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WildEar® by CavCom, Inc. announces the all new FieldEarz electronic earplug. The completely updated FieldEarz incorporates the latest audio signal processing and design technologies to deliver best-in-class performance, comfort, and sound quality. FieldEarz integrates effective and seamless impulse and continuous noise reduction along with the latest compression architecture for processing speech and environmental sounds. New voice alerts, improved wind reduction, adaptive feedback cancellation, adjustable volume control, and five selectable listening programs provide unparalleled usability and performance.

This in-the-ear protection system is much less bulky and invasive than a muff-style product for hunters, and nothing beats a custom-fit earpiece for maximum protection and performance like WildEar FieldEarz. Each set is custom manufactured using digital technology to ensure all-day comfort and superior fit.

Each package includes FieldEarz earpieces with batteries, a handy lanyard, watertight plastic storage case, cleaning tool, and wax guards. Each earpiece has independent volume and program controls. Battery life is over 100 hours. Three color options are available – black, pink and red/blue. FieldEarz is available at select retailers nationwide and conveniently online https://www.wildear.com/ for an introductory retail price of $995.

More information on FieldEarz, as well as the entire line of WildEar products, is available at https://www.wildear.com/ or by calling 855-494-WILD(9453).

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New Solar Cellular Trail Camera Offers Increased Battery Life for All-Season Scouting

Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, announces the new CelluCORE 20 Solar Cellular Trail Camera (with Dual Sim technology) is available at retail and ready for action as the rut starts to heat up.

The CelluCORE 20 Solar combines the reliability and image quality of the CelluCORE 20 with an integrated solar panel to dramatically increase battery life. The solar panel is also removable and adjustable, so you never need to sacrifice optimal positioning of the camera or panel. This camera includes a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and can maintain a full charge for up to 70 images per day with four to six hours of direct sunlight.

“We’re always looking for ways to help hunters get more use from their cameras without having to disturb hunting spots,” said Jason Harris, director of marketing and product management at Primos Hunting. “Integrating a solar panel is a simple, effective way to extend overall battery life allowing owners to get more time from their cameras all season long.”

The Dual-Sim configuration of the CelluCORE 20 Solar takes the guesswork out of determining which carries has the best signal in your area. The Dual-Sim setup allows the camera to automatically connect to AT&T or Verizon, which ever carries has the strongest signal in your location. High output IR LEDs on the camera offer best-in-class night range and its sub-1 second trigger speed means no animals will make it by unseen.  The CelluCORE 20 Solar provides crystal clear 20 MP images and comes standard with a removable battery tray for ease of use.

Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) and “Hunting Matters” welcomes Beretta’s Dakotah Richardson.

Dakotah is a sales professional who leads business development for the Beretta Gallery in Dallas, Texas. He is also a member of the Beretta Pro Staff. Dakotah is a former United States Olympic resident shotgun athlete, competing for Team USA Shooting, and a member of the 2013 World Cup Acapulco Team. He specializes in high value transactions and planning and executing hunting excursions for corporate leaders. He began his career with Beretta in 2015 and represents all 36 Beretta brands, with a focus on specialty sporting firearms. 

About Hunting Matters
Tune in to “Hunting Matters” with Houston Safari Club Foundation Executive Director Joe Betar as he engages in conversations with guests, from various backgrounds, who have a passion for hunting and conservation. Great discussions, news, hunting legislation updates and more! “Hunting Matters” airs each Saturday, 6am-7am CDT on KPRC AM 950 – Real Texas, Real Talk, a Houston iHeartMedia station, and Houston’s longest running radio station. “Hunting Matters” is also available via podcast on Apple/iTunes, iHeartMedia, Google, Overcast, PodBean and Spreaker. Subscribe, listen, rate and review. Hunting Matters is a 2022 Gold AVA Digital Award and 2022 NYX/Marcom Silver Award Winner.

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 646 scholarships totaling $2.92 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.

Registration is now open for the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) Three-Position Air Rifle Postal Championship. The annual, national-level competition is designed for junior athletes involved in 4-H, Scouts, American Legion, Club or JROTC sporter and precision air rifle programs.

Firing in the CMP’s Postal Championships not only promotes growth and experience in competition at a national level but also allows the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals on the range.

Participating athletes may choose to fire in the CMP Postal Championship and/or their local CMP State Championship. During the Postal match, competitors receive targets by mail to record shots at their home ranges in each of the three positions: prone, standing and kneeling. Targets are then submitted back to CMP Headquarters for official scoring by staff members. State Championships are conducted by CMP State Directors or specially appointed Match Directors. Athletes are encouraged to compete in both the postal and state matches.

This year’s Postal Competition will run through Feb. 15, 2023.State CMP Championships are open through Feb. 1, 2023.

Top scoring athletes will move on to the Regional Championships in Ohio, Alabama or Utah in April, with the culminating 2023 National Championships set to be held at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center at Camp Perry, Ohio, June 22-24 (sporter), and July 10-12 (precision).

The No. 3 Huk RCR Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 heads into the Dixie Vodka on October 23. Austin Dillon will pilot the famed No. 3 car at one of the most competitive races of the season, showcasing the all-new “Miami Nights” paint scheme. Homestead is a critical playoff race and is sure to be competitive as the top drivers compete for the Series Champion title. 

Sporting an entirely new look, the Camaro will feature a Huk exclusive pattern that reflects the vivid colors of the art deco scene of nearby Miami. The #3 Huk car joins in celebrating that look and everything people love about South Florida by combining the colors of Homestead, the neon lights of Miami, with Huk’s favorite game fish swimming just off the coast. This car is sure to stand out from the crowd on race day. The paint scheme for Homestead incorporates Huk’s current Palm Slam pattern and has already been nicknamed “Miami Nights” by the Richard Childress racing crew.

“Getting a sneak peek of the Miami Nights car makes me even more excited to get to Homestead, everything Miami embodies is portrayed in this design, and it’s one that will stand out,” said Dillon. “My team has put a ton of effort into getting the Miami Nights car ready for Homestead, and I’ve been spending a lot of time preparing for the race in our simulator, watching race footage, and strategizing with my team. I’m excited to have the opportunity to go out and try and get a win for everyone at Huk.”

At Huk, the state of Florida is home to employees, families, and fisheries they cherish. From October 18-23, Huk will contribute 10% of all sales from hukgear.com to help to fund Florida relief efforts. Based in Charleston, SC, Huk knows the effects a hurricane can have on a community, and together we can help Florida recover faster and stronger than ever.

Watch for the Dixie Vodka 400 coming at you live on Sunday afternoon, October 23, 2022, on NBC beginning at 2:30 PM EST.

Legacy outdoor lifestyle and security brands reinvent top-rated lock box and adjustable cable lock solutions to better meet the needs of today’s outdoor enthusiast

WEST POINT, MS & MILWAUKEE, WI – Over the last few years, people have been spending more time outside and discovering new interests, contributing to the rising popularity of outdoor recreational activities like hunting, fishing and hiking. However, as these passions become more widespread, there is an increased need for trusted outdoor security measures. To help hunters, anglers and land managers alike safeguard their equipment this Fall, Mossy Oak teamed up with leading padlock security and safety brand, Master Lock, to introduce a line of new camouflage security solutions to meet the needs of modern outdoor enthusiasts.

Available to purchase exclusively online at Lowes.com and in Lowe’s retail stores across the country, the new collection features Master Lock’s 5400D Portable Lock Box and 8418 Python Adjustable Locking Cable solutions. Both products are now outfitted in two of Mossy Oak’s iconic camouflage designs for ultimate end user versatility, including the Country DNA pattern for concealment and the Blaze pattern for visibility. 

As two leading brands within their respective industries who share a dedication to innovation, the partnership allows Mossy Oak and Master Lock to not only support consumers’ interests, but also help solve the unique challenges outdoor enthusiasts face when pursuing their passions. 

“For more than 100 years, Master Lock has provided peace of mind where people live, work and play – which for many, means getting out and enjoying the great outdoors,” said Steve Sharp, Vice President of Product at The Master Lock Company. “Mossy Oak has a longstanding commitment to serving hunting, fishing and outdoor enthusiasts, and we look forward to equipping them with trusted camouflaged security heading into peak hunting season this fall.” 

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) would like to welcome new Rhode Island State Director, COL David Wood.

The CMP appoints State Directors to oversee marksmanship programs in each of the 50 states. The mission of the State Directors is to provide leadership, resource and program information, coordination, networking, motivation and publicity for junior shooting within his or her state.

A high school English teacher hailing from Charlestown, R.I., Wood began with Basic Rifle Marksmanship in 1986 before beginning a 36-year military career in the Army Reserve (serving on three deployments). In 2019, he became an assistant coach for a junior rifle team and started competing in smallbore rifle in 2021 as well as highpower rifle in 2022. He’s an NRA Level 1 Rifle Coach in smallbore and air rifle and a certified NRA Rifle Instructor and Range Safety Officer.

In his personal life, Wood is married with three children – the oldest a junior smallbore and air rifle athlete. He’s also an amateur woodworker and avid golfer.

“I hope to encourage every rifle and pistol club in Rhode Island to belong to CMP – to start, restart or continue their junior rifle and pistol programs and to participate in adult/senior rifle and pistol competitions,” he said. “I also hope to reach out to 4-H clubs, public and private schools, colleges and ROTC/JROTC organizations to consider team shooting sports.”

Viridian® Weapon Technologies has done it again with their exciting launch of the 4LUX CQ Grip Light. Following their introduction of the world’s first AR laser hand stop, this dual-purpose grip light is a state-of-the-art product that gives shooters an unmatched tactical advantage. The 4LUX is also proudly Made in the USA.

“We’re extremely proud to introduce this brand-new product to Viridian fans, firearm enthusiasts and shooters of all kinds,” said Viridian President and CEO Brian Hedeen. “We’re dedicated to helping shooters optimize their performance and gain precise control of their firearm, and it’s no secret that the 4LUX gets the job done.”

With M-LOK mounting, grip ‘n rip activation, high-strength polymer housing and much more, the 4LUX 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.

In addition to an ergonomic design, robust build and its versatile use in the field, the light on the 4LUX CQ brings several other benefits. The angle and projection are ideal for close quarters situations and the 400 lumen output means improved visibility in the dark or low-light conditions. Finally—it is designed to be used in real tactical situations and the battery life and run time reflect specific consideration.

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America’s most hunted game bird, the dove, makes its way southward as the long hot summer days begin to wane. Dove season celebrates the promise of autumn and fall’s bounty. For many hunters, dove season brings the fellowship of shared stubble fields, partners sitting on buckets overlooking fields of sunflower, and the season’s first dog work.

While finding a shady spot on a cut field’s edge or tucking away behind sunflower stalks may seem like one of the simplest forms of hunting, dove season brings a few challenges: proper hunting clothing can help. Beating the heat with quick drying material and choosing garments that move and flex helps hunters stay comfortable in the field and be more successful.

A simple camouflage pattern with mixed drab greens & browns like Mossy Oak’s Migrate or Shadow Leaf is extremely effective at keeping hunters hidden from incoming doves. Implementing a successful camo pattern onto comfortable, quick-drying fabrics is the ultimate goal for dove hunting this fall.

September’s warm days and sometimes sweltering humidity can put the heat to dove season. The folks at Nomad understand the importance of staying comfortable and beating the heat when it comes to warm weather hunting; their lineup of warm weather camo shirts will have you covered this fall and pull double duty next spring.

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NOAA is announcing $18.9 million in funding for harmful algal bloom (HAB) research projects and monitoring activities throughout U.S. coastal and Great Lakes waters. 

HABs can produce toxins or cause other harmful effects that can damage ecosystems, disrupt our seafood supply, impact economies and threaten human health. Marine and fresh waters of the U.S. are increasingly impacted by HABs, with blooms reported in every state. They cost the U.S. economy millions of dollars each year, and costs from a single major HAB event can reach tens of millions of dollars. 

Investments in these projects represent a coordinated effort between NOAA’s National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) and the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) Office within NOAA’s National Ocean Service to advance our nation’s ability to observe, monitor, forecast and manage blooms. NOAA’s Ocean Acidification Program (OAP), under NOAA’s Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, has also partnered with NCCOS to advance understanding of interactions between acidification and HABs in coastal waters and the Great Lakes.

NCCOS has allocated $16.1 million to fund harmful algal bloom research in fiscal year 2022, including $3.3 million for six new research awards, $10.4 million for 23 continuing awards and $2.4 million for two Community-Directed Spending projects. Four of the new competitive research awards are funded in partnership with NOAA’s OAP. Funded projects will determine interactions between HABs and ocean acidification; establish a U.S. Harmful Algal Bloom Control Technology Incubator; enhance detection of toxins and improve forecasts; and investigate the social and economic impacts of harmful algae. 

“Harmful algal blooms and ocean acidification are two issues that impact coastal resources and we need to understand how they interact,” said David Kidwell, director of NOAA’s NCCOS Competitive Research Program. “In addition to better detection methods, we want to continue the development of technologies for controlling HABs, and enhance and improve our forecasting and monitoring abilities. These grants will help with those goals.” 

Transporting dogs safely to pheasant country while supporting habitat conservation work

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are thrilled to announce Ruff Land Kennels as a renewing national sponsor and the official kennel of The Habitat Organization for a sixth consecutive year. The partnership provides Ruff Land Kennels a wide array of marketing assets to reach dog-owning members of the nation’s leading upland charities, while delivering direct financial support for the creation of grasslands where bird dogs love to roam.

“Ruff Land Kennels have been such a wonderful partner over the years, and we’re excited to continue that relationship,” said Chris Kalis, Pheasants Forever’s director of corporate partnerships. “The Ruff Land name is so connected with Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever, and we’re very proud of that connection. Their products are made by bird hunters, for bird hunters — and when it comes to protecting our four-legged family members while supporting quality grassland habitat, Ruff Land is the only kennel you’ll ever need.”

Ruff Land Kennels are built tough for extreme performance and safety. Each dog crate features one-piece, roto-molded construction from UV-stabilized polyethylene. No assembly is needed, and no bolt-through ledge can be found, saving up to three inches of side space over conventional models. It also makes for a much stronger kennel.  In 2022, Ruff Land released their Gen II kennel, featuring a more uniformed fit and finish, recessed carry handles for all models, an expanded variety of accessories as well as a new standard color, “Millstone.”

“Being from the pheasant capital of South Dakota, everyone here at Ruff Land certainly appreciates what Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever stand for. So many of our customers are pheasant and quail hunters who rely on quality upland habitat. We are proud to be a national sponsor of both Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever for the sixth year running and commend the organization for all they do,” stated Ruff Land Kennels owners.

Camofire.com RELOADED with Hunting Deals

RELOADED now offers visitors Hunting Deals So Big They Should Be Illegal the option of reloading with up to 5 different deals, usually from 40-70% off of retail prices. Look for great Camofire deals.

“Camofire RELOADED is the biggest change to the way we operate since we started in 2006,” says Kendall Card, co-founder of Camofire.com and its sister hunting website SOLID. HUNTING. GEAR. From BlackOvis.com – Shop Now! “Instead of one deal, our customers can now choose from a variety of products all at the same great prices we offered before.”

As hunters across the country gear up for scouting, archery, and other hunting seasons coming up this fall, shoppers will flock to internet retailers to purchase the camo, optics, boots, knives, backpacks, archery and shooting accessories, and other supplies they need to make their hunts successful. Mr. Card says out site stands well-prepared to serve those hunting for the best price on gear. “They need it, and we’ve got the best gear at the best prices.”

Camofire.com and its sister site, BlackOvis.com, are retailers of a variety of hunting-related equipment, operating out of their storefront and warehouse located in Draper, Utah.

What is Camofire.com?

Camofire is a website and team that is dedicated to bringing their customers and followers back to back deals on hunting and outdoor products with prices that are below retail price.  The team at Camofire works to get the best deals and the gear from the best brands that hunters and outdoor enthusiasts want to buy at insane prices.  Camofire only offers small selections of deeply discounted hunting deals at a time with a limited time to “Pull the Trigger”.  Customers can contact Camofire if they have a brand that they want to see on the website and the team will work hard to find deals from those brands.  This is a company that is dedicated to it’s customers.

The Edge Experts Bring Unmatched Expertise to World’s Largest Crappie Show

Fall is the perfect time to chase America’s favorite panfish – the crappie – and there is no better place to enjoy the excitement and fun of crappie fishing than Crappie Expo 2022. Now in its fourth year, Crappie Expo is the largest crappie-focused show on the planet, bringing anglers, dealers, and manufacturers together to experience everything that crappie fishing offers. Knives, tools, and accessories from Smith’s Consumer Products – the Edge Experts since 1886 – are designed with crappie anglers in mind, and you can see all of Smith’s offerings for crappie fishing at Crappie Expo 2022. Designed in collaboration with “Mr. Crappie” Wally Marshall, each crappie-focused product from Smith’s make crappie adventures more successful, and crappie feasts more memorable. 

Smith’s Mr. Crappie Chiller Insulated 30-inch Bait and Fish Kill Bag includes thoughtful design insights from Wally Marshall to address the needs of crappie and panfish anglers. Built for long-term performance, this insulated bag is constructed from heavy-duty, washable, marine-grade tarpaulin inside and out, enclosing a half-inch of dense, closed-cell insulation that keeps the cold in and the heat out. A non-corrosive zipper and pulls promote durability and long life, while an integrated drain port keeps crappies fresh and ready for action at the cleaning table. An adjustable, padded shoulder strap makes loading and carrying your catch or bait a breeze. A universal aerator mounting loop and a leak-resistant hose port ensure that live bait remains cool and well-oxygenated. With a capacity of 35 quarts, this insulated bag measures 30 inches by 15 inches with an 8-inch, gusseted, sit-flat bottom to keep it upright in the boat or the truck. 

Smith’s Consumer Products leveraged Wally Marshall’s expertise to develop  Smith’s Mr. Crappie Slab Slanger Cut-Resistant Gloves: your newest ally at the cleaning table. These innovative non-slip gloves are manufactured from food-grade high-performance polyethylene and are designed for safe fish handling and processing in any weather. Four times stronger than leather and providing Cut Level 5 protection for your hands, Smith’s Slab Slanger Cut-Resistant Gloves protect your hands from razor-sharp fillet knives and shrug off fish spines and fins, gill plates, and even the random swallowed hook that you may encounter at the cleaning table. These thoughtfully-designed gloves are also shrink-resistant, keeping them soft and flexible even after repeated washing. Moreover, Smith’s Slab Slanger glove material is manufactured for maximum breathability, so your hands stay cool and comfortable while transforming fresh fish into perfect fillets. 

Clean a mess of crappies fast with Smith’s Mr. Crappie 8 Inch Curved Super Flex Fillet Knife. This versatile fish processing tool features an eight-inch, razor-sharp, flexible and tapered blade, forged from 3Cr13 stainless steel – chosen specifically for its corrosion resistance, hardness, sharpness, and edge retention. An ergonomic, non-slip TPE soft-grip handle promotes safe and comfortable handling. Smith’s flexible fillet knife includes a breathable, protective sheath for longevity and a tether-ready lanyard hole in the handle for convenience. 

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is teaming up with the YMCA of Lincoln to expand archery offerings available to youth in Lincoln and Lancaster County.

Beginning with a winter clinic and extending into summer leagues, this partnership will assist Game and Parks in offering archery to every family in the community.

Game and Parks’ Nebraska Outdoor Education Center in Lincoln will host all YMCA archery activities, which begins with the winter clinic on five consecutive Sundays starting Nov. 13. Sessions will be offered at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.

This clinic will teach the fundamentals of archery and include fun competition. Equipment and instruction will be provided via the Outdoor Education Center with the YMCA’s administration. Learn more at  ymcalincoln.org/programs/sports/archery-clinic.

Game and Parks currently offers archery programs with its indoor and outdoor ranges at the Outdoor Education Center, located at 4703 N. 44th St. Learn more at calendar.outdoornebraska.gov; filter by “archery” tag or venue.  

CAMP PERRY, Ohio – On Friday, Oct. 7, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) hosted the Ottawa County Career Showcase – an event that uncovers professional opportunities throughout Ottawa County for freshman high school students planning their future careers.

Marking its eighth year at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center at Camp Perry, the Ottawa County Career Showcase welcomed all six school districts within Ottawa County. Overall, 500 freshman roamed the facility throughout the day, interacting with the interesting and informative business displays.

A total of 29 local businesses were represented at the event including the Allen-Clay Joint Fire District, Catawba Island Club, Davis Besse, Erie-Ottawa International Airport, Genoa Bank, Jet Express, Magruder Hospital, Materion, Northern Manufacturing, Ottawa County Department of Job & Family Services and the Soil & Water Conservation District.

“The Ottawa County Business Advisory Council (BAC) greatly appreciates the relationship we have with CMP,” said Jessica Grzechowiak, manager of communications & programs at the Ottawa County Improvement Corporation. “The location is perfect to house 500 students plus 80-100 business representatives and volunteers that assist with the event. It’s centrally located and works great for our schools and businesses.”

To date, the event has welcomed over 4,025 students and is held every year in conjunction with National Manufacturing Day, which is meant to show students, parents and the public what modern manufacturing is all about.

Tooth-tough DoormatadorZ baits outlast Alaskan halibut

“Everyone thinks halibut just sort of sit on the bottom like a doormat, sulking and waiting for a meal to swim along,” remarks Z-Man pro angler Miles “Sonar” Burghoff. “But when you watch ‘em on an underwater camera, you quickly discover these eccentric fish are anything but bottom feeders. In fact, they’re one of the coolest predators you’ll ever encounter—and if you want to experience an incredible halibut bite, amp up your approach with multifaceted ElaZtech® baits.”

Recently, during his eighteenth Alaskan fishing expedition—including many years as a fishing guide— the Tennessee based bass ace employed a rapid-fire halibut-catching program that tapped the species’ little-known affinity to hunt the open seas. 

“We put an underwater camera down there, and all we saw were halibut cruising around, actively swimming well above the ocean floor,” Burghoff recalled. “Made me realize these fish are much more of a predator than they are a sedentary bottom feeder. We catch ‘em all the time while trolling for salmon. I believe they’re sight feeders first, though they certainly rely on scent to find prey, as well. Heck, we’ve had big halibut swim up 100 feet just to strike a trolled lure.”

Drifting over deepwater halibut terrain, Burghoff noted that most anglers—including those in his own fishing party—typically deploy cut herring and squid. “But I think it’s way more fun—and efficient—to actively jig with a DoormatadorZ—a super soft and lively, yet exceptionally durable ElaZtech bait designed specifically for big halibut and flounder,” he believes. “The bait’s big chunky twister tail never stops pulsing, thumping; even a bit of tidal current can activate the bait’s tail, which also helps distribute its potent scent.”

A road repair project at Burchard Lake Wildlife Management Area in Pawnee County is scheduled to begin Oct. 17. Access to roads, the campground and boat ramp may be closed temporarily.

The north campground will be closed during this project, but the south campground will be accessible.

Users should know asphalt may be sitting on some of the roads on the WMA and they should be aware of construction traffic during this project. 

This project, which should last roughly 20 days, consists of improvements to the interior WMA road, WMA campground road and to a portion of 615 Avenue from Highway 4 to the WMA.

Burchard Lake is closed annually to all access Oct. 15 through Jan. 14, except walk-in access for bank fishing along the perimeter of the lake during open water and ice fishing when safe ice exists.

Work is set to begin the week of Oct. 17 on a project at Memphis Wildlife Management Area in Saunders County. Users of the area should know some activities may be interrupted during construction.

The dirt work will begin to prepare the site for construction of a new shop complex. This shop will serve as a field office for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s Wildlife Division. 

The WMA is located directly north of Memphis State Recreation Area. Construction will take place north of County Road D. Construction traffic will use County Road D and the SRA will not be affected.

Users are reminded target shooting is permanently prohibited on the area.

For more information, call 531-228-0096.

I first learned how to call elk in 2003, though I have never been very good at calling elk. I sound like a ratty young spike at best, but sometimes that really weak sounding satellite bull is a little more agonizing to a worked up bull than sounding like a big herd bull. I have had enough success with this method that I will probably keep it around for the time being. At the moment, I am much more interested in becoming a better turkey caller and duck caller than worrying about elk. The great news is that the Enchantress Elk Call from Slayer Game Calls is super easy to learn.

I have spent some serious time filming some of the best elk callers in the world. I love watching techniques in the field with guides. I have always been bothered that I could not do what they do; specifically I could not put a reed call into my mouth without an immediate gag reflex. I could never get past it. I made every attempt to overcome this including trimming and cutting down dozens of reeds to try and make them work always to same conclusion. No bueno.

Slayer created the Enchantress Elk Call to be a true external all-in-one call that is easy to learn and create realistic elk sounds. The Enchantress is a push call which has an internal reed with a silicone cover that works like a rubber “tongue” to compress the reed and pull out high pitch tones with the call. To work this call you use your thumb nail to compress the button and create the sounds. Slayer produced a great video with Cody McCarthy, Slayer’s head of product innovation. Operating the Enchantress, and tips on how to use the Enchantress are great videos to help you get started on using this call. The external call attaches to the Swagger bugle tube which allows the bugle tube to draw out more lifelike bull sounds. This method is easy to pull it off the bugle to mimic the sounds of cow elk.  We like that Slayer donates 10% of each purchase to organizations working to protect wildlife, the environment, and support conservation efforts, all of which ultimately protect our hunting heritage. If you cannot use a reed (or even if you can), this is a call worth purchasing. The Swagger Bugle Tube is exceptional for reed callers ,so you can have one call or many.  WIN/WIN.

Many gun powders are being sold in the market. Although none of the gun powders are bad, some types of powders are more efficient and versatile than others. Some of the great powders that can cover many needs of reloaders include:

Hodgdon CFE BLK

This is a spherical reloading powder that burns very fast and is new in the market. The CFE BLK is a good powder option for reloaders of the .300 AAC Blackout because they can use it at all bullet weights. Some of these bullet weights include the subsonic 200-grain plus bullets and light 110-grain bullets.

The CFE BLK is dense. Therefore, it can potentially fit a lot into a small case. Therefore, if there is an issue of case capacity, this spherical powder can deliver more velocity numbers because it can pack more in the case. 

Hodgdon Varget