Hunting and Fishing News & Blog Articles

The March issue of Outdoor Sportsman Group Publishing’s North American Whitetail Magazine is hot off the presses and available on newsstands now, and special interest publication Habitat will hit the streets on March 15. The publications boast stories about the Iowa Deer Classic, 40 years of covering land management and online, podcast interviews of North American Whitetail (NAW) Editor-in-Chief Haynes Shelton and Publisher Laden Force. 

North American Whitetail Magazine is the industry’s leading authority on whitetails.

North American Whitetail highlights from the March issue include:

For more information on subscriptions and content from the North American Whitetail brands, visit: https://www.northamericanwhitetail.com

About Outdoor Sportsman Group: Outdoor Sportsman Group is comprised of the world’s foremost media and entertainment brands for outdoor adventure enthusiasts. It includes three leading multichannel networks: Outdoor Channel, Sportsman Channel and World Fishing Network, as well as Sportsman Channel (Canada) and MOTV, the world’s leading subscription-based video-on-demand outdoor television content platform. The Group also consists of numerous established publishing assets: 15 outdoor magazines including Guns & Ammo, Game & Fish, Petersen’s HUNTING, In-Fisherman and 20 top websites, including OutdoorChannelPlus.com. Additionally, Outdoor Sportsman Group includes television production operations, Winnercomm. For more information, visit www.outdoorsg.com. #MyOutdoorTV

DECKED is pleased to announce the acquisition of industry-leading sliding truck bed accessory manufacturer, CargoGlide. Founded in 2010, CargoGlide designs, manufactures, and sells robust, ergonomic sliding bed platforms, which allow users to easily access gear from their truck bed or cargo van.

“We are very excited to bring CargoGlide into the DECKED family,” said DECKED GM, Jake Peters. “It’s a natural acquisition as its ergonomic focus is a great complement to DECKED. We believe that by adding DECKED’s manufacturing, engineering, and design knowledge as well as marketing and sales infrastructure, we can take CargoGlide to the next level. We were particularly impressed with the burliness of their products.”

DECKED is looking forward to applying its innovative approach to CargoGlide’s products. The CargoGlide line will be fully integrated with DECKED’s own Drawer System and Tool Box products to create the next building block in the company’s growing offering of truck bed storage and organization systems. The products will eventually be offered at  https://decked.com/products/decked-tool-box. This new partnership will create a comprehensive portfolio of innovative truck bed accessory solutions, well-positioned to meet a variety of customer needs across this growing market. 

“We couldn’t be more excited about joining the fast-growing team at DECKED. We have collaborated with DECKED in the past, and we are confident that together we can make even more useful products and a great place for our employees to work,” said CargoGlide GM, Mike Wallace. 

Manufacturing and distribution will remain at CargoGlide in St. George, UT. The DECKED sales team will begin representing this new line of DECKED products immediately. Dealers interested in selling CargoGlide can contact their DECKED representative or email [email protected]. 

FAIRFAX, Va. – The National Rifle Association of America (NRA) scored a major legal victory today, as a New York court struck down attempts by the New York Attorney General to dissolve the 150-year-old organization. Following a two-hour hearing on December 10, 2021, the Hon. Joel M. Cohen of the New York State Supreme Court issued an opinion today that vindicates the NRA’s position: the NYAG’s effort to shut down the Association ran afoul of common sense, New York law, and the First Amendment.  

“This is a resounding win for the NRA, its 5 million members, and all who believe in this organization,” says NRA President Charles Cotton. “The message is loud and clear:  the NRA is strong and secure in its mission to protect constitutional freedom.”

The NRA will defend against the surviving claims in the lawsuit – but today’s ruling declares that the NYAG cannot shut down the Association or seize its assets.  

“We applaud the court’s recognition that dissolution is neither appropriate nor justified,” says William A. Brewer III, partner at Brewer, Attorneys & Counselors and counsel to the NRA. “We look forward to continuing the defense of the NRA – and proving that it acts in the best interests of its members and the Second Amendment freedoms in which they believe.”  

Emphasizing that the NRA is “a prominent advocacy organization that represents the interests of millions of members,” the court said the NYAG failed to meet the “rigorous” standard for state-sponsored dissolution of such a group – and her attempt raised free speech concerns.  

HyperX Combines Maneuverability and Uncompromising Protection 

Jacksonville, Florida – Safariland® Armor, a brand of The Safariland Group®, a leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets and one of Cadre Holdings, Inc.’s (NYSE: CDRE) (“Cadre”) key brands, announced today that it has released HyperX, a new tactical armor platform featuring in-conjunction armor design resulting in one of Safariland Armor’s lowest profile and lowest weight tactical offerings.

“Safariland prides itself on the life-saving capabilities provided by its armor platforms,” James Duncan, VP/GM of Armor for Safariland said. “HyperX is the latest innovation in tactical armor platforms, underscoring Safariland’s commitment to working with those who depend on protection from our products. In developing HyperX, Safariland worked with Fort Worth SWAT to design a tactical vest that combines protection with more reflexive freedom of movement.”

HyperX’s design is focused on high performing armor designs, combining the SX® and Hardwire® armor panel inserts with the IMPAC® P1 or C1 hard plates. HyperX provides the ultimate in lightweight, compact, and low-profile tactical armor design without compromising ballistic protection. The HyperX’s carrier platform accommodates SAPI plates (from small to extra-large), offering customizable ballistic rifle protection and mobility to meet the specific needs of individual operators.

The HyperX platform is also designed to integrate with communication systems via interior wire openings to prevent wires from tangling. Left and right detachable radio/rifle mag pockets can be positioned behind the cummerbund. Articulated and adjustable shoulders allow for enhanced mobility. Removable closure flaps allow for other closure system placards to be utilized for customized load outs. HyperX’s rear-zip-on MOLLE platforms can be removed while seated in vehicles, and the shock cord adjustable cummerbund allows for an extended range of adjustment that can be precisely placed to the operators’ preference. Combined with a range of available accessories such as  ballistic groin, spine, throat, and bicep protection, the HyperX platform offers the ultimate in scalablility.

Deer scoring and a Trophy Deer Contest will again be part of the Wisconsin Open Season Sportsman’s Expo, March 25-27 at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in the Wisconsin Dells.

The Wisconsin Buck & Bear Club will be present on Friday, Saturday and Sunday to receive and score deer. The scoring system used will be Boone & Crockett. Awards for the Trophy Deer Contest will be presented on Sunday afternoon.

“We always have a great turnout for deer scoring and the contest in Wisconsin,” said Chris O’Hara, Vertical Outdoor Director, Bonnier Events. “The Wisconsin Buck & Bear Club do a great job of scoring and we are fortunate to work with them. We can’t wait to get to Wisconsin and see what everyone brings as some of the best deer we see all year are at the Wisconsin Expo.”

Attendees who bring a trophy deer to be scored in the Trophy Deer Contest will receive their deer’s official score, be able to show off their deer and compete for an award. For full information on Wisconsin Open Season Sportsman’s Expo Deer Scoring and Trophy Deer Contest, CLICK HERE.

Deer Scoring Hours:
Friday, March 25 – 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 
Saturday, March 26 – 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 27 – 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

ProLine Baits is excited to announce their attendance at the Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo held March 4-6 in Greenville, South Carolina. Held in coordination with the 2022 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic, the Expo will take place at the Greenville Convention Center.

“It’s exciting to bring our products to the consumers and attendees at the Outdoors Expo,” said Keith Cisney, owner of ProLine Baits. “Getting in front of fishing’s finest and showcasing the performance of our products will help us expand the reach of our brand.”

In recent years, the Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo has drawn record-breaking crowds of over 120,000 fans. Growing into the largest consumer fishing show in the country, the Outdoors Expo brings exhibitors from around the world on-site selling a variety of merchandise for fishing, hunting, camping and more.

This year’s Outdoors Expo will take place Friday, March 4 from 11a.m. to 7p.m., Saturday, March 5 from 10a.m. to 6p.m., and Sunday, March 6 from 10a.m. to 4p.m.

ProLine Baits can be found exhibiting in booth #3018.

The Nomad Pursuit Series combines innovative designs, high-performance materials and hunter-friendly features to create the ultimate in turkey hunting apparel and concealment. The full line-up is available in Mossy Oak Shadow leaf®. Shadow Leaf was initially introduced by Mossy Oak in 1997 and quickly became one of the most effective turkey-specific patterns on the market. This pattern features color-perfect green patterns and high-definition realism that has proven deadly on even the wariest toms. 

Nomad’s Pursuit short and long sleeve shirts deliver all-season performance as a base layer on chilly mornings or as an outer layer when the temperatures rise. The shirts feature 30 UPF sun protection to block harmful UVA and UBV rays. Hunters will appreciate the synthetic, moisture-wicking material that moves sweat away from the skin and allows air to pass through, helping them stay cool and dry. Likewise, a stain-resistant treatment and anti-microbial construction keep hunters fresh and clean, allowing them to hunt harder and longer. 

The Pursuit ¼ top features anti-microbial construction and moisture-wicking fabrics that draw sweat and moisture away from the skin, allowing air to pass through to prevent overheating or getting soaked by sweat buildup. Meanwhile, 30 UPF sun protection blocks harmful UBV and UVA sun rays, keeping turkey hunters in the game longer. 

The Pursuit Longneck Hoodie is the perfect mid-weight fleece with a built-in neck gaiter for your early to mid-season expeditions. Featuring anti-microbial construction and moisture-wicking fabrics that draw sweat and moisture away from the skin, allowing air to pass through to prevent overheating or getting soaked by sweat buildup.

The Pursuit pants feature 4-way stretch material for maximum range of motion. An Ever-Adjust Waistband provides all-day comfort, while a Never-Pop button keeps trousers secure in any position. Articulated knees and gusseted crotch make for a roomy fit, while cargo pockets safely secure rangefinders, calls or cell phones while always keeping them close at hand. 

Michael Waddell, founder of Bone Collector on the Outdoor Channel, will be part of the Seminar Speaker Series and will also be signing autographs at the Kansas Open Season Sportsman’s Expo at the Overland Park Convention Center in Overland Park, KS, March 11-13, 2022.

Waddell, who will host a seminar each day of the Expo, will also serve as the keynote speaker at the Kansas City-Safari Club International (SCI) Banquet, being held in the evening on Saturday, March 12 at the Overland Park Convention Center. As part of the Banquet, a live auction will be held, with proceeds helping to raise funds for various projects supported by the Kansas City-SCI Chapter and allow the organization to help fund the important work of Safari Club International in advocating for the right to hunt. More information on the banquet can be found at www.kcsci.com/hunters-expo.

In addition, Waddell will be meeting with Expo attendees and signing autographs at the SCI Booth #735, each of the three days.
 
Bone Collector began as a TV show and became one of the most recognizable brands in the outdoor industry offering television and production, licensing opportunities, marketing and more, all geared towards standing up for the culture of the hunter.

Waddell, who hails from Booger Bottom GA, is a champion turkey caller. He began his career in the hunting industry by winning a Realtree turkey calling contest. Waddell then began guiding and filming hunts. The popular show, “Realtree Road Trips,” was born a few years later and has kept him busy ever since.
 
Seminars – Talkin’ Deer, Turkeys and Celebrating the Outdoors
Friday, March 11 – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 12 – 1:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 13 – 1:30 p.m.
 
Autograph Signing – SCI Booth #735
Friday, March 11 – 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 pm
Saturday, March 12 – 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 13 – 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Attendees can save money and expedite show entry by purchasing advance discount tickets online at www.OpenSeasonSportsmansexpo.com. Parking at the Overland Park Convention is FREE.

ATN demonstrates solidarity with the Ukrainian people with generous donations. ATN efforts on the ground in Bulgaria are now moving much-needed shipments of humanitarian and defensive supplies through Ukraine’s border into fighting zones.

ATN, Corp., an industry leader of innovative optics for civilian, law enforcement, and the military, announce it has opened a site on the ATN website for direct donations to help the Ukrainian people receive humanitarian supplies and equipment for their fighting forces against the unjust actions of the Russian tyrant, Putin, and his forces.

Marc Vayn, founder of ATN, was born in Kyiv, Ukraine, and grew up in the United States where he started the optics company in 1995. ATN has offices across the United States, as well as in Odessa and Kiev, Ukraine. Before the outbreak of the war, the ATN team worked tirelessly to move Ukrainian staff members and their families to offices in Bulgaria or a safe place within their home country. Several ATN staff members refused to be moved and have taken up the fight against the Russian aggressor.

“I am an American citizen first, but of Ukrainian blood and spirit,” Vayn said. “It is imperative that as a united front, the democratic peoples of the world push back against this despot, Putin, and all he represents.”

James Munn, co-founder of the American-based ATN, Corp. and CEO added, “As a US Army veteran, I know how critical, time-wise, it is to get the necessary supplies to the front lines in order to repel the enemy. That is why we set up a donation site directly on our page. Your donation happens immediately, goes to the source immediately, and will end up helping Ukrainian forces immediately. Not next week, not next month. Now.”

Best Turkey Mouth Calls from Raised Hunting

When it comes to options for the best turkey mouth call on the market it can be easy to become overwhelmed. Manufacturers give hunters dozens and dozens of options with different reed and cut designs to create every different sound and tones one hunter could muster up short of being a live hen. When it comes to finding the best turkey mouth call the toughest part is not finding one, it is finding what is best for you at your skill level. Whether you are just starting or are a veteran of turkey diaphragms, practice creates confidence and is one of those skills that allows you to graduate into better calls as your skills increase. 

Primos Hunting, Curved Hooks, Hook Series

The Primos Hunting name is one that is synonymous with success in the turkey woods. The Primos Hunting Hook Series is a fantastic line of calls  featuring a wide range of latex cut designs to produce phenomenal raspy and other authentic hen sounds. The Curved Hooks mouth call is one of the best turkey mouth calls on the market because of the unique crew cut design. It is a triple reed with premium latex at an affordable price. It’s not terribly difficult to control as a triple reed design but gives you all the benefits of the raspy and volume of a triple reed. 

Woodhaven Yellow Jacket

Woodhaven Calls Is quickly becoming a common name amongst turkey hunters. The Yellow Jacket is a great turkey mouth call because of the easier to use double reed design.The top reed of the diaphragm features boss hen cuts on each side.These features make the Yellow Jacket one of the best turkey mouth calls. Because of the latex design, this call is excellent for making Kee-Kee and deep, consistent yelp sounds.

H.S. Strut

H.S.Strut has some of the best turkey mouth calls and have been trusted by turkey hunters for the past several decades. One of the best in the line this year is a collaboration between Hunters Specialties, and Drury Outdoors called the Ghost Tongue. By tightening up the reed spacing and leaving a flat tongue instead of a pointed tongue, hunters get more performance out of this new series of mouth calls. The Ghost Tongue is a ghost cut design with 3 reeds measuring  .003 in thickness. 006 that is often standard in turkey mouth calls making the Ghost tongue easier to handle.The Drury line of mouth calls is hand-stretched on precision presses and are extremely affordable.

Quaker Boy

Some of the best turkey mouth calls come from Quaker Boy. Their mouth call line has incredible quality and design. Made in the USA, the quality of latex is unmatched for season-long use.  Screamin’ Green Nasty Old Hen is one mouth call you’ll not want to overlook.  The Screaming Green latex is actually thinner than the traditional white latex at .003 thickness. Thinner latex means it’s easier to get that deep rasp from the triple reed design.

Introducing a Tactical Knife from True® Knives – a well-rounded knife designed for a plethora of tasks. The Tactical Knife is the quintessential everyday carry tool that fills a multitude of various roles with ease. Tactical carry is not only about self-defense but just easy deployment. Being able to carry and deploy a knife quickly is efficient, no matter if you are defending yourself or trying to open a box. Luckily, True Knives has this covered.

The True Tactical features a 3.25” drop point, partially serrated, 8Cr13MoV stainless steel blade finished in black oxide. The 8Cr13MoV stainless steel is remarkably similar to AUS-8, with a marginally higher carbon composition and a great steel option for a wallet-friendly knife. It is effortless to maintain, resists corrosion well, and is very easy to sharpen.

At the opposing end is a glass breaker sandwiched between a titanium-coated stainless-steel skeletonized frame. A standout feature is the titanium-coated stainless-steel handle. The skeletonized design reduces weight and offers a textured area for increased grip. This grip style also minimizes the potential for various items to get stuck or adhere to the handle. Within the handle is seated the frame lock mechanism and on the outside is a two-position pocket clip mount. There are screw placements for both a tip up and a tip down carry. The tip up placement does not provide a full deep pocket carry but is the best option for an always ready and easy-to-deploy knife with little effort.

This is longer than many other knives in the True Knives lineup and measures at 8” total when open and 4.75” when closed. The thickness is 0.75” and a top to bottom height of 1.375”. For those seeking a tactical EDC knife that can keep with the competition and fits the budget-minded consumer, True Knives Tactical Knife is a pack leader.

FEATURES:

Registration is open for the Crofton Dam Race 2022, which will be July 30 at Lewis and Clark State Recreation Area.

Choose your adventure between three events: a sprint triathlon with kayaking instead of swimming, a half-marathon, or a 12-mile bike race.

The Crofton Dam Race, which is open to athletes of all experience levels, will help raise funds for a new hike-bike trail at the SRA.

Plan to stick around the finish line in Crofton for a party with food and music.

For more information or to register, visit croftonsdamrace.com. Registration fees increase after July 23.

Redfin Polarized will attend the 52nd annual Bassmaster Classic, the world’s most prestigious professional bass tournament, in Greenville, South Carolina with competition on nearby Lake Hartwell.

The 2022 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk will be held for the fourth time at scenic Lake Hartwell, March 4-6, with takeoffs from Green Pond Landing & Event Center in Anderson, S.C. The qualifying anglers will compete for three days on Lake Hartwell for the oldest championship in professional bass fishing. 

Lake Hartwell provides the perfect site for fantastic competition, and the city of Greenville offers hotels, restaurants and other facilities you need for an event the size of the Classic. Daily weigh-ins will be held at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena, and the annual Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo presented by Marathon will take place at the Greenville Convention Center, both of which are in nearby Greenville.

Redfin Polarized will make its debut at the Bassmaster Classic. Redfin Polarized Sunglasses are built for improving life on the water with the best polarized sunglasses in the market. The Redfin Polarized frames are handcrafted by artisans in northern Italy using state-of-the-art production techniques and marine-grade Swiss polymers. The lenses are crafted by Carl Zeiss Vision, the world’s leader in optics technology.

Redfin will have booth appearances from both Justin Martin and Noah Pescitelli. Make sure to stop by and hang out with the Redfin team. 

Fairfax, Va. – The National Rifle Association’s Institute for Legislative Action (NRA-ILA) partnered with the California Rifle & Pistol Association (CRPA) yesterday to petition the Supreme Court to hear a challenge to California’s ban on magazines capable of holding more than ten rounds.

“California’s ban violates the Second Amendment, the Takings Clause, and the fundamental right of self-defense,” said Jason Ouimet, executive director of NRA-ILA. “The reason Americans choose these commonly owned magazines is the same reason law enforcement does – to better defend themselves, their loved ones, and their communities from violent attack.” 

The case, Duncan v. Bonta, challenges California Penal Code § 32310, which bans magazines capable of holding more than ten rounds. The NRA filed suit against California in 2017, and won a favorable decision at the district court in 2019. California appealed to the Ninth Circuit, and in August of 2020, a three-judge panel ruled that the statute was unconstitutional. In November of 2021, however, the full Ninth Circuit ignored Supreme Court precedents and upheld the ban. This marked at least the fiftieth time since the landmark NRA-backed DC v. Heller decision that the Ninth Circuit has rejected a Second Amendment challenge. 

This case is captioned Duncan v. Bonta. It was previously titled Duncan v. Becerra, but the caption was changed when the Attorney General of California was replaced. This is the second magazine restriction NRA-ILA has brought before the Supreme Court in as many years. Last year, in a similar case, NRA-ILA challenged New Jersey’s magazine statute in a case still pending before the Supreme Court.

“For too long the courts have treated the Second Amendment as a second class right. The Court now has the opportunity to set the record straight and ensure the rights of all law-abiding gun owners will no longer be infringed,” Ouimet concluded.

Students in kindergarten through 12th grade can discover the outdoors by participating in the third annual Nebraska Fish Art Contest.

This international art and writing competition gives young people the opportunity to highlight their artistic talents while learning about fish, fishing and aquatic conservation. Participants can win prizes and recognition in Nebraska and internationally.

The free contest, sponsored by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, Wildlife Forever and Bass Pro Shops, is accepting entries through March 31, 2022. Enter at statefishart.org.

Artists create an original illustration of any fish species and submit a one-page creative writing detailing their species’ habitat and efforts to conserve it. Entries are categorized in four grade levels: K-3, 4-6, 7-9, and 10-12. Educators nationwide use Fish On!, the State-Fish Art Lesson Plan, to utilize the competition as a learning tool in the classroom. Judging will be in April and winners announced in May.

Changes to the contest this year allow any fish species to be depicted, digital contest registration and submissions to be accepted, and printable contest entry forms made available. Additionally, many specialty awards are available.

Everyday anglers help ideate, inspire the new GOAT ToadZ™ topwater bait

Set aside the snark and the time wasters posing as social media pundits and you’re left with actual people—real-world folks driven by positivity, possibility and edifying ideas. Anglers, perhaps more than most, prefer to cheer their friends’ accomplishments and pass along cool new ways to simply have fun and catch more fish. 

Right from project launch, this same optimistic outlook spurred the development of the GOAT ToadZ, a radical new ElaZtech® surface bait built via fan interaction, ideation and plenty of inspiration. “It’s really been a labor of love among Z-Man’s vast network of fishing nuts,” notes Z-Man president Daniel Nussbaum. “We’re thrilled to say, sixteen months after inception—angler concepts, rough sketches, prototypes, on-water testing, plus more input and hardcore fishing—the GOAT ToadZ is fully fleshed out and ready to make a splash.” 

Among Z-Man’s faithful social media friends—nearly half a million strong—the entire design process has proven to be a fun, engaging exercise, and a rare peek behind the bait-crafting curtain. Judging by fan reaction, excitement for that first surface explosion has reached a crescendo.

“Can’t wait to see what this bait looks like in the water!” remarked dozens of fans on Z-Man’s Facebook page. 

NEW HAVEN, Mo. – ALPS OutdoorZ, premiere manufacturer of extreme-duty hunting packs, gear, and outdoor accessories, is excited to add Realtree Timber® to several of the company’s best-selling turkey hunting products.

Hunters pursuing spring gobblers are presented with a wide range of habitats, depending on the area of the country and the time of the season they are hunting. Early turkey season can be especially void of rich, green foliage, particularly in mixed hardwood country. When the dark hues of winter continue to dominate, Realtree Timber® is an optimal pattern for the early season gobbler hunter.

For 2022, ALPS OutdoorZ is offering five of its most popular products with the Realtree Timber® option. These include the Super Elite 4.0 vest with drop-down cushion, Grand Slam vest with drop-down cushion and back rest, the High Ridge portable folding chair, Dash Panel blind, and the new-for-2022 Ambush Sling Pack.

For more information about these and other innovative solutions by ALPS OutdoorZ for the dedicated turkey hunter, visit http://www.alpsoutdoorz.com/.

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Innovative Shimano Tackle Delivers Quality and Performance to Every Angler

Shimano reels and rods deliver superior results and unwavering confidence. Over a century of design and manufacturing excellence makes Shimano tackle a trusted fishing companion on every trip – from farm ponds full of bass to cobalt blue offshore waters where tuna and swordfish reign supreme. Shimano now unveils an array of new reels and rods to help anglers fight and land more trophy fish, wherever they may swim.

Demand More with Tranx 150

Designed with Texas and Gulf Coast wading anglers in mind, the all-new Shimano Tranx 150 expands the Tranx family of low-profile reels with a versatile offering perfect for lighter inshore presentations. A saltwater workhorse, the Tranx 150 employs a HAGANE Body for added durability while enhancing the overall smoothness by housing the internal components within a metal body that resists flexing during tough battles. The smallest offering in the Tranx lineup, the Tranx 150 delivers the palmability of its freshwater counterparts but offers anglers enhanced durability in saltwater environments with CoreProtect technology. A protective coating applied to critical areas, CoreProtect ensures water beads up and rolls off the reel to reduce water intrusion for added durability when chasing inshore game fish. With an inherent desire to be a glutton for punishment, the Tranx 150 boasts enhanced stopping power by utilizing Shimano’s Cross Carbon Drag material to deliver smooth and dependable drag performance across the drag range. Design and technology combine to make the Tranx 150 the ideal low-profile reel for inshore applications. The Shimano Tranx 150 will be available in three gear ratios with both right- and left-hand retrieve with an MSRP of $209.99. 

Experience Excitement with Catana FE

Henry made its first shipments in March of 1997. Twenty-five years later, it’s one of the country’s leading firearms manufacturers.

Henry Repeating Arms is proud to officially begin its landmark 25-year celebration as one of the country’s largest long gun manufacturers and the leading lever action maker.

Henry Repeating Arms Founder and CEO Anthony Imperato took his first step into gun making by taking out a home equity loan in 1993 to start the Colt Blackpowder Arms Company, which made historic Colt revolvers and muskets under license from Colt’s Manufacturing. Along with his father, Louis Imperato, the father-son duo leveraged decades of the family’s experience in the gun business and began developing a rimfire lever action rifle in 1996. In March 1997, the first Henry Repeating Arms model H001 Classic Lever Action .22 rifles shipped from a small factory in Brooklyn, New York.

Now headquartered in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, the company employs over 550 people and operates three manufacturing facilities in Wisconsin and New Jersey. Henry manufactures over 200 different rifles and shotguns in a wide variety of calibers and finishes for hunting, home protection, collectors, and a wide variety of shooting sports endeavors. Notable standouts include the company’s flagship rifle, the Henry Golden Boy .22, its centerfire counterpart, the Henry Big Boy, a complete line of youth-sized rifles and shotguns, a sprawling collection of engraved Tribute Edition firearms, and a popular modern approach to the lever gun with the X Model series. Henry’s motto is also a promise to its customers to be “Made in America, Or Not Made At All.”

All Henry rifles and shotguns are supported by a lifetime warranty, a personal guarantee from Anthony Imperato, and an award-winning customer service department that is empowered to make any decision necessary to ensure that every interaction results in complete satisfaction. In 2016, Henry Repeating Arms was named the winner of a Stevie® Award in the Customer Service Department of the Year category at the American Business Awards.

Delta Waterfowl’s 2022 Duck Hunters Sweepstakes is your chance to win a brand-new Polaris Ranger Crew 1000 Premium UTV or one of 20 other prizes, including a Polaris Sportsman 570 Premium ATV, a Benelli shotgun and some of the industry’s best gear – all while supporting Delta’s duck production, habitat conservation, research and education, and HunteR3 programs. Your contribution helps put more ducks in the fall flight and secure the future of waterfowl hunting in North America.

TWENTY-ONE WINNERS will be drawn on May 20, 2022 for an amazing selection of prizes with a total value of over $30,000!

Please consider making a voluntary donation* of $25 when you return one, $100 when you return 6, $200 when you return 14, or $300 when you return 24. You do not have to be a Delta Waterfowl member to participate, so please share this opportunity with friends and family.

To enter, visit deltawaterfowl.org/sweepstakes2022.

Your participation will directly support Delta’s mission to produce ducks and secure the future of waterfowl hunting for you! One hundred percent of the net proceeds will be delivered to Delta’s effective, cost-efficient programs.