For many schools, grants from OTF help offset the cost of the program. The curriculum can be taught as a P.E., elective, or agricultural science class.

The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW), the association representing shooting sports wholesalers, manufacturers, and their trade partners, announced the winners of their annual Appreciation and Caliber Awards during their Appreciation Dinner at the NASGW Expo, in Kansas City, MO.

“What a fun night in Kansas City at the Annual Appreciation Dinner,” said Kenyon Gleason, NASGW President. “We had a few surprises in our award winners and a lot of excitement about big things happening at NASGW.”

Each year the NASGW Expo brings together wholesalers and manufacturers within the shooting sports industry to get a first look at new products and plan sales for the upcoming year. (nasgwexpo.org)

Winners for the NASGW Appreciation Awards are:

Firearm Manufacturer of the Year

Optics Manufacturer of the Year

* 3-way tie

Built on an enhanced soft-recoiling CZ 712 shotgun, the 712 G3 shotgun smokes clay targets and tumbles game birds like autoloaders which cost twice as much! With a classic look and performance-driven features, shooters will be able to handle both light and heavy loads making the CZ 712 G3 a great choice no matter the situation.

The new CZ 712 G3 is at home on the clay target course or in the field. Its gas-operated mechanism softens recoil and cycles 2 ¾- and 3-inch shotshells. The shotgun comes with two pistons, for light and heavy loads. Either piston accepts a wide range of shotshells within its designation. With the light piston installed, soft recoiling shotshells for target shooting can be cycled easily. While with the heavy piston installed, the CZ 712 G3 can take on even the hottest loads waterfowl hunters use.  

The 712 G3’s chrome-lined barrels hold up under extended firing and ensure consistent patterns through five furnished extra-long Active-Choke tubes. The CZ 712 G3’s receiver and barrel wear a handsome, durable matte black finish that minimizes glare and can be paired with either black synthetic, camo, or walnut stocks.

Prudent shooters are sure to appreciate the shotgun’s ergonomics. The stock features a new thicker recoil pad that tames the kick from stiff magnum loads. With 1 3/8 inches drop at nose comb and 2 1/4 inches at the heel, the 712 G3 comes to cheek fast. Its 7mm ventilated rib instantly aligns the eye to target. 

A stock-to-receiver shim system allows left-handed shooters to change cast to allow their left eye to align perfectly with the rib.

For the second year, the NWTF Oklahoma State Chapter is supporting a five-year wild turkey research project conducted by Oklahoma State University and the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.

Turkeys were nearly eliminated from most of Oklahoma by the late 1930s. Like many states, successful trap and transplant programs conducted by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, NWTF and other partners resulted in a huntable population, which is included in all 77 counties in the state.

Despite the remarkable comeback of our favorite game bird in Oklahoma, poult production is down, indicating a lower-than-sustainable brood survival.

Brood survivals are an essential indicator of a balanced and sustainable wild turkey population. ODWC states that a poult-per-hen ratio of less than two illustrates a declining population.

An ongoing wild turkey research project is taking a comprehensive approach to understanding the decline and brood survival on a deeper level.

Holosun introduces its P.ID series of weaponlights which consists of four models, P.ID, P.ID HC, P.ID Plus, and P.ID Dual. Compact, lightweight, and ultra-durable, each P.ID model gives you the confidence to tackle any task in the dark. P.ID features include high candela white light, visible green laser, and IR laser depending on the model. Built for the rigors of professional use, P.ID is compatible with common duty holsters.

The Holosun P.ID series of weaponlights feature a CNC milled 7075 anodized aluminum housing that is IP68 waterproof and offers 2000g of shock resistance to provide maximum protection. P.ID weaponlights are compatible with 1913 Picatinny accessory rails and include interchangeable rail interface keys for optimized button positioning and compatibility with various firearm options. P.ID weaponlights offer a 60-minute runtime using the included 18350 flat-top battery that is both removable and rechargeable via the magnetic USB charging cable in the box. Both the P.ID Plus and P.ID Dual models feature independent white light and laser activation buttons and have programmable modes for function customization.

P.ID is a high power, compact white light featuring 1,000 lumen and 23,000 candela.

Shipping Now – MSRP: $135.28

P.ID HC is a high candela, compact white light featuring 42,000 candela and 800 lumens.

The new TrueTimber Pulse Axebutté Soft Shell Jacket and Pant series delivers serious performance in one of their most popular and versatile offerings to date. The Axebutté set was designed for hunters on the move. Lightweight enough for mid-season stalks, but hardcore enough to act as the perfect outer shell in the late season cold and wind, hunters will find this to be a go-to apparel system throughout the duration of the season.

“TrueTimber fans remember when we first came out with the Pulse Soft Shell a few years ago, and many of them are still wearing that gear into the woods today,” said TrueTimber CEO Rusty Sellars. “We took what was one of our most popular options and made it even better. With advancements in our technology and manufacturing capabilities, we took something that was already performing at the highest level and took it up a notch. Coast to coast, hunters will have a serious advantage wearing this set.”

A DWR finish and breathable outer shell blocks out wind and water, but promotes continuous airflow to keep body temperature regulated throughout the course of a hunt. The honeycomb fleece backing assists with this process and acts as an added layer of protection from the elements. The 4-way stretch fabric is remarkably flexible, allowing hunters to move around and cross obstacles with ease, as well as remain quiet and comfortable in the woods. This series is great on its own for fair weather conditions, and very effective as a tough outer shell for when mother nature is less forgiving.

Pulse Axebutté Soft Shell Jacket

Pulse Axebutté Soft Shell Pants

BONNER, Mont. – BruTrek, the maker of innovative, durable coffee gear and drinkware for outdoor adventures, has released new Can Coldies to keep canned beverages at their coldest. Can Coldies feature stainless steel construction and double-wall insulation to keep beverages cold, whether at home after work, at a tailgate party or around a campfire. Available in three sizes for 12- to 16-ounce cans, they’re ideal for beer, soda, seltzer, cold brew, tea and more. BruTrek Can Coldies are available for $26 to $30 at  http://brutrek.com/.

“Ditch your old foam coozies for our new Can Coldies,” said Jess Nepstad, CEO of Planetary Design, LLC, parent company of the BruTrek brand. “With double-wall insulation, they’ll keep your favorite beverage ice cold, be it beer, soda, seltzer or something else. And because they’re made of stainless steel and have a rubber base, they’ll stand up to any bumping around, inside or out.”

Can Coldies feature stainless steel construction with a textured finish in Obsidian, Red Rock and Snowflake colors, double-wall insulation and a rubber-padded base that won’t slip. They’re available in three sizes for standard 12- and 16-ounce cans and 12-ounce slim cans, and fit in cup holders.

In an effort to promote sustainability and reduce the waste of single-use plastic bags, Can Coldies come packed in biodegradable bags.

BruTrek Can Coldies are available at https://planetarydesign.com/product/new-can-coldies/ for an MSRP of $26 for the 12-ounce standard and slim sizes and $30 for the 16-ounce standard size.

While polymer striker-fired pistols revolutionized the defensive and competition shooting world, there is always room for improvement. Glock – one of the most recognized firearm brand names in the world – has long been the standard for striker-fired pistols. They continue to expand their offerings with new generations of firearms. However, one area with room for improvement on Glock firearms is the cavity in the grip.

Many companies have produced grip plugs for a variety of reasons. One of the first reasons is to keep dirt and debris out of the cavity in the handle. Another reason is that it’s wasted space and can offer a bit of counterbalance to assist in straight and effective shooting or storage. Lastly, many offer an intricate design to assist the feeding of a magazine into the mag well.

C&H Precision aims to solve all three potential uses with their Speed Feed. Made from polymer, aluminum, or brass, the Speed Feed offers exceptional quality. The optimized feed ramp angle for reduced ‘speed reloads’ is built into each model. For law enforcement, competition shooters and EDC users, C&H Precision also offers a polymer Speed Feed that doubles as a backup battery storage compartment. It can hold a battery as large as CR2032 or as small as CR1225; it can supplement power for most pistol optics.

For Law Enforcement and Competition Shooters, the increased weight in a grip can mitigate some recoil. The brass Speed Feed is Precision CNC Machined and weighs 1.8 oz – for G19 – or 2.6 oz – for G17 frames. If a little less weight is required, the Aluminum model is also available.

Currently, Speed Feed is exclusively available for Gen5 G19 or G17-sized frames. To learn more about Speed Feed, please visit: 
https://chpws.com/product/speed-feed-edc-polymer-backup-backup-battery-compartment-preorder/

Exclusive offers available online

Through a partnership with Worldwide Trophy Adventures (WTA), a long-time outfitter for hunters and anglers around the globe, Ducks Unlimited (DU) now offers exclusive excursions to its members and supporters, and a portion of every trip sold goes to DU’s wetlands and waterfowl conservation mission.

Unlike the thousands of trips auctioned at DU fundraising events, the new DU Approved Outfitter Program feature is available for anyone to book online at www.ducks.org/trips. Exclusive WTA trip packages are only available through this site and WTA will add new trip packages as other selections sell out.

“DU is very excited about this new partnership,” said DU Chief Event Fundraising Officer David Schuessler. “Given the scope and exclusive nature of the trips, we believe the online platform is a great opportunity for our supporters to study their options when booking a trip of a lifetime.”

Initial offerings include Saskatchewan duck and goose hunts, Louisiana redfish angling and duck hunting, Greenland King eider hunts, Mexico ocellated turkey hunts and Oklahoma waterfowl hunts.

The performance of your rifle is vital to getting the most out of your hunt – after all, you don’t want your trusty firearm to let you down when the big moment comes, and the prey is in your sights. Any failure here can lead to a disappointing hunt or even a dangerous situation if the prey decides to turn on you.

Fortunately, there are a few things that you can do to make sure that your rifle is always performing at its best. By following these simple tips, you can rest assured that your firearm will be ready when you need it most.

Read on and learn more about how you can make your rifle perform better than ever!

Mount a Scope

One of the best ways to improve your rifle’s performance is to equip it with a scope. You don’t want to rely on your iron sights alone, as they can be difficult to use in long-range situations.

A scope will give you a clear view of your target and make it easier to take a precise shot at medium to long distances. If you are planning to chase the game at night and have the budget for it, consider getting a night vision scope to improve performance in low-light conditions.

Salt Lake City, Utah – When 5MM AXIS came on the scene it revolutionized hunting arrows. The small shaft innovation offered better accuracy and mitigated friction to retain velocity and add penetration.  Now the concept has gone forward to the next level with the introduction of the new 4MM AXIS Long Range. 

The Long Rang AXIS will offer bowhunters even more of what they want in a micro diameter arrow.  4mm AXIS uses a lighter weight carbon for more speed to the target in order to drive broadheads deeper upon impact. “Additionally, it adds penetration as the shaft passes through with less friction behind the broadhead channel” said Gary Cornum, Easton Director of Marketing. “Millions of successful hunts testify to the awesome effectiveness of a simple concept that equates to more downed big game—it’s like getting magnum ammunition made for a bow.”

Made in Easton’s Utah factory, the AXIS Long Range is engineered with specialized carbon-fiber to increase arrow velocity.  Easton 4mm nocks and front-of-center boosting 8-32 half-outs are included to help tighten arrow grouping.  4MM AXIS Long Range is available in four sizes, 250, 300, 340, and 400 in both standard straightness and in the ultra-precise ±.001 Match Grade. 

For more information on Easton 4MM AXIS arrows, see your local archery pro shop or visit  www.eastonarchery.com

Year after year, the early-season hunting days can’t seem to get here soon enough, but just because it’s hunting season doesn’t mean the weather will cool off. For many hunters who take advantage of early season hunting opportunities, summer seems to keep a firm grip going into fall, and warm afternoons are the norm. 

Warmer hunting weather offers both challenges and advantages. Getting out in the early season offers hunters longer daylight hours and more opportunity at the past times we all love. Early season hunts with mild or warm weather are a great opportunity to introduce new hunters to the lifestyle. Warmer weather hunts can provide more mixed-bag opportunities combined with angling and fishing.

However, those same warm days pose plenty of issues regarding sweating and overheating during a hunt. Warm weather hunts can seem like more of a challenge to dress and gear up for, considering most hunting clothing is designed for cooler weather. 

The hunters at Nomad recognized the need for a line of warm weather, early season and clothing designed to get hunters in the game. Constructed of moisture-wicking, quick-dry fabric and designed for freedom of movement, the Stretch-Lite lineup from Nomad is the perfect solution for those early-season hunts. 

Nomad Stretch-Lite Shirt Long Sleeve –

Viridian Weapon Technologies continues to focus on key accounts and expanding distribution with its attendance at The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) Annual Meeting and Expo in Kansas City, MO. From October 26th to October 28th, 2022, Viridian will showcase a variety of recently introduced and completely new products to a variety of wholesalers at booth #1427.  

NASGW has been shaping the shooting sports industry for nearly 70 years. Presenting an unbeatable event, the annual meeting and exposition connects brands to buyers all while providing manufacturers, wholesalers and industry professionals with a crucial opportunity to see a wide range of products first-hand.

Viridian will have its full lineup on display, including several popular and versatile products introduced in 2022. RFX green dot sights have been a big seller this year, capitalizing on the fact that human eyes just see green better than the traditional red color used in so many optics.

With M-LOK mounting, grip ‘n rip activation, high-strength polymer housing and much more, the just-announced 4LUX CQ Griplight is sure to be a ground-breaking addition to the tactical world. The ergonomic forward grip design provides an advantage like no other. The 4LUX is engineered for AR-15, AK-47, tactical shotguns or any firearm featuring a M-LOK handguard.

Viridian’s optics bring light-weight, green dot-powered reflex sights designed to fit multiple mounting footprints, hold up to the toughest conditions and provide 30,000+ hours of battery life. These optics are perfect for competitive and everyday shooters.

Enjoy a celebratory tipple or commiserate the ones that got away with London gunmaker John Rigby & Co.’s new Leather Hip Flask, made by Els & Co. Fine Leather Craftsman, South Africa.

The perfect accompaniment for any shoot day or hunt, this solid brass hip flask holds up to 135ml of your tipple of choice and comes housed in a handcrafted and hand-stitched top-grain leather holster, which adds charming patina with age. 

The front of the leather holster is embossed with the Rigby ‘double R’ logo and can be conveniently clipped on and off your belt for easy access. 

£300, plus P&P

For more information, visit: www.johnrigbyandco.com.

Technaxx, a German consumer electronics manufacturer known for offering affordable products such as car accessories, audio products, video surveillance equipment, smart fitness trackers, smartphone and tablet accessories, today announced TX-165 – a full HD bird cam. The short lens focus and the large viewing angle of the device allow users to take high-grade observation videos and images of birds and small animals. The bird cam has a fast trigger time and can record slow-motion videos. The TX-165 is meant to be used outdoors but could also be mounted indoors in a house or a shed. The observation device is capable of recording both day and night.  

The TX-165 was designed with wildlife enthusiasts in mind. Nature lovers can use the device to feed birds and other small animals as it comes with a stylish bird food container and a water basin. The bird food container can store over 5 oz of bird food. The food and drink containers can easily be detached from the camera and are made of plastic that is easy to wash. The bird cam also comes with a built-in microphone and speaker, and it is IP56-certified so it can easily handle dust and heavy water splash.

The new device by Technaxx provides a non-complicated way to attract new birds into your backyard and capture memories of those little creatures. Users can then download the content from the SD card onto a computer and share the captured content with friends and family on social media. Even though the bird cam does not have integrated internal memory, the device can take SD cards of any size up to 512MB. The new bird cam does not require internet to be operated. It could be used in remote locations, making it a perfect fit for capturing images at mountain cabins and desert gateways. The device is easy to set up and does not require a mobile app to be operated.

The new dark green-colored offering by Technaxx can record Full HD 1080p video, and can be adjusted to take pictures or create videos only when a movement is detected. The sophisticated PIR sensor supporting this function is built into the TX-165 camera and has an approximate reach of 8”. The nighttime recordings reach even further thanks to the higher nighttime IR range – approximately 20”. The nature cam has a triggering time of only 0.3 sec. The camera runs on four AA batteries.

“After the success of the multiple trail cams in our product portfolio, we realized that there is an immense need for a camera capable of recording smaller birds from a short distance,” said Pascal Pekcan, CEO of Technaxx. “We developed the TX-165 with bird lovers in mind! The competitively priced TX-165 is here to replace the boring bird feeder in your backyard with a new high-tech device that allows you to enjoy the wildlife when you see it in real-time and also capture those precious creature visits.”

Join us for the 33rd Biannual Pope and Young Convention

Pope and Young, America’s leading bowhunting conservation organization, is excited to announce that registration for their 33rd Biennial Convention is officially open, and spots are already starting to fill up. The event is set to take place April 12-15, 2023 in Reno, NV at the Nugget Casino and Resort.

If you register for a Full Convention Package by October 31st, you will receive $100 in raffle tickets. If you’re not a member, you are in luck. Select Full Convention Registration – Non-Member and receive a complimentary 1-year membership in addition to your $100 raffle tickets. 

With an incredible vendor space to spend time in, a large selection of world class outfitters to visit with, an amazing lineup of speakers to learn from, shooting lanes, virtual shooting, contests, raffles, silent auctions, live hunt auctions, and much more; there is something for the entire family. Enjoy the day attending seminars, exploring Reno with off-site tours, chatting with vendors/outfitter and testing the latest and greatest the archery industry has to offer. In the evening, the dinners bring us all together as bowhunters, united under one roof, for a common cause: Preserving, Promoting, and Protecting our passion for bowhunting.

The Pope and Young Convention is open to anyone and everyone. You do not have to be a member of Pope and Young to attend. You do not have to have any animals in the books to attend. You do not have to be a bowhunter exclusively. The Pope and Young Convention is a place for all bowhunters. 

Most workers may have a pen or two in their pocket, whether working in an office or on a construction site. Writing on a piece of paper in a relatively uneventful, uninterrupted environment is easy, and any regular pen would be enough. However, anyone with a more physically involved profession wants something superior that can write well only under harsh conditions. In response to this need for working professionals, Fisher Space Pen® presents the Cap-O-Matic Pen, the workhorse of pens for the workforce.

The Cap-O-Matic Space pen has been widely used and loved by those whose work requires much more resilience and durability from their pen, namely construction workers, production crews, timbermen, first responders, medical professionals, military, firefighters, law enforcement and more. The Cap-O-Matic’s cap activation feature makes it effortless and exceptionally convenient to utilize it with a single hand while engaging in hands-on, fast-paced, time-sensitive projects. The matte black powder coating adds durability and a modest but attractive character to this popular pen.

Equipped with the Fisher Pressurized PR4 cartridge, the Cap-O-Matic also boasts extraordinary writability. This Fisher classic can write anywhere and under any circumstance, even in zero gravity. The users never need to worry about holding it from a proper angle because it does not matter to the Cap-O-Matic; it writes at all angles, including upside down. In addition, the pen writes not only underwater or through a layer of grease but also at extreme temperatures ranging from 30 below zero to 250 degrees F. Even if it starts raining in the middle of working outside, the Cap-O-Matic’s dependability shines through thanks to its near-zero failure rate. At a retail price of $24.50, The Cap-O-Matic offers a superb yet affordable companion for hardworking men and women in any trade!

M4B Cap-O-Matic Features

M4B Cap-O-Matic Specs

Connecting your leader to your fly line using a conventional knot can result in a bulky knot that can scare fish away when it splashes the water,or gets tangled in the rod’s guides at the absolute wrong time. The solution is simple: Al’s Fly Line Eyelets.

This simple no-knot eyelet removes the need to use a connection knot. Al’s Fly Line Eyelets are easy to use and provide a secure hold, making rigging your fly line a simple process for just about anyone. You simply insert the product into the core of your fly line – it only takes a few seconds — and it then provides a tight-holding loop for attaching your leader. It’s secure, and will not affect the presentation of your fly.

Al’s Fly Line Eyelets come in economical 15 packs, in two sizes – Small, for 3, 4, and 5 weight fly lines, and Large, for 6, 7, 8, 9 weight fly lines. Suggested retail price is $4.99 per pack. For more information or to order, visit https://www.alsgoldfish.com/Fly-Line-Eyelets-p/fls.htm. Or visit  https://www.alsgoldfish.com/ for more information on the company’s complete lineup of award-winning lures and accessories.

About Al’s Goldfish Lure Company
The company was launched in 1952 with a single pioneering spoon lure, known as Stuart’s Goldfish, named after founder Al Stuart. The company’s flagship lure was renamed Al’s Goldfish in 1954, and by 1973 the popularity of the Goldfish lure soared to nearly one million lures sold in a year. Along the way, other popular lures, such as the Forty-Niner and Helgy, and hook bonnet lure accessories were added to the company’s list of American-made products. In 2015 the line was expanded to include the Saltwater Goldfish series. In 2022, present owners Jeff and Mandy DeBuigne are celebrating the 70 year anniversary of the Goldfish lure. For more information on Al’s Goldfish Lure Company visit www.alsgoldfish.com.

C&H Precision Weapons releases a new mount for Holosun optics. Holosun’s 509 ACSS Vulcan is a collaboration with Primary Arms and utilizes a unique chevron reticle reflex sight with a full enclosure. C&H has made mounting a breeze with plates customized explicitly for this optic.

Many shooters and gun owners who purchased or built their handgun from the ground up use the tried and true three dot iron sight arrangement. Many of us spend plenty of time at the range to achieve better shot placement. While three dot iron sights are pretty good, the Holosun HE509 Powered Red Dot sight with ACSS Vulcan reticle is almost guaranteed to help you improve your accuracy.

Mounting a pistol optic doesn’t just help improve a pistol’s usability, but it also allows a user to feature great optics with a new design on the pistol of their choice. These optics increase the user’s ability to procure a target, aim safely and offer a quicker rate of controlled fire.

Both Holosun and C&H Precision are excited about this joint effort to produce the most rugged, most durable, and most widely used mounting plates for the 509 ACSS. 

The new ACSS Vulcan plates are designed, manufactured and shipped from Coastal Georgia. Each plate is precision machined to the tightest tolerances on HAAS CNC machines, and each plate goes through multiple quality checks before shipping to our customers. Please contact C&H Precision Weapons for information on the agency/department discount program. 

Shooting Sports Retailer & Tactical Retailer Name Bushnell Best Laser Rangefinder Brand

Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, has been named the winner of two Readers’ Choice Gold Awards for Best Laser Rangefinders by the readers of Shooting Sports Retailer and Tactical Retailer magazines.

Shooting Sports Retailer and Tactical Retailer are two of the longest-standing B2B brands in the shooting sports retail market, and together are considered by many to be the “voice of the independent retailer.” The annual Gold Choice Awards were developed to give the publication’s knowledgeable and experienced readers a chance to share what brands they believe are leading the industry.

“The Bushnell brand is no secret to anyone in the highly competitive optics market and sweeping top honors in the rangefinder category for both the Shooting Sports Retailer and Tactical Retailer Choice Award brands elevates Bushnell to a new level. Congratulations are in order,” said Derrick Nawrocki, President of Grand View Outdoors, the publisher of both magazines.

Bushnell was the first company to introduce the handheld laser rangefinder 25 years ago, and since then has continued to push the category with new innovations. Earlier this year, Bushnell released the Broadhead Laser Rangefinder, which has been meticulously engineered for industry-leading precision. With its ability to provide and +/- 0.3-yard accuracy out to 150 yards on any target, the Broadhead Laser Rangefinder has set a new standard for bowhunters and archery competitors.