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TALLADEGA, Ala. – The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) will play host to two GLOCK Training Events, each set in March 2023 at Talladega Marksmanship Park in Alabama. The courses are part of CMP’s regular marksmanship education offerings held weekly at Talladega.

“GLOCK Professional has really helped us out by providing training and instructional opportunities,” said Bret Lankford, CMP Talladega Training Manager. “These classes help develop safer shooting habits and creates a safe environment for the shooting sports community.”

GLOCK Courses being held at Talladega in March include:

GLOCK Armorer Course – Tuesday, March 14, 2023

This eight-hour classroom course trains individuals on how to safely use and maintain their GLOCK firearms – materials provided. No firearms or ammunition will be allowed in the classroom. Lunch will be catered to all participants.

Speer and CCI Ammunition are proud to announce new ammunition options for 2023. Two all-new products will be showcased and on display at the 2023 SHOT Show (Booth No. 11838), January 17–20 at the Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada. These new additions include Speer’s Gold Dot Carbine and CCI’s Clean-22 Hyper Velocity ammunition.

“We are extremely proud of these two new product introductions,” said Jesse Whiteside, CCI and Speer’s Product Management Senior Director. “For the first time ever, defenders can get Speer Gold Dot’s legendary accuracy and terminal performance in ammunition built specifically for carbine platforms. Also, CCI rimfire shooters can now get all the benefits of Clean-22 technology with the flat trajectories and power of an extreme velocity load.”

New Speer Gold Dot Carbine produces ideal velocities through carbine-length barrels and cycles flawlessly. The G2-style, elastomer-filled bullet nose is tuned to produce extremely effective penetration and expansion through common barriers. Available in one 135 grain 9mm Luger load.

New CCI Clean-22 22 LR Hyper Velocity clocks in at 1,550 fps, while its exclusive purple, polymer bullet coating reduces fouling, especially in suppressed rimfires.

Attendees of the 2023 SHOT Show are encouraged to stop by Booth No. 11838 for a first-hand look at these new products and more. Information about the new products can soon be found on Speer and CCI’s brand website.

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA.-iSportsman has been dedicated to connecting active-duty service members, veterans and their families to outdoor recreational activities since 2009. So, the chance to sponsor a hunt this Jan. 14-20 with active-duty service member, YouTuber and outdoorsmen Mike Rogers, @TLOMikeRogers, provided an exciting opportunity to showcase the best of what iSportsman can offer.

Rogers has been providing fellow active-duty outdoor enthusiasts with tutorials, entertainment, and tips to successfully tackle the outdoors hunting scene and affiliated iSportsman opportunities. From breaking down lottery draws on Camp Pendleton, to sharing thrilling clips from scouting ventures, Rogers aspires to become the face of military affiliated outdoor enthusiasts. 

In line with iSportsman’s current initiative to provide a full suite of customizable outdoor solutions to a military audience, Rogers and iSportsman have worked together in the past: encouraging each other’s success and ensuring the most accurate information was being provided to the outdoor audience.

Rogers will attempt to harvest a mule deer on BLM lands near Yuma Proving Grounds in Arizona. The unique desert terrain provides a welcome challenge to Rogers’ expanse hunting technique. To make sure Rogers is well-equipped during this event, Huntworth has joined iSportsman as Roger’s clothing sponsor.Huntworth has been providing exceptional outdoor gear and camo since 2001, dedicated to providing gear for all weather and terrain at a competitive market value. Rogers’ gear will feature Huntworth’s new Tarnen line of camo gear: Built with shapes found in nature and distorted to introduce visual randomness and layered depth, Tarnen is designed to blend in with hardwood trees or evergreens, in open plains or mountain ranges. The full line of Tarnen camo gear is available through Huntworth. And the line provides all-season gear options, which can be worn in the field or casually at home.

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Noted author Mike Arnold, a Distinguished Research Professor of Genetics at the University of Georgia, will be signing copies of his groundbreaking new book, Bringing Back the Lions: International Hunters, Local Tribespeople, and the Miraculous Rescue of a Doomed Ecosystem in Mozambique, at the Dallas Safari Club Convention and Expo, from January 5-8, 2023, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, TX.

Arnold will appear in the Zambeze Delta Safari Booth #3412 with legendary African professional hunter and conservationist Mark Haldane on the following dates and times: Thursday, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am-11:00 am, and 2:00pm-5:00 pm; Saturday, 9:00 am-11:00 am, 2:00 pm-5:00 pm; and Sunday, 10:00 am-1:00 pm.

Arnold’s highly acclaimed Bringing Back the Lions details how a small group of professional hunters, including Haldane, spearheaded a near-30-year effort to return a once-incredible wildlife paradise from a decimated and near-barren landscape to one of the world’s premier wildlands – the area of Mozambique known as Coutada 11. Coutada 11 is an official concession covering 2000 square kilometers (approximately 772 square miles) of some of the most diverse habitat and animal species in Africa. This area is one of the few remaining in Africa where one can still do a classical African Safari.

A life-long hunter who has traveled the globe, Arnold has published hundreds of research articles and four books on a variety of topics, including conservation biology. Publications such as Science Magazine, The New York Times, and National Public Radio continue calling Mike for interviews covering his research. Earlier this year he attended the 20th annual meeting of the African Wildlife Consultative Forum in Maputo, Mozambique, where he was honored to be able to present a copy of his book to the Honorable Carlos dos Santos, Mozambique Ambassador to the United States.

You can pick up a copy of Mike’s book at the convention, or conveniently order your own from www.Amazon.com, https://www.barnesandnoble.com/, and other fine booksellers. For more information on Dallas Safari Club and their 2023 convention, visit https://www.biggame.org/

General Jackson’s was chosen for the award due to their continued commitment to the Tasmanian Tiger® brand throughout 2022.

Tasmanian Tiger®, a tactical nylon line of products distributed exclusively for the US market by Proforce Equipment, Inc., is pleased to announce it has awarded the coveted TT Authorized Dealer of the Year award to General Jackson’s of Fayetteville, North Carolina for their continued support to and growth of the Tasmanian Tiger brand over the past year. General Jackson’s has been proudly serving those who serve since 1983.

“We are happy to bestow this award to General Jackson’s as our TT Authorized Dealer of the Year. They have shown a proven commitment to Tasmanian Tiger throughout this year and fully deserve to receive this award,” commented Richard Lewis, President and CEO of Proforce Equipment, Inc.

The criteria Tasmanian Tiger looked for in a brick-and-mortar store in order to be considered for the TT Authorized Dealer of the Year Award were a combination of qualities that included a strong dedication to the TT brand through in-store displays and branding, commitment to adding SKUs, regular replenishment orders to avoid outs or empty pegs, as well as consistent growth over the past year. In addition, Tasmanian Tiger looked for outstanding retail promotion and service to its local community.

“It’s nice to win awards, but the most important thing is to win together. We look forward to our continuing partnership with Tasmanian Tiger to better provide for our local military community with the products they need to accomplish their mission,” Summer Stephens, Store Manager of General Jackson’s, commented.

Firearm innovator Extar USA continues to strive in American-made ways to keep shooting affordable and enjoyable. Since the release of the EP9 large-format pistol, consumers have asked for a receiver extension option when converting their large-format pistol to a short-barrel rifle (SBR).

The EP9’s unique design and proprietary features meant that while it shares the look and familiar controls of the AR-15, users didn’t yet have a way to mount one of the many great adjustable stocks already on the market for the AR-15. Further complicating the desire for an adjustable, AR-15-carbine-style receiver extension has been the BATFE threat of reclassifying certain safety devices such as stabilizing braces as only for those who are willing to pay a tax for their safety.

Now there is an option.

The EP Adjustable Receiver Extension is available for those who wish to convert their EP9 Pistol into a registered short-barreled rifle with an adjustable rifle stock. This direct replacement part gives you the ability to mount a wide range of stocks that are designed to fit on AR-15 Mil-Spec diameter receiver extensions.

Quickly and easily install this receiver extension with all tools necessary included! As a factory replacement part, this receiver extension comes with our recoil damper system already installed, so that you do not have to sacrifice the performance or safety of your firearm.

GATORZ Eyewear, the proud manufacturer of American-made eyewear, is gearing up to attend one of the firearms industry’s most highly anticipated events of the year, The 45th annual Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show (SHOT Show) at the Venetian Expo Center and the Caesars Forum, Tuesday, January 17th through Friday, January 20th in Las Vegas, Nevada.

As one of the most prestigious and awaited outdoor trade shows, SHOT Show exclusively hosts and accommodates to professionals in the outdoor, shooting, and hunting industries. This year, GATORZ Eyewear will showcase some of its new 2023 products, as well as the popular Marauder frame and durable ammo can eyewear case that was launched this past year.

Not only will GATORZ have all of its aluminum eyewear to showcase, but will be showing off a different booth location as well. Located in the lobby for the past four years, GATORZ found a new home near the LE/Tactical area on the second floor of the Venetian Expo Center. If you are planning to attend SHOT Show, stop by booth #31102 to say hello.

“We are looking forward to connecting with our industry partners and getting the chance to meet in person with long-time and new friends of our brand.” said Stephanie Fiust, Head of Sales at GATORZ Eyewear. “We have some exciting new, long-anticipated products to talk about this year that we think will be well received by our military and law enforcement customers, as well as dealers of our brand.”

To learn more about the GATORZ Eyewear, please visit, www.gatorz.com and stop by Booth #31102 at SHOT Show.

Blaser Group will be joined by Blaser Safaris at the Dallas Safari Club Convention and Expo January 5-8, 2023, as they showcase world-class safari destinations in addition to the newest products from the Blaser, Mauser, Sauer, and Liemke Thermal Optics lines. DSC members are invited to come by Booth # 4427 to learn more about Blaser Group’s offerings,  including the  Blaser-owned Sney Rivier Lodge located at the base of Namibia’s Khoma Highlands – just a two-hour drive from the Windhoek airport. Here, hunters can pursue more than 20 game species – from sable to leopard – in a breathtaking landscape. The premier lodge features the highest levels of luxury, combining exceptional accommodations and cuisine, with the thrill of hunting in the wild. The architecture and design is inspired by nature and hunting, blurring the boundaries between the indoors and outside. Within view of the main house and guest chalets is a watering hole where game can be observed all day long. The Sney Rivier Lodge is also known for its rigorous conservation efforts to protect native wildlife.

“The DSC Convention and Expo is an outstanding event we look forward to each year,” said Jason Evans, CEO, Blaser Group. “The members appreciate true quality – whether firearms, optics, or hunts – and have a passion for conservation just as we do at Blaser Group. We are excited to spend time with our customers and fellow hunters there and are proud to showcase Blaser Safaris and its premier Sney Rivier Lodge in Namibia. We welcome all attendees by our booth to learn more about our products and exclusive hunting lodge that will be booking hunts for 2023 and beyond.”

Blaser Group’s newest products include the Blaser R8 Ultimate Carbon rifle, Liemke Luchs thermal optics designed and made in Germany, Sauer SL5 Waterfowl and Select shotguns, and Blaser B2 riflescopes, among others.

The DSC Convention and Expo is held each year at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas. The event has generated more than $5 million for conservation, education, and hunter advocacy initiatives around the world.

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Conservation Visions’ Shane Mahoney has been named the inaugural winner of DSC Foundation’s Education Award.

DSC Foundation is pleased to announce Conservation Visions’ Shane Mahoney as the inaugural winner of DSC Foundation’s Education Award. Recognizing the need to educate the public, media, and elected officials on the benefits of science-based wildlife management and legal, regulated hunting, this award acknowledges the contribution of organizations or individuals that significantly and uniquely educate others on wildlife conservation.

Founder and CEO of Conservation Visions, Shane Mahoney is an internationally recognized conservationist and wildlife advocate and is considered a foremost expert on the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. The former Head of Wildlife Research and Executive Director of Sustainable Development and Science for the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Mahoney is a strong believer in the benefits of communicating conservation science and sustainable wildlife use to the wider public. His views are respected across the entire spectrum of the conservation world – in the scientific and professional wildlife communities, as well as by NGOs, the outdoor industry and the hunting and non-hunting public alike.

A recipient of numerous awards, Mahoney is admired as a tireless worker on behalf of wildlife and a vocal proponent of sustainable use as a conservation tool. Today, he serves as Deputy-Chair of IUCN’s Sustainable Use and Livelihoods Specialist Group, International Liaison for the Wildlife Society, and President of the International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation’s Policy and Law Division.

Conservation Visions’ motto, “One Natural World, One Humanity, One Chance… Conservation Matters,” reflects Mahoney’s certainty that the conservation movement is more important today, than ever before. It also underscores his belief that the future of wildlife and humanity are inseparable, and that only through an emphasis on our shared dependance on the world’s ecological landscapes can we deliver a sustainable future for all living things. His love of wild animals and wilderness, and his concern for human cultures and rural livelihoods have long been recognized. So too, has his capacity and talent to speak on their behalf.

Government funding legislation prioritizes conservation programs  

The U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation to fund the federal government, including funding for several critical conservation programs. Most notably, the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) – one of DU’s highest-priority programs – received record funding at $50 million.

“Record funding for NAWCA is a home run for the nation’s most successful wetlands conservation program,” said DU CEO Adam Putnam. “DU and our partners have worked with this Congress from start to finish to ensure critical conservation programs, like NAWCA, remained a priority, and this year-end funding reflects that. We appreciate our legislator friends from both parties who recognize the immense value of conservation, and we look forward to transitioning these dollars to the landscape for the benefit of wildlife, people and our environment.”

NAWCA is a voluntary matching grant program that leverages non-federal and federal funds for wetland restoration. Since enactment in 1989, NAWCA has conserved more than 30 million acres and created an average of 7,500 new jobs annually. Every dollar spent by the federal government, on average, receives a $3 match from program partners like Ducks Unlimited. Further demonstrating the effectiveness of investments made by wetlands programs like NAWCA, the recent State of the Birds report  revealed widespread losses of birds in all habitats – except wetlands.

The legislation also includes the Charitable Conservation Easement Integrity Act, which stops the abuse of syndicated conservation easements and reserves deductions for true charitable conservation purposes. Also included were important policy provisions from the Growing Climate Solutions Act and the Sponsoring USDA Sustainability Targets in Agriculture to Incentivize Natural Solutions (SUSTAINS) Act.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the early inland streams catch and release season for trout will open on Jan. 7, 2023 and run until May 5, 2023.

During this time, anglers are invited to fish for Wisconsin’s inland trout species but are reminded that all trout caught will need to be immediately released. When the general inland hook and line season opens on May 6, 2023, anglers may harvest these species while following bag limit regulations and length requirements.

Anglers wishing to participate in this season will need to possess an inland trout stamp in addition to their 2022-2023 fishing license, which is valid until March 31, 2023. Starting April 1, 2023, anglers will need to possess a 2023-2024 fishing license and new inland trout stamp.

All regulations apply. Visit Guide to Wisconsin’s Trout Fishing Regulations for details.

More information on trout fishing can be found on the DNR’s Inland Trout Fishing webpage.

The newest addition to the Ruger® AR-556® MPR family features a PROOF® Research carbon fiber barrel. The attractive, 18″ barrel is chambered in .223 Wylde, a hybrid chamber that safely, accurately, and reliably functions with both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO ammunition. The rifle also features the Ruger® Elite 452® two-stage trigger, Magpul® PRS Lite® stock, and an MOE-K2® grip.

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Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. With products made in America, Ruger offers consumers almost 800 variations of more than 40 product lines, across both the Ruger and Marlin brands. For almost 75 years, Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. Our motto, “Arms Makers for Responsible Citizens®,” echoes our commitment to these principles as we work hard to deliver quality and innovative firearms.

Mogadore, OH. TenPoint Crossbow Technologies recently launched the NEW Stealth 450 Oracle X. Featuring the Burris® Oracle X Rangefinding Crossbow Scope that extends long-range precision and accuracy, the Stealth 450 is the fastest forward draw crossbow with a rangefinding scope – launching arrows at a lightning fast 450 feet-per-second with a platform measuring only 6.5” narrow and 33” short.

“We are excited to team with Burris® on the NEW Stealth 450 Oracle X,” said Phil Bednar, CEO. “The precision of this rangefinding scope allows hunters to be more accurate at longer ranges, and, in the end, we all want to maximize our effective, ethical killing range—the Stealth 450 Oracle X does just that.”

The Burris® Oracle X Rangefinding Crossbow Scope features a built-in laser rangefinder that is activated via the wireless remote. With the push of a single button, the Oracle X instantly ranges game up to 200-yards away.

Forget the days of “gap shooting” with multiple aim points and reticle patterns – the 2x-7x Oracle X displays the distance to your target and provides an exact aiming point factoring in the angle of your shot – leading to greater accuracy and more ethical shots at longer ranges than ever before. In addition, its reticle design allows for 20-yard aiming in the event of a battery failure. The Oracle X is backed by Burris’ “No Questions Asked” Forever Warranty.

The crossbow features a custom elevated cheek-piece for perfect eye level alignment with the rangefinding scope, a NEW, longer dovetail (+1.5”) and NEW Scope Struts that provides a rock-solid foundation for scope mounting – which is especially important with larger rangefinding optics such as the Oracle X. The dual aluminum Scope Struts increase strength and rigidity by 80%, allowing this platform to extract the full accuracy potential offered by the Burris® Oracle X rangefinding scope.

The National Rifle Association’s (NRA) American Hunter has named the Savage 110 PCS the 2023 Handgun of the Year. The Golden Bullseye Awards recognize field-tested products that prove to be reliable in the field and exceed the expectations of experts in the outdoor space.

“We’re thrilled that the Savage 110 PCS was recognized as a Golden Bullseye Award Winner,” said Beth Shimanski, Director of Marketing at Savage Arms. “The American Hunter staff consists of skilled hunters and shooters that review the best of the best. We’re proud to accept this award and celebrate the entire Savage team that tirelessly works to introduce firearms that show we are in the business of building the most innovative products on the market.”

Each year, the NRA Publications Golden Bullseye Awards acknowledge the finest products available in the outdoor industry. The winners are selected by a seven-member committee consisting of editors, graphic designers and veteran NRA Publications staff, representing more than a century of collective experience in the shooting and hunting industry. 

The Savage 110 PCS combines compact performance with the Model 110’s exceptional reputation for accuracy and reliability. The firearm takes adaptability to a whole new level, with user-adjustable AccuTrigger and AICS-style detachable box magazine. The 110 PCS has changed the way outdoor enthusiasts think about hunting pistols and proves to be a top choice among all types of shooters.

For more information on the Savage 110 PCS and Savage’s wide assortment of top-performing firearms, visit savagearms.com.

Revolutionizing motorsports, lithium-ion battery technology can deliver ultra-lightweight power storage capabilities to give top-level competitors the edge they need. Lithium Pros provides total-package solutions for racers who need reliable starting power while being as light and small as possible for applications where space and weight are at a premium. 

Delivering 16V starting power for total-loss racing applications, the T925-16 from Lithium Pros weighs in at just over seven pounds while being similar in overall size to many standard motorcycle batteries. Providing 750 cranking amps that can quickly turn over high-compression, high-horsepower engines, it is designed to go the distance for top-level drag racing applications and circle track events of 50 laps or less without needing a power-robbing alternator.

Excelling in size and weight, the T925-16 enables race teams to locate the battery where it’s most convenient. Using Lithium Ion Phosphate technology not only provides faster starts than other batteries but can also discharge more energy towards the end of the run or race when needed most. Delivering 30% more discharge than a traditional lead acid battery at a fraction of the size, lithium-ion batteries from Lithium Pros are a clear winner for those who need the best. 

The T925-16 is designed with a built-in charge protection board with its own dedicated ground terminal to ensure balanced and safe recharging. An optional package pairs the T925-16 with the Lithium Pros 1008 Racing Battery Charger, a fully-automatic 18.25V, 15A charger that displays voltage, amperage and amp-hours charged via its LCD display.

Designed for racers that require the ultimate in lightweight power, the T925-16 Racing Battery delivers the edge they need. 

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is pleased to announce the addition of Orion Wholesale as an independent distributor of Ruger® firearms in the United States.

“We are excited to be adding Orion Wholesale as a distributor,” said Shawn Leska, Vice President of Sales at Ruger. “As one of the few firearms manufacturers committed to two-step distribution, Ruger is always looking for ways to improve its network. We are confident that Orion will help us better serve the shooting sports market,” he concluded.

Founded in 2012, Orion Wholesale has grown from a regional to a nationwide distributor carrying over 120 product lines across the shooting sports industry. With a commitment to customer service, competitive pricing, and timely deliveries, Orion is geared for success now and far into the future.

“Orion Wholesale is thrilled to partner with Ruger as a full-line distributor,” commented Brent Taylor, Chief Executive Officer of Orion Wholesale. “Ruger and Orion are both strongly committed to the distribution business. I’m confident that our relationship will serve to better help our companies grow as well as our valued retailers.”

Orion will begin shipping Ruger products immediately.

Savage Arms is proud to announce that the National Rifle Association’s (NRA) Shooting Illustrated has selected the Savage Renegauge Security as the 2023 Shotgun of the Year. 

“We’re humbled and proud that the Renegauge Security was recognized as the top performing shotgun by the extremely talented staff at Shooting Illustrated,” said Beth Shimanski, Director of Marketing at Savage Arms. “The Security Model of the Reneguage was introduced to be the most dependable, accurate, and efficient tactical-style home defense shotgun on the market and winning this award has proven the team at Savage has accomplished just that with this platform.”

Each year, the NRA Publications Golden Bullseye Awards acknowledge the finest products available in the outdoor industry. The winners are selected by a seven-member committee consisting of editors, graphic designers and veteran NRA Publications staff, representing more than a century of collective experience in the shooting and hunting industry.

Bryce Towsley, award-winning writer, photographer and Shooting Illustrated field editor, describes the Savage Renegauge Security in his recent review as “well designed, easy to operate and soft on recoil. It’s reliable, extremely fast and a pleasure to shoot.”  He goes on to explain, “I have been shooting the shotgun for several months, and it has impressed me. Believe me, after 40 years of testing guns for a living, I am pretty jaded and don’t write those words easily.”

The Savage Renegauge Security has changed the game of semi-automatic shotguns, handling any load in any environment. Everything from length-of-pull to comb height and drop at the heel can be adjusted to fit almost any shooter. This American-made firearm fully represents Savage’s commitment to building the best of the best.

I was recently introduced to Throom, Ricochet Free Targets by Newbold and was pleasantly surprised. I have several steel targets at my range and I was interested in the differences.  The great thing about these targets is, of course, there is no danger of splash-back or ricochet; bullets pass right through to the backstop and you can see the target move. At first, that might not seem like it is a big deal to someone who is used to shooting steel, but it opens up lots of options you might not realize. Close in Richochet free target practice is essential to becoming a better shooter.

These targets are light weight which makes them much easier to transport. Carrying around heavy steel targets is a pain and can be a lot of extra work.  Extra bonus: they stay clean!  Steel targets get covered in lead that wipes off on anything it touches in the trunk or truck bed. I have only gone to a few indoor steel shoots because of the high cost of frangible ammo but with Throom there is no need to buy that higher priced ammo.  One box of frangible is about the cost of one Throom target so these pay for themselves the first time out on the range and you can add more and more as you continue shooting.

I set up the Throom targets along with some of my steel targets, but I put the Throom targets closer than usual due to their inherent safety.  The steel (for centerfire) is for 25+ yards back, but the brilliant green colored Throom was as close as 5 yards which is great for training since most defensive uses of firearms are less than 7 yards.  I really enjoyed transitioning targets from close to far which cannot be done safely with regular steel. 

I will confess, I have shot at my steel targets at a closer distance than is recommended and the AR500 steel was damaged a little with .223 and quite a bit with .308.  With Throom targets at my range, I will be able to set up targets closer than I could with steel  which will be great for newer shooters and also for more experienced shooters doing pistol and rifle work on a timer.   Newer shooters can be set up for success by shooting closer.  Throom targets increasing their hits on target while the more experienced shooters can enjoy the fast paced transition from targets that are closer than 25 yards and don’t require the more intentional, aimed-in longer range shots. 

It should be noted that if you are too close to the target with a fast and/or small bullet, it could pass through without knocking it down which could make it hard for people with older eyes ( like mine) to see if it was a hit or a miss.  So I did the same thing I do with my steel: I painted the Throom.  The bright green color material is the perfect color for a high visibility indicator where it hits.  The dark spray paint comes off as the bullet passes through revealing the bright green material underneath  making it easy to see where you hit. I will continue to buy these extremely versatile targets and recommend them to friends.  

Savage Arms is proud to announce the latest addition to its handgun line-up, the Savage 1911 Government Style Models. Built for tough use and unmatched accuracy, Savage’s 1911s bring modern technology to a time-tested platform and deliver reliability, accuracy and performance that will stand out amongst competitive offerings. 

“Savage ended 2021 with the introduction of Stance, a micro-compact 9mm handgun,” said Beth Shimanski, Director of Marketing at Savage Arms. “A year later in 2022, we’re ending strong yet again in the handgun arena with the launch of the Savage 1911 Government Style Models. We’re extremely excited to introduce this iconic firearm bearing the Savage name.”

This revolutionary firearm is built to the demanding standards of accuracy and reliability that have come to define Savage Arms across platforms and categories. With features offering optimal performance for all shooting enthusiasts, this classic gun gets the ultimate Savage treatment.

“I’ve worked in the firearms Industry for over 30 years and started my career as a professional shooter,” said Rob Gates, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Savage Arms. “This Savage 1911 is as real as they come and shoots better than any production 1911 I’ve handled during my 30 plus years in this industry.”

With a look that pays homage to the classic design, the Savage 1911 has a dual recoil spring and machined sear and disconnector, a nitride coated titanium firing pin and weighs in at just over 2 LBS with a 5” barrel length. Finishes range from black melonite to stainless steel and the Savage 1911 is sure to be 2023’s leading single-action pistol.

Columbia, MO– The public charity that helps fund thousands of youth shooting teams has recently raised over $275,000!  On November 29, MidwayUSA Foundation had a record-breaking Giving Tuesday by receiving the largest amount of donation dollars for youth shooting sports since beginning their Giving Tuesday campaigns in 2017.  Donors from all over the country made donations to youth shooting teams and organizations to make this possible. In just one day, MidwayUSA Foundation raised $275,749.10, crushing their goal of $200,000!

MidwayUSA Foundation Executive Director, G. Scott Reynolds talked about how the Foundation’s donation match and incentive dollars made an even more significant impact on youth shooting sports, “Thanks to Larry and Brenda Potterfield, we were able to add an additional $220,000 in Giving Tuesday matching and incentive dollars, contributing a grand total of $495,749.10 to youth shooting endowments here at MidwayUSA Foundation.  Growing our endowments by nearly half a million dollars will put more dollars to work in our outdoor industry.”  Close to 300 youth shooting programs received a donation on Giving Tuesday.

Youth shooting teams that participated in the fundraising event also had the chance to win additional funds to grow their respective endowment.  The teams that received the most donations on Giving Tuesday received awards ranging from $5,000 to $1,000. In addition to the top teams, all other participating teams were entered into a random draw, where ten teams were drawn to receive $500 each. Visit MidwayUSA Foundation’s blog to see the full list of winners. Top performing teams included:

1st Place, Gaston Young Guns High School Shooting Team – [NC] Winning $5,000
2nd Place, Taunton Marksmanship Unit – [MA] Winning $4,000
3rd Place, Trinity University – [TX] Winning $3,000
4th Place, Clipper Clays – [WI] Winning $2,000
5th Place, USNRT Young Eagles – [OK] Winning $1,000

Donations made to youth shooting teams and organizations now and through the end of the year will also be matched.  Every donation made to a MidwayUSA Foundation endowment is tax-deductible.  There are no fees removed, and 100% of the donor’s gift benefits that endowment directly. The Foundation keeps nothing for operations.  Many shooting sports athletes become future hunters and conservationists too.  Investing in youth shooting sports is an investment in the entire outdoor industry.