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Brownells customers can find many Black Rifle holiday gift ideas for the firearms enthusiast in their lives at the Brownells Holiday Gift Center.

The Gift Center is the one stop shop for all sorts of special offers just in time for Christmas. Customers can shop for deep discounts on optics, magazines, receivers, and pistol parts throughout Brownells’ bolt carrier and build kit groups.

Priced lower than many popular types of forged bases, 17 Design’s Billet bases are just $59.99. Lower receivers should be sent to an FFL.

Bushnell AR Optics 1-4X24mm Scopes with Drop Zone BDC Reticle are available for just $99.99.

Ready to become a full firearm or serve as the centerpiece of a build, Brownells M16 Bolt Carrier Groups are just $89.99.

To see all the other great holiday deals in Brownells, visit the Black Rifle Holiday Gift Center.

But be quick, because these great deals are only available for the holidays.

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 kits. 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.

Artemis, the National Wildlife Federation’s women’s athletes program, welcomed Carlee Koutnik as its new program director. Koutnik’s previous experience includes serving as an executive officer and senior biology instructor for the US Air Force, as a state headquarters exercise and training manager for the Colorado National Guard, and as deputy director of Parks and Life Colorado Wild. Koutnik has over a decade of experience and a proven track record of campaign planning and promotion, spanning a variety of topics and interests.

“When I reflect back, my love of the outdoors was a guided journey made up of mentors (men, women and peers) and I revel in their lessons, patience and encouragement,” Koutnik said. “My goal is to emulate that support. I would like to continue to serve in a capacity where I help manage and conserve our land, water, and wildlife in a sustainable and responsible manner. I will also try to help keep these resources available to the general public and create a space where women feel empowered to take risks and fall in love with the outdoors.”

While in the US Air Force, Koutnik was awarded the 2019 Air Force Medical Service Team of the Year and was ranked No. #2 of 59 program managers at Eielson Air Force Base as of May 2016.

“We are thrilled to have Carlee join our sports team here at the National Wildlife Federation. His incredible leadership experience and can-do attitude is exactly what we need to build on Artemis’ incredible growth and lead it into its next exciting chapter,” said Aaron Kindle, director of sports advocacy for the National Wildlife Federation.

Koutnik received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the US Air Force Academy and a Master of Science in Ecological Restoration from the University of Florida School of Forest Resources and Conservation. From hunting, fishing, and a multitude of other winter and summer sports, Koutnik has always valued his connection to and access to natural resources. An avid sportsman, Koutnik earned her first hunter’s safety card at age eight and is passionate about hunting elk and mule deer.

Carlee Koutnik will work with the National Wildlife Federation public lands and sports staff to continue to build Artemis and ensure the conservation and enhancement of America’s public lands, waters and wildlife. Koutnik will work to make Artemis financially, promotionally, and visibility-wise to continue our growth as a national conservation force.

Visit the National Wildlife Federation Media Center at NWF.org/News.

Follow us on Facebook, Twitterand Instagram. Learn more at nwf.org/outdoors

As we get older, people find that many previously simple tasks become extremely difficult. According to the NeuRa blog on motor impairment (https://motorimpairment.neura.edu.au/), aging is accompanied by an inability to perform many previously easy daily tasks, as physical abilities decline with changes in behavior. neuromuscular system. And according to the National Eye Institute (https://www.nei.nih.gov/), as people age, it’s normal to notice changes in vision. They naturally find it more difficult to focus up close, find it difficult to see where an object ends and its background begins, and need more light to see well and more time to adjust when leaving a dark room and entering bright light.

That’s one of the reasons why so many people give up on the simple things that once gave them great pleasure. When a combination of aging, arthritic hands, and old eyes make it nearly impossible to tie a hook to a small diameter fishing line, they stop fishing altogether. But they don’t have to. The patented Valley Tieless Fishing Tackle EZ Hook in Universal Size 6 solves this problem, allowing anyone to tie this high quality hook to their 8 to 10 pound diameter braided line without the need to tie a complex fishing knot.

Is that how it works. Tie an overhand knot at the end of your line, wrap it once around the hook, bait the hook as you normally would, and then cast it in your favorite spot. That is all! The Valley size 6 hook was rigorously tested for two years; Successfully catches Bass, Bluegill, Perch, Crappie, Northern Pike, and Catfish in open freshwater and through ice. The size 6 hook measures approximately 0.4 inches wide x 0.98 inches long, has an average tested pull force of 7 pounds, and works best with a line diameter of 0.012 inches or larger.

The suggested retail price for a pack of 5 hooks is $3.29. They are available directly from https://thetielesshook.com/ where you can also learn how easy it is to use this simple yet highly effective fishing hook.

Benefits of the Valley EZ Tieless Hook:

• No cheaters needed!
• It is easy to attach
• Save time and effort changing hooks and baits
• Suitable for people with physical disabilities
• Most of any age can be connected with ease.

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tipler, Wisconsin, Valley Tieless Fishing Tackle designs and manufactures fishing tackle for people with physical or visual restrictions or anyone who needs or wants a more user-friendly fishing hook or snap. These no-tie fishing products make tying a hook or changing lures simple. For more information on Valley Tieless Fishing Tackle, visit https://thetielesshook.com/ or call 262-225-3437.

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearms design and manufacturing, is pleased to introduce a new member of M&P’s metal-framed series, the Performance Center^® M&P^®9 M2.0^® Competitor^®.

Built for competition from the ground up, this metal-framed 9mm pistol is designed to give competitive shooters the edge. The competitor comes with a 5-inch barrel, has an improved sear for a lighter, sharper trigger pull, and includes a flared magazine for fast, efficient reloads. With a new look, aggressive lighting cutouts on the top and sides of the slide ultimately reduce the amount of weight in front of the chamber, and in return help improve the balance point of the recoil. The slide is cut for optics, includes a fiber optic front sight and a blacked-out serrated rear sight. The Competitor comes with an oversized magazine release that is reversible for left and right handed users and ships with a total of four magazines. Choose from models available in 10+1 or 17+1 round capacities with a tungsten gray Cerakote^® or Black Harmonite^® slip finish. Smith & Wesson is proud to introduce the Performance Center M&P9 M2.0 Competitor.

The competitor has an MSRP of $999.00

See the new competitor and all Smith & Wesson products at www.smith-wesson.com.

To stay up to date on the latest news and events, connect with Smith & Wesson on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

About Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc.

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI) is a leading US-based firearms designer and manufacturer offering a broad portfolio of pistol, long gun and suppressor products. of quality for the global professional and consumer markets under the iconic Smith & Wesson^®M&P^®and Gemtech^® brands The company also offers manufacturing services, including precision plastic injection molding, machining and forging services. For more information, call (844) 363-5386 or visit smith-wesson.com.

Finding a marine battery with enough power and life to last all day on the water has been a challenge for professional and recreational boaters alike. Anglers need up to three separate Group 31 AGM batteries to ensure enough life for a full day of trolling. This takes up valuable storage space and adds approximately 231 pounds of unnecessary weight – so far! Just one of the Lithium Pros® N3265-36 Lithium Ion Trolling Marine Batteries has enough life and power to give anglers a full day on the water at just ⅕ the weight, weighing only 41! pounds! This translates to better fuel efficiency, not to mention a faster boat. The reduced weight on board can give anglers better access to shallow coves and inlets, giving them an advantage over their heavier competitors and making the N3265-36 the ideal battery for bass and other fishing boats. in shallow water.

In addition to the benefits of longer life and lighter weight, the Lithium Pros N3265-36 provides an impressive 65 amp hours (2496 Whr) and 152 minutes of reserve. It can be recharged on board from the outboard motor charging system with a compatible DC charger. Fits most standard marine battery trays and storage space, except for being two inches taller (measurements are 12.88″L x 7.13″W x 10.50″H) ).

The N3265-36 is among the world’s first series of lithium-ion batteries directly connected to the NMEA 2000 network. The integrated BM-21 battery monitor is NMEA 2000 certified and features a port on the battery for true ” plug and play” with NMEA 2000 function displays. Once connected to the network, the BM-21 is fully addressable and monitors and records individual battery voltage, current, time remaining, state of charge, amps of accumulated useful life and temperature. Warnings and alerts are logged with date and time stamps. The monitor reports all required Parameter Group Numbers (PGNs) and battery-related standard PGNs. All information is available on the optional OLED screen.

All Lithium Pros lithium ion batteries are powered by high power lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) chemistry. They hold higher voltage, provide more power, are more efficient, have longer battery life, and recharge up to five times faster than traditional lead-acid batteries. In addition, they are safe, ecological and durable.

The Pros N3265-36 Lithium Trolling Battery with NMEA 2000 is the battery of choice for professional and recreational anglers looking for the best equipment with the highest level of communication available on the market. Lithium Pros lithium ion batteries stay “going strong all day”.

N3265-36 Product Features:

• Can replace 3 Group 31 AGM batteries with just one M326-S-36 trolling battery
• NMEA 2000 connectivity
• 152 minute reserve
• BCI GC12 group size
• BM21 Integrated Battery Monitor

N3265-36 Product Specifications:

• 38.4 volts
• 65Ah (2496Wh)
• 41 pounds
• MSRP $2,999.00

About Lithium Professionals

Lithium Pros was founded in 2011 and is focused on building lithium-ion batteries for the specific purpose of replacing lead-acid batteries for use in demanding applications. They strive to uphold the ideals spelled out in their mission statement: “Through constant innovation, create high-power lithium-ion battery packs that are safe, easy to install, and start an engine like nothing else.”

For more information please visit
WWW.LITHIUMPROS.COM

Archery success starts with a foundation of good shooting, and for young hunters, that means a bow suited to their size and strength. Barnett® understands the needs of aspiring archers and creates recurve and compound bow models for kids, adults and children.

With Christmas just around the corner, parents looking for the perfect gift for their young hunter should consider a compound or recurve bow. Barnett builds the gift kids will never forget; the first arc of him!

Vortex™ Compound Bow

With a customizable draw weight from 19 to 45 pounds (at 60 to 70% draw) and a draw length from 22 to 27 inches, the Vortex Compound bow grows with the needs of the teen hunter. The bow on the right features a three-pin fiber optic sight, a catch arrow rest, and a three-arrow quiver. The compound bow is coated in Mossy Oak® Break-Up Country camo to hide from stealthy play.

• Draw Weight: 19 to 45 pounds
• Draw Length: 22 to 27 inches
• Pattern – Mossy Oak Break Country
• Age – Adolescent+

Vortex™ Lite Compound Bow

This ‘lite’ version of the Vortex includes many of the same features, including a three-pin fiber optic sight, catch arrow rest, and three-arrow quiver. It is well suited for young shooters beginning archery with a customizable draw weight of 18-29 lbs. (with 60-70% reduction) and a draw length of 22-25 inches. The black finish of this upright model blends into the shadows, perfect for hunting.

• Draw Weight: 18 to 29 pounds
• Draw Length: 22 to 25 inches
• Pattern – Black
• Age – Adolescent+

Mossy Oak® Tomcat™ 2 Compound

The Mossy Oak Tomcat 2’s parallel limb design reduces hand impact for an enjoyable introduction to archery. This bow is suitable for youth ages 8-12 and features a customizable draw weight of 17-22 lbs. (at 60-70% draw) and a draw length of 20-22 inches. The bow includes soft-touch finger rollers, two arrows, and a quiver. Adding a 3-pin “Brightglo” fiber optic sight allows for precise aiming in all lighting conditions and at various distances. This perfect starter bow is wearing Mossy Oak Bottomland Camo.

• Draw Weight: 17 to 22 pounds
• Draw Length: 20 to 22 inches
• Pattern – Mossy Oak Bottomland
• Age – 8–12

Mossy Oak® Wildhawk™ Compound

Right and left handed shooters will love the Mossy Oak Wildhawk Compound. Its ambidextrous barrel with soft-touch grip suits all archers, making it an excellent beginner bow for younger shooters. Barnett designed this bow with children ages 5-8 in mind. It has a draw weight of 18 pounds and an adjustable draw length of 20 to 22 inches. It features soft-touch finger rollers, two arrows and a quiver, plus an adjustable sight. The Wildhawk sports Mossy Oak Bottomland Camo, matching other bows in Barnett’s youth line.

• Draw Weight: 18 lbs.
• Draw Length: 20 to 22 inches
• Pattern – Mossy Oak Bottomland
• Age – 5–8

Mossy Oak® Centershot™ Compound

From its customizable 18- to 23-inch draw length to its light 17-pound draw weight, the ambidextrous Centershot is a starter bow that grows with the budding 5- to 8-year-old archer. Finished in Mossy Oak Bottomland camo, the bow features soft-touch finger rollers, two arrows, a quiver, and an adjustable sight—everything a young shooter needs to get started.

• Draw Weight: 17 lbs.
• Draw Length: 18 to 23 inches
• Pattern – Mossy Oak Bottomland
• Age – 5–8

Mossy Oak® Vertigo™ Compound

The 25-pound (drawweight) Vertigo compound adds more power than other introductory models and is suitable for shooters ages 7-10. The Mossy Oak Bottomland Camouflage Bow includes a scope, arrow rest, two arrows and a quiver. Its draw length adjusts from 18 to 22 inches, increasing as the shooter grows. The Vertigo is an excellent first bow that will help hone a young shooter’s archery skills.

• Draw Weight: 25 lbs.
• Draw Length: 18 to 22 inches
• Pattern – Mossy Oak Bottomland
• Age – 7–10

Quicksilver® Recurve Bow

This recurve bow is a great choice for a would-be outdoorsman as it is easier for them to draw back and shoot compared to compound bow models. For slightly younger hunters in the five-to-eight-year age range, the 15-pound, ambidextrous-grip Quicksilvers makes it the perfect bow for beginning archers. They can learn to shoot instinctively. A finger roller, an adjustable sight, and a reinforced, soft-touch grip make it a safe choice for kids getting started with archery.

• Draw Weight: 15 lbs.
• Draw Length: 18 to 22 inches
• Pattern – Mossy Oak Bottomland
• Includes two 28-inch fiberglass arrows.
• Age – 5-8

About Barnett Leaf Springs

Barnett is the first and oldest crossbow company with a storied heritage. Founded in 1962, we are the pioneers of the modern crossbow. Barnett’s tradition of innovation has led to numerous “firsts” in the archery and crossbow industry over the past 60 years. Barnett innovates and supplies a wide range of crossbows, youth and vertical bows and archery accessories popular with both hunting and recreational shooters. Barnett is also the leading supplier of slingshots and accessories.

For more information please visit
WWW.BARNETTCROSSBOWS.COM

Come rain or shine, volunteers from conservation groups and agencies roll up their sleeves for the good of the cause.

Volunteers from the USDA Forest Service, the NWTF, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the Cascade Forest Conservancy recently hiked into the Gifford Pinchot National Forest to plant native plant species for wildlife in the Wind River area near the skamania county.

The job site was previously inundated with invasive plant species, primarily Canadian thistle, an allelopathic plant, meaning it secretes chemicals from its roots that negatively affect surrounding plant species.

The managers took a two-pronged approach to improving the area for wildlife: removing the bad species and planting some good ones.

Following herbicide treatments directed by the Skamania County Noxious Weed Board, planting of habitat-enhancing, biodiversity-promoting vegetation was booked for the following fall.

“Most of the plants that were planted were white oak,” said Krista Modlin, NWTF district biologist for California, Oregon and Washington. “White oak is an excellent food source for various species of wildlife including elk, deer, bear, turkey, and many others. This area is also classified as winter range habitat for a variety of these big game species, so providing these food sources is crucial.”

The volunteers began their efforts in early October, planting some 500 plants in the national forest throughout the weekend. Wildfire engines from the Local Forest Service helped water the initial batch of plants, at least before they went to fight more fires.

With more than a thousand plants still to be planted, another planting weekend was scheduled, and NWTF conservation staff and volunteers rallied the troops and assisted the Forest Service in ending the project.

Russell McDonald, president of the NWTF’s Washington state chapter and electronic technical supervisor for the Forest Service, described the NWTF’s grassroots efforts in Evergreen State as small but mighty.

“Our volunteer group is small here in Washington, but we get the job done,” he said. “We did this project with six NWTF volunteers and six Forest Service employees. A thousand trees were planted in a day and a half. It is also done in really torrential rain. We all had a lot of fun and cooked hamburgers and hot dogs for lunch when we were done.”

The Forest Service praised the volunteers and NWTF’s determination.

“A mix of good people braved the rain and wind to help plant the remaining 1,000 plants,” said J. Conner England, USFS terrestrial forest biologist. “I’d like to thank Russ, Michelle and Rich of the NWTF Washington State Chapter for rallying the troops, rolling up our sleeves and providing some nice hot meals. Several members made the long trip to Beaver Campground to plant in difficult conditions. I appreciate all the help and work the chapter does.”

Despite the wind, rain, and general less than ideal conditions, the volunteers averaged about 32 plants in the ground in an hour.

Across the country, the efforts of NWTF volunteers for hunting and conservation heritage projects are crucial to fulfilling the organization’s mission.

To learn how you can improve wildlife habitat or introduce people to hunting in your area, visit www.nwtf.org/get-involved/volunteers

Houston, TX – The Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) has announced that their online auctions are now live and ready to bid! Items include hunting, fishing, and vacation trips around the world, jewelry, clothing, and more!

The online auctions will be combined to culminate in three live auctions to be held at the HSCF’s annual World Hunting Convention and Exhibition. Bidders can click on tabs for separate auctions, each starting and ending at different times, on different days. Bid here today!

The HSCF Annual World Game Convention & Expo celebrates wildlife, wild places and the sporting lifestyle for thousands of visitors and exhibitors. The three-day expo will feature hundreds of exhibitors from South Texas to South Africa and everywhere in between. In addition, HSCF will be hosting amazing fundraising events including a Friday night Banquet, Saturday Gazelles Luncheon and a Saturday night Grand Gala.

The 3-day event is the annual gathering of HSCF members and outdoor enthusiasts from around the world. Hundreds of exhibits, fundraising banquets, auctions and raffles complete the weekend. Celebrities, dignitaries and legislators from the outdoor world often attend. The HSCF World Game Exhibition and Convention is its largest fundraiser each year in support of its mission to preserve game through education, conservation and the promotion of our hunting heritage. The 2023 event will take place January 20-22 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Hall E.

For information on exhibitors, visit https://hscfdn.org/convention/exhibitor-info/, or contact Nancy Oka CMP, CPCE, HSCF Director of Events and Membership at 832.804.8959 or [email protected].

About the Houston Safari Club Foundation
The Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to preserve the sport of hunting through education, conservation, and the promotion of our hunting heritage. HSCF has awarded 646 scholarships totaling $2.92 million. HSCF conducts youth outdoor education programs, vocational training, hunter education, and field experiences throughout the year. HSCF has provided more than $4 million in grants for wildlife, habitat, and various hunter-funded conservation initiatives. HSCF is an independent organization, is not affiliated with Safari Club International (SCI) or its affiliates and is not a chapter or affiliate of any other organization. Visit wehuntwegive.org or call 713.623.8844 for more information. HSCF. We hunt. We give.