Ducks Unlimited celebrates World Wetlands Day 2023

Wetlands are being lost three times faster than forests

On Thursday, February 2, Ducks Unlimited (DU) and conservationists around the world will celebrate World Wetlands Day (WWD) to recognize the importance of wetland ecosystems to humans and wildlife. This year’s theme is “It’s Time to Restore Wetlands.”

Part of DU’s mission is to increase public awareness of the benefits that wetlands provide as waterfowl habitats and as critical natural water filters. Wetlands provide many services to our communities, including flood storage, groundwater recharge, carbon sequestration, fish habitat enhancement, and much more.

WWD is focused on conservation solutions for these beautiful and critical landscape features that some describe as the kidneys of nature due to their ability to filter and clean water.

World Water Day commemorates the signing of the Convention on Wetlands on February 2, 1971 in Ramsar, Iran. Every year since the first celebration in 1997, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, businesses and citizens representing all segments of society have used the anniversary to raise public awareness of the values ​​and benefits of wetlands. in general and the Ramsar Convention in particular.

According to the Ramsar Convention, wetlands are being lost three times faster than forests. Over 80% of all wetlands have disappeared since the 18th century. Since 1970, at least 35% of the world’s wetlands have been lost.

“Wetland conservation is what we do,” said Karen Waldrop, DU’s director of conservation. “Ducks Unlimited volunteers, members, patrons and supporters have spent the last 86 years restoring or protecting more than 15.5 million acres of habitat in North America. I’m proud to say that every day is World Wetlands Day at Ducks Unlimited.”

DU, along with the help and support of its strong volunteers and partners, is preserving prairie potholes and native grasslands on the Great Plains, restoring lowland hardwood forests in the lower river valley. Mississippi, protecting and enhancing the Chesapeake Bay watershed, and protecting and enhancing wetland habitats in California’s Central Valley, Texas coastal prairies, and Louisiana coastal marshes, just to name a few.

“Ducks Unlimited remains committed to our conservation mission,” Waldrop said. “Thanks to the tireless support of generations of DU members, volunteers and partners, that hard work and commitment was on display again when DU protected or restored 575,000 acres of habitat in fiscal year 2022. But, as always, DU’s conservation work never-ending effort. Habitat work continues daily in the United States, Canada and Mexico.”

For more information on World Wetlands Day, visit https://www.worldwetlandsday.org/.

Ducks Unlimited Inc. is the worldNorth America’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving vanishing waterfowl habitats. Established in 1937, Ducks Unlimited has conserved more than 15 million acres thanks to the contributions of more than one million supporters across the continent. Guided by science and dedicated to program efficiency, DU works toward the vision of enough wetlands to fill the skies with waterfowl today, tomorrow, and forever. For more information about our work, visit www.patos.org.

Keep the knives sharp at the hunting camp

Selecting a sharpening system for a hunting camp can be tricky business. There are many options available for keeping steel sharp, and even more knife makers and blade style options.

What exactly is a hunting knife? After the hunt, a hunting knife prepares the game for food. This includes but is not limited to skinning and boning. Some hunting knives may have a blade with a curved part for skinning and a straight part for slicing meat. You will also find that some blades incorporate a Gut Hook.

A whetstone (water stone) is a rectangular stone with a gritty surface used to sharpen knives and other metal tools. Sharpening stones can be natural or synthetic. Natural sharpening stones may be slower to process than synthetic ones, but they produce a fantastic cutting edge without removing a lot of steel. A whetstone requires a certain level of skill to use successfully, it can be heavy, bulky, and at the end of the day, it’s one dimensional.

A quick and convenient alternative to packing sharpening stones is the Warthog V-Sharp XE (Xtreme Edge) which features 4 snap-in angle settings (17°, 20°, 25°, 30°) with an 8 oz. durable ABS plastic; the V-Sharp XE is waterproof. Skinning, filleting and kitchen knives use 17° to 20° angles, making the V-Sharp XE the obvious choice. Comes standard with 325 grit (finishing steel included) and 600/1000 grit (optional) natural diamond rods. Simply run the blade in a cutting motion completely through and out of the sharpener, keeping the blade flat against the blade guide. This movement provides a constant angle from heel to toe, regardless of the materials or brands of the blade. The V-Sharp XE sharpens the blade on both sides simultaneously, perfect for most other flat blade knives. It is ideal for hunting camps and base camps!

Gut Hook File: Gut Hook knives feature sharp semicircular “hooks” behind the point of the knife. The gut hook serves more than one purpose. For hunters and fishermen, it helps to open up a game’s intestinal cavity by first making a small incision at the bottom. The gut hook is then placed in the small opening and pulled down like a zipper. This makes it easier and potentially faster to play the field and drastically reduces the chance of puncturing an internal organ. A gut hook is a utility tool for cutting twine/rope on the utilitarian side. A major drawback to a gut hook is how difficult it can be to sharpen. Still, many hunters find the gut hook feature a must when it comes to backcountry hunting. The Warthog Gut Hook File features a 600-grit diamond shaft, a blue composition handle with an oversized lanyard hole, measuring 7 1/4″ overall, and a 3 7/8″ diamond shaft. ideal for large tooth and gut hook blades.

Make Warthog V-Sharp XE and Gut Hook File permanent residents in your hunting camp!

extreme edge

  • 4 snap angle settings
  • (17°, 20°, 25°, 30°)
  • 325 grit natural diamond rods (included)
  • 600 Grit or 1000 Grit (optional)
  • comes in black
  • super light
  • Durable ABS plastic housing.
  • adjustable spring tension
  • Finishing Steels (included)
  • 1 year warranty
  • Weight: 8 ounces (229 grams)
  • Retail Price: $74.99

Intestinal hook file

  • Ideal for Fishing/Hunting
  • Diamond rod: 600 grit
  • contoured handle
  • Includes cord
  • Size: 7 1/4″ overall, 3 7/8″ Diamond Rod
  • MSRP: $44.99

For over 20 years Warthog Blade Sharpeners have been manufacturing and exporting high quality diamond knife sharpeners. Warthog was established in 1999 with the goal of creating a world first and innovative knife sharpener that would deliver better results than any competitor on the market. Treat your blades with the respect and care they deserve. We have done extensive research on various types of knife sharpeners, and the results may surprise you. Microscopic photographs of the edges show just how much damage traditional sharpeners can cause.

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Speer Ammunition was awarded a contract to provide service ammunition to the French police

Speer Ammunition was recently awarded the French Police 9mm Service Pistol Ammunition contract for Speer 124-grain Gold Dot. The service firearms contract will supply this agency for up to four years with an expected quantity of 20 million rounds.

“We are very pleased with the award of this prestigious contract,” said Speer President Jason Vanderbrink. “It validates the high level of trust international law enforcement agencies have in our extremely reliable and innovative products.”

The Gold Dot ammunition will be sent by the French National Police, the National Gendarmerie, the Customs Police and the Penitentiary Administration for a total of more than 250,000 people.

“The use of Gold Dot technology in this contract ammunition ensures the highest performance threshold and absolute confidence in performance,” said David Leis, vice president of Law Enforcement, Government and International Sales. “We are proud to produce ammunition that meets and exceeds the stringent requirements of our customers.”

Speer Gold Dot has set an industry benchmark for both self-defense and mandatory wear, earning the trust of consumers and law enforcement around the world. The bullet features a pressure-formed lead core that is bonded to an extremely uniform single-atom jacket while virtually eliminating separation on impact for more weight retention and consistent depths of penetration. The Gold Dot hollow point design expands consistently across a wide range of barriers. Reliable starting and cycling is achieved by sealed primers and nickel-plated brass.

Speer ammunition can be found at dealers across the country. For more information on all Speer products or to purchase online, visit www.speer.com

NDA Deer Report Finds 88% of US Whitetail Harvest Occurs on Private Land

An average of 88% of state whitetail deer harvests occur on private land, according to the latest deer report from the National Deer Association, released today. Texas reported the highest rate of deer hunting on private land at 99%, while Massachusetts reported the highest rate of deer hunting on public land at 43%.

“Most of America’s 600 million acres of public lands are in the West, but proportionately few hunters are residents of those states,” said NDA director of conservation Kip Adams, and one of the authors of the report. report. “Most whitetails live in the eastern states along with most hunters, and these new data underscore the importance of habitat management conservation and hunting deer on private land.”

NDA’s Deer Report is available for free download at this link.

The NDA’s new Deer Report includes an estimated 2021-22 season deer harvest of more than 5.9 million, so it follows that approximately 5.2 million of those whitetails were taken on private land compared to just over 700,000 on public land, more than seven times as many. . Regionally, the private land harvest rate included 93% in the Southeast, 91% in the Midwest, and 81% in the Northeast. Full state-by-state data is available in the full report.

“This does not diminish the importance of public game lands,” Adams said. “We need to acquire more public hunting lands in the east, and we need to better manage habitat on existing public lands. But for hunter recruitment, herd management and all the ways that we want to protect and enhance deer hunting, we need to understand that the majority of those opportunities will be on privately owned acres.”

In a related finding from the new Deer Report, 27 of the 47 states (57%) offer a hunting access program on private land. The biggest opportunity for new programs is in the Southeast, where only three of 11 states offered such programs in 2022, and where 93% of deer hunting is on private land.

Antlered Deer Harvest

Additional findings from the new report include an estimated 2021-22 antler deer harvest of 2,969,596, the fourth-highest in the past 10 hunting seasons, though 2% less than the new-century high deer harvest set in 2020.

Harvesting Antlerless Deer

The estimated antlerless deer harvest of 2,963,921 was 8% lower than the previous season, falling below the level of the antlered deer harvest. The previous season’s antlerless crop of 3,207,937 was 12% higher than the previous season, a significant jump that has now been corrected.

dollar age structure

American deer hunters continue to take more adult and mature bucks than ever in the history of modern deer hunting. One-year-old males (1½ years) accounted for 27% of the 2021-22 male crop, up 1% from the previous season’s record low of 26%. This means that older males still account for a large part of the crop: 40% of the male crop was 3 1/2 years or older, also down 1% from the previous season’s record 41%.

Some other highlights

  • 66% of deer taken in the 2020-21 season were killed with a firearm compared to 25% with archery equipment and 9% with muzzleloaders.
  • Texas has the most deer hunters in the nation (756,000), but ranks very low in deer hunters per square mile at 2.9. Pennsylvania has the highest number of deer hunters per square mile at 14.4, followed by New York (12.0), Wisconsin (11.4), New Jersey (10.5), and Michigan (9.5).
  • 74% of Illinois deer hunters hunt with archery equipment, the highest rate in the country. Massachusetts has the most muzzleloader deer hunters at 70%.
  • 12 of the 31 reporting states allow predation crop permit holders to take antlered bucks any time of year, under any circumstances, using the permits.
  • All state wildlife agencies in the lower 48 states use Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to communicate with constituents. Eight of the 48 use TikTok.

NDA’s 2023 Deer Report covers data from the 2021-22 hunting season, the most recent season with complete harvest data available from all major deer states. Complete state-by-state estimates of the total buck deer harvest, buck age structure, and many other harvest parameters are available in the comprehensive Deer Report, which also includes a look at many other issues critical to the deer hunting.

Join the NDA and support their mission today, or sign up for their free email newsletter to receive the latest on deer hunting and management at DeerAssociation.com

About the National Deer Association

The National Deer Association is the leading nonprofit deer conservation group, working to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat, and game. Formed by combining the strengths of two long-standing successful organizations, the National Deer Association has a combined 40-year effort that has changed deer management to improve hunting and protect America’s most vital and admired game species. North America for future generations. Visit DeerAssociation.com or follow @deerassociation on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok.

South Dakota’s Second Century Habitat Fund Launches “Winter Storms Initiative”

Sioux Falls, SD —- The South Dakota Second Century Habitat Fund (SCHF) in partnership with South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) have partner to raise awareness and financial needs, for the devastating effects the winter of 2022/23 has had on South Dakota Wildlife across the state.

South Dakota was affected by heavy snowfall and record temperatures during the winter of 2022/23. These heavy snowfalls falling over two feet and temperatures exceeding minus 50 degrees are some of the harshest conditions for South Dakota wildlife. As hardy as wildlife is, conditions like these are nearly impossible to survive without proper cover and accessible food sources. Due to the deep snowpack, much of South Dakota’s quality habitat has been rendered unusable, and food sources have been covered for months, making it extremely difficult for wildlife that were able to survive the initial storms to survive. the remaining winter months.

“Quality habitat is the key ingredient for abundant wildlife populations, especially during severe winters,” said Kevin Robling, GFP Secretary. “The availability of woody habitats, food plots, and other thermal cover are essential for wildlife in harsh winters and greatly influence winter survival.”

“This winter has been brutal across the state and if we want thousands of South Dakotans and non-residents to enjoy fall pheasant hunting, we need to make sure we care for these birds during harsh winters. Adequate cover and accessible food sources, especially in the late winter months, are critical to wildlife survival,” said SCHF President Adam Bender.

Second Century Habitat Fund Inc. estimates to provide up to $300,000 in project cost for the campaign. SCHF will contribute $100,000 to start the initiative, and they will match up to $100,000 of contributions from private donors in 2023. If you would like to support this initiative and are looking to make a significant impact on South Dakota’s wildlife, you can make contributions at the Second Winter Initiative. from the Century Habitat Fund Donations over $50 will receive a limited-edition Second Century Habitat Fund cap.

About Second Century Habitat Fund, South Dakota

The Second Century Habitat Fund is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation that works to educate homeowners about the importance of grasslands in improving pheasant habitat in South Dakota. The Fund is governed by a Board of Directors that represents landowners, business owners, pheasant preserve operators, and community leaders throughout South Dakota.

TROPHY GRAPH SYSTEMS PARTNERS WITH UNIVERSITY OF FISHERIES

SEE HOW TROPHY GRAPHICS SYSTEMS IMPACT FISHING DAY WITH THE GUYS AT FISHING COLLEGE

Fishing University with Charlie Ingram will feature Trophy Graph Systems, a Rose Metal Products (RMP) brand, on the January 30 episode airing on both the Outdoor Channel and the World Fishing Network. In this segment, Trophy Graph Systems Johnny Christy and Art Pleinis fish with Charlie Ingram and Ray Brazier on Lake Wappapello near Poplar Bluff, Missouri. During the fishing trip, Christy demonstrates how utilizing his chart mounts can substantially increase anglers’ fishing time by effectively positioning multiple chart systems on the bow of the boat. The ability to run Live Scope, a mapping program (chart plotter) and 360 Imaging, alongside traditional sonar, gives elite anglers a competitive advantage.

Trophy Graph Systems started when Christy’s friend needed to mount two graphs to the front of his bass boat. RMP developed a mount and, according to Christy, “it took us three tries to get it right, and part of getting it right meant he got close. For some, it might have been close enough, but for us, it just wasn’t there.” They continued with the project until they developed the perfect fit. From there, word spread quickly and the Trophy Graph Systems brand was born. Trophy Graph Systems continued to refine the product to build a system applicable to all bass anglers.

That first year of production, Johnny Christy and Art Pleinis attended the Bass Master Classic at Lake Ray Roberts in Ft Worth, Texas with a pair of saddles, a table, and an RMP sign. People didn’t know who they were and they thought RMP stood for Russell Marine Products. Wally Marshall (Mr. Crappie) stopped at his “booth”. According to Christy, Marshall reviewed the mounting systems on display, looked at Christy and Pleinis, and commented, “Guys, what you have here looks great, but it’s got to look good. You have to get banners and flags. You have to look like professionals,” laughs Christy.

The beauty of Trophy Graph Systems is the ability to customize your boat’s graph solution to any configuration you may need. A modular system and different base supports allow almost any design imaginable. The systems are offered at very competitive prices and are strong and durable, safely keeping your valuable electronic displays exactly where you need them. This is one of the reasons why Trophy Graph Systems always says you can trust “Put your money where your MOUNTING is!!”

Take a look at his fun “Mini Tournament” with the guys from the University of Fishing as you learn what solutions Trophy Graph Systems offers for your graph mounting needs.

About pink metal products:

Rose Metal Products, Inc. is an American company. We have grown into a highly competitive metal fabrication company through hard work and dedication to excellence. Our mission at RMP is to provide the highest level of customer service while upholding our distinctive attention to detail on all jobs, large and small.

iSportsman Sponsored YouTube Series – Extended and Available Now

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA.- iSportsman sponsored YouTuber and active duty service member Mike Rogers @TLOMikeRogers for several trips to Arizona for a late-season mule deer hunt. Mike’s first trip took place January 13-20, and last weekend, January 20. January 28-29—returned for more action. Mike is relatively new to the hunting community and found his niche in bowhunting five years ago, but his passion for hitting the fields like a pro makes him a standout content creator.

iSportsman recently developed iSportsmanX, a free additional service that is open to the public and to iSportsman users. iSportsmanX is designed to help outdoorsmen like Mike find recreational activities both on and off base. Mike is an avid user of iSportsmanGX, the original enterprise solution iSportsman created for the federal government and Department of Defense to manage hunting programs on federal land and military bases; however, when Mike was still itching to complete one more tag late in the season, iSportsmanX helped him find additional opportunities.

Like Mike, anyone can use iSportsmanX to find the outdoor opportunities they’re looking for. With an interactive map feature, an adjustable search radius, and a friendly user interface, iSportsmanX can help others find iSportsman-managed outdoor recreation opportunities and activities elsewhere. While there are many other digital hunting solutions out there, iSportsman’s suite of services is the only one designed around the experience of the veteran and active duty hunter.

That’s why Mike was happy to show off iSportsman as he surveyed the rugged Arizona desert terrain for deer scat, tracks and other signs of activity. Currently, four videos from Mike’s iSportsman series are live, with the intention of uploading two a week until the end of February. You can check out all the details of Mike’s adventures on YouTube and Instagram @TLOMikeRogers.

You can find more information about iSportsmanX and iSportsmanGX on their websites. In addition, iSportsman also offers a customizable and scalable solution for private owners: iSportsmanARX. Stay up to date with all things iSportsman by signing up for the newsletter or following iSportsman on Facebook and Instagram.

About iSportsman: iSportsman is the nation’s leading recreation program management solution, serving as the enterprise-grade provider for the US Army, Air Force, Hunting, Fishing, and Firewood permit sales programs. Guard and Security Services. US Fish and Wildlife iSportsman has been delivering SaaS and custom solutions to meet the needs of large-scale recreational programs for over 12 years. iSportsman currently manages permit sales, access control, reporting, and more for more than 10.6 million acres of forests, fields, trails, and waterways in the continental United States, Alaska, and Hawaii. Visit isportsman.com for more information.

HAWKE® OPTICS BRINGS THE BEST TURKEY HUNTING OPTICS TO NWTF

Come see the widest range of scopes and scopes specifically for turkey hunting at Hawke Optics Booth #2156

Hawke® Optics, a world leader in quality sports optics that perform outstandingly on the field while maintaining optimal value for the consumer, will be attending the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Convention February 15-19, 2023 (booth #2156) in Nashville, TN and they are bringing you the best turkey hunting shotgun optics you will find anywhere. Hawke is ready to take over the turkey hunting market and you won’t want to miss out. With more turkey hunters adding an optic to their shotguns each year, now is a great time to increase your accuracy for better hunting.

“We are excited for this year’s NWTF Convention and for our customers to get their hands on the best range of turkey hunting optics available,” said Kevin Sheehan, Hawke Optics’ vice president of sales and marketing. “Our new Vantage IR 1-4X20 Turkey Dot shotgun scope sets a new standard for hunting scope performance, and for hunters looking for something more, we have the Reflex Circle Dot Wide-View Scope and the 1x Prism Red Scope. Dot. Whatever style of sight you want for your turkey gun, we’ve got you covered.”

The new Vantage IR 1-4×20 Turkey Dot scope was designed from the ground up to be the best scope for turkeys. It uses Hawke’s new IR Turkey Dot reticle for extremely fast target acquisition. Being a multi-powered scope, you can use it at 1x to shoot reflexes when the bird is close. However, you can also zoom in at longer distances with up to 4X magnification. The 4 MOA illuminated center dot is surrounded by a circle that measures 10 inches at 25 yards, 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.

The new turkey scope has a 4-inch eye clearance, making it adaptable to the way you mount your shotgun. It has low-profile ½ MOA turrets and a new precision-etched glass reticle with red and green multi-stage illumination. The scope is built on a 1-inch monotube chassis and features a high-torque zoom ring and fast-focus scope. It’s also nitrogen-purged, shockproof, waterproof, and fogproof, so it can handle whatever the elements you encounter while out in the turkey woods.

Are you looking for a reflex style shotgun sight? No problem! Hawke has you covered with the Reflex Circle Dot Wide View with 2 MOA Dot / 35 MOA Circle. This red dot sight has 25-layer multi-coated optics for clarity and eight brightness levels to suit your conditions. It has a long battery life with the included CR2023 battery, and the scope will go into standby mode if it detects that you have not moved for 5 minutes. Being a reflex style scope, the eye relief is generous and the Weaver-rail mount allows you to position the scope where it best suits your shooting style.

Want a more traditional red dot sight? Hawke’s new 1×15 Prism Sight uses their new Speed ​​Dot reticle with center dot and horseshoe. This scope comes with a low profile mount and a 1/3 bottom co-wit mount, these scopes can be configured so you can still access your bead sights if desired. The Prism has a 10-stage digital brightness control, exposed one-MOA turrets, and an auto-off/wake feature to save battery life. The Prism sight is nitrogen purge, shock, water and fog proof, and can handle the recoil of even the heaviest turkey load, something true of all Hawke Optics turkey sights. It’s built from high-grade aluminum, keeping the weight down, but still strong enough for the toughest hunt. The new Prism scope has fast focus diopter and digital brightness controls and is parallax free from 10 yards.

Whatever style of sight you want to make your turkey gun that much better and more accurate this season, Hawke has you covered with a complete line of sights that are second to none. Whether he’s eyeing the innovative new scope, the incredible Reflex Circle Dot Wide View, or the versatile new Prism Red Dot, the perfect optics to upgrade his shotgun can be found at the Hawke booth at the NWTF Convention. Don’t attend this year? Head over to the Hawke website to view them online.

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.

5.11 Tactics to Celebrate the 20th Anniversary

The brand officially celebrates 20 years serving customers on January 29, 2023

5.11 Tactical, the global innovator of Purpose-Built Gear™, will celebrate two decades of service to customers when it marks its official 20-year anniversary on Sunday, January 29, 2023.

“This month, we are celebrating two decades of using consumer feedback to produce innovative Purpose-Built Gear™,” said 5.11 Tactical CEO Francisco J. Morales. “Since 2003, it has been a privilege to empower clients to be always ready. Whether you depend on our gear in the line of duty or for everyday use, we’d like to thank you for counting on us as we pass this milestone and look to the future.”

Founded in California in 2003, 5.11 Tactical began with a pair of rock climbing pants named after the 5.11 difficulty rating for rock climbing. Eventually, consumers sought to use the durability and technical features of those pants for other aspects of life. As a result, the brand expanded its product offerings and grew in popularity, especially among public safety professionals such as first responders, fire and emergency services, law enforcement, and military personnel.

“Serving those who serve will always be at the forefront of what we do,” Morales said. “Whether through brand partnerships, special events like our annual 5.11 Day Celebration, or simply building trusted equipment, we will always strive to support public safety professionals and military personnel and show our gratitude for their service.” .

Today, the company works directly with end-users to design Purpose-Built Gear™ to improve safety, comfort, and performance for service providers, outdoor adventurers, fitness enthusiasts, and customers who want to live the mantra of the mark of be always ready.
5.11 Tactical Products may be purchased online, through authorized distributors and retailers, as well as at more than 100 company-owned retail stores across the U.S. For more information on the brand and special anniversary celebrations that are held throughout the year, visit www.511tactical.com .

About 5.11, Inc.

With offices around the world, 5.11 works directly with end users to create Purpose-Built Gear™ to improve safety, accuracy, speed and performance for tactical professionals and technical enthusiasts around the world. 5.11 products pass rigorous standards, which has allowed the brand to establish a reputation for innovation and authenticity, and become the first choice for those who always have to be ready. 5.11 products can be purchased online, through authorized distributors and retailers, as well as at 5.11 company-owned retail stores.

Learn more about 5.11’s best-selling gear and accessories at www.511tactical.com. Find a complete list of 5.11 company-owned retail stores at https://www.511tactical.com/locations/. Connect with 5.11 on Facebook, Twitter @511Tactical and on Instagram @511Tactical and #511tactical

5.11, Inc. is a subsidiary of Compass Diversified (NYSE: CODI).

5.11, 5.11 Tactical, Purpose-Built Gear™ and Always Be Ready are trademarks of 5.11, Inc. All rights reserved.

Brownells Announces Second Annual Tax Time Event

Brownells customers can now turn their hard-earned tax refunds into guns and accessories during the second annual Brownells Tax Time event, which begins January 24 and runs through April 15.

Special offers and promotions for Tax Time will be announced periodically on the Brownells Tax Time page.

In addition to special offers, visitors to the Brownells Tax Time page can expect exclusive content from Brownells personalities Steve O and Caleb, as well as several well-known content creators from the online firearms community.

The first batch of special offers for the Brownells Tax Time event will be the “Best 5 Rifle Scopes” which will allow customers to upgrade their rifle optics or get a scope at a great price for that new rifle or next shooting project. building.

Coming soon after the Top 5 Scopes for Rifles, customers can also expect more offers and content on the “5 Best Rifles” and “5 Best Pistols”. In the coming weeks, customers will be able to search for popular products in many other categories.

To keep up with the latest special offers during the Brownells Tax Time Event, keep checking the Brownells Tax Time Event page.

About Brownells

Taking Firearms Seriously Since 1939™, Brownells is the world’s leading source for guns, gun parts and accessories, ammunition, gunsmith’s tools and survival gear. With a huge selection of common and hard to find items, and an extensive collection of videos, articles, and gun schematics, Brownells is the expert on all things shooting. Committed to upholding our great traditions, Brownells has more, does more and knows more, and guarantees it all, forever. For more information or to order, call 800-741-0015 or visit Brownells.com. Stay up to date with Brownells on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.