Author: Adam Back

The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF) is pleased to announce the hiring of Jonathan Leach as the new director of development for the Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP). John has a long history with SSSF, first starting out as an athlete in our Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) and then shooting pistol when he started the Scholastic Pistol Program (SPP) in 2012. John was an accomplished clay shooter, Trap shooting, Sporting Clays and his favorite Skeet in SCTP all the way to High School shooting his Browning Citori. John was a member of an SPP National Championship Centerfire pistol shooting team with Ozaukee Scholastic Shooting Sports in Wisconsin, using his GLOCK 34. John gave back to the program and trained with his high school team while shooting with them in college. John later had the opportunity to be hired by Concordia University of Wisconsin (CUW) to start and coach their SCTP and SASP teams. John coached the CUW team to two SASP Rifle National Championships.

John stated, “I am excited to start my new role and help pass on and instill the values ​​that I was taught as an athlete in both SSSF programs. I received a lot from my involvement in shooting sports and I am happy to have the opportunity to give back.” “We are happy to see another one of our former athletes join our staff. Many who work for and on behalf of SSSF saw John grow in our programs. With his experience with our programs, we hope he will thrive in his role at SASP.” Said Ed Fitzgerald Chairman of the SSSF Board. Fitzgerald further stated, “As a youth development program, it is our collective vision to one day see our entire board consist of successful alumni of our programs.”

About the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation
The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF) is a 501(c)(3) public charity responsible for all aspects of the Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) and the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) in the United States. The SASP and SCTP are youth development programs in which adult coaches and other volunteers use shooting sports to teach and demonstrate sportsmanship, responsibility, honesty, ethics, integrity, teamwork, and other positive life skills.

Provide and enhance opportunities for personal growth and development for student-athlete members; become the leading authority on all things firearms related activities for youth; pass on to future generations the legacy of lifelong, safe and responsible enjoyment of shooting sports. This includes serving as the primary feed for organized and sanctioned shooting organizations and teams such as USA SHOOTING, TEAM USA, and the NGBs (NSSA, NSCA, ATA).

Columbia, MO – The MidwayUSA Foundation is now accepting grant applications for endowment holders who wish to apply for training of trainers or rank development grant funds. Both programs help the public charity continue its mission of providing sustainable funding for youth shooting teams and organizations across the United States. Qualified coaches are an integral piece to the expansion of youth shooting sports and so is a place to shoot.

Executive Director G. Scott Reynolds spoke about the importance of these grants. “We recognize that teams face other challenges, beyond lack of funds, that may prevent them from practicing and competing. Each of these programs is designed to meet the specific needs of our youth shooting programs.”

The MidwayUSA Foundation Coaches Training Scholarship cycle opened on February 1st and will run through March 1st with the scholarships being awarded in May. Funds can be used to provide trainers with basic or advanced level certifications, including skills training, clinics, train-the-trainer or other training for trainers. Teams or individuals interested in our Coach Training Grant Program should contact their state organization, as only state agency grant holders are eligible to apply.

Range Development Grants are available to allow existing shooting ranges to make improvements or expansions to allow for more youth-oriented shooting activities. This grant cycle runs from February 1 to April 1 and cash grants will be awarded in June. Requested facilities must be a range used by a MidwayUSA Foundation endowment holder. Equipment and agency endowment holders are encouraged to work with their respective shooting ranges to identify needs and complete grant application requirements. Both are competitive grant programs and applicants must apply through the MidwayUSA Foundation online application process. Additional requirements can be found on the MidwayUSA Foundation website.

The MidwayUSA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity that works to maintain and grow youth shooting sports by providing long-term funding to youth shooting teams. Every donation made is tax deductible and allows the Foundation to help expand and enhance the leadership skills, confidence and discipline of today’s youth through shooting sports activities. The Foundation supports all shooting disciplines. To learn more about how the MidwayUSA Foundation is changing the future of youth shooting sports, visit midwayusafoundation.org or call 1-877-375-4570.

The CMP Board of Directors is currently comprised of 9 individuals who share the same common interest: advancing marksmanship in the United States through safety opportunities, competitions, and programs. While their goals are mutual, they come from a variety of backgrounds, bringing with them their own unique experiences for the betterment of the organization. Here, we learn a little more about the people who are helping to lead CMP into the future.

John Carson:

Native city:

My hometown is La Jolla, California, then a small military retirement community.

How did you initially hear about the CMP?

From Steve Rutledge, founder of the Garand Collectors Association (GCA), and Cris Stone, West Point ’64 and former board member.

Why did you decide to join the CMP Board?

A worthy cause, and wonderful people.

What do you hope to achieve as a member of the CMP Board?

To help make CMP’s mission of marksmanship and the safe enjoyment of shooting sports a legacy that we can pass down to future generations, just as it did us.

What are some of your hobbies: exercise, movies, knitting, favorite sports teams, etc.?

Hiking, skiing, biking, bird hunting, rifle, recharging, travel.

Biography:

john carson is the former Chairman and Vice Chairman of Raymond James Financial. Before leaving the position in 2022, he served on the firm’s Executive Committee and as head of the Fixed Income, Public Finance, Corporate Development and Strategic Accounts divisions. Mr. Carson joined Raymond James in April 2012 when Raymond James acquired Morgan Keegan. He joined Morgan Keegan in the fixed income department in 1994 and became CEO of Morgan Keegan & Company in 2008. He served on the ALCO and management committees of Regions Financial Corporation from 2007 to 2012.

Mr. Carson began his career at Chase Manhattan Bank in New York and in Caracas, Venezuela, where he focused on correspondent banking and currency arbitrage. He later joined Morgan Stanley & Co., where he traded repos, US agency debt and mortgage-backed securities in New York and Tokyo. Originally from La Jolla, California, Mr. Carson holds a Bachelor of Arts from Dartmouth College, with a double major in International Economics and History, and an MBA from Harvard Business School. He and his wife, Suki, have four children.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a federally chartered 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. It is dedicated to firearms safety and marksmanship training and the promotion of marksmanship proficiency for United States citizens. To learn more about the CMP and its programs, log on to www.TheCMP.org.

Umarex USA will feature some familiar faces at Booth #2313 at the Safari Club International Convention (February 22-25) in Nashville, Tennessee. In addition, an informative seminar will be held on the current state of hunting with large-caliber air weapons. part of SCI’s educational programs.

On Friday, February 24 at 1 pm, Tom Claycomb II will present “Big Game with Air Guns” in room 2004.

Claycomb is a dedicated air shooter who will explain the many benefits of hunting with .50 caliber airguns, such as the many open airgun categories in the SCI Log Book.

At 2 pm, appointment abby casey at the Umarex Airguns stand. Casey lives to hunt and fish. She is a former state champion shooter and NJROTC national champion shooter. She now serves as executive producer of “American Airgunner” and is an avid turkey hunter.

At 3:00 p.m., attendees will be able to meet chris dorsey, star of “Sporting Classics with Chris Dorsey. Dorsey, one of the world’s most traveled hunters, has taken all 29 species of North American big game, Africa’s Deadly Seven, Africa’s spiral horns and a World Slam turkey. Through his program, Dorsey has shown that large-caliber air weapons like the Umarex Hammer are effective on the African plains.

At 4 pm, the father/daughter duo of tim wells and sydnie wells will be in booth 2313. Tim Wells, also known as the “Slockmaster,” is one of the best at using primitive tools like bows, spears, and BB guns for his TV show “Relentess Pursuit.”

His daughter, Sydnie Wells, is an accomplished hunter in her own right and hosts the Barstool Outdoors. Both have added airsoft guns to their arsenals in recent years and can

show attendees the harvesting capabilities of air hunting.

For more information, visit UmarexAirguns.com.

About UMAREX USA

Umarex USA, Incorporated is one of the fastest growing outdoor sports and recreation family businesses in North America. Umarex USA innovates, develops and markets products under brands owned by its parent company, UMAREX GmbH & Company KG. Such brands include Axeon® Optics, Beretta®, Browning®, Colt®, Elite Force™ Airsoft, GLOCK®, Heckler & Koch®, Hornady®, IWI®, Prepared 2 Protect®, REKT®, Ruger®, RWS®, Smith & Wesson®, T4E®, UMAREX®, Walther® and others.

For additional information on Umarex USA, please visit UmarexUSA.info.

FALCO^® Globally recognized for exceptional craftsmanship in each specially designed, handcrafted leather sheath, the holsters enjoyed unprecedented success during the NSSF^® SHOT Show 2023 focusing on dealer support through partnerships and new product innovations.

“We made our direct selling dealer support program a priority for 2023,” said Katarína Zacharová, vice president of sales and marketing for FALCO Holsters. “The retailers we met with at the SHOT Show were enthusiastic about our margins, MAP pricing and the ease of working with us,” she said.

“One of the exciting new distributors we have added to our list of partners is Frontier Justice,” said Zacharová. “As a Missouri-based destination and range retailer, they approach gun ownership as a lifestyle through a personalized approach. That fits perfectly with our one-on-one business style.”

According to Zacharová, there are many benefits for dealers who partner with FALCO Holsters. “It is crucial to listen carefully to the needs of frontline retailers, and your message has been clear. They want to carry unique products that customers can only buy from them, without competition from other brick-and-mortar locations, online retailers, or big box stores. Through this direct collaboration with distributors, our retailers differentiate their product assortment from others and enjoy a competitive advantage,” she said.

FALCO Holsters puts a lot of effort into collaborating with retail partners. “We recognize that conserving shelf space is crucial for retailers, so we offer a Multifit line of premium quality leather cases,” Zacharová commented. And, as the popularity of weapon-mounted lights, lasers and sights continues, we have many optics-ready options for dealers to choose from.”

Research and development of new gun holsters and EDC products are essential to FALCO’s strategic growth plan. “We regularly develop new designs with input from our partners. Your frontline contact with gun owners is informative and current. In addition, everyone is satisfied with the high-quality FALCO materials and art. Stay tuned for updates on our latest sleeve innovation coming in March. It’s yet another product serving retailers,” he said.

For more information on becoming a trusted FALCO Holsters retailer, please contact Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Katarína Zacharová, at [email protected].

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About FALCO^® Holsters, The Gun Holsters Company

FALCO Holsters brings a unique blend of modern techniques and traditional old world craftsmanship to our portfolio of custom pistol holsters. Since 1989, the FALCO brand has grown from a small garage in rural Slovakia manufacturing leather falconry gloves to a state-of-the-art workshop producing a wide variety of covers that we supply to individuals, police forces and military units of everyone. Using only the highest quality European and American materials available, FALCO Holsters continues to thrive while proudly maintaining a personal approach. All products are handmade in Slovakia, in the heart of the beautiful Stiavnica Mountains, rich in history and appreciated as a World Heritage Site (UNESCO). We pride ourselves on the precision of our skilled craftsmen and our ability to design and manufacture products according to the needs and requirements of any customer. Our commitment to customer service and superior quality extends through our endless customization options, FALCO Holster’s Limited Lifetime Warranty, and fast FedEx international shipping.

LIGHTWEIGHT, EXTREME EYE RELIEF, FAST ACQUISITION RETICLE

Hawke® Optics, a world leader in quality sporting optics that perform outstandingly in the field while maintaining optimal value for the consumer, is taking over the turkey market with the first turkey scope of its kind. The new Vantage IR 1-4×20 Turkey Dot Riflescope was specifically designed to be a serious lightweight turkey scope. With a favorable reticle and the ability to be used as a reflex or magnified optic, you’ll be ready for your next turkey season!

The new turkey dot IR reticle offers fast acquisition of your target when every second counts. You have the ability to use it at 1x for true reflex shooting when your turkey is up close and in person, but you’ll also have the ability to zoom in on your turkey at longer distances with up to 4x magnification. The 4 MOA illuminated center dot aiming point is surrounded by a circle that measures 10 inches at 25 yards, when at 1x magnification. Non-illuminated floating posts at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock provide additional guidance and level confirmation for improved accuracy and quick target identification.

Made with a 4-inch long eye relief, capped low-profile ½ MOA turrets, and a clean new reticle designed specifically for turkey hunting, the new Turkey Dot is a must-have! Its precision glass-etched reticle has red and green multi-stage illumination. Built on a 1-inch monotube chassis, this new turkey scope features a high-torque zoom ring and fast-focus scope. No wonder it’s covered by Hawke’s No-Fail Lifetime Warranty, is Nitrogen Purged, Shockproof, Waterproof and Fogproof. It’s also rated for all gauges, so no matter what you hunt with for turkey season, it can handle it! The durability of Hawke’s rifle scopes is exceptional and stands the test.

This new Turkey Dot Rifle Scope from Hawke only improves on their dedication to providing turkey hunters with the best optics on the market! In 2022, Hawke released a new reticle on its popular reflex sight. The Reflex Circle Dot Wide View took the turkey market by storm last season with its 2 MOA Dot / 35 MOA Circle, only to be accompanied by an extremely impressive variable power scope for 2023.

More and more people are turning to turkey hunting optics for various reasons. Whether it’s his preference, or you’re guiding a young hunter into the sport and want to give him quick target acquisition, the new Hawke turkey scope should be on his radar. Retailing for $239, the new Vantage IR 1-4×20 Turkey Dot Scope is your key to a successful turkey season!

About Hawke
#VISION ACCOMPLISHED. Hawke is a global market leader at the forefront of optical performance with class-leading innovation and design offering a complete line of sporting optics from rifle, crossbow, shotgun and air pistol scopes to binoculars, spotting scopes and accessories. Accuracy, strength and precision; Hawke optics combine iconic design, exceptional engineering, and unmatched craftsmanship to create an unforgettable viewing experience. As awareness of Hawke Sport Optics grows, more customers trust Hawke as the undisputed industry leader in optics. Learn more at www.hawkeoptics.com.

The registration period runs from February 27 to April 7.

The US Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency (USDA-FSA) has announced a new general enrollment period for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) which will run from February 27 to April 7, 2023. The CRP has long been the nation’s most important tool for environmental targeting sensitive lands with conservation practices that produce habitat for wildlife, cleaner waters, healthier soils and a more resilient climate. Owners should visit the nearest USDA Service Center for more information on general CRP eligibility.

“CRP has always been a key tool for American farmers, ranchers and landowners,” said Jim Inglis, director of government affairs for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. “CRP allows growers to enroll hard-to-farm acres in the program to improve wildlife habitat, soil health, water quality, and climate resiliency, and is a key part of the economic safety net for farms. rural communities. As the country seeks to improve its ecological impacts and its economic position, the CRP should be celebrated as a method to reinforce both sides of the equation”.

The Conservation Reserves Program has supported wildlife populations and rural communities since President Ronald Reagan signed the CRP into law on December 23, 1985. There are currently 23 million registered acres with a cap of 27 million registered acres. acres set for fiscal year 2023. In addition, growers and property owners can enroll acres under continuous registration, including sought practices such as the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) and the State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement (SAFE) initiative. ).

The Farm Service Agency will also announce dates for Grassland CRP registration in the coming weeks. Grassland CRP is a working land program that helps landowners and operators protect grasslands, including rangeland and pasture, while maintaining the areas as working grazing land.

“The Conservation Reserve Program is one of the largest private land conservation programs in the United States, offering a variety of options to farmers, ranchers and landowners,” said Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. “CRP has been and continues to be an excellent choice for farmers with marginal or less productive cropland, helping them re-establish valuable land cover to help improve water quality, prevent soil erosion and support habitat for life. wild. Under this administration, we have made several updates to the program to increase grower interest and enrollment, strengthen the climate benefits of the program, and help ensure underserved growers can find a pathway into the CRP.”

The welcome news also comes as The Habitat Organization gears up for the 2023 National Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic, the annual celebration of upland conservation taking place in Minneapolis, Minnesota, February 17-19. Featuring a landowner workshop and habitat helpdesk, the event is a great opportunity for landowners to learn more about CRP and begin the registration process with the help of a professional wildlife biologist. .

To locate one of the more than 325 Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever biologists in the United States and begin drawing up a conservation plan, visit our biologist locator to search by zip code.

About Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever make up the nation’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to upland habitat conservation. This community of more than 400,000 members, supporters, and partners is dedicated to protecting our highlands through habitat improvement, public access, education, and advocacy. A network of 754 local chapters spread across North America determine how 100 percent of their locally raised funds are spent—the only national conservation organization to operate through this grassroots structure. Since its inception in 1982, the organization has dedicated more than $1 billion to more than 575,000 habitat projects benefiting 24 million acres.

Lafayette, Louisiana – Gray Man Tactical™ introduces the ultimate Rifle & Pistol Lockable Carry Package with the #303 – RMPX™ Vehicle Lockable Rifle Carrier + Pistol Safe. The Locking Rifle Mount – The SC-6 Mount secures your rifle by holding your rifle’s protective tube or hand guard and uses a 12V cigarette lighter push button for electronic release of the locking mechanism.

Included in the package is the Vaultek® SL20i – sliding biometric safe that secures your handgun while keeping it out of sight. RMP Cover™ adds an additional level of concealment that covers the entire panel and content.

Designed to be the most durable and secure mounting solution on the market, Gray Man Tactical’s #303 Pack is the preferred choice for firearms owners.

RMPX™ #303 – Vehicle Locking Rifle Rack + Pistol Safe Package Contents include:

QUANTITY 1 – 15.25 X 25 RMPX™
QUANTITY 1 – RMP Cover™
QUANTITY 1: RMP™ Headrest Mounting Clamp
QUANTITY 1 – Master Lock® 5/16″ Python Adjustable Cable Lockout
QUANTITY 1 – G-Code® Soft Shell Scorpion Mag Carrier [Pistol]
QUANTITY 1 – G-Code® Soft Shell Scorpion Mag Carrier [Rifle]
QUANTITY 1 – Lock-On Rifle Mount – SC-6
QTY. 1 – RMP™ Stock Cup Kit [Standard, Black Anodized]
QUANTITY 1 – SE20-BK Keypad Safe

MSRP $1,499.99

For more information on the #303 Vehicle Locking Rifle Rack + Pistol Safe RMPX™ Bundle, visit www.greymantactical.com.

GMT™ Guarantee:

Gray Man Tactical™ warrants its products against defects in workmanship and materials. If you have a defective product, we will gladly replace it at no cost to you. This does not apply to third party products.

About GMT™:

In 2012, Paul Capdepon lived in an area where he preferred that the contents of his personal computer not be known. He carried a nondescript commuter-style backpack and wanted the ability to organize EDC-type gear. Not finding a suitable option, Paul decided to adapt the traditional MOLLE style mesh and designed the first ever Rigid MOLLE Panel™ to insert into any backpack with a 15″ laptop sleeve.

After receiving interest in the Rigid MOLLE Panel™ that Paul had made for his own gear, he decided to launch a basic website in 2014 to start selling them. Paul worked with local fabricators in his home state of Louisiana as demand to expand the RMP™ range of sizes increased rapidly. GMT™ has undergone extensive testing and evaluation under the most adverse and demanding conditions. GMT™ then incorporated customer feedback to optimize performance in creating a trusted organizational platform.

Since then, the RMP Series™ has been used by federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, specifically the DOS, DOJ, DHS, FBI, USMS, USBP, NYPD, and LAPD for the US Armed Forces, including the US Army, USAF, USN, USMC, USCG, and USSOCOM, with deployment to assigned missions in Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, and surrounding areas of operation. As a result, the RMP Series™ has produced over 1,000 five-star reviews in our efforts to make critical equipment quickly accessible.

Our ongoing passion is serving prepared citizens, outdoorsmen, law enforcement, first responders, and Armed Forces communities, and we look forward to continuing to build teams that enable them to perform at the highest level.

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