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Team Mathews, Morgan Dominate At ASA Pro/Am
By Mathews, Inc.
Team Mathews claimed 7 of 9 podium spots across three pro divisions at the ASA Pro/Am in Paris, TX this past weekend, including first and second place finishes in Men's Open Pro and a sweep of the Women's Open Pro class. Levi Morgan took top honors in the Men's Open Pro Division scoring 488 with a total of 21 twelve rings for the weekend. “I ... READ MORE
Firearms Industry economic impact rises 168% since 2008
By National Shooting Sports Foundation
The total economic impact of the firearms and ammunition industry in the United States increased from $19.1 billion in 2008 to $51.3 billion in 2016, a 168 percent increase.
The total number of full-time equivalent jobs rose from approximately 166,000 to more than 300,000, an 81 percent increase in that period, according to a report released April... READ MORE
Hunters harvest 4,060 turkeys during youth weekend
By Missouri Department of Conservation
According to preliminary data, young turkey hunters harvested 4,060 birds during the 2017 spring youth season April 8 and 9. Top harvest counties were Franklin with 118 birds harvested, Callaway with 91, and Gasconade with 87.
Young hunters checked 4,167 turkeys during last year's youth weekend.
For county-specific information on turkey harvest ... READ MORE
Wisconsin continues to utilize CWD response plan
By Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Wisconsin’s 15-year Chronic Wasting Disease Response plan will continue following recommendations after its review. The CWD Response Plan covers surveillance and monitoring, education and outreach, biosecurity and safety, research and public involvement.
During the past several months, the Departments of Natural Resources, Agriculture, Trade... READ MORE
Rule changes for terminally ill hunters
By South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks
A rule that allows for the allocation of a deer, antelope or turkey license to terminally ill South Dakota residents has been expanded by the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Commission.
The rule change will allow Game, Fish and Parks to authorize a terminally ill resident to hunt a deer, antelope or turkey outside established season dates if ci... READ MORE
Number of hunters who hunt mostly for meat continues to grow
By Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
Survey research shows American hunters most often name the meat as their most important reason for hunting, and that the percentage of hunters who hunt mainly for the meat continues to grow.
Responsive Management, which has tracked hunting participation for almost three decades, recently released the latest results of a survey question put to U.S.... READ MORE
Hunters asked to volunteer for turkey harvest survey
By Georgia Department of Natural Resources
When Georgia’s turkey hunting season opened March 24, hunters had expectations of 2017 being a stronger turkey season than 2016.
To verify the season meets expectations, hunters can volunteer to participate in the annual Turkey Hunting Population Index Survey. Also known as the Harvest Card Survey, the survey provides data on hunter e... READ MORE
Fungus that causes WNS found in three new locations
By South Carolina Dept. of Natural Resources
The fungus that causes the devastating bat disease white-nose syndrome (WNS) is now present in three new counties: Greenville, Union and Lancaster.
The National Wildlife Health Center recently confirmed that the fungus was present on bats in each of these counties. This doubles the previous number of counties known to have the fungus in South Caro... READ MORE
Yamaha Volunteers Support San Bernardino National Forest
By Yamaha Motor Corp., USA
Outdoor Access Initiative Assists in Rehabbing Public Lands and OHV Areas Impacted by 2016 Wildfires. Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, employees returned to the San Bernardino National Forest this past weekend to volunteer their time in support of projects aiding the fire-damaged OHV trails within the Trestles / Baldy Mesa OHV staging area. Working with me... READ MORE
Back In the Saddle
By Ken Piper
A quick turkey gear review from a die-hard deer hunter. It’s been more than 15 years since I did any serious turkey hunting, but with both my kids now done with school, it felt like a good time to get back out after some winged prey. Before I go any further, I should make it clear that my turkey hunting passion has always eclipsed my skill. A... READ MORE