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Hi Mountain Seasonings continues to celebrate its 30th Anniversary this year with another great giveaway – “The Jerky Knife & 30th Anniversary Cutting Board Giveaway.” One lucky winner will take home a beautifully crafted Limited Edition North American Black Walnut solid wood cutting board that measures 11”x17”x1” thick and has been specially designed carefully crafted with a grooved channel to catch juices when carving meat. The winner will also take home an Outdoor Edge knife featuring a surgically sharp, high-carbon, 420 stainless steel blade and an easy-grip, ergonomic, nonslip rubberized Kraton Handle. Suggested retail value of the package is $75.

This Anniversary Giveaway starts tomorrow and runs through September 24th. Entering to win is simple. Simply go to the Hi Mountain Seasonings Facebook Page and click on the promotion or just visit https://woobox.com/vrhuco. When prompted, fill in your name and email address and you are entered into the contest. One entry per person, but you can gain more entries by sharing the contest. When you enter the contest you will be given a unique URL. When a new participant enters the Giveaway via that unique URL the originator will be awarded three extra entries into the contest.

The lucky winner of the “Jerky Knife and 30th Anniversary Cutting Board Giveaway” will be notified via email. Be sure to join in the anniversary celebration and enter the contest – and share the contest for more chances to win!

This is just one of many 30 Year Anniversary specials that Hi Mountain Seasonings will be promoting this the year. Be sure to check the Hi Mountain Seasonings Facebook page and website frequently to learn about other exciting giveaways and specials.

Hi Mountain’s entire line of products, cooking tips, instructional videos and recipes are also available at  www.himtnjerky.com. Hi Mountain products also can be found at high-end sporting-goods stores, farm-and-ranch stores and many local grocery stores.

LINCOLN, Neb. – There are more than a million acres of publicly accessible lands throughout Nebraska. The recently published 2021-2022 Public Access Atlas identifies and consolidates these public access resources for the benefit of Nebraska’s hunters, trappers and anglers.

Printed copies of this year’s atlas are available at Nebraska Game and Parks Commission headquarters and soon will be available in its district offices and service centers, as well as wherever hunt and fish permits are sold. To request a printed copy of the atlas or other Game and Parks’ guides or publications, visit OutdoorNebraska.org/BrochureRequests.

The Public Access Atlas also is available online at OutdoorNebraska.org/PublicAccessAtlas in several different formats: Interactive atlas map, offline atlas (mobile-friendly), digital flipbook, Google Earth KMZ files and downloadable single map sheets.

The atlas is updated annually and displays all publicly accessible lands throughout the state, including state, federal and conservation partner lands.

Private lands enrolled in Game and Parks’ Open Fields and Waters Program also are included in the atlas. Open Fields and Waters provides financial incentives to private landowners willing to allowing walk-in, public access for hunting, trapping and/or fishing. Finding places to hunt and fish is a challenge for today’s hunters and anglers but, thanks to Nebraska’s landowners, more than 370,000 acres of private lands are available through this voluntary program.

Gear Up for Hunting Season with DSG’s Warmest, Most Versatile Hunting Set for Women

Madison, WI – DSG Outerwear, premier makers of the most technical, high-performance and size-inclusive hunting apparel for women, is proud to announce the newest edition to its ever-popular Kylie line of cold-weather hunting apparel, the new Kylie 4.0 3- in-1 Hunting Jacket and Drop Seat Bib. The most versatile of the line, the new jacket and bib set will help female hunters gear up for all scenarios from cold to cooler weather hunts to casual wear around camp. DSG Outerwear is taking pre-orders now for the set available in five colorways, including three popular Realtree® camo patterns and sizes from petite to plus.

The new Kylie 4.0 3-in-1 Jacket is DSG’s most adaptable cold-weather piece, allowing hunters to add or remove layers based on temperature needs. The Kylie can be worn three different ways. For maximum warmth on colder days, hunters can layer the included removable fleece liner under the outer shell. For slightly warmer days, wearers can sport just the outer shell or just the inner fleece as a stylish casual piece.

The quiet brushed waterproof and windproof Kylie 4.0 outer shell is constructed from 100 grams of thin profile insulation for lightweight warmth when worn alone or added insulation when paired with the included fleece liner. The fabric is treated with DWR to help shed water along with 100% full taped seems to keep you dry should inclement weather come into play as it often does during later season hunts. The jacket also features an adjustable and removable hood; interior Lycra® wrist gaiters with thumb holes; plus, large hand-warmer cargo pockets with hidden snap closure flaps and side entry pockets. Its large center front zipper incorporates windflap hidden snaps to securely close the jacket and further keep cold temperatures out.

To seamlessly transform the two Kylie 4.0 pieces into one incredibly functioning warm jacket, simply zip the inner fleece liner into the outer shell and secure it in place with the available anchors. When you’re back from the hunt, the fleece liner alone is a cute and functional casual piece with a large center front zipper and zipped hand-warmer pockets.

Savage Arms is proud to announce a the latest installment of its Savage Journeys project: Growing Up on 3-Gun. This profile features Logan Toland, a promising young 3-Gun competitor and the network of family support required for a commitment to shooting sports.

Savage Arms Marketing Director Beth Shimanski met Toland at a Generation III Gun match in 2018. His determination and cooperative spirit inspired Shimanski. She recognized his potential and admired his focus and attention to detail. “The passion he showed for new disciplines was astounding,” Shimanski noted. “He dove in to learn as much as he could and reached out to others to create long-term relationships with other competitors.”

“Finding someone you can lean on for input and who will tell it to you straight is so important,” Toland’s mentor and Savage ambassador Josh Froelich added.  “It’s our job to help new shooters and new sportsmen in the community and show them how to be professional, quality additions to the sport.”

“Take the competitive side of Logan away, and you find a young man who simply wants to help bring more people into the shooting space,” Shimanski said. “The shooting sports are full of passionate people who just want to share their passion with others and Logan is one of those people.” 

Toland’s Savage Journey is live at https://savagearms.com/blog?p=growing-up-on-3-gun-savage-journeys.

Spring Hill, Tenn.—Union glazier Zach Galis of Derwood, Maryland, swaps his well-used scattergun for a long-range rifle in his quest for free range aoudad in the desert mountains of west Texas on an episode of Brotherhood Outdoors airing this week on Sportsman Channel.

A member of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) Local 963, Galis is an avid waterfowler and occasional whitetail hunter in his home state. He first learned of the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA) as a teenager when he attended the USA’s Capital Area Sporting Clays Shoot with his dad in 2009.

While more accustomed to a shotgun, Galis gets comfortable with a long-range rifle before burning ATV fuel and boot leather with USA’s Forrest Parker and guide Tucker Lehr in his quest for desert sheep in the remote Texas highlands. When they spot a mature ram, the trio must climb to 4,000 feet to get into position for a shot.

“Never in my life did I dream that I’d be here,” said Galis. “Thank you USA, Brotherhood Outdoors, and my union for giving me this opportunity. It was the hunt of a lifetime—without a doubt.”

Catch every minute of Galis’ exciting hunt for Texas aoudad when Brotherhood Outdoors airs on the Sportsman Channel Tuesday, Aug. 24 at 4 p.m. Eastern with re-airings on Friday at 11:30 a.m., Saturday at 1:30 a.m. and Sunday, Aug. 29 at 11 a.m.

CAMP PERRY, Ohio – Maj. Samuel Freeman, 37, of the National Guard All Guard Rifle team, was the overall competitor of the 2021 President’s Rifle Match – firing a score of 396-19X. The match was part of the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) National Rifle Matches at Camp Perry and has been a prestigious part of the annual event for over 40 years.

“It felt wonderful,” Freeman said of his return to the National Matches after missing last year’s cancelled event.

Freeman is a long-time competitor of the National Matches, making his debut in 1997 as a junior and even taking the Small Arms Firing School in 1995 at 11 years old.

“This is what I did as a kid,” he said. “I didn’t play a lot of baseball or play football – this was my sport, service rifle shooting. So, this (the National Matches) was the big culminating event.”

Freeman has fired in the President’s Rifle Match several times throughout his career, reaching as high as fourth in the esteemed 20-person shootoff held at the conclusion of the match. At this year’s event, he felt confident in his zeroes but was still concerned with the wind blowing 10 miles-per-hour directly into his face on the 200 yard line during the standing portion. The wind improved during the rapid fire stage at the 300, which caused Freeman to underestimate the conditions at the slow-fire 600-yard phase and led to a break into the 9-ring.

Sonobo Delivers Best-in-Class, Audiophile Sound to Provide Breathtaking Audio

With dozens of wireless earphones on the market, it may be hard to determine what is truly the best. To finally put an answer to that question, Sonobo today announced that it is releasing the Sonobo line-up of Earphones, the most advanced True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earphones available. By delivering best-in-class sound quality combined with the safest listening experience, Sonobo is setting the bar for the entire wireless earphone industry.

Sonobo produces breathtaking audiophile sound with next generation full-range precision speakers carefully tuned by recording engineers, available in One, Pro and Elite models. Available now on Kickstarter, the crowdfunding campaign, managed by The LaunchPad Agency, features early-bird specials starting at $99. The Kickstarter campaign can be seen HERE.

GunSonics

Sonobo One’s GunSonics protection is the safest way to shoot by offering the only electronic hearing protection circuit that blocks 100% of gunshot blasts and other loud noises. Users can wear their passive over-ear protectors over Sonobo to enjoy the highest level of double hearing protection and, unlike previous double protection methods, the wearer can hear everything around them enhanced, from the release of a clay pigeon to the breaking of a twig, while loud gunshots are heard at below talking level.

The 2021 honor provides the company with a decade-long ranking history with Inc. 5000

Delta Defense, LLC is pleased to announce that Inc. magazine ranked the organization No. 3,127 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Intuit, Zappos, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

As the service provider for the United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA), Delta Defense, LLC  saw an astounding amount of growth over the past three years. As the world grappled with unforeseen circumstances, Delta Defense, LLC continued to grow its organization in 2020 and rounded out its three-year growth at 120%. On top of the national ranking, Delta Defense, LLC ranked No. 30 in top Wisconsin organizations. 

“We are honored to be a part of the Inc. 5000 for the tenth year in a row,” said Tim Schmidt, CEO of Delta Defense, LLC. “To be an organization that has been ranked annually for a decade is a testament to the mission and employees at Delta Defense, LLC. We are proud of what this organization has been able to accomplish in the past decade and look forward to continued success while providing USCCA members world-class service.” 

“The 2021 Inc. 5000 list feels like one of the most important rosters of companies ever compiled,” says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. “Building one of the fastest-growing companies in America in any year is a remarkable achievement. Building one in the crisis we’ve lived through is just plain amazing. This kind of accomplishment comes with hard work, smart pivots, great leadership, and the help of a whole lot of people.”

The Fall 2021 SENTRY Products Group Catalog features new products from SENTRY’s leading categories including Hexmag, Gunnar Series Tactical Nylon, Slings, Packs, and concealed carry holsters.

SENTRY Products Group, a leading manufacturer and distributor of products focused on protection, storage, and transportation of outdoor, military, and law enforcement equipment, have launched their 2021 mid-year Catalog. This has been mailed directly to distribution partners, consumers, and is also available to view or download at  www.sentrytactical.com.

“Our normal pace is to introduce a catalog in December to support SHOT Show and other trade events, however, this year so many new products had been added since January, it was difficult to distribute the amount of information without producing a mid-year catalog. To speed information flow, we elected to send these direct to our dealers, distribution partners and consumers,” Terry Naughton, president of SENTRY Products commented. “The catalog is divided into product categories for Magazines, On Gun Accessories, Plate Carriers, Belts and Pouches, Slings, Optic and Firearm Covers, Holsters, Cleaning and Lubrication, Bags and Packs, and OEM Programs. The catalog also brings acquisition product categories like Hexmag magazines and Sentry Solutions lubricants under the SENTRY banner,” concluded Naughton.

With many of the SENTRY products having been developed for warfighters, product evolution continues to demonstrate SENTRY’s mission to integrate actual field and combat experience into the design and manufacturing of their multiple product lines. 

Highlights of the catalog include:

Anyone can get in over their head, regardless of how good or experienced of a hunter you are. I have heard so many raccoon hunting stories. Some good, some bad and some that are just unbelievable to the point that you don’t even want to listen. But I didn’t hear the one I’m fixin’ to tell you. I witnessed it firsthand. 

For a little background, Ole’ Dan, the dog we were hunting with was about nine or 10-years-old. When he was young, he won the high point Blue Tick Male category at the National Winter Classic out of 885 total dogs two years in a row. This was such a solid dog that, when he opened his mouth, you knew that there was a ringtail bandit fixin’ to run up a tree. 

The grandfather of my 18-year-old son’s girlfriend at the time was talking to him at one of their family gatherings and telling Lane (my son) of his coon hunting days and that he had not been coon hunting in like 50 years. Of course, with the manners that I have bestowed upon him, Lane extends the invite to the woods sometime. Well, the grandfather said he had 1,500 acres of timber, and that the coons were eating all his deer corn and wanted them thinned out. So, they arranged a time and we met the next week to take him on a ring tail hunt to show him how good ole’ Dan was. Keep in mind that when you are talking to folks who know dogs and have been in the coon hunting woods, they are always reluctant when you tell them that you have a good coon hound. 

After all the formalities of meeting and discussing the lay of the land, we cut ole’ Dan loose. He went only about 50 yards and struck, which means that he opened his mouth with a very loud tone to say, “Hey, I’ll have him treed in a minute or two.” Within about five minutes Dan is looking up with a long locating bark and then several short choppy barks to say, “Hey, where y’all at? I’m down here with the meat on the outside.”  

After we drove over to the sight, we were only about 100 yards from ole’ Dan, but it was 100 yards up an extremely steep hill. When we arrive at the tree, Lane is there waiting on us and has the coon found and was excited as a 10-year-old. The coon was at least 35 pounds. I told him that when he takes the final shot, to make sure he had a good one and to shoot it dead. We didn’t want ole’ Dan to get hurt or have to fight the coon. So, I hold the light on the coon and Lane raises his .22 caliber rifle. Being the crack shot that he is, Lane pulls the trigger it appears that the coon is fixin’ to fall out dead. 

In recent times, more people are opting for a fishing kayak to a fishing boat, and this is no coincidence. Kayaks can have many advantages over boats, like more exclusivity, less weight, more economical, and a healthy recreational habit. This is not to say fishing boats do not still have their advantages, so what is the better option between a fishing and boat kayak?

Fishing Kayaks

Fishing kayaks are mainly categorized as sit-on-top kayaks and sit-in kayaks. Some of the main benefits of kayak fishing include the fact that it helps with fitness and workouts, it is relatively cheaper to buy and maintain, its parts and supplies do not cost as much as a boat, plus it is very quiet and offers more relaxation. Some benefits of fishing kayaks are

More Economical and better value for money

Boats are not only more expensive, but they also consume more fuel, are expensive to maintain, and also the filing and registration process can be quite expensive too. You can hardly maintain a boat under a budget, as most of the parts can run into hundreds of dollars, apart from fuel and maintenance costs. As a result, boats are a very large investment, with some costing as much as $10,000.

Kayaks, on the other hand, are much simpler to maintain and require minimal supervision. You can check out https://www.meltontackle.com/kayaks/fishing-kayaks for fishing kayak options at affordable prices, along with supplies, buying guides, and much-needed information on how to maintain your fishing kayak.

Good for staying fit and working out

Kayaks are very good for relaxing and enjoying a quiet fishing experience. They are not as difficult to steer as boats, and this allows them to be easily navigable across many water bodies.

How to Keep Your Hunting Rifle Safe at Home?

There are more guns in the country now than there are people. Hence keeping a firearm in your home for safety has never been more important. So, if you’ve decided to keep one at home, first ensure the family’s safety from it as well.

Learning how to keep your hunting rifle safe at home is vital for everyone’s safety at home, especially if there are children. However, figuring out the ideal way to keep the gun safe at home is tricky. That’s why this article will revisit your options and suggest some necessary tips.

Things to Consider Before Keeping a Gun at Home

Before deciding on the ways of keeping the gun safe from everybody, you need to consider some other factors as well.

Winchester Ammunition has renewed its support of the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) as a Red Diamond Sponsor in 2022. This three-year agreement through 2024 is a continuation of Winchester Ammunition’s long-term support of the youth shooting sports program. The announcement follows the conclusion of the 2021 SCTP National Championship, which was the largest ever in SCTP history and the largest shoot ever hosted at the Cardinal Shooting Center. In addition to the continued support of the team-based youth shooting sports organization, Winchester Ammunition also continues as the official ammunition of the SCTP and the SCTP International Team, which is made up of the top 15 SCTP youth shooters in the international disciplines of skeet and bunker trap.

“Winchester continues to demonstrate industry leadership with its commitment to the growth of the shooting sports and organizations like SCTP,” said Matt Campbell, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Winchester Ammunition. “The SCTP leadership, coaches and young athletes drive excitement into the shooting sports … it’s a model that we are proud to support.”

“Winchester Ammunition’s unwavering sponsorship is an inspiration to continually improve opportunities for youth development and take youth shooting sports further with each season,” beamed SCTP National Director, Tom Wondrash. “With 2020 being an unprecedented year of uncertainty, the SCTP family of teams, sponsors, and supporters instead worked together to bounce back in 2021 for unprecedented success. Our community is incredible, and we thank Winchester Ammunition for being such an integral part of everyone’s success at the program level, all the way down to the individual SCTP athlete.”

About the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation
The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF) is 501(c)(3) public charity responsible for all aspects of the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) and Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) across the United States. The SCTP and SASP are youth development programs in which adult coaches and other volunteers use shooting sports to teach and to demonstrate sportsmanship, responsibility, honesty, ethics, integrity, teamwork, and other positive life skills.

The mission of the SSSF is to provide and enhance personal growth and development opportunities for student athlete members; become the premier authority in all things pertaining to firearm-related pursuits for youth; pass on to future generations the legacy of lifelong, safe, responsible enjoyment of the shooting sports. This includes serving as a feeder/pipeline for organized, sanctioned shooting organizations and teams.

Lightweight Durability Combines with Quality and Good Looks for the Perfect Blade to Bring Outdoors

Ontario Knife Company® (OKC®), the award-winning cutlery maker with a more than a 130-year history of making some of the best knives on the market, is proud to announce the addition of the OKC Hiking Knife to its line of fixed blades for outdoor enthusiasts. Both lightweight and durable with a slim profile and sleek-looking Micarta handle, the new Hiking Knife will be your trusted companion when tackling any cutting task outdoors.

“Whether you’re out for a day hike or exploring one of our nation’s many beautiful national parks, having a quality, trusted blade on hand while you hit the trails can come in handy,” said David Fenske, Vice President of Ontario Knife Company. “The new OKC Hiking Knife is functional, sleek-looking, and made with quality lightweight materials making it THE trusted tool for your next excursion outdoors,” he added.

Weighing a mere 5 ounces, the new OKC Hiking Knife is a lightweight fixed blade knife that won’t weigh you down or let you down. In fact, its slim profile makes it perfect for tossing in your pack or wearing on your belt so you can tackle even the toughest terrain without the extra weight. Not only is it easy to carry, the OKC Hiking Knife has an overall length of 8.2-inches with a full-tang, 3.4-inch drop point blade made from quality 420HC stainless steel for impressive cutting precision.

Perhaps the Hiking Knife’s most eye-catching feature is its handle. It features a unique, outdoors-inspired design with artistic coloring that resembles a topo map. Of course, it doesn’t just look good, the handle is extremely functional too as it’s made with quality Micarta, which makes for a solid grip, even when wet. An important feature when faced with the elements outdoors. The quality continues beyond the blade and handle, with its included leather sheath with belt loop for convenient storage and an easy carry. The new OKC Hiking Knife is proudly made in the USA.

Houston Safari Club Foundation recently awarded its annual scholarships as part of the Dan L Duncan Scholarship program. Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) is committed to furthering the education of students pursuing careers in the outdoors, supporting the future of tomorrow’s conservation leaders and protecting the future of hunting.

HSCF’s Dan L. Duncan Scholarship Program annually awards scholarships to students currently involved in the study of Wildlife Management, Range Management, or related studies. This year, 19 scholarships were awarded in the total amount of $78,500. Since the program’s inception in 1999, 638 scholarships have been awarded, totaling over $2.78 million dollars. HSCF proudly recognizes and encourages students, who have exhibited academic excellence and exemplary character, through our prestigious scholarship program. HSCF understands the future of conservation depends on the education of bright and gifted scholars who will work to protect hunter’s rights and wildlife conservation for decades to come. Many past HSCF scholarship recipients have become some of the top thought leaders, decision makers, educators, and research scientists in the conservation world.

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.

SilencerCo will be attending the Buckmasters Expo on August 20, 2021 – August 22, 2021 in Montgomery, Alabama. The show is geared specifically toward deer hunters, and SilencerCo plans to feature their hunting-specific silencers at booth numbers 289 and 290. 

Silencers are an important tool for hunters to maintain stealth, reduce recoil and muzzle signature and protect themselves from hearing damage. SilencerCo offers a wide range of suppressors that meet the specific needs of hunters, with the most popular being the Harvester 300, the Omega 300 and the Omega 36M. These products will be featured at their Buckmasters Expo booth.

The Harvester 300, like its name describes, is a purpose-built suppressor designed with the hunter in mind. It is rated up to .300 WIN, but will accommodate all of the most commonly used hunting calibers between .223 REM and .300 WIN. It’s 17-4 heat-treated, stainless baffles and aluminum tubing make it lightweight, yet strong enough for all hunting needs.

For hunters looking for a heavy-duty use suppressor, the Omega 300 and Omega 36M are slightly heavier than the Harvester, but do offer more versatility. Both the Omega 300 and Omega 36M are world-class suppressors commonly used for both recreational and tactical shooting. The Omega 36M is the most adaptable suppressor currently available, allowing for short and long lengths and accommodating calibers ranging from .22 Hornet up to .338 LM. 

“Come by booth 289 and see us!  We look forward to discussing the benefits of hunting suppressed with you,” said hunting enthusiast and SilencerCo Marketing Manager, Brooklee Grant.

Alexandria, Va. – Tired of those fuzzy video conference call backgrounds and working indoors? Maybe it’s time to move your office outside to your backyard.

“I have an outdoor office and enjoy working outside every day with my dog, Mutt Mulligan, nearby,” said Kris Kiser, President and CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation, an environmental education and stewardship program that encourages outdoor living and caring for green spaces. Mulligan (“Mo-Mo”) is the TurfMutt spokesdog for the foundation. 

With the COVID-19 pandemic keeping more Americans working at home, Kiser points out that outdoor offices offer a way to de-stress and enjoy nature while focusing on tasks at hand. Plus, it jazzes up those videoconference call backgrounds. 

Many companies also are recognizing the benefits of outdoor offices and are now adding outdoor office features to their corporate campuses, encouraging employees to meet and work outside.

The TurfMutt Foundation offers the following tips to help you keep your home outdoor office operational from fall into the winter months.

Winchester announces its extension through 2024 as the official ammunition of the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP).

“Winchester continues to demonstrate industry leadership with its commitment to the growth of the shooting sports and organizations like SCTP,” said Matt Campbell, vice president of sales and marketing for Winchester Ammunition. “The SCTP leadership, coaches and young athletes drive excitement into the shooting sports. It’s a model we are proud to support.”

The shooting sports continue to see an unprecedented level of participation in 2021, with perhaps none growing quite as fast as SCTP.  

“It has certainly been an interesting year for our program, but we have adapted and kept kids shooting all across the United States,” said Tom Wondrash, national executive director for SCTP. “The overall support provided by Winchester Ammunition is unprecedented and certainly appreciated. Our athletes and coaches on the SCTP International Team are excited to have the Winchester Ammunition brand and products as part of the team’s events. We greatly value the support of Winchester Ammunition and depend on it to continue reaching youths and recruiting them into the shooting sports.”

SCTP has had incredible success establishing youth shooting teams across the country, recruiting a very diverse group of young individuals and teaching them how fun the shooting sports are. Winchester has supported this mission from the beginning but in recent years has committed to the highest level of sponsor support. Winchester has provided such consistent and meaningful support that the SCTP has given them the exclusive title as the official ammunition of the Scholastic Clay Target Program.

Functional Fabric Fair in Portland, Oregon — October 27-28

Altexa srl and GHS Holdings announces the launch of HDry® ‘b5’ a bio-based, waterproof laminate, for the Summer- Fall Market season 2021. HDry® will be attended the in-person Outdoor Retailer show in Denver, Colorado, August 10-12, and will attend the Functional Fabric Fair in Portland, Oregon, October 27-28.

New brands are on board and feed back is positive for HDry, the most advanced technology for waterproofing outdoor products through direct 3D lamination of a waterproof-breathable membrane. It’s another step forward in ecological technology for “direct lamination,” in waterproof outdoor performance products.

HDry is committed to its role in protecting the environment. Its innovative manufacturing processes and materials used throughout the lamination process are well above industry standards and aim to reduce the environmental footprint of the outdoor and apparel manufacturing industries. The new HDry ‘b5’ bio-based membrane offers the opportunity to reduce dependence from fossil fuels on a high-end active performance gear with a high bio-content rate (53%), resulting in the highest range of responsible technical performance.

“This new bio-based version of our membrane at HDry replaces the majority of the petroleum in our process with a non-edible bio-based corn derivative, we are working to maintain our premium performance characteristics where waterproof-breathable performance is concerned, while at the same time reducing the negative environmental impact our product has on the ecosystem,” says Gary Schloss with GHS Holdings, distributor to HDry NA. ”We are working hard to set our brand apart from market competition with an alternative that offers best in class protection from the elements while continuing to build on our sustainability story.”

For years, SPRO® has brought anglers across the fishing spectrum a series of multispecies tackle items that are invariably the best in their class. Often overlooked is SPRO’s series of waterproof tackle boxes that live up to those same standards. 

SPRO’s 3500, 3700 and 3700D share a distinctive black-tinted exterior and lime-green latches, but their similarities don’t stop at appearances. Inside, they feature layouts that are easily adjustable both vertically and horizontally to organize and separate your precious lures, and the compartments are tight-fitting to preclude unnecessary mixing. But that’s not all. These boxes come with a waterproof seal that prevents moisture intrusion and keeps your lures rust-free. Even if you drop the box, it won’t open; another measure taken with your convenience and wallet in mind.

The three boxes come in popular sizes that will fit in your hand, your tackle bag, or just about any boat compartment.

The 3500 is 10” x 7.4” x 1.87” and retails for $8.50.

The 3700 is 14” x 9” x 2” and retails for $11.50.