HOT SHOT Gear, engineers of authentic hunting and fishing apparel that is built to beat the elements, is pleased to introduce the 3-in-1 Hunting Parka. A versatile hunting jacket engineered to accommodate a wide variety of situations and weather conditions. 

The HOT SHOT 3-in-1 Hunting Parka excels throughout the entire fall as conditions change with the seasons. It features a combination of two camouflage jackets: an exterior waterproof shell and a comfortable interior jacket. The outer shell of the 3-in-1 Parka is 100% waterproof. It can be worn in combination with the interior jacket or on its own as a standalone rain jacket. The interior jacket is insulated in zones, providing warmth where you need it most. There are 200 grams of polyfill in the body, 150 grams in the sleeves and 80 grams of insulation in the collar.

The two jackets snap together at the sleeves while the zipper of the interior jacket connects to the exterior jacket for additional structure. Combining the two jackets or separating them is a fast, simple process that can be executing before, during or after the hunt.  

The 3-in-1 Parka is available in Realtree Edge or Veil Cervidae, two camo options that meet the needs of any pursuit. The jacket’s unique design also allows for quiet movement that was specifically designed for all day use without sacrificing comfort.

The jacket features reinforced nylon oxford patches in high wear areas for added durability and longevity. With multiple jacket options and a removable hood, the 3-in-1 Parka can adjust to match personal preferences, weather conditions or the type of hunt.

Charleston, SC (XXXX) – Huk, the nation’s leading manufacturer of performance fishing gear, is pleased to announce its newest partnership with basketball phenom Keon Johnson. Huk and Keon will look to elevate Huk’s exciting apparel line to Keon’s growing fan base through this winning combination.

“Huk is incredibly proud to work with Keon. His dedication as an elite basketball player and his passion for fishing are both indicative of his work ethic, personal conduct and drive to exceed,” said Pete Angle, Chief Marketing Officer for Marolina Outdoor. “We’re very excited about Keon and are confident that he will be a solid ambassador to millions for our sport and brand.”

Keon is known for his raw athletic abilities as well as his accomplishments on the court. Through his impressive play as a collegiate athlete and the record-shattering display he put on at the professional combine, Keon was selected 21st overall in the 2021 Draft and will be taking his talents to Los Angeles for his rookie season. 

He is also a passionate outdoorsman and loves to spend time fishing whenever his busy schedule allows. Keon started fishing at a very young age with his dad at the Joe Wheeler Dam. His most memorable fishing experience was when he caught his biggest catfish, which was 45 lbs. He has been using Huk fishing apparel for quite some time. Keon noted, “I watch a lot of bass fishermen on YouTube and would always see them in some type of Huk clothing, so I tried some out. With Huk, I feel that I’m more comfortable on the lake no matter the weather and enjoy fishing a lot more.”

Huk has tapped Keon to be a key partner to reach new anglers and younger generations. “Basketball is a lot like fishing. To become better at both, you must have patience and be willing to practice,” commented Keon. He added, “My message to the younger generation of anglers and athletes would be to fall in love with the grind, no matter how hard times get. You should focus on being the best version of yourself, whether in basketball, fishing or anything else you are passionate about.”

As you sow, so shall you reap. That applies not just to what you put in the ground but how you go about it. Proper planting procedures will ensure your trees can put down roots and enrich the land that sustains you. And while most folks think of spring as planting season, fall is a better time to establish your mast orchards.

Why

As the days grow shorter, trees go through a transition. Growth slows down; they shed their leaves and then enter a state of partial dormancy. However, they will continue to grow roots until the ground freezes. This is especially true for and important to young, newly planted trees as it gives them a chance to become acclimated to their environment before the stress of the spring growing season. It also gives them the ability to start stronger the following spring. 

Moisture availability is also important as it is a vital component for early growth. Most folks think of April showers when it comes to natural moisture, but many areas typically receive more rain in the fall. And because growth is slower, trees require less water. 

There is yet another advantage to fall planting, especially for those who travel some distance to their preferred hunting haunts. You can slip in an early morning hunt, spend the middle of the day planting, then sneak back out in the afternoon. A little early autumn effort will make the rest of this season and all of the next one more relaxed and enjoyable.

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – iSportsman, the nation’s leading provider of outdoor recreational management software, has been investing into social media efforts and improving the brand’s online presence through various platforms to better connect with avid outdoors people, promote available outdoor opportunities and celebrate the outdoor lifestyle. With  more than 3.7 billion active social media users worldwide, iSportsman set a goal at the beginning of 2021 to improve its online visibility and make more outdoor enthusiasts aware of the services and opportunities offered  through iSportsman. With an employee dedicated to the brand’s social media efforts, the company is witnessing steady growth in its audience.  

iSportsman notably saw an increase in followers on Instagram,  growing the account following by 362.5 percent since the beginning of the year. iSportsman can be found on Instagram at the handle @iSportsmanUSA and is posting  quality content daily. 

“We still have a lot of catching up to do in this arena, but with a staff tasked to supporting social media and placing the same importance on it as our other business development activities, we are encouraged with the growth we’ve been able to achieve,” says Doug Howlett, iSportsman COO, who also heads marketing and business development with the company.  

Traditionally focused on government contracting and with a small team common to many small American businesses, iSportsman was  not able to dedicate significant effort on establishing a strong social media presence. However, with the company expected to roll  out a consumer version of their product in the coming weeks under the  iSportsman ARX brand, the need to reach a broader audience  forced a change in the company’s overall marketing strategy. Social media has become a key part of that effort in addition to a redesigned website with weekly news and stories. The brand also publishes a  twice-monthly e-newsletter, Checking In with iSportsman. 

Like on Instagram, the company’s Twitter and Facebook accounts are also witnessing traction in growth. Scheduled posts go up daily as well, while big announcements will be incoming on the accounts.  iSportsman can be found on Facebook at @theiSportsman and on Twitter at @iSportsmanUSA . 

Wolverine RMAX2 1000 Side-by-Side Marks Milestone in Yamaha’s U.S. Manufacturing

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America (YMMC) and Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, (YMUS) have reached a historic manufacturing milestone, celebrating the production of 4 million vehicles with the assembly of a new 2021 Wolverine RMAX2 1000 Side-by-Side (SxS) at the state-of-the-art U.S. manufacturing facility in Newnan, Georgia.

Yamaha held the occasion at the Newnan factory on August 12 to recognize employees and thank them for their dedication to ensuring superior manufacturing processes and producing the highest quality of vehicles. Yamaha’s hub for 4-wheel off-highway vehicle manufacturing, YMMC is where all of the company’s Side-by-Sides, full-size ATVs, WaveRunners, and Golf Cars are produced for worldwide distribution.

“Over the past 20 years, Yamaha has invested more than $380 million into U.S. manufacturing to create a world-class facility in Newnan,” said Taka Imanishi, president of YMMC. “Whether it is our ATV or Side-by-Side vehicles, Golf Cars or Personal Watercraft, YMMC strives to maintain the highest quality of production and environmental standards, while giving back to the community through comprehensive corporate social responsibility programs.”

Since its founding in 1988, YMMC has made a significant impact within its community. The facility covers 280 acres with more than 1.3 million square feet of manufacturing facilities, giving it a massive physical footprint in Newnan. Between the YMMC facility and YMUS corporate offices in Marietta and Kennesaw, Georgia, Yamaha now employs over 2,000 people in the state of Georgia alone, encompassing more than half of the 4,000+ individuals the company directly employs in the United States.

If you’re interested in establishing a permanent hunting camp, you may want to start with a temporary set up that you can try in a couple of locations before you build a permanent structure. The ideas below can increase your safety and make your hunting camp experience an enjoyable bonding event free of hazards.

Maintenance Tools

Your hunting trip may require you to carry a gun in damp, cold conditions. Keeping things clean, oiled and as dry as possible will make it much easier to hit your target. A simple gun cleaning kit that you can carry in a pack is critical.

Carefully monitor the condition of the center of your bowstring at the end of each day and be ready to replace it while on the trail. Make sure you have a place to unstring and store your bow each night to avoid losing spring, and carry wax to keep wooden bows protected against damp.

Security Tools

If you plan to hunt in bear country, don’t plan to stay in a tent. Be prepared to sleep in something hard-sided. Invest in something hard-sided for your butchering and skinning site as well.

Your food, your garbage, the animals you hunt and their offal can all attract bears. Consider investing in a small utility trailer with a metal floor to use as a skinning and gutting shack that you can easily hose out after cleaning up. You can also hitch this up and move it far from your camper each night to keep down your exposure to scavengers that will be drawn by the blood after you secure the meat and skins.

Ducks Unlimited (DU) is proud to announce their support of the 2021-22 Campus Waterfowl’s Collegiate Waterfowl Tour this fall. Founded in 2014, Campus Waterfowl is a college-student-based, social-media-driven waterfowl hunting showcase. With a presence on all major social media platforms, Campus Waterfowl airs exciting waterfowl hunting adventures featuring college students from around the country. Last season saw an audience of just over 150,000 viewers.

DU is bringing this season to Campus Waterfowl fans with several hunts featuring student members and leaders of Ducks Unlimited University chapters. Ducks Unlimited’s University Program introduces students to waterfowl and wetlands conservation at universities and colleges around the U.S. Many program members go on to lead DU chapters in their communities after graduation.

Campus Waterfowl content creator and South Dakota State University graduate Derek Christians is ready to get started on this year’s tour and excited to have DU’s support.

“Being able to travel and meet these students and share their experiences is very rewarding,” Christians said. “And to be supported by Ducks Unlimited, the world’s leading waterfowl and wetlands conservation organization makes it even better. We share the importance of the R3 movement while growing the collegiate audience. This year’s tour begins in South Dakota for early-season Canada geese in August and continues across the country through February. I can’t wait to show these exciting hunts to our followers and supporters.”

The R3 movement was developed by the Council to Advance Hunting and Shooting Sports. It focuses on the recruitment, retention and reactivation of shooting sport and hunting participants.

Spring, TX – F-1 Firearms, LLC (www.F-1Firearms.com), the trend-setting manufacturer of AR-style rifles with skeletonizing features, is kicking off the NRA Annual Meetings with an industry media rifle giveaway and tour of their Spring, Texas facility on September 2, 2021, beginning at 2 p.m. F-1 Firearms plans to give one lucky guest attending the tour and visiting their booth at the NRA show the chance to win a limited-run F-1 Old Glory UDR-15-3G AR-platform rifle valued at $2795.00!  All media and influencer guests are automatically eligible and entered to win the F-1 Old Glory Rifle upon arrival for the tour. The winner must reside in the United States and within a state which allows the transfer of semi-automatic rifles with a detachable magazine and pistol grip. The rifle will be sent to the winner’s FFL dealer for transfer. F-1 Firearms’ headquarters is located just 30 minutes north of the George R. Brown Convention Center, host of the 2021 NRA Annual Meeting & Exhibits.

Members of the Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA) and Texas Outdoor Writers Association (TOWA) are cordially invited to the event and non-member industry media and influencers may attend based on availability by emailing Alex at [email protected]. “As a member of POMA and TOWA, F-1 Firearms is fiercely supportive of shooting and hunting industry media members and influencers, especially the vetted members of these organizations,” stated F-1 Firearms’ President, Jackie Podgurny. “Their voices are critically important to the preservation of our Second Amendment, our heritage and our lifestyle and building relationships with traditional media, as well as influencers, is a paramount focus. We hope they’ll come see the great things happening here in our home state of Texas before visiting us again in our NRA-AM booth #4339.”

During the tour, attendees are sure to gain access to rarely exposed areas and processes that have catapulted F-1 Firearms to the next-level firearms and accessories manufacturing as well as the opportunity to test fire a variety of F-1 Firearms rifles at their indoor shooting range.  A happy-hour event is scheduled after the tour where media members and F-1 Firearms team members are encouraged to network and strike up new industry relationships. There is no cost to attend. 

Following the F-1 Firearms tour and event, media members are invited to visit F-1 Firearms booth #4339 throughout the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits show, scheduled for September 3 – 5, 2021. To RSVP or inquire about the tour, or to learn more about F-1 Firearms, email Alex at [email protected] .

About F-1 Firearms, LLC

Dr. Jason Halfen

Epic days on the water are few and far between. Indeed, late summer can be a challenging time to pursue both largemouth and smallmouth bass. Quality fish that were easy to locate and catch in June and July are now perplexing. Sultry water temperatures contribute to our tribulations, driving fish either into heavy cover or down deep to find respite from the heat. Another challenge working against anglers – both in the shallow slop and the deep basin – is an abundance of forage: there is, quite simply, so much food available that bass have a LOT to choose from. It can be hard for an artificial bait to stick out as a vulnerable prey item amid Nature’s abundance.

How can we solve the late summer bass puzzle? Consider Midwest Finesse Fishing – or the Ned Rig – a presentation that has, quite simply, taken the bass fishing world by storm. A refinement of finesse techniques practiced and espoused by tournament anglers for many years, the Ned Rig was brought to the forefront of contemporary finesse techniques by Kansas-based angler and outdoor writer Ned Kehde. This unassuming presentation has been responsible for a staggering number of bass fishing success stories, especially when finesse becomes the order of the day. 

The Business End of the Ned Rig

The classic bait for the Ned Rig bait looks like a stickworm that has been cut in half. Looks can be deceiving, however. The highly-refined Ned Rig presentation truly shines with a bait made from a unique, 21st-century soft plastic compound called ElaZtech, available exclusively from Z-Man. 

Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) and “Hunting Matters” welcomes Kirk Evans, President  and Emily Taylor, Independent Program Attorney, from U.S. LawShield to discuss the recently passed Texas Constitutional Carry law. 

Kirk Evans is the President of U.S. LawShield, a national firearms legal defense program with over 700,000 members. Kirk has practiced law in Texas for over twenty years and has concentrated most of his work on complex civil litigation and constitutional issues.  He has represented gun owners, instructors, ranges and law enforcement.  Kirk has authored several firearms legal publications, including “Texas Gun Law: Armed and Educated.” Kirk is a graduate with honors from Texas A&M University and attended law school at the University of Houston where he graduated as editor of the Law Review. Kirk was recognized as a “Rising Star” in the legal profession by the Texas Monthly publication Super Lawyers. Kirk frequently speaks on civil liability associated with gun ownership, including the FBI CAAA Active Shooter Seminar, the NRA Foundation Banquet and similar organizations.  Kirk serves as a firearms media source, including appearances with Fox News, Yahoo Sports, and scores of national TV and radio interviews.

Emily Taylor is an Independent Program Attorney for U.S. LawShield. Emily received her J.D. from Vanderbilt University School of Law in Nashville, Tennessee in 2012. Prior to law school, she earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in both Anthropology and Psychology from Vanderbilt University. A native Texan, Emily returned from Tennessee to intern with the Harris County District Attorney’s office and, after graduation from law school, was sworn in as an Assistant District Attorney for Galveston County, Texas. As an Assistant District Attorney she took a broad range of felony and misdemeanor cases to trial in front of judges and juries, and was responsible for grand jury presentations, motions and hearings, and plea negotiations. She provides an insider’s perspective into the Texas criminal justice system, particularly into cases involving gun owners and claims of self-defense.

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

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

Federal Ammunition congratulates the USA Shooting shotgun team members who won Olympic medals in Tokyo. Federal sponsored shooters Vincent Hancock, Kayle Browning and Brian Burrows captured medals in their events against the world’s best on the biggest stage. Federal sponsored shooters Austen Smith and Derrick Mein also competed and turned in excellent performances but fell short of reaching their goals of an Olympic medal.

“Our company couldn’t be prouder of the performances of our sponsored team of world class shooters at the Olympic games,” stated Jason Vanderbrink, President of Federal Ammunition. “They competed at the highest level against the world’s best shotgun shooters and were simply amazing. It brings such pride to our dedicated American employees that these athletes achieved their dreams of standing on the podium with an Olympic medal having used our American made products,” stated Vanderbrink.

Vincent Hancock is now a 3-Time Olympic Champion following his gold medal performance in Tokyo. Hancock made the Men’s Skeet finals in a shoot-off and then bested the remaining five contenders hitting 59 of 60 targets, setting an Olympic record. Hancock is the first shooter to ever win three gold medals in this event, adding to the ones he won in Beijing in 2008 and London in 2012. 

Kayle Browning captured a silver medal in Women’s Trap. Browning, an Arkansas native, shot her way into the finals in the sixth position and then climbed into the final pairing with some clutch shooting. The first time Olympian missed extending the match by one target but was elated winning silver for the United States of America.

In its Olympic debut, Federal-sponsored athlete Brian Burrows and teammate Madelynn Bernau claimed the bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympic Games. The pair qualified for the bronze match by posting a 146/150 in the qualifications. In their bronze medal match, they faced the mixed team from Slovakia which included the women’s individual gold medalist in trap. The pair of Burrows and Bernau won in a dramatic shoot-off to finish third and represent the USA on the podium. 

The new Rebel Outside the Waistband (OWB) Holster from Versacarry® is an optics compatible holster packed with features. For 2021, the Rebel OWB will be available in two models, for Springfield Armory Hellcat and the SIG Sauer P365 pistols with 3.1” barrels.  

To securely hold the firearm in place, the Rebel OWB utilizes a custom-molded polymer front. The hybrid construction of the holster perfectly matches the molded polymer front with a durable, high quality leather backing to provide stability. This leather backing is also raised to provide added comfort to the user.

For accurate access to the firearm, the Rebel OWB has a forward cant and an adjustable draw tension to fit the user’s preference. 

The MSRP for the Rebel OWB is $59.99

Versacarry Rebel OWB Holster features:

Unique Scholarships Support Future Fisheries Biologists and Wildlife Managers

Students who are passionate about the sport of fishing and are training for a career in fisheries biology and wildlife management enjoy access to a unique scholarships to support their studies. Shimano North America Fishing and the conservation arm of B.A.S.S. have partnered to create this program to help recruit avid anglers into the ranks of state, provincial, tribal and federal fisheries management agencies. 
 
“College scholarships are a key component of the Shimano Varsity Program – our primary youth fishing initiative,” remarks Frank Hyla, Youth Fishing Coordinator for Shimano North America Fishing. “The Shimano Varsity Scholarship Program awards scholarships to students who are members of B.A.S.S. and who are majoring in biology, fisheries, wildlife, or a natural resources-related field. We accept applications from high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students from across the United States and Canada.”
 
“This year, we are awarding scholarships totaling $10,000 to a group of very talented students,” reflects Gene Gilliland, B.A.S.S. Conservation Director. “We anticipate that these future professionals will become excellent practitioners of fisheries science and remain active participants in our favorite sport. We are proud to partner with Shimano North America Fishing to support their education and training.”

Winners of Shimano Varsity Scholarships for the 2021-2022 academic year include:

Liz Bateman, a graduate student at the University of New Brunswick who is studying Atlantic halibut movements to support conservation and fisheries management in the UNB Biology program. 

Justin Back, a recent high school graduate from Michigan who will attend Michigan State University to study Fisheries, Wildlife and Forestry. 

The Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies commends the Senate for advancing high priority conservation provisions included in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This week, the full Senate approved the bipartisan infrastructure package by a vote of 69-30, priming reauthorization for critical programs including the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund and the Abandoned Mine Land Trust Fund while creating historic funding sources for terrestrial and aquatic species passage.

“On behalf of our state agencies and the nation’s millions of hunters and anglers they serve, we thank the Senate and the bipartisan negotiators behind this package for their commitment to conservation,” said Sara Parker Pauley, Director of the Missouri Department of Conservation and President of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. “We thank the Senate Committee on Commerce for advancing reauthorization of the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund through 2026, particularly Committee Chair Cantwell and Ranking Member Wicker for their leadership.”

For over 70 years, the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund has provided funding for important aquatic conservation, access, and safety projects. This reauthorization will direct more than $650 million of user-generated fees every year to make sure this critical work can continue.

“Building even further on the successful legacy of Dingell-Johnson, the additional funding provided for aquatic organism passage is a generational victory for conservation and these provisions will set the stage for the development of ecologically and economically sustainable infrastructure for years to come,” added Parker Pauley.

“This legislation is filled with the foresight we need to meet unprecedented challenges,” said Ron Regan, Executive Director for the Association. “We are deeply grateful to Chairman Carper, Ranking Member Capito, and the Committee on Environment and Public Works for recognizing and providing for the needs of terrestrial and aquatic species within transportation funding. Habitat connectivity provisions like the Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program offer the best possible return on investment for Americans, ensuring multi-benefit solutions to critical issues of public safety, infrastructure resilience, and robust species populations.”

EDGEFIELD, S.C.—The National Wild Turkey Federation renewed its partnership with TriStar Arms, aiming to increase hunting participation nationwide.

Through the partnership renewal, TriStar is an official NWTF National Mentored Hunt sponsor. Hundreds of state and local NWTF chapters across the country host mentored hunts that introduce new or lapsed hunters to the outdoors.

NWTF’s mentored hunts entail a learning and safety course, the hunt itself and, often, a how-to wild gaming cooking component. NWTF state and local chapters host these events throughout the year for a variety of game animals, including wild turkeys, deer and dove, among others.

TriStar is also a sponsor for the NWTF Mentored Hunt Incentive Program, which encourages people to continue to mentor new hunters outside of NWTF mentored hunts.

“Having dedicated partners like TriStar is critical in combating the decline in hunting participation,” NWTF CEO Becky Humphries said. “We are proud to continue our partnership with TriStar and, together, leverage resources, expertise and dedication to ensure hunters continue to serve as America’s leading conservationists today and long into the future.”

Industry Day at the Range has announced that exhibitors are now able to submit requests for media members and buyers to be formally invited to the 2022 event. The last day to submit an invitation request is September 15, 2021, so Industry Day at the Range urges interested exhibitors to register for the event now to secure their spot and have an opportunity to invite media and buyers before the cutoff date.

In order to attend Industry Day at the Range, media members and buyers must be selected by a registered exhibitor in order to receive a formal invitation. Those wishing to attend are encouraged to reach out personally to exhibitors  before September 15, 2021 to request to be included on the company’s invitation list. 

Those interested in exhibiting in 2022 still have time to register online, but exhibitor space is extremely limited. Remaining exhibitor spaces include the “100 to 1,000 yard” and “200 to 500 yard” range spaces. More information about exhibiting is available here.

2022 Event Details

Industry Day at the Range will take place at the Boulder Rifle and Pistol Club in Boulder City, Nevada on Monday, January 17, 2022 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.—one day prior to SHOT Show®. Each year, several of the industry’s most notable brands, manufacturers and organizations come together to give media and buyers an opportunity to test and evaluate new products. Media will have all-day access from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and buyers will have access from 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) will provide bus transportation to and from the range from various Las Vegas hotels.

Fishing is fun and a great way to spend time outdoors, but you don’t want to come home empty-handed—you want to bring home a few of the hard-fighting, bragging fish from your escapade.

Unfortunately, fish flesh deteriorates rapidly after the fish dies, and when you have one bad fish in your pack, chances are it will spoil all of the others, and you don’t want this.

To enjoy a fresh, scrumptious fishmeal, you should strive to keep the fish as fresh as possible.

Are you wondering how to keep fish fresh while fishing? It’s actually easier than you think, and there are plenty of ways you can go about it. Some of these ways include:

Ice the fish

It doesn’t get easier than this, and the beauty is that ice fish has excellent flavor and texture.

Apparel maker Makalot Industrial Co (聚陽實業) yesterday said that pretax profit grew more than 25 percent year-on-year last month, buoyed by a rapid recovery in demand as nations eased COVID-19 restrictions.

Profit expanded for a second consecutive month to NT$263.34 million (US$9.28 million) last month, compared with NT$210.18 billion in January last year, Makalot said in a filing with the Taiwan Stock Exchange.

That represented monthly growth of 26 percent from NT$208.85 million.

Makalot Industrial Co chairman Frank Chou is pictured at the Medical Taiwan International Medical, Health and Care Exhibition in Taipei on Oct. 15 last year. The company yesterday reported pretax profit expanded for a second consecutive month to NT$263.34 million last month, compared with NT$210.18 billion in January last year.

Earnings before tax jumped to NT$1.2 per share last month, from NT$0.945 a month earlier and NT$0.955 a year earlier, company data showed.

People’s exercise habits have changed dramatically in the wake of the global coronavirus pandemic, and fitness equipment manufacturers are paying attention.

“This crisis is a turning point,” Simon Wang, executive vice president of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), said in his introductory comments during a council-sponsored Smart Fitness Online Product Launch on April 28. “People have been paying more attention to their health since the outbreak.”

As a result, demand for fitness equipment that can help more people commit to an exercise routine is higher than ever. To that end, several fitness company manufacturers that make products in Taiwan stepped up to develop equipment and gear that meet the needs of a changing global marketplace. Taiwan exports more than $1 billion worth of fitness equipment every year, which accounts for a 10 percent global market share.

The Smart Fitness Online Product Launch appeared on YouTube and featured five fitness companies recently honored with the Taiwan Excellence Awards for offering “innovative value” with products “made in Taiwan.” They included the following manufacturers:

• Johnson Health Tech, Inc.

Cutting-edge fitness tech, smart exercise equipment, smart clothing, and more to be featured during event

As exercise habits evolved dramatically over the last year, Taiwan innovators have stepped up to develop products and services leveraging unique digital solutions to meet the needs of the global marketplace.

To spotlight these timely innovations, Taiwan Excellence today announced its Smart Fitness Online Product Launch to be live-streamed on its YouTube channel on April 28, 2021, 10 a.m. UTC-5. Hosted by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), the event features presentations from five of Taiwan’s most inventive fitness industry leaders – including Johnson Health Technology, Makalot Industrial. Ltd, Strength Master Fitness Tech Co., Ltd, Netown Corp., and Gee Hoo Industrial Corp.

Taiwan’s entrepreneurs have been creating cutting-edge fitness equipment for decades, supporting the world’s ever-evolving fitness landscape through high-quality, smart exercise equipment to virtual and immersive technologies. Taiwan exports more than US$1 billion worth of fitness equipment worldwide every year, making up a significant 10 percent market share of all global fitness equipment exports.

This 2021 product launch focuses on a full array of smart products, including gym solutions, fitness equipment, and apparel. It will feature these five influential companies from Taiwan’s fitness industry: