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Wisconsin Company Continues to Experience Record Sales Growth

Delta Defense, the service provider to the U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA), the fastest-growing self-defense association in the country, announced today that Mike Lowney has been named as the company’s President.

Lowney has more than 15 years of senior management and c-suite experience, including over a decade of strategic program development at Harley-Davidson Motor Company and, most recently, as Chief Strategy Officer for Delta Defense. 

“Mike’s ability to recognize industry trends and listen to the customer has been vital in our continued growth over the past three years,” said Tim Schmidt, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Owner of Delta Defense. “His leadership and experience will further strengthen our industry alliances and national presence, driving growth that will benefit the over 700,000 members of the USCCA.”

“I am honored to help lead our continued growth in 2023 and beyond.  Record numbers of Americans, from all walks of life, are choosing to be their family’s first line of defense. It’s humbling that many of them are choosing the USCCA to help them on their self-defense journey,” said Mike Lowney. 

Position will help drive mission growth in Badger State

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are proud to announce the hiring of Andy Williams as the organization’s Wisconsin regional representative. In his new role, Williams will provide support for more than 8,000 dedicated members and volunteers to improve public and private lands conservation efforts for pheasants, quail, and other wildlife.

“We’re excited to call Andy a new team member in Wisconsin and look forward to his contributions with the incredible chapter network that exists throughout the state,” said Matt Christensen, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s field services manager. “Having demonstrated unique job skills from running his own business, the organization believes in his ability to help deliver more mission in tandem with our amazing volunteers.”

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever empower county and local chapters with the responsibility to determine how 100 percent of their locally raised conservation funds will be spent – the only national conservation organization that operates through this grassroots structure. As a result, chapter volunteers can see the fruits of their efforts locally, while belonging to a larger national organization with a voice on federal and state conservation policy. Williams will be responsible for helping chapters achieve local conservation results, helping fulfill organizational pillars for habitat, education, access, and advocacy.

Williams graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Before joining the Habitat Organization, he was a carpenter for a contracting company followed by owning a personal construction business in 2016. He owned and operated New Space Renovations until 2019, when he transitioned to be at home with his young children. Williams lives in Oregon, Wisc. with his wife, two daughters, and a pair of black Labrador retrievers. When he’s not working, Williams he can be found hunting, fishing, hiking, or watching the Badgers volleyball team, where his wife serves on the coaching staff.

Fiocchi, a global leader in defensive, target, and hunting ammunition, has just announced availability of its latest 5.7x28mm cartridge. The new subsonic ammo joins two 5.7x28mm cartridge models introduced at the 2023 SHOT Show.

The newest Fiocchi 5.7x28mm cartridge is offered in the company’s Range Dynamics series. Sporting a 62-grain FMJ bullet, the Range Dynamics Subsonic is the ideal option for high-volume suppressed or un-suppressed fun on the range.

Available in 50-round boxes, Range Dynamics Subsonic is perfect for personal defense carbine training and semi-auto pistol use, and it rounds out Fiocchi’s 5.7x28mm lineup that includes the 35-grain Hyperformance jacketed frangible and the Hyperformance 40-grain hollow point cartridges.

For more information about the new Range Dynamics Subsonic 5.7x28mm cartridges or to see the full line of Fiocchi defense, hunting, and target ammunition, visit FiocchiUSA.com.

About Fiocchi: 

Spring, a time of renewal, is fast approaching, when Mother Nature gives us longer, warmer days as she slips off the grips of winter. It’s also a time when bass, panfish, and other gamefish species move into the shallows to spawn, making it the perfect time to take youngsters out for their first fishing trips!

Of course, young anglers of all ages want to touch and do, not just be spectators, whatever the task at hand. When fishing, they want to learn how to rig their own tackle, but often find that tying on their own hooks can be frustrating. Not so when using the patented Tieless Fishing Tackle Valley EZ Hook in universal size 6. This ingenious design allows anyone to securely attach this high-quality hook to their 8-10 lb. diameter braided line without the need of tying a complex fishing knot. With it, even young anglers will be rigging their own hooks in no time.

Here’s how it works. Tie a simple knot on the end of your line, loop it one time around the hook, bait the hook as you normally would, then cast it into your favorite spot. That’s it! The Valley hook in size 6 was rigorously tested for two years; it successfully catches bass, bluegill, perch, crappie, northern pike, and catfish in fresh open water and through the ice. The size 6 hook measures approximately .4 inches wide x .98 inches long, has an average tested pull strength of 7 lbs., and works best with 8 to 10lb dia. braided line.

When those young anglers start watching the bobber go down and they’re soon reeling in a feisty bass or panfish on gear they’ve helped rig themselves, they’ll soon be hooked on fishing, and be asking to go fishing time and time again. With Tieless Fishing Tackle EZ Hooks lifelong anglers are created every day. Start one today.

MSRP for a package of 5 hooks is $3.29. They’re available directly at https://thetielesshook.com/, where you can also learn how easy it is to use this simple, yet highly effective, fishing hook.

Police1 Puts Latest Version of The Legendary EDC Knife on
List of Top Three of 2023

Ontario Knife Company® (OKC®), the award-winning cutlery maker with more than 130 years of experience designing and creating blades for every need, is proud to announce that the editors of Police1, a gear, news and techniques website for law enforcement, has the latest version of OKC’s legendary RAT-1 folding EDC knives – the RAT-1 Red – on their list of top three knife innovations for SHOT Show 2023. Read full article here.

“The RAT-1 Red is true to the original design, except it comes in S35VN steel and red G-10 scales,” said Lindsey Bertomen, Police Products Editor in the article. “These are both improvements on an already proven design. The RAT-1 Red was designed for EDC, and the simple design is perfect for patrol and even better for fieldcraft. I’m already shopping around to see if I can find one.”

The RAT-1 Red has a 3.5-inch long, 0.115-inch-thick blade made from S35VN steel with a 58-60 HRC hardness-rating that has a full flat-taper grind. As pointed out in the article, the Red has upgraded S35VN steel that is extremely tough and high quality, providing superior resistance to wear and chipping with excellent, long-lasting edge retention. Other features are a closed length of 5 inches, which helps make this such a popular EDC knife, and an open length of 8.5 inches. It is compact enough to slip in your pocket, yet big enough to comfortably complete tasks with ease. The new red, G10 scale handle was inspired by OKC branding. OKC added some history with their 1889 maker’s mark on the clip and the original Randall Adventure Training logo marking on the blade. The red handle and additional marking add a bit of nostalgia to the legendary EDC knife from a company with many decades of history behind it.

Founded in 1889, the Ontario Knife Company® is an award-winning knife, cutlery, and tool manufacturer operating out of Upstate New York for over 125 years. OKC® produces a wide range of tools, including cutlery and kitchenware, hunting and fishing knives, machetes, survival and rescue equipment, science and medical tools, and tactical knives. OKC has a long tradition of building knives and tools for the U.S. military, producing high quality equipment that has seen continuous service since WWII. In addition to being a major supplier to the U.S. Armed Forces, OKC leverages a network of distributors, dealers, and major commercial retailers to sell its products nationwide and internationally to over 35 countries. OKC’s custom manufacturing division Jericho® Tool, advances capabilities including a broad-spectrum of tool and die, and machining operations to provide white label and OEM manufacturing services for consumer and industrial goods. Collectively OKC’s product lines and manufacturing services reach the housewares, sporting goods, tactical, security, law enforcement & first responders and education industries.

Brownells invites freedom loving people all across the United States to celebrate, advocate and join in the rights and liberties guaranteed under the Second Amendment of the Bill of Rights during the second annual 2A Day on 2-22-23

Smith & Wesson is the co-presenting sponsor for 2A Day 2023. Other sponsors include CCI, Federal, Fiocchi, Henry Repeating Arms, SIG Sauer, Remington and Winchester. 

2A Day offers three ways for participants to engage with their uniquely American Second Amendment rights.

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Brownells is partnering with ranges –both in Iowa and across the country – to host 2A Day range sessions, with free range time and limited free ammo for celebrants.

CAMP PERRY, Ohio – For those looking for an entertaining night out with friends, family or maybe even on your own, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has created a lineup of exciting air gun events for everyone to enjoy – all set at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center in Ohio and the Judith Legerski CMP Competition Center in Alabama. Whether an expert marksman or someone who’s never tried the sport before, we have a spot for you on the firing line.

The competition centers feature 80-point indoor electronic air gun ranges that regularly hold local, state and national events. Each week, the climate-controlled facilities host Open Public timeslots, where individuals of all ages are welcome to fire upon the advanced target system for practice or fun. The range is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Ohio) and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Alabama) and by appointment Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Ohio) and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Alabama).

Special Events scheduled for 2023 include:

Winners of each event will be awarded prizes to local establishments!

If you don’t own an air gun, don’t worry. The CMP has several lightweight, easy-to-use air guns for loan. Sporter class air rifles are free of charge with entry fee, while the National Match Air Rifles (NMAR) are available to rent for a reasonable fee. Participants must supply their own pellets or may purchase them at the range. Individuals who own personal air guns may use them, as long as they are under 600 fps. 

We stopped by the SUUNTO booth this past month at SHOT SHOW and most folks are super interested in getting to see the amazing GPS and fitness watches from SUUNTO.  Those watches are without question some of the best in the world, but first we had to geek out over the compasses.  As a hunter who likes to get off the grid, one of the most important parts of our kit is an actual map of the area where we are hunting and a proper baseplate compass.  If you spend a little bit of time and learn to use a proper baseplate compass you can get yourself out of any location quickly and easily and to the exact location you are looking to go.

We asked for the opportunity to test the SUUNTO M-3 Baseplate Compass as well as the SUUNTO M-9 sighting compass for your wrist.  One compass for reading maps and one for consistent use on the wrist to keep you moving in the right direction.  Understanding how to use these compasses can keep you alive.

SUUNTO M-3 NH Baseplate Compass

The Suunto M-3 Compass has a declination adjustment for easy and accurate compass readings. It also has a luminous bezel ring for easy and precise navigation in low light conditions, and a balanced magnetic needle for a faster and more precise reading.  Utilizing the compass with a map allows you to orient your way from one location to another quickly and no matter what you throw at this compass it is going to handle it because it waterproof, shockproof and weatherproof.

With a Baseplate compass, you can orient your map by lining up the north arrow on your compass with the north direction on your map. This will help you identify landmarks on the map and understand which direction you are facing and the direction you are going. Knowing the angle between true north and magnetic north (magnetic declination) is also important to ensure that you adjust your compass readings correctly.

The M-3 comes with a comprehensive user manual providing all of the information you need to learn how to use your compass.  Reliable readings, a durable solid construction and a five-year warranty makes this a great choice.

Tigress Outriggers and Gear will showcase their innovative offshore fishing products at the world’s most anticipated boating event, the Miami International Boat Show. The keystone exhibition will take place in Miami Beach and Downtown Miami, Florida, from February 15 through 19.

Miami International Boat Show attendees get hands-on access to the world’s leader in trolling solutions, Tigress Outriggers and Gear. Consumers can view and handle many of Tigress’ state-of-the-art products by visiting booth MB5035. Representatives from Tigress will be present to help people select the correct products to get the most out of their new or existing boat and, in turn, catch more fish.

Among the innovative products featured at Tigress’ booth includes their XD Bay Series Top Mount and their XD-Crank Top Mount, to be utilized on 40- and 50-ft fishing boats, respectively. The XD-Crank Top Mount allows for rapid and accurate positioning of your outriggers to deploy your fishing lines via a user-friendly folding crank handle and integrated drive brake. The XD-Crank Top Mount is essential to your sportfishing vessel by providing strength, durability, and precision. The XD Bay Series Mount delivers the same high-quality and full-size performance in a set built for bay boats. Both mounts are compatible with Tigress’ and other industry-standard 4-in by 6-in mount plates.

Visit Tigress Outriggers and Gear at the Miami International Boat Show, North America’s largest in-water boat show. The Miami International Boat Show will take place at Downtown Miami and Miami Beach, in Miami, Florida, February 15-19, 2023. To set up an appointment with Tigress at booth MB5035, contact Boone Oughterson. 

For more information, please visit www.tigressoutriggers.com. 

This Valentine’s Day, when looking for the way to your Sweetie’s heart, why not think out of the typical box and think inside the tackle box? If he or she is a hardcore angler, be sure to check out the many award-winning lures and accessories from Al’s Goldfish Lure Company.

The obvious choice would be an original Al’s Goldfish, plated in real gold for maximum attention-getting flash. A proven and versatile bait, a gold-plated Goldfish will create many happy memories at a fraction of the cost of a gold trinket from the jeweler. If the tackle box is already full of Goldfish, and you are looking for variety, there’s also the Helgy for the avid trout and smallmouth angler, and the Forty Niner for those who enjoy wetting a line for trout, salmon, bass or walleye. If you can’t decide, the Al’s Medal kit comes with each of these lures in your choice of gold, silver (nickel) or bronze (copper) and packed in a tough little tackle container with an MSRP of just $17.95, which is a 20 percent savings if purchased separately.

There are many other money-saving options, including the Forty Niner Trolling Kit, the Build Your Own Glow-In-The-Dark Ice Jig Kit, Dad’s Large Lake Troll Kit in either nickel or gold, Saltwater Goldfish Surfcasting Kit, and a Hook Bonnet Value Pack.

A box of fancy chocolates? Some champagne? Sure winners. But adding world-class fishing gear from Al’s will take it to another level. For more information on making this Valentine’s Day one to remember, visit https://www.alsgoldfish.com/, or give them a call at 413-543-1524.

About Al’s Goldfish Lure Company
The company was launched in 1952 with a single pioneering spoon lure, known as Stuart’s Goldfish, named after founder Al Stuart. The company’s flagship lure was renamed Al’s Goldfish in 1954, and by 1973 the popularity of the Goldfish lure soared to nearly one million lures sold in a year. Along the way, other popular lures, such as the Forty-Niner and Helgy, and hook bonnet lure accessories were added to the company’s list of American-made products. In 2015 the line was expanded to include the Saltwater Goldfish series. In 2022, present owners Jeff and Mandy DeBuigne celebrated the 70-year anniversary of the Goldfish lure. For more information on Al’s Goldfish Lure Company visit www.alsgoldfish.com.

Hunter-driven grant provides critical funding for pine-barren restoration in NWTF’s Huron-Manistee Focal Landscape.

Pine barrens and pine-oak barrens occur throughout the East and Midwest and are what they sound like, landscapes filled with pine and oak species that are barren for agricultural production. They are characterized by their sandy, acidic soils that hardly retain moisture – terrible for growing most food crops but a haven for wildlife, including wild turkeys, and are one of the rarest ecosystems in Michigan’s Great Lakes Regions.

With their low-growing grassy species, interspersed with mature mast-producing species such as oak, barren ecosystems provide a diversity of habitat for wild turkeys, white-tailed deer and even non-game species like Kirtlands’s warbler, a recently delisted endangered species that relies heavily upon pine barren ecosystems. However, the presence of these rare communities on the landscape is not what it used to be.

“Due to increases in human development, suppression of naturally occurring wildfire and fragmentation of the landscape, we have seen a decline in the abundance and quality of these habitats,” said Ryan Boyer, NWTF district biologist for Michigan, Ohio and Indiana. “We are also losing many of the forested wildlife openings once found within Michigan’s northern forests due to changes with succession tied to a lack of disturbance, as well as an influx of invasive species which out-compete native plants. Ultimately, these factors reduce the quality of these habitat types for many wildlife species.”

While these essential landscapes are increasingly rare, the NWTF is currently working to revitalize oak and pine barren ecosystems back to their former glory throughout Michigan, thanks to a generous $277,000 grant from the MDNR via its Wildlife Habitat Grant Program.

Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) and “Hunting Matters” welcomes Jason Wilson, CEO & Founder of LUCID OPTICS.

Jason Wilson has been in the optics game for nearly 25 years. As a fifth generation Wyoming kid, a competitive shooter, Professional Ballistician, with a head full of ideas, an engineering mind, made dangerous with a graphic design/marketing degree. Jason opened the doors on Lucid Optics in 2009 with a single item and focus. Jason wanted to offer the absolute best quality in product at a price point everyone could afford. Lucid optics is proud to be different in the market today growing with new items and gaining a very loyal cult following.

Jason discusses the company he founded, what distinguishes Lucid in the field of optics, and the importance of giving back to organizations like Vet Healing Adventures. 

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, rate and review. Hunting Matters is the recipient of a 2022 Gold AVA Digital award, a 2022 NYX/Marcom Silver award and a 2022 MARCOM Gold award. 

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 646 scholarships totaling $2.92 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.

EDGEFIELD, S.C. — The National Wild Turkey Federation announces Vortex® as a Longbeard Sponsor for the Convention and Sport Show, set for Feb. 15-19 in Nashville, Tennessee. This year’s festivities mark 50 years of mission delivery for the NWTF.

“A half-century of conservation is a big deal, not only for wildlife, but for anyone who likes to spend as much time in the outdoors as possible,” said Vortex® CEO Joe Hamilton. “Vortex® is proud to support NWTF and its mission, and we look forward to hanging out with the thousands of like-minded hunters and shooters who travel to Nashville this year for the convention.”

Vortex®, an American-owned optics manufacturer known for its VIP Warranty, will sponsor the convention’s raffles, auctions and Product Showcase for a second straight year. They will also occupy booth 2046 in the exhibit hall.

“We are grateful for the continued support of Vortex® as a sponsor and exhibitor in the Sport Show,” said Natalia Daniels, NWTF national director of corporate relations and licensing. “Stop by their booth and let them outfit you with the perfect optics for turkey season.”

The first event of the NWTF Convention and Sport Show, officially sponsored by Mossy Oak, is the Pub Crawl set for the evening of Wednesday, Feb. 15.

Jacksonville, Alabama – Bear & Son Cutlery, manufacturer of premium Alabama-made knives, introduces the new 15-inch Freedom Fighting Bowie Knife with a cocobolo handle—a classic fixed-blade knife with maximum cutting power for any task on the trail or around the homestead.

From the early frontier days to current oversea conflicts, a strong fixed-blade knife has served as a last personal defense tool for many men and women. Bear & Son Cutlery honors the tradition of history’s greatest adventurers, scouts, lawmen, trappers, and warriors with the new 15-inch Freedom Fighting Bowie, a large, single-edged clip-point knife that features 8-inches of cutting edge. The blade is shaped from D2 tool steel (high carbon and chromium content) with an elevated hardness rating to ensure long-lasting edge retention, sharpness, and ability to handle tough jobs.

In true fighting blade fashion, the Freedom Fighting Bowie has a notch on the choil for added control. A full tang provides essential strength and balance when swinging or thrusting, making for a great all-around utility knife. The curved brass guard protects the hands and compliments the rich, cocobolo wood grips. Each wooden grip is individually inspected for the best grain density, is hand-fitted to each knife, and is treated with a polished finish. The 15-inch Freedom Fighting Bowie also comes standard with a handstitched leather sheath and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

15-inch Freedom Fighting Bowie Knife Specifications

Model: CB03

Save $200 on an AR500 when purchased from Big Horn Armory between Feb. 9 – 14, 2023. Price increase on all BHA Models set to occur on Feb. 15, 2023.

Big Horn Armory (BHA), makers of big-bore firearms, is celebrating Valentine’s Day this year by offering $200 off any new BHA AR500 semi-auto rifle or pistol purchased directly from the website between Feb. 9 – 14, 2023. Prices are set to increase on Feb. 15, 2023, so this sale offers the discerning big-bore AR enthusiast an opportunity to get one before the increase takes place. BHA is currently shipping the AR500 from stock and a service representative will contact you within 48 hours to discuss options.

The AR500 rifle is an AR rifle like no other. Chambered in 500 Auto Max, BHA’s groundbreaking AR500 Rifle is the most powerful AR firearm available. BHA was not content with the big bore cartridge offerings available in the AR platform, so the company made its own. The logical choice was something to match the power and versatility of BHA’s Model 89 Lever Action in 500 Smith & Wesson Magnum. The result was the development of the 500 Auto Max, a rimless 500 S&W Magnum to feed in a semi-automatic rifle.

BHA’s bold AR design and big bore 500 Auto Max cartridge put an unparalleled amount of power into a pleasant shooting, rapid-firing, versatile rifle. This combination of size, familiar manual-of-arms, available accessories, and energy on target make the AR500 Rifle ready to handle almost any situation. The AR500 is also available in an ATF-compliant pistol configuration: the AR500 semi-auto pistol.

The 500 Auto Max is a rimless 500 S&W Magnum that is easy to obtain or reload. A very versatile cartridge, it can be had in loaded ammunition with bullets ranging from 350grns to an amazing 600grns. The handloader can utilize over 55 different bullets ranging from 200grns to 700grns in almost any bullet type imaginable, including hard cast, jacket hollow points, monolithic solids, etc. This unprecedented range of bullet weight and design make the AR500 suitable for anything from prairie dogs to pachyderms to Peterbilt’s. Truck stopping power in a platform weighing less than 10 pounds. Factory ammunition for the 500 Auto Max is available through Buffalo Bore, Steinel Ammunition, and Underwood Ammunition.

Primos to Showcase New Products and Host Seminar During Annual Convention

Primos® Hunting, a pioneer in game calls and hunting accessories, is excited to attend the 2023 Nation Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Convention taking place February 15-19 in Nashville, Tennessee. With deep roots in the turkey woods, the Primos team is proud to support NWTF and their mission to protect wild turkeys for generations to come.

Attendees of this year’s show are encouraged to visit Booth #1213 to check out the company’s legendary lines of game calls, decoys and hunting accessories. Producing more game calls annually than any other company, the Primos name has become synonymous with turkey hunting and assisting hunters with finding the perfect gear.

For 2023, Primos has expanded its lineup of diaphragm and pot calls with a new Rare Breed Aluminum Pot Call plus new entries to its proven Select Series. Primos has also added a new, ultra-realistic Strutter decoy to its Gobbstopper line, sure to help hunters lure in weary toms. NWTF attendees will also be among the first to view new hardwood locator calls from Primos, plus a new offering of shooting supports designed in collaboration with Spartan Precision.

Whether looking for a new blind, vest or the most authentic sounding game calls in the market, Primos has hunters well covered entering the spring season. Company founders Will and Jimmy Primos will also be in attendance and show goers are encouraged to attend a turkey calling seminar hosted by the duo from 1-2 pm on Saturday, February 18, in the Ryman Ballroom.

Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative’s 2022 Q4 Grants Fund Large-Scale Riding Area Clean Up and Essential Trail Maintenance Projects Protecting Access to Land for Motorized Recreation 

Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, today announces the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) contributed more than $500,000 in grant awards for 2022, satisfying a commitment made in honor of National Public Lands Day. The final funding cycle for 2022 in the fourth quarter provided meaningful support to a wide variety of projects – from California desert cleanup and state-wide riding trail maintenance in Washington to multiuse bridges and trail resurfacing – making public lands sustainably accessible for motorized and outdoor recreation.

“The response from the outdoor community to our call for quality projects the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative can fund is the reason we were able to fulfill our 2022 pledge. While half a million dollars will make a significant impact, we know there are more opportunities out there in need of support,” said Steve Nessl, Yamaha’s motorsports marketing manager. “In 2023, our commitment is unchanged as we continue to invite and welcome partnerships with land managers, riders, land stewards, and anyone who relies on public land for outdoor recreation. Together we will work to protect, defend, and improve access everyone can enjoy for years to come.”

The application deadline for consideration in the first funding cycle of 2023 is March 31. Visit YamahaOAI.com to learn how to apply for a grant and review the submission guidelines. There, you also will find the Yamaha OAI grant application form, as well as the informative blog, which includes recaps of typical projects for inspiration.

The powersports industry leader in delivering critical resources to those working to make public land available for motorized and outdoor recreation had a strong finish for 2022 with more than $195,000 in grants to projects nationwide. Projects funded in the 2022 fourth quarter grant cycle include: