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FALCO® Holsters, globally recognized for exceptional artisanship in every handcrafted, purpose-built leather holster, is taking  appointments for the National Shooting Sports Foundation® SHOT Show in booth #42148. Held at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas from January 16-20, FALCO Holsters will exhibit a collection of new-for-2023 handcrafted leather holsters and everyday carry gear.

According to FALCO Holsters Sales Director Katarína Zacharová, “Supporting the dealers, retailers, and media who attend SHOT Show is central to the preservation of gun ownership and the continued success of the shooting industry. We pledge to support strategic partners who appreciate the same opportunity to meet the increasing demand for premium holsters and concealed carry products.”

“Our new 2023 products were developed to ease the retail-to-consumer relationship by reducing the number of SKUs, appreciating user demands, and focusing on dealer collaboration,” she added. “While others are fixated on mass-produced, entry-level holsters, FALCO is exceptional. We see a gap in the market and direct our attention to the most sophisticated gun owners and high-end firearm compatibility.”

“New product development for 2023 was certainly driven by our on-site visits with dealers,” said Zacharová. “We heard their requests and utilized our manufacturing capabilities to deliver. We’re excited to introduce a variety of new handcrafted premium leather holsters, including our Level 2 Retention Holster, plus a new 3D Printed Holster, Carbon Fiber Holster, EDC carry bags, and optics-ready options.”

Secondary to equipment is training. It doesn’t matter how many ‘cool toys’ you have. Not knowing how to utilize them properly makes them — and you — useless. There is no surprise that finding qualified trainers is equally as tricky. Many individuals claim to have all the experience and wisdom to train anyone properly in the effective use of a firearm. However, this is not always the case.

C&H Precision Weapons has hand-picked a group of industry professionals capable of providing the pinnacle of expert training. The Guild – as it is dubbed – is a list of verified trainers from around the country. They are selected by their experience and ability to provide expert education to others. This is not merely limited to civilian use, either. Many are armorers, SWAT members, concealed carry experts, history buffs, preppers and survivalists. The search for verified trainers has become even easier.

These instructors are not small-name individuals, either. Larry “Lav” Vickers of Vickers Tactical, Aaron Cowan of Sage Dynamics, and Hilton Yam of 10-8 Performance are just a few of the names associated with The Guild. This comprehensive list of highly qualified experts allows those interested in training to connect with a relatively local expert or school. The Guild allows anyone to better expand personal specialty training and development with firearms.

So, no matter the circumstance or gear owned, the sole benefit remains the ability to effectively use them. The Guild by C&H Precision is hand-picked for you. Check it out at: https://chpws.com/theguild/

C&H Precision Weapons (CHPWS) is a family owned and operated small business, serving the shooting community from our shop located in Richmond Hill, Georgia. We specialize in hand-crafted precision rifles, custom 1911’s, pistol slide upgrades and the design and manufacturing of special projects within the firearms industry. All work is performed in-house by real gun builders, real engineers and professional shooters.

Attend to Win a Chance for a #POMA2023 Conference Package & More Thanks to GOSAFE

The Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA) is hosting its annual SHOT Show gathering on Wednesday, January 18 at 1 p.m. PST, on Level 4 in the Venetian, in partnership with GOSAFE and the American Wildlife Conservation Partners.

Join POMA Board Members and Executive Director, Thomas MacAuley, for beverages and heavy hors d’oeuvres, sponsored by American Wildlife Conservation Partners and GOSAFE. And be sure to stay for American Wildlife Conservation Partners’ gathering in the same location starting at 2 p.m. PST where they will highlight hunting and conservation policy priorities for the 118th Congress. 

During POMA’s event, two lucky attendees* will receive comp’d POMA packages. The Grand Prize is an all-expenses paid #POMA2023 conference package, thanks to the gathering sponsor, GOSAFE. The conference package will include comp’d conference fee and up to three nights lodging during the conference at the host hotel, Stoney Creek Lodge. The #POMA2023 conference will be held in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma June 13-15, 2023. The second prize is one winner will receive their 2023 POMA membership paid for by GOSAFE. If their membership is already paid, POMA will reimburse the charge. To enter to win either of these packages, attendees simply have to join the gathering at 1 p.m. PST on January 18 during SHOT Show and provide a business card with contact information. 

Details on POMA Annual Gathering:

The wait is over! Pnuma Outdoors is pleased to announce that the Bino+ Tech Harness is back by popular demand!

The Bino+ Tech Harness from Pnuma Outdoors was engineered to protect your binoculars and rangefinder, while providing ease of use and all-day comfort. Simple, one-handed access to your binoculars is made possible by the silent magnetic lid closure binocular compartment that opens and closes with ease.

Made with durable 500D Tactical nylon and a polyurethane (PU) waterproof coating, you can carry your binoculars with confidence knowing that they will be protected from the elements. Molle webbing is included on both the left and right side of the Bino+ Tech Harness, which allows users to mount the included rangefinder pouch on either side. Additionally, a Hypalon Molle panel is also integrated into the bottom of the pouch to allow other items to be mounted for quick access.

Binoculars can easily be removed and stored inside the structured pouch that is padded and micro fleece lined. Sized to accept most popular binoculars, Pnuma Outdoors goes a step further and also includes foam spacers to aid in the fitment of shorter binoculars.

The fully-adjustable comfort harness is designed to lay flat on your back, distributing the weight more evenly, while also allowing some flex for maximum comfort.

Justine Williams racked up an impressive eleven major wins for Team Colt at action shooting sports competitions in 2022. From coast to coast, Williams’ top-level shooting led her to victory. Here are some of her many achievements in this past year. 

“Winning the USPSA PCC Ladies National title had been a goal of mine for almost two years,” Justine noted after her win in 2021 and a repeat performance again this year. “I trained hard for this event, and it felt good when it all came together for me.” 

“Justine is an outstanding competitor, and even more importantly, she’s an outstanding person on and off the competitive line. Colt is thrilled to have her on our team,” said Paul Spitale, Executive Vice President of Colt CZ Group North America. “We were honored by her performance in 2022 and are excited for her in the years ahead. I’m confident Justine will continue being a true ambassador for our sport.”

For more information on USPSA membership and upcoming matches, please visit https://uspsa.org/. To learn more about Colt firearms and history, please visit www.colt.com.

Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC (www.colt.com) is among the world’s leading designers, developers and manufacturers of firearms. Founded by Samuel Colt in 1836, Colt’s Manufacturing has supplied civilian, military and law enforcement customers in the United States and abroad for over 185 years. Colt operates its manufacturing facility in West Hartford, Conn.

The Association was disappointed to learn that in the final hours of negotiation, the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act was not included in the final language of the year end 2023 Omnibus package. The impasse had little to do with the contents of the legislative bill, which is widely supported, but the clock just ran out.

This bipartisan legislation would have dedicated $1.3 billion annually to state fish and wildlife agencies to implement their science-based Wildlife Action Plans and an additional $97.5 million for tribal fish and wildlife managers to conserve fish and wildlife on tribal lands and waters. This funding would have allowed state fish and wildlife agencies to implement proactive solutions to conserve over 12,000 species in greatest conservation need and prevent wildlife from becoming threatened or endangered without increasing taxes.

“The need for the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act is indisputable and the urgency never greater,” said Curt Melcher, Director of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and President of the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies. “The fact that this transformational legislation wasn’t included in the omnibus is not a reflection of the value of or support for the policy. Bold visions often take time to realize and we will be equally bold in our perseverance for this funding solution for our fish and wildlife and for future generations.” 

“The Association is so appreciative of the unwavering effort and unprecedented commitment of Senator Heinrich, Senator Blunt, Congresswoman Dingell and the conservation community to getting Recovering America’s Wildlife Act enacted in the 117th Congress,” said Sara Parker Pauley, Director of the Missouri Department of Conservation and Past-President of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. “Though we didn’t cross the finish line this year, we are looking forward to continuing the conversation in the New Year.”

“The bipartisan Recovering America’s Wildlife Act is the most important wildlife legislation in half a century, and we must find a way for it to pass. The historic legislation will empower states, Tribes, and territories to ensure that the full diversity of fish, wildlife, and plants thrive for future generations,” said Collin O’Mara, president and CEO of the National Wildlife Federation. “Inaction is the ally of extinction, and we will continue to push tirelessly to ensure that the bill does not meet the same fate facing thousands of species of wildlife and plants.”

Former Arizona Game and Fish Department leader helps guide future operations of
The Habitat Organization

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are pleased to announce the appointment of Larry D. Voyles to its National Board of Directors. Voyles, the former director of the Arizona Game and Fish Department and an ardent conservationist, joins the 16-member board which meets quarterly and oversees the operations of Pheasants Forever, Inc. and Quail Forever.

“I’m very pleased to welcome Larry Voyles to our National Board of Directors,” said Howard Vincent, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever’s president and CEO. “Larry’s extensive experience and passion for conservation will help us secure an even brighter future for our nation’s uplands. We also recognize his enthusiasm for desert quail and look forward to his contributions as we continue to elevate the Quail Forever brand.”

Voyles is a third generation native of Arizona who earned a Bachelor of Science degree in wildlife biology from Arizona State University in 1974. He served as a sworn peace officer during his entire tenure with the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD), which spanned nearly 43 years. In 2008, he was chosen to lead AZGFD as director and Chief Executive Officer, overseeing nearly 700 employees and an annual budget of more than $100 million for nearly a decade until his retirement in July 2017. He ended his career as the second-longest tenured game ranger in the history of the department.

A lifelong outdoorsman and upland hunter, Voyles shares his outdoor passion with his wife of 47 years, Donna, and their daughter, Lena. The couple reside in Prescott, Ariz., and spend much of their time raising and training English pointers. Each year, late September and early October find the family in Plentywood, Montana, chasing sharp-tailed grouse, Hungarian partridge, and pheasants. In November, Voyles turns his attention to quail in the Southwest, traveling through Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas in pursuit of Mearns’, scaled, Gambel’s, and bobwhite quail.  

The Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) 2022 Monthly Matches season has officially come to a close. With all six air gun matches in for the year, winners of the Monthly Match League are now able to be awarded.

The Monthly Match League is designed for those air rifle or air pistol athletes who fire in four or more CMP Monthly Matches – held simultaneously throughout the year at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center in Ohio and the Judith Legerski CMP Competition Center in Alabama. The top five individuals in Junior 3×20 Precision/Sporter and Open 60 Shot Air Rifle/Air Pistol events earn prize money based on the number of participants. Places first through third also earn plaques for their performances.

The Monthly Match League saw nearly 900 entries in 2022, with $1,925 distributed amongst overall winning athletes.

Leading in the 3×20 Precision event was Katrina Demerle, 17, of Hamilton, OH, with an average score of 595.0. She competed in all six offered Monthly Matches and received $175 for her overall League win.

Demerle also returned to nab first in the 60 Shot Rifle event, with an average score of 622.38. For her win, she earned $200.

Hawke Didn’t Invent Crossbow Scopes… They Perfected Them… Again!

Hawke® Optics, a worldwide leader in quality sporting optics that perform outstanding in the field while maintaining optimum value for the consumer, adds to their premier line of crossbow scopes with a new model. The addition of the XB30 2-7×32 solidifies Hawke as the leader in clear, precise, and durable crossbow scopes. Hawke’s crossbow scopes are designed to withstand the rigors of crossbows with reticle and turret systems guaranteed to make you a better shot!

The new XB30, along with all other XB30 and XB models, feature our vari-speed technology, allowing any bow to be dialed in to create unsurpassed accuracy. The highly desired locking speed adjuster ring ensuring the FPS setting is not changed once zeroed is also a key feature of the new XB30. Hawke’s XB30 2-7×32 also features a multi-line reticle with aim points out to 100 yards, incorporating windage bars. Coming alongside their best-selling models, this new for 2023 model enhances Hawke’s most desired crossbow scope features. Some of these features include 5 levels of brightness with red and green illumination, a locking speed selector ring, a wide-angle field of view, and a yardage-etched reticle design.

Built on the foundation of our best-selling crossbow scope, the all new XB30 2-7×32 combines our best features into one. This new model is optimized for today’s modern crossbows. Highlighting Hawke’s patented locking speed adjustor ring to prevent accidental adjustment of your zero and a clean, yardage-etched reticle design, the addition of this XB30 showcases Hawke’s stronghold lead on the crossbow scope market. With ½ MOA low-profile fingertip turrets for easy adjustments, 11 layers of fully multi-coated lenses to provide maximum clarity and built on a 30mm mono-tube chassis for superior strength, the new XB30 is a must for your next hunt!

A new and simplified version of the ever-popular XB reticle gives crossbow hunters and target shooters a clearer view to optimize every scenario, where every second counts. The laser-etched reticle features aimpoints from 20 to 100 yards and can be calibrated to bow speeds from 280 to 440 fps.

Mogadore, OH. TenPoint Crossbows continues its dominance in crossbow speed, accuracy, and shoot-ability with the fastest compact crossbow the world has ever seen – the NEW Flatline 460.

Designed to deliver elite performance from the smallest footprint possible, the Flatline shoots a blistering 460 feet-per-second, measures only 26.5” short, and is equipped with all-new Scope Struts that provide rock solid mounting for the scope – delivering unrivaled durability and accuracy.

“The Flatline 460 is designed for the hardcore hunter – the hunter who walks a little further, sits a little longer, and needs to make the most of that split second opportunity when it presents itself,” said Phil Bednar, CEO. “With its micro footprint – including shorter 16-inch arrows – it provides all the advantages of a low profile without sacrificing speed or accuracy.

At the heart of the Flatline’s speed and power is a patented reverse-draw bow assembly and 14-inch power stroke. By reversing the bow assembly and changing the riser mounting position, the string’s resting position is extended farther down the rail which creates a 47% longer power stroke than a forward draw crossbow measuring the same length. This increased power stroke provides many advantages over forward draw crossbows:

In addition, the center-mounted riser provides superior balance, eliminating the “nose heavy” feel of traditional crossbows and making it easier to hold steady, increasing the shooters accuracy.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) would like to announce the addition of two new assisting State Directors: Rachael Miller-Lansdown and Master Chief Dan Hackstein (United States Navy, retired). Miller Lansdown will be joining current Oklahoma State Director George Tabor, while Hackstein will team up with Illinois State Directors Tina and Raymond Odle.

The CMP State Directors are representatives who help boost marksmanship programs by providing leadership, resources, program information, coordination, networking, motivation and publicity for marksmanship activities within their respective states.

Rachael Miller-Lansdown – Oklahoma State Director:

Rachael Miller-Lansdown lives in Jenks, Okla. She began in highpower service rifle around nine years ago with her husband, Allen. Her first competition experience was at CMP’s Oklahoma Travel Games where she fired in the Garand/Springfield/Modern/Vintage Military (GSMM) matches. She has since collected several marksmanship achievement pins and even made the Congressional 30 at the Talladega 600 Match.

She currently oversees the CMP Highpower Across the Course Matches at nearby Red Castle Gun Club and has completed the first level of Range Officer certification.

Safari Club International is thrilled to have named Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith of Mississippi as our Federal Legislator of the Year for 2022. Pictured above with her daughter Anna Michael Smith, a former SCI Young Hunter Award Recipient, we are excited to welcome her to Convention in Nashville, TN!

Senator Hyde-Smith’s actions are notable in protecting hunters and anglers in their freedoms to hunt and fish on public land as well as being an outspoken supporter and advocate for sportsmen and their endeavors across the state of Mississippi and the country as a whole.

For over 50 years, Safari Club International has been on the frontlines of the fight to protect freedoms for hunters, anglers, and outdoorsmen. We believe that the growth of this community is crucial for its continued survival. It is for this reason that we hold our Annual SCI Convention so that likeminded outdoor enthusiasts can meet, connect, and share common experiences.

We are honored to host Senator Hyde-Smith to our Annual SCI Convention from February 22-25 in Nashville, TN to present her with this award at our Friday Night Banquet and thank her for her continued support of our great community.

SCI Memberships and packages for this once in a lifetime experience are available now but are selling fast. With top tier entertainment, speakers, auctions, and more, the 2022 SCI convention is the premier outdoor event of the year. If you are interested in learning more, please click here to view our current packages and available options. We look forward to seeing you there!

SnapSafe® In-Wall Safes install securely between wall studs safeguarding valuables out-of-sight. In-Wall Safes are available in two sizes – a 22-inch and a 44-inch-tall version – depending on individual storage needs. SnapSafe makes peace of mind made easy with its new In-Wall Safes. 

The In-Wall Safe mounts flush against the wall allowing concealment behind pictures, furniture or other household objects without detection. If discovered, its 16-gauge steel body and extra-thick 8-gauge door thwart unauthorized access. An innovative latch mechanism maximizes usable interior space while hidden hinges impede prying and cutting attacks on the container. Thanks to its innovative design, it fits perfectly between wall studs that use the industry-standard 16-inch on-center spacing; the pre-drilled safe then lags tight to the framing using the included bolts. SnapSafe In-Wall Safes are easy to install in minutes, and the design allows orienting the door for either a left- or right-hand opening. 

A battery-powered electronic keypad provides quick entry to the In-Wall Safe. After entering the access code, its spring-assist door opens and reveals the safe’s contents. The lock has audio and LED warnings when the battery levels are running low. And just in case, SnapSafe includes a barrel key backup. 

A battery-powered electronic keypad provides quick entry to the In-Wall Safe. After entering the access code, its spring-assist door opens and reveals the safe’s contents. The lock has audio and LED warnings when the battery levels are running low. And just in case, SnapSafe includes a barrel key backup. 

The SnapSafe In-Wall Safe is an affordable, concealable security container that fits perfectly into any home.

$1.7 trillion omnibus bill would fund federal government through end of fiscal year 2023

WASHINGTON – Early this morning congressional leadership released a $1.7 trillion bipartisan omnibus spending bill for fiscal year 2023 that includes some increases for public lands management agencies, as well as funding for Interior Department programs that conserve fish and wildlife habitat. The bill also authorizes funding to address the threat of chronic wasting disease.

Included in funding for the Interior Department is a 7.5% increase for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, including an increase of $23 million for the National Wildlife Refuge System over last year, as well as an increase of nearly 6% for the Bureau of Land Management. The North American Wetlands Conservation Act would receive $50 million, and $81 million is allocated for sage grouse habitat conservation. An additional provision would close loopholes for conservation easement tax incentives, protecting the integrity of easements that help consolidate inholdings and leverage Land and Water Conservation Fund projects, securing public access to landlocked public lands.

Backcountry Hunters & Anglers is encouraged by the bill’s release and commended decision-makers in Congress for their commitment to including strong conservation measures and addressing hunter and angler priority issues.

“The holiday season just got much brighter,” said Land Tawney, BHA president and CEO. “We are excited that our congressional champs found a way to include important provisions to our community and get them over the finish line. Their recognition of the vital roles public land, water and wildlife play in our every day lives is much appreciated. Their investment in science and overall management is applauded.”

Jalise Williams signed onto Team Colt in April 2020 and has become a top-ranked female action shooter in USPSA, IPSC, 3-Gun, and Steel Challenge competitive shooting events across the country. Williams is the youngest Single Stack Ladies National Champion in USPSA history, winning at age 15, and has more than 100 other titles to her name! 

It was another banner year for this Team Colt shooter. Her year’s accolades include:

Williams proudly carries on the Team Colt Legacy at the highest levels of competition, trusting her Colt firearms’ reliability and performance for a competitive edge. With her sights set on next year, she is looking forward to continuing shooting success in 2023.

“We couldn’t be prouder of Jalise’s incredible season of performance. We will continue to support her career fully as she continues to amaze us and perform at such an historically elite level.” Paul Spitale, Executive Vice President, Colt CZ Group North America.

For more information on USPSA membership and upcoming matches, please visit https://uspsa.org/. To learn more about Colt firearms and history, please visit www.colt.com.

Specialized Recruiting for the Shooting Industry

HeadHunters NW, the premier executive recruiting firm focused exclusively and deliberately on talent acquisition for the shooting, hunting, and outdoor industry, is seeking to fill a unique Director of Merchandising role in the shooting sports industry, located in Arizona.

“This Director of Merchandising opportunity is perfect for the individual ready to take their purchasing, marketing, and negotiation skills to the next level,” said HeadHunters NW President Shaylene Keiner. “This important succession planning role promises to impact the industry in myriad positive ways,” she stated.

The Director of Merchandising will lead, guide, and advise an experienced team of senior and manager-level buyers. “Do people say you have amazing relationship skills?” asked Keiner. “While representing the largest and most innovative wholesale distributor of firearms in the U.S., you will refine your talent while hosting and building lifelong bonds,” she said. “If you have a big-picture mindset combined with the traditional values of excellent customer service, this is your home. Plus, you will share in guiding the sales of literally hundreds of thousands of firearms offerings, ranging from small, limited runs to expansive exclusives.”

This role is managed exclusively by Shaylene Keiner, HeadHunters NW President, due to the sensitive nature and critical fit required. “Although the title is ‘director,’ the potential is much greater. We expect conversations at the VP level for this position, and that’s one of the many things that makes this such an amazing opportunity,” Keiner commented. “We seek an individual who exhibits humility, a heart of service, and whose behaviors are not self-serving but instead focused on team and family. This trusted person will demonstrate the highest integrity—someone who lives by their word as their bond and who is decisive yet open-minded. We expect them to have years of experience in our industry and understand its cyclical trends. Loyalty matters.” she added.

Reliability is one of the most significant characteristics of a great relationship. Since the creation of the Original Astronaut Space Pen by Paul C. Fisher, the founder of Fisher Space Pen, and its utilization on the historical Apollo 7 Space Mission in 1968, Fisher Space Pens have been the most dependable writing devices known to the U.S. space mission crews. Additionally, Fisher Space Pen began highlighting the United States Space Force with a licensed pen since its inception on December 20th, 2019.

The USSF is a military service responsible for organizing, training, and equipping U.S. service men and women to carry out space missions. The objectives of the USSF missions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Given these purposes of the USSF, it is no surprise that Fisher Space Pen has been the USSF’s most trustworthy pen supplier that embodies reliability in the form of writing utensils.  

To commemorate the 3-year anniversary of the USSF, Fisher Space Pen highlights the Military Matte Black Cap-O-Matic Space Pen. While other models such as AG7, Bullet, and Shuttle pens have been more well-known for their usage in space, the Cap-O-Matic has also been famous for its durability and resilience. Law enforcement, first responders, medical professionals, and construction workers have loved using the Cap-O-Matic pen in their fast-paced environment for its exceptional convenience and readiness due to the single-handed cap activation.

Equipped with Fisher’s signature Pressurized PR4 cartridge, the Cap-O-Matic Space Pens write at any angle no matter the condition; underwater, in zero-gravity, in extreme temperatures ranging from 30 below zero to 250 degrees F. However, the appeal of this pen does not end there. This particular line of the Cap-O-Matic comes with an attractive black matte finish over a brass body laser-engraved with the Space Force insignia. All of this goodness is at an affordable price of $27.50. Additional personalization is available at a small fee. Whether it is for yourself or someone special, the Military Matte Black Cap-O-Matic would make the recipient thoroughly impressed and satisfied!

BELLEVUE, WA – A federal judge has declared California’s controversial “fee-shifting” tenet of the state’s new gun control law to be unconstitutional, and permanently enjoined the state from enforcing this provision, known as Section 1021.11.

It’s a victory for the Second Amendment Foundation and its partners in their lawsuit challenging the statute. SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan M. Gottlieb said this is a major setback for the gun control extremism that has been running rampant in California. The case is known as Miller v. Bonta.

“Christmas came early for Golden State gun owners and rights groups everywhere who find it necessary to challenge the state’s restrictive firearms regulations,” Gottlieb said. “Section 1021.11 would have penalized gun rights groups, and their attorneys, for having the courage to take the state to court.”

SAF was joined by the San Diego County Gun Owners Political Action Committee, California Gun Rights Foundation, Firearms Policy Coalition, Inc., John W. Dillon, Dillon Law Group, P.C., George M. Lee, Gunfighter Tactical, LLC, John Phillips, PWGG, L.P., Ryan Peterson and James Miller, for whom the case is named. Representing SAF and its partners are attorneys Bradley A. Benbrook at the Benbrook Law Group, PC and David H. Thompson at Cooper & Kirk, PLLC. 

In his ruling, U.S. District Judge Roger T. Benitez observed, “This Court concludes that the purpose and effect of § 1021.11 is to trench on a citizen’s right of access to the courts and to discourage the peaceful vindication of an enumerated constitutional right. Because the state fee-shifting statute undermines a citizen’s constitutional rights, it is this Court’s role to declare its invalidity and enjoin its threat.”

Waterfowlers facing wary ducks and competition on public land have a mid-season savior to help them stand out: the new Pearly Gates acrylic cutdown duck call.

EAGLE, Idaho — Slayer Calls has launched the Pearly Gates acrylic cutdown duck call, designed to help waterfowlers overcome the challenges of hunting crowded public land. 

“The feed call on this cutdown gives out that traditional squeaky chatter that sounds like a hole full of mallards,” said Bill Ayer, CEO of Slayer Calls. “If you’re hunting high-pressure areas and you need a call to differentiate you from the rest of the pack, this call will do it.”

For duck hunters frustrated with flocks landing in the decoy spread downstream, the Pearly Gates acrylic cutdown duck call creates a realistic, in-your-face sound that birds can’t ignore. We’re talking the classic loud, high-pitched barks that cutdowns are known for. But unlike other cutdown calls, the Pearly Gates can show a softer, quieter side.

“What makes this call unique is that we pulled tested-and-proven technology into the tone channel that allows the call to get quiet, so you can also be subtle when you need to,” Ayer said.

The MDT ACC ELITE is the most advanced competition chassis system available. It provides top-tier shooters with instinctual point-and-shoot control through perfect balance. You will find targets faster and be more precise. Each element of the ACC Elite is stiffer, more adjustable, and balanced to create the perfect rifle/shooter interaction. 

The MDT ACC Elite Chassis System is an advanced fusion of design and engineering created for top-tier professional shooters. Each ACC Elite Chassis is assembled from CNC machined 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum with Black, FDE, or Titanium Blue finish. Highlights include; a longer, wider, and stronger forend with integrated ARCA rail; a taller, adjustable magazine well; improved geometry on the new SRS-X Elite Buttstock, and redesigned Vertical Grip Elite with a connector bar. The Remington 700 SA inlet chassis weighs 6.1 lbs and is 37.4” long from forend to buttstock.

The MDT ACC Elite – Remington 700 SA is now available with a starting price of $1599.95 USD. Details can be found at https://mdttac.com/acc-elite-chassis-system/

ABOUT MDT Sporting Goods Ltd.

MDT is the leading precision rifle chassis manufacturer with offices and production in Chilliwack, BC, Canada, and Everson, WA, USA. MDT was born out of a single purpose: to provide better value and better accuracy for precision rifles. The first MDT chassis was developed from the ground up based on the needs of shooters. Our engineers verified every function and feature based on the input from competitive shooters. The result was a game-changing product called the TAC21 that continues to perform at the range, in the field, and in competitions worldwide. Today, MDT chassis, magazines, and accessories are still developed the same way. We collaborate, question, and verify our concepts with precision shooters from around the globe to ensure that every MDT product is designed with the same single purpose: to help you Shoot Better. For more information, see https://mdttac.com