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(Develops mobile app to prevent Veteran suicide)

TULSA, OK. – DC Project Founder Dianna Muller commented, “As an organization that touts firearm safety, we applaud our Suicide Prevention Educator, Kathleen Gilligan, winning a $1 million grant for her Sentinel mobile app. It will have a vast impact not only for Veterans but in preventing countless suicides.” Muller said, “For years, the DC Project has maintained firearm owners have meaningful solutions to reduce firearms deaths, and this is an outstanding example.”  

Kathleen Gilligan and her business partner were the recipients of a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, fielded from more than 1,300 concept submissions. 

Sentinel is a Veteran suicide prevention customizable mobile app. It combines lethal means restriction with real-time support of a trusted safety team. Sentinel is a highly scalable application designed to reduce Veteran suicide. It encourages safe storage of firearms and medications, while facilitating strong connections with other Veterans, family, and friends. Sentinel is ideally successful when partnered with a basic suicide education one-hour class included in the app program.

Gilligan stated, “Winning the grant to help prevent Veteran suicide is an honor and privilege that allows us to make a real difference in the lives of those who have served our country.” Gilligan added, “Being able to contribute to the health and well-being of our Veterans is an incredible opportunity to serve those who have served. Sentinel is the gift that supports Veterans daily to practice the safe storage of their firearms and medications.” 

These Exclusive Bundles Feature Five Magazines and Key Performance Upgrades at No Additional Cost

FN America, LLC is pleased to announce the release of four new promotional pistol bundles for the FN 509® and FNX-45 Tactical that include upgrades like the FN 509 flat-faced trigger and fiber optic front sight. Each pistol includes five magazines packaged inside a premium FN zippered range bag at no added cost. These exclusive bundles will be sold through authorized FN distributors and retailers and are available for a limited time only.

Each pistol will be packaged with three additional extended capacity magazines, where applicable, for a total of five per pistol. The FN 509 Tactical, FN 509 Compact and FN 509 MRD will feature FN’s custom flat-faced precision trigger that breaks vertically at 90 degrees while the FN 509 MRD FOS will feature the green fiber optic front sight found only on the FN Edge Series models.

FN 5 Mag Pistol Bundle Details:

These added accessories and upgrades will be offered at no additional cost to the retail price of the standard models but will be a one-time production run and available only for a short period of time. To purchase, look for the black branded band around the grip at your local retailer. Visit fnamerica.com/promotions/5mags/ to learn more.

Museum Artifacts to Benefit New Record Book Edition

Pope and Young has long been the voice for Bowhunters who choose to pursue North American big game animals, under rules of Fair Chase, with a bow and arrow. Bowhunting is not just in our blood, it is a passion that we hope to share with others who can learn our traditions, while helping us evolve with new ideas and concepts; ensuring that bowhunting remains strong in the future. We want you to be part of our heritage and help Preserve, Protect, and Promote bowhunting, and our organization, for future generations.

Every six years, the club publishes the most complete and accurate record book of North American big game animals taken with a bow and arrow. In 2023, we will produce the 9th edition of our record book, which will be a two-book series, documenting over 120,000 animals taken by Bowhunters since the early 1900’s. This document serves as the official data base for many game and fish departments who utilize the information for game management purposes, while serving as proof that the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation works.

Pope and Young is proud to announce their Record Book Benefit Auction that will include some incredible bowhunting artifacts from the Pope and Young Museum. With all proceeds from the auction going to support the publication of 9th Edition Record Book, you’re not only adding to your bowhunting collection, but making a substantial difference in the history of bowhunting. With bidding now live, go online to register, and place your bid HERE. Bidding will go through February 28th, so make sure and get your bid in on these once in a lifetime items. 

The Pope and Young Club has evolved from not only a record keeping organization, but also a strong conservation organization that deeply cares about habitat and its wildlife.  We continually work with other conservation organizations, wildlife agencies, and industry leaders by providing our records (data points). Subsequently, this data is often used and seen all over the world by not only Club members, but the hunting public who wants to view ‘the book.’

One of GPO’s best-selling ultra-premium riflescopes, the SPECTRA 6X 1.5-9x44i, is now available with the all-purpose G4i reticle. This popular illuminated reticle was designed to enhance the shooter’s ability to make fast and accurate shot placements even in the lowest light conditions. It is powered by the proprietary iCONTROL illumination system which can be adjusted between barely visible for low-light conditions or extremely bright for daylight use. The system automatically powers down the illumination when the electronic module has been stationary for more than three hours and it alerts the user when the battery has 15 percent power remaining. This scope is also available with the G4i Drop reticle.

Compact and lightweight, the 1.5-9x44i riflescope allows for quick shooting on fast moving targets at close range. Carefully designed with a 30mm main tube, proprietary GPObright high-transmission lens coating technology, PassionDrop hydrophobic exterior lens coatings and a double HD glass objective lens are a few of the key features of the SPECTRA 1.5-9x44i riflescope.

This scope has clockwise rotating cm click turrets with solid knurled knobs that make them easy to grab in any hunting situation. A blank turret is also available for those that want to customize a turret. The scope is dust-proof, waterproof, nitrogen-filled, provides constant point-of-impact and is recognized for its strength and durability. It comes standard with an instruction manual, cleaning cloth, bikini scope cover, and a CR2032 battery. All GPO products purchased in the USA include the GPO, USA Spectacular Lifetime Warranty. Full details of this industry-changing warranty can be found at www.gpo-usa.com.

The SPECTRA 1.5-9x44i with the G4i reticle will be available this Spring at retailers nationwide and at www.gpo-usa.com. Suggested retail price for the riflescope is $949.99.

About GPO USA
GPO USA, an American company, was founded on the premise that design, engineering, and quality control can be 100 percent conducted in Germany to its strictest standards, yet products can be assembled at some of the largest production facilities around the world. This unique production process allows GPO to offer the highest quality products with better features at a significantly better price. GPO USA is confident that its products will not only function perfectly but will always exceed its customer expectations. Therefore, GPO USA has created an industry-leading Spectacular Lifetime Warranty. With outstanding professional service, GPO USA will take care of its products before, during, and after the purchase at no charge—EVER. Founded in 2016, GPO USA is headquartered in Richmond, Va. For more information on GPO USA visit www.gpo-usa.com or call 844-MY BINOS (844-692-4667.)

Hobie® Eyewear is pleased to announce Source Outdoor Group of Gainesville, Georgia, as its Agency of Record. 

Since 1950, Hobie® innovations have changed the way outdoor enthusiasts live, play, and compete on the water. Hobie® Eyewear goes beyond sunglasses that merely protect your eyes from brightness, delivering a clearer, sharper, and more precise vision. With “twice” the features at half the price, Hobie® Eyewear promises to change how you see the world and the way the world sees you.

“We are very excited to have forged a relationship with Source Outdoor Group,” said Dylan Coates, Marketing Manager of Hobie® Eyewear. “We believe their expertise within the industry will help our brand grow and push us to the next level.”

Source Outdoor Group has a diversified list of clients across the country. The firm is an industry-leading marketing communications company known for building brands in the outdoor industry.

“We are excited to work with Hobie® Eyewear through developing and executing strategies to further the brand’s growth,” said Aaron McCaleb, President/Owner of Source Outdoor Group. “We’re confident that outdoor enthusiasts will see the benefits and be amazed by their technology once they use this product!”

Huk performance fishing gear is committed to designing clothing for the hardcore angler, and no angler embodies that commitment more than Tyler Rivet. With a phenomenal four-day total of 86 pounds, 15 ounces, the fifth-year Elite Series pro from Raceland, La., earned his first career blue trophy.

This past weekend, Rivet talked about “Doing what nobody else was doing – finding that one little thing off the wall” to help him take the lead at the SiteOne Bassmaster Elite on Lake Okeechobee. Going into Championship Sunday sitting in third place, Rivet fished differently than the others. For Rivet, it meant fishing upstream from the lake, having the whole river to himself. This tactic helped seal the deal with a final limit of 18 lb. 3 oz. on Championship Sunday. 

Rivet dedicated his victory to his grandmother, who passed away in January. “She was watching me from up there every day,” Rivet said tremblingly. “Every fish that I caught this week that was over 4, I said, ‘Thank you, Mammaw.'”

“Tyler personifies our vision of a Huk angler. It’s clear that he loves this sport, his family, and the opportunity to represent our brand on the national stage,” said Chris Russell, Vice President of Marketing for Marolina Outdoor. “We are very excited about this win for him and his family and look forward to the rest of the year.”

Rivet relies on Huk’s clothing to keep him cool and comfortable on the water all year. From shirts, pants, outerwear, rainwear, and footwear, Huk has anglers covered regardless of season or pursuit.

Huk, known for producing high-quality fishing apparel for anglers for every setting, is pleased to announce the continued partnership with Fly Rod Chronicles, led by Curtis Fleming. Curtis travels the globe with his family to pursue his passion for fly fishing, fishing various bodies of water and species.

The partnership between Fly Rod Chronicles and Huk is an excellent match as the team participates in diverse fishing environments, including fresh and saltwater fishing in streams, rivers, lakes, bays, and oceans. Huk’s versatile apparel is perfect for keeping Curtis and his crew protected from the elements and comfortable in a wide variety of weather conditions, no matter the body of water, from inshore to the deep blue. Fly Rod Chronicles also focuses on getting to know the locals during their fishing expeditions and shares a story through the episodes. Like Huk, the team believes in giving back to those that have served our country and provides experiences for wounded soldiers.

Through the continued partnership, Fly Rod Chronicles will connect its viewers to the Huk brand and demonstrate how having the proper gear is necessary when a full day or week of fishing is on the menu. 

The Fly Rod Chronicles team consists of the entire Fleming family, including Curtis’ wife and daughters. This ongoing family adventure uniquely highlights Huk’s incredibly diverse and functional line of lady and youth apparel. The continued partnership will bring viewers across the globe a first-hand look into fly-fishing knowledge and adventures, as well as the durability and authenticity behind the apparel Huk creates.

“The Fly Rod Chronicles team are great partners as they not only are awesome ambassadors of the sport, but they put our gear to the test in all kinds of conditions. We are excited to continue our partnership with Curtis and the team at FRC as they continue to travel the globe in pursuit of new adventures on the water, said Prescott Hughes, Marketing Manager at Marolina Outdoors.

Millennium Marine’s commitment to comfort and quality is evident in its product lines, but none more so than its B-100 Boat Seats. New in 2023, these seats are available in an additional color, Marlin.

The B-100 series will provide years of solid use, designed for the harshest marine environments with no plastic components. The B-100 Boat Seats feature Millennium Marine’s ComfortMAX contoured, tight sling seat with breathable, cool fabric that won’t hold the morning dew and dries quickly after a rain shower. ComfortMAX material resists mold, mildew and UV light, and the all-aluminum frame will not rot or rust. 

The B-100 Series also folds flatter than competitors’ seats, so they are entirely out of the way when not used. They can be mounted to any standard boat seat pedestal. Millennium Marine stands behind every B-Series seat with a one-year warranty. Other available colors include gray, green, tan, Mossy Oak Bottomland and Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Habitat. 

The new colors measure 16.5″ H x 19″ W x 16.15″ L, have a maximum weight capacity of 400 lbs and weigh only 7.4 lbs. 

B-100-00 Boat Seat Features:

GPO USA, a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality sporting optics, has partnered with other industry leaders to award one of seven guided and filmed two-day youth turkey hunts in North Carolina. The hunt will take place on a luxury 11,000 acre private ranch. The youth must be between the ages of 10-15 and must have a valid hunter safety certificate. All meals and lodging will be included for the youth and an adult companion. Each winner will also receive a turkey gun from O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. topped with a GPO SpectraDot® scope and a care package from the others sponsors which include Methodical Media, Edge of the Wild, SPUR Brand, Fox Trot Ammo, HOV Outdoors and Killum Calls.

Entering the contest is easy. Simply go to the GPO Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/gpousaoptics, like the post and nominate a youth hunter in the comments (if they don’t have social media just comment their name.) Bonus entries can be obtained by sharing the post and tagging GPO. The more you share the more chances you have to win the GPO giveaway. Participants can also enter to win one of the other six hunts from the other sponsors Facebook pages. Each sponsor will be giving away a similar prize package. “GPO USA has always been a huge proponent of supporting youth hunters, as well as creating new ways to bring young people into hunting, and this is an exciting opportunity to do just that,” said Mike Jensen, GPO USA’s owner and CEO. “In addition to sponsoring one of the contest winners and one adult observer, we’ll be awarding all of the seven youth winners with one of GPO’s cutting-edge SpectraDot® red dot optics that will be mounted on their free Mossberg® shotgun.”

Each participating company will select one winning hunter, for a total of seven youth hunters. There will be two separate hunting groups of four hunters, each accompanied by a caller/cameraman with them. Each hunter will be allowed to harvest one gobbler. Winning hunters and their adult companion are responsible for their own transportation to the hunting location, with all hunt-related expenses paid for once on site for the duration of the hunt. Methodical Media will film and produce the event, which will subsequently be released on Edge of the Wild on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

The contest runs now through February 28, 2023. Winners will be notified via email. The hunt will take place in April 2023.

About GPO USA
GPO USA, an American company, was founded on the premise that design, engineering, and quality control can be 100 percent conducted in Germany to its strictest standards, yet products can be assembled at some of the largest production facilities around the world. This unique production process allows GPO to offer the highest quality products with better features at a significantly better price. GPO USA is confident that its products will not only function perfectly but will always exceed its customer expectations. Therefore, GPO USA has created an industry-leading Spectacular Lifetime Warranty. With outstanding professional service, GPO USA will take care of its products before, during, and after the purchase at no charge—EVER. Founded in 2016, GPO USA is headquartered in Richmond, Va. For more information on GPO USA visit www.gpo-usa.com or call 844-MY BINOS (844-692-4667.)

Greeley, CO – Savvy turkey hunters understand that precision aiming is a must when using today’s advanced turkey loads. The tighter patterns and longer effective distances offered by the increasingly popular tungsten shot, for example, means careful aiming is a must — and for that, nothing beats a red dot.

Now, mounting a red dot to your vent-ribbed shotgun is super easy and lightning fast with the new Burris SpeedBead Vent Rib Mount. Designed for use with the Burris FastFire series red dots or any red dot that uses a Docter mounting pattern, the SpeedBead Vent Rib Mount is a simple DIY installation that requires no drilling or tapping.

The mount’s unique design makes it self-centering, and the mount comes with assorted rib adapters to fit multiple shotgun vent rib widths. Constructed of aluminum with a black anodized finish that will last and won’t harm your gun, the SpeedBead Vent Rib Mount completely captures the vent rib on both sides for maximum clamping power along the full length of the mount. Simply install your red dot onto the mount and clamp the mount to your preferred location on your shotgun’s rib. It’s that easy.

The Burris SpeedBead Vent Rib Mount is perfect for updating any shotgun that did not come from the factory with an optic-compatible receiver. This is an ideal solution not only for shotguns utilizing high-density ammunition but also for shotguns fitted with tight chokes or for hunting styles that bring big toms into close range.

Model: 410688

Madison, WI – DSG Outerwear, premier makers of the most technical, high-performance and size-inclusive hunting and outdoor apparel for women, is proud to announce its newest feature-packed pants designed exclusively for the avid female upland hunter – the new Kortni Upland Pant.

Intuitively designed by women hunters for women hunters, the versatile new Kortni Upland Pants are constructed from a durable Nylon/Spandex 4-way stretch material, which means they are tough enough to withstand the toughest conditions, yet comfortable enough to wear all day long. The pants feature double-layer abrasion paneling in the front and back, adding to the pants thickness, flexibility and durability while 2-way side zippers incorporated on the thighs provide added ventilation if needed.

The DSG Kortni Upland pants feature a gusseted crotch that allows for full range of motion and added comfort, along with multiple pockets (two normal front pockets, two back pockets and two zippered pockets on the thighs) for storing hunting essentials. And, because the perfect fit is extremely important to DSG, the pants also incorporate an extra wide belt loop to accommodate a snugger fit if needed. At the base of the pants, there are side zipper closures which make it easy to get hunting boots on and off. Its Stone Grey color is perfect for blending into nature and the reinforced knees and seat offer good flexibility ensuring the pants can handle kneeling, crawling, and other rough movements in the outdoors.

“The Kortni Upland Pants are some of the most versatile pants added to the DSG line yet because of the features and increased size variety. These pants are the perfect combination of durability, flexibility and comfort, and we have no doubt that they will be a staple in the wardrobes of serious upland hunters everywhere,” said Wendy Gavinski, president and founder of DSG Outerwear.

DSG Outerwear is committed to creating high-performance clothing that is both durable and comfortable. The Kortni Upland Pant is just the latest example of their dedication to this mission. The new Kortni Upland pants come in a Stone Grey color and are available in a wide range of sizes from 2-16 in petite (30″ inseam), regular (32″ inseam), and tall (34″ inseam) lengths. The pants are available for purchase on the DSG Outerwear website, as well as at select retailers nationwide.