Author: Adam Back

Columbia, MO – The leading advocate for youth shooting sports, the MidwayUSA Foundation, recently held its first event at the NSSF SHOT Show 2023. More than 100 fans came together on Wednesday, January 18, for a reception to share ways the industry can support youth shooting sports. In attendance were industry and corporate partners, top youth shooting athletes and guest speakers, Larry and Brenda Potterfield. “Having attended many events at SHOT Show over the years, I felt like the MidwayUSA Foundation knocked it out of the park. It was great to hear young shooting athletes share their stories and be recognized,” said Jon Zinnel of Federal Premium, CCI, Remington and HEVI-Shot Ammunition.

The strong industry support did not stop at attendance. Wildlife for Tomorrow of Arizona and SKB Shotguns made generous donations at the event. SKB Shotguns is a long-time supporter of the MidwayUSA Foundation and donated $10,000 from the accessory sale, an annual program they created specifically to benefit youth shooting sports.

Wildlife for Tomorrow, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that works closely with the Arizona Department of Fish and Game, presented Larry and Brenda Potterfield, founders of the MidwayUSA Foundation, with a check for $319,500 to benefit youth shooting teams throughout Arizona. Currently, 49 youth shooting teams in Arizona have an endowment with the MidwayUSA Foundation.

“Collaboration with industry leaders and conservation partners will create more opportunities for our youth through shooting sports. Young shooters are THE key to preserving and growing our outdoor industry,” added G. Scott Reynolds, Executive Director of the MidwayUSA Foundation. He learns how his business or organization can partner with the MidwayUSA Foundation to fund young shooting athletes across the country by contacting John Linquist, relationship manager ([email protected]).

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.

January 2023: Fiocchi, the world leader in defensive, target shooting and hunting ammunition, expands its offer of non-toxic shot cartridges for 2023 with two new steel loads. The new cartridges represent the first steel shot to be offered in the company’s Field Dynamics Upland series.

Whether it’s to reduce lead shot in the environment or to meet increasing standards for non-toxic shot on public and private land, more and more hunters are looking to the lead alternative. The new Field Dynamics Upland Steel cartridges meet the needs of hunters looking for upland birds or small game. The components and engineering behind Upland Steel deliver the same high-quality, reliable performance experienced hunters and competitive shooters have come to expect from Fiocchi cartridges.

Two models of steel shot shells are being offered for the 2023 mountain season. Both are designed for use in 12 gauge shotguns chambered in 2 3/4 inches and come loaded with #4 or #4 steel shot. #6.

Fiocchi Field Dynamics Upland Steel

• 12 gauge, 2 3/4 in., 1 1/8 oz. steel, 1400 fps, #4
• 12 gauge, 2 3/4 in., 1 1/8 oz. steel, 1400fps, #6

For more information on Fiocchi ammunition, visit FiocchiUSA.com.

About Fiocchi:

Since 1983, Fiocchi of America has been headquartered in Ozark, Missouri. As the US-based independent arm of the great global brand Fiocchi, Fiocchi of America continues to integrate and launch new products targeting the US market. In 2020, Fiocchi continues its product expansion into the hunting, concealed carry, self defense and law enforcement market channels. Fiocchi offers a complete portfolio of shooting cartridges for target shooting and hunting, centerfire pistol and rifle ammunition, standard and competition grade .22LR rimfire, specialty and classic cartridges, reloading components and blanks.

Chattanooga, Tennessee (January 2023) – Natchez Shooters Supplies, an online retailer specializing in shooting, hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, and outdoor supplies, announces that it has changed its name to Natchez Shooting & Outdoors. After more than 40 years as an online retailer for shooting sports enthusiasts, Natchez has been expanding its product line to meet its customers’ other adventurous outdoor hobbies, including fishing, hiking, camping and more. . The new name reflects Natchez’s expanded offering that gives customers more of what they need for their next adventure at the competitive prices they’ve always known. This new message will be delivered through its updated website and marketing materials, including its new logo, which encompasses the message of finding your true north and navigating all that the great outdoors has to offer.

“Natchez may be four decades old, but we’ve never rested on our laurels,” said Natchez Chief Marketing Officer Tommy Hamn. “Our customers’ choice of outdoor activities is evolving and expanding, and we must evolve and expand with them to meet their needs. Our brand update reflects the interest of our expanding customer base while honoring and supporting our existing customers’ passion for shooting sports.”

The new Natchez logo brings together shooting and outdoor enthusiasts with the iconic True North brand and compass reference. True North talks about a person’s character, what drives them and how they treat others; it is your internal compass. The compass also represents the idea of ​​navigating outdoor adventures and guiding your customers on the right path to ensure they have everything they need for their chosen outdoor activity. This symbology resonates with the Natchez brand because it also speaks to the company’s core values ​​of doing what it says it will do, being responsible and respectful, and always being customer focused.

“With a strong sense of legacy and heritage, we value our customers and employees like family. Our new logo embraces our true north: doing what’s right for our customers, while also reflecting our company’s trajectory forward. That track record includes our expanding category offerings to provide more products to our customers, expanding our 40,000-square-foot warehouse into our existing space to accommodate more of the adventurous outdoor brands and products our customers want, and expanding our sales team to provide an ever-improving customer experience,” Hamn continued.

In addition to the new logo, the Natchez website has also been updated to reflect its expanded categories that include more products for shooting, hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, and other outdoor adventure activities. Customers will be delighted to see more lifestyle images on the website, along with a focus on products, themes and outdoor seasons within the banners of the website. Without compromise, Natchez will continue to provide great savings and deals on shooter supplies that their customers have come to value and expect.

Founded in 1979, Natchez remains family-owned and customer-focused, with the second generation of family members leading the charge. Their mission is to empower their customers’ pursuit of outdoor passions and safety by equipping them with a wide variety of competitively priced hunting, shooting, fishing, hiking, camping, and outdoor sports supplies. through an easy, informed and friendly shopping experience. backed by a team of shooting and outdoor enthusiasts. Natchez’s goal is to offer superior value and exceed the expectations of its customers.

For more information on Natchez Shooting & Outdoor, visit www.NatchezSS.com.

About Natchez Shooting & Outdoors:

At Natchez Shooting & Outdoors, we are passionate about getting our customers outdoors. For over forty years, our goal has been to empower your pursuit of your outdoor passions and safety by providing you with the best gear for your outdoor adventures. Through our wide variety of competitively priced hunting, shooting, fishing, hiking, camping, and outdoor sports supplies, you’ll find what you need to stay on course, explore new terrain, and ultimately love what you need. what does.

Our easy and friendly shopping experience, backed by our expert team of outdoor and shooting enthusiasts, will help you get out and explore your next horizon. Simply put, our outdoor selection will feel like a breath of fresh air. https://www.NatchezSS.com

EDGEFIELD, SC — The National Wild Turkey Federation congratulates Dave Baron, owner and CEO of Baron Technology, on recently receiving NSSF’s highest honor, the Ken Sedlecky Award, during the 2023 SHOT Show in Las Vegas.

“I am grateful for this honor and can do nothing but show tremendous appreciation to my family and those in my business who have stood by me in faithful support of our efforts to promote hunting and shooting sports over the years. Baron said. who has spent decades creating specialty firearms and other collectibles in the hunting and shooting sports industries.

According to NSSF, the Ken Sedlecky Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have distinguished themselves by their long-term commitment to the success of the industry and by their support of NSSF’s mission to promote, protect, and preserve game and shooting sports.

“There is nothing more important than developing the next generation of conservation and Second Amendment advocates, as they are the future of these things that we hold dear,” Baron said.

Elected to the NWTF National Board of Directors in 2021, Baron has been an avid turkey hunter and NWTF volunteer since experiencing his first turkey hunt in 1985. He has also been a longtime supporter of supporting youth participation in shooting sports. He was Patron and Chairman of the NWTF Northeast Regional Shoot in New England for over a decade and is a Centurion Life Member of the NWTF and a Life Member of the National Rifle Association.

“We congratulate Dave on receiving his recent NSSF award,” said Bryan Perry, Chairman of the NWTF National Board of Directors. “His passion for preserving our hunting heritage and shooting sports is one of the reasons he is an asset to the NWTF board, and he makes him more than deserving of the Ken Sedlecky Award.”

In addition to receiving the Ken Sedlecky Award, Baron has received other honors in the outdoor community, including the 2011 NRA National Award for Personal Achievement, a two-time Shot Show “Person of the Year” award winner, and the from Outdoor Life magazine. Award “25 people who have changed the face of shooting and hunting” in 2010.

The namesake of the NSSF award, Ken Sedlecky, had a long career at Smith & Wesson, was inducted into the National Skeet Shooting Hall of Fame, and was known for mentoring new youth and adult target shooters.

About the National Wild Turkey Federation

Since 1973, the National Wild Turkey Federation has invested more than half a billion dollars in wildlife conservation and has conserved or improved more than 22 million acres of critical wildlife habitat. The organization continues to advance wildlife conservation, forest resiliency, and strong recreational opportunities across the US by working beyond borders at the landscape scale.

2023 is the 50th of the NWTF ^the anniversary and an opportunity to push the organization’s mission into the future while honoring its rich history. for his 50 ^the anniversary, the NWTF has set six ambitious goals: positively impact 1 million acres of wildlife habitat; raise $500,000 for wild turkey research; increase membership to 250,000 members; dedicate $1 million to education and outreach programs; raise $5 million to invest in technology and the people of NWTF; and raise $5 million to build a $50 million endowment for the future. Find out how you can help us achieve these lofty goals.

Verdict Single Jaw BOA Release

When it comes to throwing, bowhunters and archers look for options, and true to form, APEX Gear has delivered once again. The index finger release crowd demands quality, functionality, durability, comfort, and consistency, and for 2023, APEX brings this crowd the Verdict Single Jaw BOA Release.

Many shooters favor the single jaw release due to its simplicity. Press the trigger, the upper jaw opens and the lower jaw, part of the release head, remains stationary. Many archers love the idea of ​​fewer working parts, and the compact head design of the Verdict helps increase the ease of attachment of the D-loop, and the black polished head increases the longevity of the D-loop. The forward trigger position allows the shooter to access the trigger more easily, and when shooters can find the trigger quickly and feel comfortable with the trigger, they are less likely to panic. Sweetening the pot is the trigger mechanism without a sear, which promises simplicity and remarkable shot-to-shot consistency. Every shot is sharp and ultra clean.

Comfort is found in the padded wristband and the BOA adjustment system, without buckles or velcro, means a constant and effortless fit from the strap to the wrist. The Velcro is noisy and the holes in the leather buckles wear out over time making exact fluidity from the wrist to the strap impossible. With the BOA Fit System, the fit and feel around the wrist is precise every time, making it possible to repeat anchor point positions. The release head pivots out when not in use, keeping the head and pole out of the way when pushing through thick brush or walking to and from the base of the tree. Customization is enhanced by the adjustable head design, which can be lengthened or shortened along a threaded post to ensure maximum customization.

The Terminus Single Jaw BOA Release is available through shooting sports retailers.

and online at www.apex-gear.com.

Verdict Single Jaw BOA Release Characteristics:

• Patented BOA Fit System wrist strap
• Single jaw opening
• Trigger mechanism without sear
• Twist-free 360 ​​degree swivel head
• Trigger and jaws with nitride finish
• forward firing position
• pivoting release head
• Adjustable release positions

For more information on Verdict Single Jaw BOA Release or others

For innovative products in the Apex Gear line, visit www.apex-gear.com.

For any additional questions or inquiries, please email [email protected]. Or, for the full GSM family of brands, visit www.gsmoutdoors.com. We look forward to earning and keeping your business!

About GSM Outdoor:

Few American outdoor companies enjoy a mutually respectful relationship with their customers that spans five generations. GSM Outdoors is one of those few! For over 70 years, the GSM family of brands has been helping passionate hunters and shooters succeed through innovation and manufacturing high-quality, reliable products that continue to prove themselves in the field and at the range. to this day. GSM Outdoors continues to take advantage of the latest technology and provide customers with the best products on the market. Tradition, heritage and loyalty to outdoor enthusiasts of generations past and future… that’s the GSM Outdoors guarantee!

 

Outdoor GSM:

Stealth Cam Walker’s Muddy Birchwood-Casey TekMat Boss Buck New Archery Products (NAP) Western Rivers Hawk Big Game Down & Out Blinds by Hawk HME Coyote Light Scent Slammer SME Bullseye Crossfire Holsters Cyclops Viking Solutions Hunters Specialties TRUGLO APEX Gear Johnny Stewart Cold Steel Ameristep Avian X Bloodsport Evolved Flextone Halo Optics Tenzing Wildgame Innovations Zink Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits SOG Specialty Knives & Tools Bill Lewis Buckeye Lures SteelShad HuntStand

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has announced its line of Master Instructor and Range Officer training courses for 2023! These courses provide learning opportunities on how to train others in marksmanship, as well as ensuring proper standards and safety at local competitive events. The training program spans the country throughout the year to increase CMP’s outreach to interested individuals.

Those seeking certification in teaching marksmanship basics and match details as “Master Instructors” of CMP-sanctioned Garand, Springfield, and Modern/Vintage Military (GSMM) rifle or Rimfire Sporter rifle events should refer to the GSMM Master Instructor Training Workshops. The registration fee for the class is $135 and includes a notebook, USB stick, sling, 20 dummy rounds, and a CMP rifle score book.

next GSMM Master Instructor Training Workshops 2023:

• 28th of April – Eastern Games, Camp Butner, NC
• June 7th – Talladega D-Day games, Talladega, Ala.
• July 21 – National Matches, Camp Perry, Ohio
• 16 of September – New England Games, Jericho, Vt.

To learn more about CMP Master Instructors, visit https://thecmp.org/training-tech/gsmm-master-instructor/.

Similarly, those who wish to receive training on athlete facilitation and field safety at CMP-sanctioned competitions should register with the CMP Field Officer Training Courses. Training is currently offered in Level I and Level II stages.

Level I promotes proper training for all shooting disciplines, showing basic Range Officer information. The online course includes instruction, followed by a short quiz. Participants must pass the quiz before they are allowed to proceed to Level II training. A class fee of $75 is required for the Level I class.

Level II provides specialized instruction in a certain shooting discipline, including the High Power Rifle (and Military Rifle as issued), Bulls-Eye Pistol, and Rimfire Sporter/Smallbore Rifle. The course covers weapons and equipment used, courses of fire, event rules, and how to handle issues and violations, along with other match-specific details. The one-day Level II course costs $40 to attend.

Level II Training courses for field officers Scheduled in 2023 for High Power (HP) Rifle and Pistol:

• March 10th – Western Games, Phoenix, Arizona. (HP Rifle and Pistol)
• 28th of April – Eastern Games, Camp Butner, NC (HP Rifle and Pistol)
• June 7th – Talladega D-Day games, Talladega, Ala. (HP Rifle and Pistol)
• July 07 – National Matches, Camp Perry, Ohio (small bore/rimfire)
• July 9th – National Matches, Camp Perry, Ohio (Gun)
• July 22 – National Matches, Camp Perry, Ohio (HP Rifle)
• September, 17th – New England Games, Jericho, Vt. (HP Rifle and Pistol)
• to be confirmed – Talladega 600, Talladega, Ala. (HP Rifle and Pistol)

To learn more about each range officer training course and to register, visit https://thecmp.org/training-tech/range-officer-training-course/.

Questions about the GSMM Master Trainer Workshop or Field Officer Training courses can be directed to CMP’s Kim Filipiak at [email protected] or 419-635-2141 ext. 706. We look forward to seeing you at these valuable training events!

— By Ashley Dugan, CMP Staff Writer

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.

Restricted to those 18 and older in CA pursuant to CA State Assembly Bill 2571 prohibiting the sale of firearms to minors in the State of CA.

KASTKING APPOINTS ERIC KNICKERBOCKER AS NATIONAL SALES STRATEGIST

As KastKing begins the company’s 10th anniversary, they continue to expand their market share and increase brand presence. A large part of that growth is continued expansion into the traditional retail world through an incredible variety of retail and wholesale partners.

KastKing’s promise to its partners is to be a reliable and trustworthy provider of inspirational and advanced technology products in the fishing tackle industry. In keeping with that promise, KastKing is proud to announce the addition of Eric Knickerbocker to his new role as National Sales Strategist. He will lead retail and wholesale sales efforts throughout the United States.

In this role, Knickerbocker will support the president to ensure that business strategies have been successfully executed to achieve top-line growth objectives and maintain minimum margin levels for rapid growth.

You will collaborate closely with the marketing, product development and supply chain teams to plan and launch a wide range of products with all US retail customers and wholesale fishing tackle distributors that will improve and increase market share. KastKing overall in the US while building a strong brand. foundation with effective promotional strategies.

“Eric is the perfect sales professional to fill this role! Not only has Eric spent most of his career in the seafood industry and knows our customers very well, but he also brings a unique skill set that elevates his skills well above a normal sales role,” said Al Noraker, President of Kast King USA.

“You will work closely with our marketing team to develop strategies that go well beyond ‘sell-through’ as ​​you will focus on creating custom assortment plans and marketing strategies for each customer that ensure ‘sell-through’. ” in retail. His analytical ability combined with incredible knowledge of the fishery will ensure that our clients get the best possible service,” added Noraker.

A passionate outdoorsman, Knickerbocker grew up in Colorado and attended Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction. Wanting to stay in Colorado, he accepted a position with Western Filament after graduation, where he honed his sales and marketing skills.

Knickerbocker sees this position as a perfect career progression having worked in sales, customer service and as a sales manager. He has also worked in different industries with a wide diversity of products, which has helped him improve his management and sales skills, as dealing with aerospace buyers is quite different from those in the seafood industry.

“I’m a computer junkie and I love the technical products I use, so knowing the level of design effort KastKing puts into developing their products allows me to go completely geeky,” says Knickerbocker. “The level of detail and design that KastKing puts into the products I have worked with in the past shows me how important this process is to them. I love innovation and launching products that are cutting edge, allowing KastKing to be first to market and allowing for the fun and excitement of being a part of such a driven company. I am so excited to work with them!”

About KastKing:

Founded in 2013, KastKing had a vision of producing quality products designed by anglers for anglers and delivered directly to the consumer at affordable prices. True to that vision, KastKing products are developed through input from the fishing community and go directly to the manufacturing plant. This reverse formula from manufacturer to consumer introduces cutting edge features into the new products that anglers want and need. The brand has gained popularity with anglers by offering affordable innovation through in-house engineering, allowing KastKing to offer never-before-seen technology at truly extraordinary prices. Ten years later, KastKing products have been sold to consumers in more than 150 countries and regions around the world through a variety of supply chains. Originally, KastKing products were only available online, but consumers can now find their favorite products in a growing number of retail stores. To learn more about KastKing and KastKing products, please visit our website at kastking.com or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.

Jacksonville, Alabama – Bear Edge Knives, maker of knives for everyday use and carry, introduces the new Bear Edge 61125. The 61125 is an American-made pocket knife featuring a heel-finish blade, ergonomic handle design stainless steel and a super smooth spring action from a 3 ¼ inch modified drop point hollow ground blade that rides on ball bearing washers.

The new elements of this fin are inspired by the popular Bear OPS Incognito with clean lines, a slim construction and a matte gray finish. Designed with a contemporary look, the 440 stainless steel bead-finish blade and stainless steel handles perform as well as they look. The ball-bearing washers on the Bear Edge 61125 allow the 3 ¼-inch blade to open smoothly with a simple pull down on the trigger. The stainless steel handles are lightweight, reliable, and equally comfortable in the hand or pocket.

A reversible metal pocket clip is also included on the Bear Edge 61125 to fit conveniently in a pocket or boots and allows for toe-up carry and quick access. Weighing in at 4.5 ounces and with an overall length of 7.5 inches, this new stainless steel frame lock with assisted opening is a must-have for 2023.

Bear Edge 61125 Model Specifications

Model: 71125 (Clam Pack) 61125 (Box)

Blade material: 440 stainless steel

Handle material: stainless steel handles

Lock Mechanism: frame lock

Open Length: 7 ½ inches

closed length: 4 ¼ inches

Blade length: 3 ¼ inches

Weight: 3.4 ounces

MSRP: $69.99

Additional features: Ball Bearing Washers, Framelock, Reversible Metal Pocket Clip

For more information on Bear Edge knives, please Click here.

About the bear edge:

Founded in 2016, Bear Edge, a Bear & Son Cutlery brand, offers a variety of cutting tools at an affordable price. This family-owned business has decades of professional knife craftsmanship, excellent customer service, a track record of quality products, and is a growing force in the industry. For more information contact: Bear Edge 1111 Bear Blvd SW Jacksonville, AL 36265, Phone: 256-435-2227, http://www.bearandsoncutlery.com/, Email: [email protected].

About Bear & Son cutlery:

Bear & Son Cutlery is steeped in a rich family tradition of knife making and employs a trained and experienced workforce that is capable of performing many of the additional manual operations that go into making its products. He Bear & Son Cutlery The factory is unique. It is totally autonomous. While some companies just assemble parts brought in from multiple vendors and put their names on the product, Bear & Son Cutlery does everything in-house, from building its own dies to heat treating, grinding and assembly, and finishing products. Handbook. These steps ensure that Bear & Son Cutlery It is of excellent quality and a real value to both the dealer and the consumer. Their ongoing commitment is to make them in America and make them affordable.

Innovative Forensic Investigations (IFI) will provide its full suite of investigative genetic genealogy services to the Cold Case Initiative (CCI) in support of its mission.

(Left to right) Christopher McMillin, founder, and Tom McAndrew, special counsel for the Cold Case Initiative, stand in front of an unidentified deceased. © Tom McAndrew

Bucks County, Pennsylvania (January 2023) – Cold Case Initiative (CCI), a not-for-profit agency that helps agencies with funds to offset the cost of techniques used to solve cold cases, violent crimes, missing persons, and unidentified decedents, is pleased to partner with Innovative Forensic Investigations (IFI), a genetic research genealogy firm that provides services to government and law enforcement agencies across the country. IFI will provide CCI with access to its full suite of investigative genetic genealogy services. CCI will fund any legitimate investigative steps necessary in a cold case in addition to research genetic genealogy.

“I am extremely excited about this partnership because I know it will lead to violent crimes being resolved and the names of unidentified victims being restored,” said retired Pennsylvania State Trooper Cpl. Tom McAndrew, special advisor to the CCI non-profit board and director of law enforcement relations at IFI. He continued: “ICC was started by experienced detectives whose sole motivation was to help law enforcement agencies solve cold cases and fight for victims, which is the same like-minded mission as IFI. ICC and IFI recognize that law enforcement agencies have to do a lot every day, and this often allows little budget funding for cold cases. CCI hopes to help defray those costs and remove this hurdle. We are proud of this partnership and look forward to many great things to come.”

“At IFI, we believe in the power of collaboration while upholding the standards of our justice system and are excited to partner with these professionals whose mission aligns so well with what we do and what we believe in,” Jennifer Moore, CEO and founder of Innovative Forensics. Investigations, she commented. “CCI is doing such positive work and providing much-needed funding to deserving law enforcement agencies. We are pleased to partner with CCI and provide our investigative genetic genealogy services to help solve more cases and provide solutions for victims and their families.”

CCI’s vision is that cold cases and victims of violent crime, the unidentified deceased, and the families of these missing persons receive justice and have their stories told. As such, the nonprofit organization’s mission is to assist agencies across the United States by providing funds to offset the cost of investigative and scientific techniques used to solve cold cases of homicide and violent crime, identify criminal missing persons and return the names of the unidentified deceased. .

Funding that CCI provides to selected law enforcement agencies comes from the public through generous donations. Across the country, agencies are looking for new and innovative ways to advance their toughest cases, but limited funding prevents them from bringing their ideas to fruition. Contributions from the public provide much-needed funding to law enforcement agencies to ensure they have access to the most advanced tools and technology to advance their investigations. Donations can be made via PayPal, credit card, or Venmo.

IFI is a private investigation and investigative genetic genealogy firm serving agencies, working collaboratively throughout the entire case lifecycle, from submission to conclusion. Unique in the industry, IFI combines years of experience in law enforcement, forensics, legal investigations, family and victim advocacy, and investigative genetic genealogy.

To learn more about the Cold Case Initiative, how your agency can apply for funds or donate, visit https://www.coldcaseinitiative.org/. Stay up to date with CCI on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

To learn more about innovative forensic investigations or how your agency can work with IFI, visit www.innovativeforensic.com. Follow the conversation on the IFI Facebook page.

About the Cold Case Initiative:

The mission of the Cold Case Initiative is to assist agencies throughout the United States by providing funds to offset the cost of scientific and investigative techniques used to solve cold cases of homicide and violent crime, identify missing persons, and return the names of unidentified deceased. www.iniciativadecasosfriados.org

About Groundbreaking Forensic Investigations:

Innovative Forensic Investigations is a private investigation and investigative genetic genealogy firm serving agencies, working collaboratively throughout the entire case lifecycle, from filing to conclusion. Unique in the industry, Innovative Forensic Investigations combines years of experience in law enforcement, forensics, legal, investigations, family and victim advocacy, and investigative genetic genealogy. The team’s dynamic skill set can generate new leads and new perspectives on your investigations.

NEW HAVEN, Missouri – ALPS OutdoorZ, the leading manufacturer of extreme-duty hunting backpacks and outdoor gear, understands that many hunts have been thwarted by noisy fabrics. That’s why the company has introduced a new line of accessories designed to ensure maximum silence in the field while providing optimal protection from the elements, starting with that essential hunting accessory: the binocular harness.

The new DEADQUIET® Shield Bino Harness uses the proprietary DEADQUIET® fabric developed by ALPS OutdoorZ to create a bino-harness that not only protects expensive optics from weather and environmental hazards, but is also quiet in operation.

Layered DEADQUIET® fabric consists of a fleece exterior that effectively dampens sound from contact with hands, brush, and other clothing. The inner layer is a tough chamois that offers quiet binocular retrieval and replacement and features high wear resistance over years of heavy use. Sandwiched between these layers is a waterproof membrane that keeps the binoculars dry and protected in the harshest weather conditions.

Built on a structured box design for added protection and support, the DEADQUIET® Shield Binocular Harness is adjustable for the perfect fit as clothing requirements change throughout the season. MOLLE webbing is integrated into both sides of the harness so left and right handed archers and gun hunters can conveniently position a rangefinder, callout or other accessories within easy reach without interference.

Additional features of the DEADQUIET® Shield Bino harness include: suede-lined push pocket that can accommodate a phone, gun, or other gear; quiet, zipper-free access; Reinforced elastic ties with silent twists that can be easily adjusted or removed; lower MOLLE webbing that is perfect for securing the ALPS OutdoorZ DEADQUIET® Ember Handwarmer.

To learn more about this and other innovative products from ALPS OutdoorZ, visit https://alpsoutdoorz.com.

About ALPS brands:

Beginning in 1993 with the establishment of ALPS Mountaineering, ALPS Brands is a continually growing and expanding group of companies dedicated to developing and manufacturing high-quality, performance-driven outdoor products. Today, the ALPS Brands family of companies consists of ALPS Mountaineering, ALPS OutdoorZ, Cedar Ridge, Browning Camping and Hunting Blinds. ALPS OutdoorZ, ALPS Brands’ hunting gear moniker, made its mark several years ago by offering packs specifically designed for remote hunting in the wilderness. Today, ALPS OutdoorZ products cover everything from day and expedition packs to waterfowl blinds and turkey vests, plus furniture, gun cases and sleeping bags. ALPS OutdoorZ items are sold and distributed at top camping, backpacking and outdoor activity retailers throughout the US and Canada. For more information, visit www. alpsoutdoorz.com.