Hunting and Fishing News & Blog Articles

With shorter days and colder temperatures upon us, one of the most important things you can have by your side is a dependable LED lighting product from NEBO.

From work to home, camping to traveling, with less daylight available during the winter months, NEBO’s line of lights can help cut through the early darkness during the chilly Winter season.

The SLYDE KING 2K is one of the most versatile flashlights on the market. Featuring a 2,000-lumen light with 4x zoom, the SLYDE KING 2K is rechargeable and waterproof in up to one meter of water for 30 minutes with an ergonomic rubberized grip and a powerful magnetic base for hands-free use. It also serves as a 500-lumen C•O•B work light, is dimmable with programmable memory, and includes a red hazard flasher that guarantees you are seen in emergencies.

The INSPECTOR 500+ is just the thing for tight spaces. This powerful 500-lumen inspection penlight is rechargeable and waterproof and features four light modes and an expandable light area. The INSPECTOR 500+ features Flex-Power Technology, allowing it to be powered by rechargeable or AAA batteries. It comes with a sturdy pocket clip for secure, everyday carry and has a magnetic base for hands-free use.

If an everyday carry flashlight is what you need, the TORCHY 2K is the choice. The TORCHY 2K features a 2000-lumen light in a small, compact body that fits into the smallest corners and crevices. It has a MagDock USB rechargeable battery with five light modes that transition seamlessly thanks to Smart Power Control. The TORCHY 2K is water-resistant and features a detachable two-way clip for convenient carry and a magnetic base for hands-free lighting.

Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, is pleased to announce that its Elite Tactical XRS3 riflescope has been awarded an Editors’ Choice Award by On Target Magazine. The staff at On Target  praised the XRS3 for its highly effective G4P reticle, uncompromising optical quality and precise adjustments.

“Every year, we try to pick out the best of the best new products for On Target’s Editors’ Choice Awards, ones that demonstrate incredible technical achievement or value for the money,” said Ben Battles, editor of On Target. “The Elite Tactical XRS3 hits both of those criteria. This scope was designed for extreme long-range shooters with its outstanding optical quality and attention to detail inside and out, but the XRS3 also gives shooters some of the best value possible for this class of optic.”

The XRS3 6-36×56 FFP scope features the most advanced Elite Tactical optical system ever. The XRS3 comes with a high magnification ED Prime objective, as well as fully multi-coated elements, EXO Barrier™ protection and a proprietary G4P reticle with new reticle element coating. The new coating pushes the limits of the ultrawideband coating system by increasing light transmission by nearly 2% over previous designs.

This year, Elite Tactical is releasing an additional reticle, the EQL, for the XRS3. The new EQL is a 0.2 MIL grid developed to be fast and precise no matter the required hold or read. The wave-based hash system with intermediate floating and overlap dots is thinned and “opened up” where possible to reduce perceived complexity and target obstruction. Other features include main stadia integer floating dots, half value overlap dots and integral milling bar sections.

For more information on the XRS3 or to see the full lineup of Elite Tactical optics, check out Bushnell.com.

Top Team to Be Awarded Record Prize as SFC Becomes the First North American Sports Championship to Award in Cryptocurrency

The Sport Fishing Championship (SFC) has announced one of the largest first-place awards for saltwater anglers, the equivalent of $1,000,000 US dollars in cryptocurrency in the Billfish Division, to be awarded at the season-ending championship in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The award marks the first North American sports championship to issue its “grand prize” in cryptocurrency.

The SFC offers a 12-event competition series beginning in April 2022 with the Louisiana Gulf Coast Billfish Classic and continues through the final tour stop at the San Juan International Billfish Tournament in Puerto Rico in August.

A fishing team must compete in a minimum of three (3) events to qualify for the SFC’s Billfish Division Championship. The SFC will combine a fishing team’s three best qualifying tournament scores and add in all of the team’s qualified catch points throughout the regular season to determine an end-of-season point total. At the conclusion of the five-month regular season, the SFC will award $100,000 to the first-place Gulf and Atlantic Division teams and $1,000,000 to the top team across all SFC competitions.

The SFC also announced its prize money on Thursday for its three Championship Fish competitions. The angler that catches the heaviest fish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Yellowfin, across all 12 qualifying tournaments will be awarded $50,000 at the end of the SFC season. In total, the SFC announced $1,350,000 in prize money for its top anglers and fishing teams in its inaugural season.

Michael Waddell, founder of Bone Collector on the Outdoor Channel, will headline the Seminar Series at the Kansas Open Season Sportsman’s Expo at the Overland Park Convention Center in Overland Park, KS, March 11-13, 2022. The Seminar Series will inform, educate and entertain outdoor enthusiasts. CLICK HERE to see the full Seminar schedule.

Waddell will share a variety of entertaining and educational stories from his years hunting. The native of Georgia is a champion turkey caller, who began his career in the hunting industry by winning a Realtree turkey calling contest and then began guiding and filming hunts. Waddell 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.

Byron Ferguson will perform his always popular Trick Shot Archery Show. The native of Alabama has been known to shoot blindfolded with his traditional bow and also shares various entertaining and often humorous stories from hunting excursions over the years.

Fishing demos will take center stage at the Hawg Tank, which is a mobile 5,000 gallon tank, built on a trailer frame, filled with water and stocked with fish to conduct demonstrations of fishing techniques. With the use of a sound system, guest fishing experts will both educate and entertain show attendees all weekend.

Thomas Heinen, a pro bass fisherman, will part of the Seminar Series at the Hawg Tank. Heinen is a five-time State Champion, five-time Angler of Year FHBA (Flint Hills Bass Association), four-time National Qualifier, three-time Bassmaster All-American and has 26 Career Wins, including the 2020 State Team, Bassmaster Open Angler.

ISOtunes Sport this week announced the latest extension of its line of high-tech electronic hearing protection with a Bluetooth wireless in-ear model. We have had a set of these for the last couple of weeks for testing. The CALIBER offers true wireless in-ear hearing protection for hunters, shooters and those who need protection from gunshot noises and hearing amplification.

Wireless In-Ear Hearing Protection

The CALIBER is a true hearing enhancement device as well as a Bluetooth device that works well with your phone. We had these in our ears for close to 48 hours on and off and the hearing enhancement was exceptional. I would recommend them for hunting based on that one fact alone. I could hear the squirrels running through the trees, the leaves rustling and even the tick, tick, tick of the my floorboard heater as it warmed up my office. The sound of the dog panting took me by surprise after letting her in from the yard after she chased the squirrel back up the tree. 

The CALIBER will be great for on the range but also great in the tree stand during archery season. You will be able to hear the deer coming in with the 8x hearing enhancement. As well, you can listen to music on your phone or the latest video and even take a call. The hearing enhancement works even while on a call so no one is going to sneak up on you. The in-ear Bluetooth headset style is all the rage these days and the Tactical Sound Control technology amplifies natural sounds and reduces the sound of gunshot noise. The gunshot noise is shut off when a gun is fired with its ability to block 25 db of noise. 

The CALIBER gives you 13 hours of use and shuts off after two hours to protect the power.The case recharges the device and the individual units are dustproof, sweatproof and waterproof. These can withstand submersion in water and come out working and ready to use. The Bluetooth will work up to 30 feet from the connected device. They come with a wide variety of Short TRILOGY™ Foam eartips ranging from sizes small to large, three pairs of Tall TRILOGY™ Foam eartips ranging from sizes small to large, one pair of silicone triple flange eartips, a charging case with a lanyard, and a USB – C charging cable.  I found the Tall TRILOGY small to be a perfect fit for my ears to get the coverage and feel like these were well seated in my ears.

The USB-C case is easy to charge, and with the lanyard it is easy to keep your hearing protection protected and in your pack ready to go when you need them. Upon pulling them out they are automatically on and ready to go and begin working quickly. They are easy to pair with Bluetooth, and I found them easy to use while making calls or listening to music.  They picked up my voice pretty well and while testing and listening to music I could clearly hear everything around me. On the range with the shotgun, I was able to hear the things going on around me with a significant reduction of sound. 

Carmel, IND. (Feb 15, 2022) – The next generation of hearing protection, ISOtunes Sport, announces the latest extension of its line of high-tech electronic hearing protection for sport shooters and hunters with the launch of its first true wireless in-ear model: ISOtunes Sport CALIBER. 

ISOtunes Sport CALIBER

ISOtunes Sport CALIBER was created specifically for modern-day sport shooters and hunters who need protection from gunshot noises and hearing amplification for increased performance, without the hassle of tangled wires. Offering easy-to-use hearing protection with enhanced audio and communication abilities, these noise-isolating earbuds are ideal for those who prefer lightweight and comfortable hearing protection that allow them to listen to music or communicate while shooting.

The new CALIBER ($199 MSRP) is a true wireless option that gives shooters the hearing protection they need in an ultra-slim profile. An in-ear style Bluetooth headset, CALIBER contains  ISOtunes Sport’s proprietary Tactical Sound Control™ technology for amplified natural sound and gunshot noise reduction. TSC™allows users to hear ambient sounds and range commands at an amplified level, but shuts off when a gun is triggered. 

Offering all-day protection, CALIBER provides up to 13 hours of use and features a two-hour auto power off when not connected to Bluetooth for battery life conservation. The product is dustproof, sweatproof and waterproof and provides Bluetooth connectivity up to 30 feet from its connected device. Each purchase includes three pairs of Short TRILOGY™ Foam eartips ranging from sizes small to large, three pairs of Tall TRILOGY™ Foam eartips ranging from sizes small to large, one pair of silicone triple flange eartips, a charging case with a lanyard, and a USB – C charging cable.

ISOtunes Sport CALIBER was created with innovative features like environmental awareness, active gunshot noise reduction, battery life conservation, comfortability and more. CALIBER joins the following models in the growing ISOtunes Sport lineup: ADVANCE, DEFY, DEFY Slim, and DEFY Slim Basic. To learn more about ISOtunes Sport products visit www.ISOtunesSport.com. 

Hunting is one of the most challenging adventures a person can undertake.  This is why one must prepare the best one can. If you want to have a successful hunting trip, you must be equipped with not just some of the best hunting supplies but also some practical items that will help you around the woods and make your hunting experience a memorable one.

If you are new to hunting, there are many things that you need to know before you go out and hunt. One of the things new hunters should learn about is how to be prepared for anything and everything whether it’s on their hunting camp or out in the field hunting game. The following is a list of items that all hunters should have no matter what hunting game they are after.

Hunting Backpack

Hunting usually requires you to go through trials with the uneven ground making it difficult for you to carry your hunting gear – especially if you are hiking several miles into your hunting site.  A good quality hunting backpack will allow you to easily bring all the necessities that you need wherever you go. Of course, size depends on what type of hunting game you are after but it should be comfortable enough for extended use. You can also opt to use a hydration pack while on the move so you can easily replenish during long hikes. There are many great options when it comes to hunting backpacks so you should check out all the available options and buy the one that will suit your needs perfectly.

Hunting Binoculars

Sometimes when hunting animals like deer, spotting them from afar is not enough to ensure a successful hunt or stalk – they need to be within close range before taking a clean and precise shot. Binoculars can help you see animals from a distance and locate their exact position so you can take your shot without wasting too much time and energy trying to stalk them. There are small powerful binoculars available these days that hunters can easily bring along wherever they go. You should also have a good spotter with you to make sure that your shots will be accurate and of course, safe.

Hunting Knife

A good grip, sharp blade, and well-constructed knife are essential to every hunter.  Aside from helping you prepare your game for hunting, it will also be helpful around your camp or when faced with an emergency. It is important to know that bigger blades are useful in heavy-duty hunting such as skinning and quartering out your game. Since you will be doing a lot of cutting, make sure that it has a good grip so you can handle it well even when wet. The best handle materials for a hunting knife are wood or synthetic. It is also important that your knife can stay sharp even after being used to cut through thick animal hide and bones.

While most people will often suggest buying the best rifle available, it’s important to account for the user’s marksmanship. Beginners may not be able to handle rifles that are meant for more experienced hunters. If you’re planning on acquainting yourself with hunting rifles, these are the things you need to consider when buying your first rifle.

Game Size

The first thing to base the type of rifle to buy should be the target you intend to hunt with your rifle. While it’s not impossible for beginners to hunt big game, it’s highly recommended that beginners hunt small game like jackrabbits and turkeys to develop both their aim and their hunting skills.

Since small game is incredibly fast, it’s much better to hunt with either an air rifle or a bolt-action rifle that has minimal recoil. If you intend to hunt big game, these are some rifles you may want to consider. These rifles are of higher caliber and they pack a lot more power, and have a lot more recoil. Be warned that these rifles are suited only for experienced hunters who have good aim. Due to the higher recoil, it’s going to be more difficult to recenter your shot should you miss.

Budget

Hunting may not be for everyone, and unless you’re completely set on making hunting a hobby, beginners are advised to avoid spending large amounts of money on a rifle because there’s still a chance that they may not continue with their hunting hobby. A budget of $300 to $500 is optimal for a beginner’s rifle as rifles within this price range already come with a synthetic stock, which are lightweight and durable. This helps with accuracy and ease of aiming. Only purchase better rifles when you’ve honed the skill to match their caliber.

Accuracy

Accuracy refers to the ability of a rifle to hit the same spot repeatedly. The smaller the spread of your shots in a grouping, the more accurate the weapon is. It’s going to be very difficult for beginners to gauge the accuracy of a rifle that they’re about to purchase, as they’ve likely never held a rifle before. The best measure to determine whether a rifle is accurate or not is to ask those who have already handled the rifle as they have in-field experience of how the rifle actually performs.

A .22 Caliber Rifle

Most sources will recommend that beginners get a .22 caliber rifle as their first weapon. This is sound advice because .22 caliber rifles like the AR-15 Rifle are versatile enough that they can be used to hunt small to medium-sized game. Hunters tend to retain their .22 caliber rifles even after they’ve gained more hunting experience, as it will serve you well in the long-term.

Nukem Hunting invites attendees of the 46th annual NWTF Convention and Sport Show to get a first-hand look at the new ‘Grab and Go’ hunting blinds (Booth 931). Attendees will get the chance to test, touch and see the revolutionary new ground blind from Nukem Hunting.

The NWTF Convention and Sport Show will take place February 16-20, 2022, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. The event is the largest consumer show in Nashville with more than 400 exhibitors featuring some of the top companies and brands in the outdoor industry.

“The show season is in full swing, and we are really excited about our next stop at the NWTF Show,” said Nukem Hunting Owner Pat Newcomb. “These blinds have generated a lot of buzz and all the hunters we talk to get excited about what these can add to their hunting arsenal. We encourage everyone attending the show to come check us out and get a first-hand look at this exciting style of hunting.”

Nukem Grab and Go hunting blinds are perfect for the run and gun hunter who likes to take the hunt to the animal. The compact construction allows users to move silently through the woods and set up at a moment’s notice. The no-stake, easy folding design eliminates the headache associated with conventional ground blinds and gives hunters the ability to set up virtually anywhere. To see the Nukem Hunting blinds in action please view the following video. To learn more about purchase options, please visit  nukemhunting.com.

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Huk and Nomad performance fishing and hunting apparel and gear will be on display at SEWE, the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition in Charleston, South Carolina, from February 17-20, 2022.  

The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) is a celebration of the great outdoors through fine art, live entertainment and special events. It’s where artists, craftsmen, collectors and sporting enthusiasts come together to enjoy the outdoor lifestyle and connect through a shared passion for wildlife.

Huk and Nomad, who call Charleston home, will be showcasing exciting new products for outdoor adventure seekers. Huk is eager to show attendees the Waypoint line, made from recycled plastic bottles. Anglers will appreciate the comfort and feel of the garments as well as making a positive impact on the environment. 

Hunters who are ready to chase longbeards this upcoming season will be excited to preview Nomads full line of turkey hunting gear and apparel. Ardent turkey hunters will be covered head to toe with the latest gear available, from their leafy suit to technical vests.

In addition to showcasing Huk and Nomad’s latest gear and talking with factory experts, the tent will be jam-packed with many other activities and local Charleston favorites. Appearances from radio personalities Hunter and Cush from 92.5 Kickin Country are scheduled for Saturday from 12-2 doing a live broadcast. Lowcountry fishing experts from Redfin Charters and Charleston Fishing Adventures will be in the booth offering tips and tactics to help anglers catch more fish. Kayak fishing experts and SCDNR certified fishing instructors Jason and Jennifer Schall will offer advice on kayak fishing and how to get started fishing the Charleston area. 

Pnuma Outdoors has selected Chevalier Advertising & Public Relations as its strategic public relations and advertising agency of record.

Leading the way in an ongoing public relations campaign, Chevalier Advertising will be promoting Pnuma Outdoors in all hunting and outdoor markets. This will include coordinating media samples, writing and distributing press releases, and offering Pnuma marketing and advertising solutions. 

Geared for the outdoors since 2016, Pnuma Outdoors was founded on the pillars of quality, innovation, customer service, and driven by an unwavering passion for the outdoors. With a dedicated and passionate team at the helm, Pnuma Outdoors and Chevalier will work closely together to establish and align the brand with the needs, desires and demands of outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. 

“We are truly excited to be joining forces with Chevalier Advertising as our agency of record,” said Craig Harrison, Pnuma Outdoors CEO. “The Pnuma Outdoors team is full of passionate and driven outdoorsmen and women, and Chevalier is comprised of people cut from that same cloth.”

“Joining forces with Pnuma Outdoors is extremely exciting,” said Greg Chevalier, President of Chevalier Advertising & Public Relations. “Pnuma Outdoors has brought some great products and technologies to the hunting apparel market since their inception in 2016. We’re honored to partner with Pnuma Outdoors and work alongside them as they continue to bring more exciting products and technologies to market in 2022. Our agency’s long track record of helping companies in the hunting and outdoor markets will help Pnuma Outdoors soon become a top choice for hunters all across America.”

The Bobwhite G2 Southpaw and Bobwhite G2 Intermediate are purpose-built and feature-rich

CZ-USA is proud to introduce two new affordable side-by-side purpose-built double guns. Both are an extension of the popular Bobwhite G2 shotgun line: the Bobwhite G2 Intermediate, with dimensions that are a little more compact, and the Bobwhite G2 Southpaw, designed for left-handed shotgunners. 

Left-handed shooters always face difficulties when shooting guns cast for right-handed people, but there is a new double gun option from CZ-USA that will make things a bit easier for lefty shotgunners. 

CZ is proud to expand its lefty-friendly offerings with the Bobwhite G2 Southpaw side-by-side. Nearly identical to the standard Bobwhite G2, the Southpaw’s stock is “cast on,” meaning it’s bent in the opposite direction so that it will properly fit when a shooter brings it to their left shoulder. 

All other popular Bobwhite G2 features remain, including its CNC’d receiver, double triggers, English-style straight grip, and interchangeable choke tubes. It features 28-inch barrels and includes five flush chokes from Cylinder to Full in 12 or 20 gauge with an incredible price point of $709.

(WASHINGTON, D.C) – The Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports (Council) is hosting the 2022 National R3 Symposium in Broken Arrow, OK, May 2nd – 5th. The first-ever National R3 Symposium occurred in May 2018 and resulted in a groundswell of national focus and efforts to increase the recruitment, retention, and reactivation of participants in hunting, shooting sports, angling, and boating. While the Council has hosted two Virtual R3 Forums in its place due to COVID over the past couple years, we are excited to reconvene all professionals with a vested interest in R3 for the first in-person Symposium in three years. Several hundred representatives from agency, NGO, and industry across the country will be in attendance ranging from the practitioner to director/CEO level.

Registration and the agenda will be available in March, but be sure to mark your calendars now so you do not miss out!

Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities

There are numerous levels of support available and we invite you to join us as a sponsor. Please note that each sponsorship level includes in-person exhibitor space if you choose to use it. There will be an exhibitor social on the evening of the 3rd. 

TrueTimber has announced a new licensee partnership with Nukem Hunting on their revolutionary ‘Grab and Go’ ground blinds. Nukem Hunting blinds are available in TrueTimber Strata and HTC Green camo to deliver ultimate concealment across a variety of landscapes. Blinds are now available for purchase on the TrueTimber online store and the Nukem Hunting online store. See the Nukem Hunting blinds in action on the TrueTimber YouTube channel.

“This is an awesome partnership with the folks from Nukem Hunting and we are really excited to see these blinds in the turkey woods this spring,” said TrueTimber CEO Rusty Sellars. “This run and gun style of turkey hunting has become so popular, and hunters are finding success with it everywhere. TrueTimber fans know how valuable these patterns are in the woods, so having them on these blinds will give hunters a serious advantage and a lot of versatility.” 

Nukem ‘Grab and Go’ hunting blinds are perfect for the run and gun hunter who likes to take the hunt to the animal. The compact construction allows users to move silently through the woods and set up at a moment’s notice. The no-stake, easy folding design eliminates the headache associated with conventional ground blinds and gives hunters the ability to set up virtually anywhere.

The U.S. Utility Patent Approved Grab and Go hunting blind is constructed with 150 Denier Nylon, delivering durability with a total unit weight of only 3.5lbs. Each blind folds up to 32 inches and fits inside a carrying case with shoulder strap for easy transport. The stake free design allows the blind to extend up to seven feet, easily concealing two hunters. MSRP $109.99.

“We are thrilled to announce the ‘Grab and Go’ blinds are now available, and we are really excited for more people to get their hands on it,” said Nukem Hunting Owner Pat Newcomb. “I’ve spent my entire life in the outdoors, hunting and fishing everything you can imagine. We knew we could make a blind that stood far above the rest and after years of development, we know our customers will have the ultimate advantage with this blind.”

Scented Jerk ShadZ™ and HeadlockZ HD™ Jighead shatters 61-year-old NC record

Todd Spangler’s morning started off with one big bite—and a tidal wave of high-fives. Approximately 8am on Wednesday, February 9, Spangler hooked a new North Carolina state record spotted seatrout—the biggest of the species landed on hook and line in 61 years. A few hours after officially weighing the monster inshore specimen, Spangler and his friend Josh Hamby returned to the water for a few more casts.

A phosphate miner and veteran inshore saltwater angler from Merritt, North Carolina, Spangler hooked the 12-pound 8-ounce seatrout on a 4-inch Z-Man Scented Jerk ShadZ and 1/8-ounce HeadlockZ HD  jighead. The record-breaking trout, which measured 33-1/2-inches with an 18-inch girth, bested the previous, six-decade-old state record caught at Wrightsville Beach by four ounces. 

“It was our first bite of the day,” recalls Spangler, who was fishing a creek mouth on the Neuse River when something cracked his ‘Dark N Stormy’ pattern Jerk ShadZ. “I’d been retrieving the bait by popping it up and letting it fall back to the bottom—trying to imitate a shrimp—when I felt a sharp little thump, almost right below the boat. My initial thought was that it struck like a smaller trout, but when I felt the big head shakes and screaming drag, my buddy and I thought we’d hooked a sizeable striped bass.

“A few minutes into the fight, we saw a broad silvery flash, which further fooled us into thinking striper,” Spangler said. “This time of year, we’re mostly targeting seatrout, which bunch up in big numbers in these creeks during the winter. We often catch redfish and stripers, too, but striper season is closed.” 

Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) and “Hunting Matters” welcomes Adam Whitehead, CEO of Buddy Outdoors. 

An avid sportsman since his youth, Adam Whitehead grew up chasing bucks and pretty much anything that moved on his family’s farm in Eastern North Carolina.  Growing up in rural North Carolina, Adam saw first-hand the challenges folks faced to get hunting and fishing gear.  After attending East Carolina University, Adam founded Sportsman’s Box (2015) with the intention of providing everyone access to the essential tools to enable outdoor success.  Today, after undergoing a brand transition from Sportsman’s Box to Buddy Outdoors in 2021, Adam and the Buddy Outdoors team are providing members with access to the outdoors top gear brands, while helping to educate as well.

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 and provide a review and rating. Hunting Matters is a 2022 Gold AVA Digital Awards 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 638 scholarships totaling $2.77 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.

– Animal Rescue Rigs selects Nexen Tire’s Roadian MTX Xtreme Off-Road Tires for “PAWS ONE” Animal Recovery Vehicle –

Nexen Tire America, Inc., a worldwide leader in high-performance, passenger, SUV/light truck and winter tire technology, has partnered with Animal Rescue Rigs (ARR), an animal-rescue 501(c)(3) charity, to supply the company’s most capable off-road tire for PAWS ONE, a highly modified 2018 Nissan TITAN XD Gas PRO-4X which debuted at the 2018 Specialty Equipment Manufacturer Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. PAWS ONE features 35-inch Nexen Tire Roadian MTX Xtreme Off-Road tires and was built to provide support for securing lost and/or injured animals during and after natural disasters. Rescuers are required to cover virtually all terrain types and need a tire with maximum traction across multiple driving surfaces, including on- and off-road, often in muddy and snowy conditions. With massive winter storms sweeping the nation, first responders have battled high winds, frigid temperatures and snowstorms to provide rescue services. PAWS ONE stands ready to help stranded animals that end up in similar situations.

“Nexen Tire believes in Animal Rescue Rigs’ mission, and we are proud to fully support them in anyway we can,” said Brian YoonSeok Han, CEO of Nexen Tire America, Inc. “We fully understand natural disasters can happen at a moment’s notice, and rescuers need to have the best equipment to respond quickly and safely. Having tires capable of tackling nearly any terrain, like the Roadian MTX, allows first responders to answer the call and provide critical rescue services when it matters most.”

Nik Miles, chairman of the board for Animal Rescue Rigs, firmly believes in the expanded capability provided to PAWS ONE by the Roadian MTX Xtreme Off-Road tires.

“PAWS ONE is truly a comprehensive, purpose-built vehicle offering plenty of rescue capabilities. However, one thing the build really needed was a capable tire. Our mission is to assist animals, no matter where they may be – and if we don’t have the equipment needed to reach them because of traction limitations, we can’t complete the mission. Thanks to our Roadian MTX tires, we’re confident PAWS ONE will tackle virtually any terrain when called into service,” said Miles.

Mercury Marine, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), has announced its Avator™ electric outboard concept, representing Mercury’s next step in marine innovation, advanced technology, and engineering. The electric outboard concept will be on display for the first time during the 2022 Miami International Boat Show and is progressing the company toward the formal release of electric outboard products later in 2022 and 2023.

Avator creates a new boating experience for Mercury’s global customers combining an investment in electrification with more than 80 years of expertise in the marine industry. Leveraging Mercury’s leadership and reputation for hydrodynamics, corrosion resistance, reliability, and industrial design, the Avator concept will deliver a superior user experience for a wide range of vessels and activities.

“We are excited to formally announce this bold new phase of our vision for the future that only Mercury Marine can deliver,” said Chris Drees, Mercury Marine president. “Electrification is strategically important to us, and this concept provides a first look at how we intend to deliver on our commitment to being the industry leader in both internal combustion products and electric propulsion. We are taking efficiency to a new level, opening up new ways to enjoy the boating experience.”

Avator advances Mercury’s commitment to sustainability by offering the prospect of boating with zero direct emissions. Mercury is also using electrification to make boating more accessible with features such as swappable batteries and enhanced portability.

“Mercury has the industry’s strongest and most robust technology and design teams who are shaping a new power for marine that expands the brand into new applications,” said Tim Reid, Mercury Marine vice president of product development & engineering. “We believe features like easily changeable batteries and quiet operation hold great appeal for current and prospective boaters. We expect our breadth of electric offerings to expand over time, and we will continue to listen to consumer feedback and monitor adoption trends.”  

The Vegas Shoot 2022, the 57th edition of the iconic event, saw 3000 archers return to live archery, and an unbelievable performance for Team Easton, taking every championship title in the premier recurve and compound categories.

A young group of archers stole the show in Vegas and look to remain in the mix for years to come. 14-year-old Liko Arreola of Hawaii captured her second straight Championship Women’s Compound title. Liko used the Easton SuperDrive 25 arrows.

Celebrating his birthday over the weekend, 15-year-old Bodie Turner of Washington took home the $50,000 Open Championship prize. Bodie used the Easton SuperDrive 27 arrows.

17-year-old Casey Kaufhold dominated in Championship Women’s Recurve with the Easton X10 to add a Vegas title to her budding list of achievements.

It was a tour de force of youth – but, there was also yet another Vegas title for the world’s #1 ranked recurve male, Brady Ellison, who took the win in Championship Men’s Recurve. Brady used the Easton X7.

EDGEFIELD, S.C.—The National Wild Turkey Federation announced HuntStand as a Gobbler Sponsor for the NWTF Convention and Sport Show, set to return Nashville, Feb. 16, 2022.

“NWTF is one of HuntStand’s core conservation partners, and we are pleased to sponsor their 2022 Convention as well as their Wild Turkey and White-tailed Deer Taxidermy Competition,” said HuntStand CEO Lanford Holloway. “Their convention is a true celebration of NWTF’s proud history of accomplishments for wild turkeys, habitat conservation and preservation of our hunting heritage.  Their mission and conservation values align perfectly with ours, making this a no-brainer for HuntStand.”

As a Gobbler Sponsor, HuntStand—the largest hunting app in North America providing mapping, property boundaries and other valuable tools to hunters—is sponsoring the 2022 Wild Turkey and White-Tailed Deer Taxidermy Competition. They also will be hosting a seminar on Friday, Feb. 18 titled “Key Strategies for Mapping Out a Successful Turkey Hunt.” This is HuntStand’s second consecutive year as convention sponsor.

The NWTF Convention and Sport Show is set to begin Thursday, Feb. 17 with the Rendezvous sessions, the Kickoff Party and the opening of the Sport Show floor, which features more than 400 of the best vendors in the outdoor industry. The NWTF Sport Show runs from Thursday to Saturday in the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center. Convention festivities conclude with a worship service on Sunday, Feb. 20.

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