Author: Adam Back

Spring Hill, Tennessee.—Nearly 200 youth and their families attended San Antonio’s Woodlawn Lake Park Saturday for the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA) 2^{North Dakota} Annual fishing lines at christmas event.

The free community event was organized by the San Antonio Building and Construction Trades Council (BCTC) with support from the Priest Holmes Foundation and the NFLPA San Antonio/Austin Alumni Chapter. The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office was also on site with a security officer and a sheriff’s boat.

“I grew up outdoors, that’s how I raised my children. It’s such a crucial part of conservation, but there’s a clear disconnect between today’s kids and the great outdoors,” said San Antonio BCTC representative Shane Denn. “Anything we can do to get kids involved in nature is worth every penny. The other union volunteers and I had a great time, and I want to make this an annual event.”

Thirteen union volunteers representing the San Antonio BCTC, Electrical Workers Local 60, United Association Local 142, Insulators Local 87, Sheet Metal Workers Local 67, Roofers International and NFLPA San Antonio/Austin Former Players Chapter, donated their time to set up fishing poles and provide youth with instruction and assistance in baiting, casting, and landing fish.

“The event was extraordinary,” said Jordan “Gig” Ritenour, assistant to the international president of the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofing and Allied Workers. “We were able to interact with many different people. Many of the parents were learning while we were teaching the kids, and they were just as excited to get their hands on a fishing pole, many for the first time.”

Priest Holmes, a former NFL player and founder of the Priest Holmes Foundation, was proud to be a part of youth outreach in the city where he grew up.

“It is my passion to be able to use my professional career as a platform to connect with underserved communities,” Holmes said. “Fishing brings the experience of being outdoors while learning patience and a new life skill. It is a connection between me and the participating families as we create positive memories.”

Youth participants received a free fishing rod and reel to continue fishing for years to come. They also received gifted stuffed animals through the Priest Holmes Foundation’s partnership with PetSmart, with many winning additional prizes. Adding to the holiday spirit, Slingshot San Antonio brought out several vehicles decorated with holiday lights, including the San Antonio Spurs car, for families to take photos of. To cap off the morning of fishing, union volunteers prepared a picnic lunch for everyone, and PepsiCo provides chips and drinks.

“Getting families together outdoors, especially in urban areas, and giving them the knowledge and tools to do activities like fishing is very important to the future of our outdoor heritage,” said the US conservation coordinator. ., Cody Campbell. “We are proud to provide youth with these rewarding experiences and are extremely grateful to all union members and partners who make them possible.”

The event was part of a series of community-based Take Kids Fishing Day events sponsored by Humana organized under the US Work Boots on the Ground conservation program and supported by national partner Provost Umphrey Law Firm. , as well as US founding partners Bank of Labor, AFL-CIO Investment Trust Corporation, and Buck Knives.

Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA): USA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to unions whose members hunt, fish, shoot, and volunteer their skills for conservation. America is uniting the union community through conservation to preserve North America’s outdoor heritage. For more information visit unionsportsmen.org or plug in Facebook, Twitter Y instagram.

Ground Work Boots (WBG): WBG is America’s flagship conservation program that brings together union members willing to volunteer their time and expertise for conservation projects that enhance and improve public access to the outdoors, conserve wildlife habitat, they restore America’s parks and mentor youth in the great outdoors. The US Work Boots on the Ground program works closely with federal, state and local agencies and other conservation groups to provide the labor needed to complete critical projects that might otherwise go undone.

To recognize those who consistently score well in the John C. Garand Match with M1 rifles as issued in designated Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) competitions, the Garand Collectors Association (GCA) has designed a new Program GCA Master Marksman.

“The GCA is grateful to enjoy a cooperative partnership with the CMP, whose administrative efforts are essential to making this new award a reality,” the GCA said in a statement.

The GCA Master Marksman program is scheduled to begin in January 2023. Like the CMP-established Distinguished Badge Program, the new addition will work on an Achievement Award point system, based on performance in designated CMP events.

Points will be awarded based on cutoff scores and will be presented as gold (10 points), silver (8 points), and bronze (6 points) levels. Competitors must achieve a total of 40 points overall, with one gold and one additional gold or silver required. All other points can be bronze or higher.

The first points to be awarded will be at the 2023 Western Games, which will be held in Phoenix in March.

Annual events currently featuring GCA points competitions include:

• CMP Western Games (Arizona) – March 10-19, 2023
• CMP Eastern Games (North Carolina) – April 28-May 7, 2023
• CMP D-Day (Alabama) – June 6-11, 2023
• CMP National Matches (Ohio) – July 2023
• CMP New England Games (Vermont) – September 16-24, 2023
• CMP Talladega 600 (Alabama) – November 2023

To participate, a competitor must be a current member of the GCA. People can even join on game day through the GCA website to be considered valid members.

Only M1 Garands may be used as issued. The Rules of Competition for the John C. Garand Match (Course A: 30 rounds) will be followed as defined in the CMP Games Rifle and Pistol Competition Rules. Those who shoot in re-entry events will only be able to use their highest score as points.

Outside of the Master Marksman program, the GCA will continue to donate generous funds to the winners of John C. Garand Matches, as well as the semi-automatic category of Vintage Team Sniper Matches at major CMP competitions, regardless of GCA membership.

Questions about the new program? Contact CMP’s Christina Roguski at 419-635-2141 ext. 714 or [email protected].

About the GCA: Since its inception in 1986, the GCA and its members have worked diligently to expand awareness of the M1 Garand, preserve its history, and encourage and assist others in collecting the historic rifle. The GCA has also worked closely with the CMP since 2000 in classifying M1 Garand rifles and promoting competitive and recreational firearms safety. Learn more about the organization at https://thegca.org/.

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 competition for United States citizens. To learn more about the CMP and its programs, log on to www.TheCMP.org.

Cold Water Delicacy Q&A with Rig Master Ned

As you read this, huddled around the warm glow of your computer screen, Ned Kehde is almost certainly in the water. As long as one of his dozen or so local community reservoirs near Kansas City remains ice-free, Ned will be afloat, casting his fine little jigs and hooking staggering amounts of coldwater bass.

“For years, our goal was to catch 101 bass in a four-hour trip,” Ned acknowledges. “These days, especially on cold winter outings, we make do with fishing for two to three hours between 11 am and 3 pm. On average we still catch about ten bass an hour, just enough mouthfuls to keep this old ol’ man warm.”

Now almost 83 years old, Ned still fishes more than most, adding hundreds of clicks to his worn-out fish counter. Recently, between trips, we caught up with our friend, the legendary Ned Kehde, to discuss business and find out his latest tricks. As he will kindly tell you, Anyone can catch largemouth bass with the delicacy of the Midwest. . .

Where are you fishing these days and what is happening in these fisheries?

Kehde: Today, we are targeting our many community reservoirs, catching largemouth bass in shallow water flats endowed with coon tail and curl leaf algae. Curlyleaf, or crispus, is a winter-hardy aquatic plant that grows and produces foliage and oxygen during the cold months. Finding any of these species can be a gold mine for winter bass, especially while other anglers target submerged brush piles and offshore structures. Contrary to the notion that cold water bass stick to deep water, we continue to catch bass in 5 to 10 foot depths all winter long.

Any difference between the lures you cast now and the ones in the warmer months?

During the winter, we probably rely on insoles that are lighter than usual. So we handle many 1/32, 1/20, 1/16 and 1/15 ounce jigs, mostly OG™ Mushrooms and Finesse ShroomZ™.

Attached to these little jigs, which feature #4 lightweight wire hooks, favorite winter baits are Z-Man® Finesse ShadZ™, Finesse TRDs™ and TRD MinnowZ™. I usually race five rigged rods, the other two often rigged to a shortened (2.5”) TRD BugZ™, TRD TicklerZ™ or ZinkerZ™.

Many people find these tiny, lightweight heads and #4 hooks unacceptably weak for bass, but we usually catch 3, 4, and occasionally 5 and 6 pound bass with these #4 hooks with no problem. Hook sets are nice and easy, with little force required to plant them firmly in a bass’s jaw. Also, these little hooks slide through and over vegetation and wood decking, rarely snagging; remember, we are often fishing in and amongst the green stuff, and with an exposed hook, no less.

Any tricks or adjustments you are doing to your baits?

It’s funny that you should ask. I am a big fan of ElaZtech® salty baits and their propensity to become increasingly attractive to bass as they “age”. As a bait catches more fish and spends more time submerged, some of the salt seeps out of its body, particularly with baits like the TRD, ZinkerZ or Delicacy WormZ™. Some anglers pre-soak their baits before hitting them in the water to speed up the aging process. Or you can stretch them outward, which instantly throws out some salt.

Other anglers I know like to place their baits under the truck’s windshield as they drive to the lake to soften them up even more than usual (ElaZtech is already softer than traditional PVC plastics).

As baits age they become more and more buoyant (an aged ZinkerZ will actually float a 1/32 ounce jig, so we often go down to a 1/16 or 1/20 ounce jig head) . Other anglers I know have noted that aged and salt-soaked ElaZtech baits develop a slimy outer texture, which they believe bass find more palatable.

In winter anyway, these aged baits really shine because the increased buoyancy means a reduced sink rate and increased float action on vegetation, hanging right in the strike zone while retrieving. These factors really seem to encourage bass with low metabolic rates to gobble up our aged baits.

How are you retrieving your fine baits when the water is cold?

Just yesterday, we had 45 degree water and wind gusts to almost 40 mph. Sometimes, you couldn’t even feel the jig. On days like this, especially when the hands get cold, we do a lot of ‘walking’, throwing the jig behind the boat and just moving slowly with the trolling motor. We also employ shake and drag recovery. Then, when our baits hit a sweet spot, we often stop shaking the bait and just stick it in place, for at least several seconds (sometimes much longer). Given the floating bait’s ability to stand upright and mimic a live invertebrate, it can almost be fished like live bait.

The lightweight jighead and floating bait also provide a great advantage when fishing around vegetation. That buoyancy factor allows us to do what we call ‘coon tail polishing’, simply sweeping the bait over the tops of plants, out of obstacle territory and yet highly visible to bass.

Beyond some of your traditional favorites like pumpkin green, what other colors are trending?

Well, I’ve been a redhead devotee for a long time. Red works everywhere.

More recently I’ve been using a lot of sky blue jigheads, which I often hand paint with a special shade of nail polish. This eye-catching shade of blue almost exactly replicates the iridescent blue gills of the green sunfish, a key forage for bass.

I combine red and blue jigheads with many different colors of bait. Lately I’ve been trapping the bass in a Purple Death pattern TRD TicklerZ. The Hot Snakes pattern has also been productive; that’s new to me, sort of an alternative to my old trusty Coppertreuse.

Heard a rumor that you might be trying out some new finesse rods.

I can’t tell you how excited I am about these prototype spinning rods, designed by my friend and Midwestern finesse guru, Drew Reese. While the rest of the fishing world continues to fish rods in the 7 foot range, these rods reach 5’4″ and 5’10”. They are the lightest and most responsive rods I have fished since I weighed in on the classic G Loomis jig rods designed by Ray Fincke, owner of a renowned tackle shop in Rosedale, Kansas.

The 5’4” is also proving to be a fantastic fishing rod, especially with the new Micro Finesse Baits. We will be casting these microbaits a lot more, once the water temperatures drop to 40 degrees.

When you fish as often as we do, it’s a gift to cast with something light enough to eliminate fatigue. Paired with the 4-pound Berkley Fireline test and a 5-foot fluorocarbon leader, these compact, lightweight clubs are perfectly suited for Midwest finesse retrieves such as swimming, sliding, and jerking. We are also catching a lot of fish now by working the bait right under the boat. These shorter rods give us more vertical control and a super direct connection between your hands and the lure. They also greatly improve presentation and bite detection in the wind.

Drew and I think devotees of the Midwestern finesse will really love these rods. Although it will be a few months before people can get theirs. Hopefully just in time for spring!

About Z-Man Fishing Products: A dynamic company based in Charleston, South Carolina, Z-Man Fishing Products has been fusing cutting-edge fishing tackle with technology for nearly three decades. Z-Man has long been one of the industry’s largest suppliers of silicone skirt material used in jigs, spinnerbaits, and other lures. Creator of the original ChatterBait®, Z-Man is also the renowned innovator of 10X Tough ElaZtech soft baits, quickly becoming the most sought after baits in freshwater and saltwater. Z-Man is one of the fastest growing lure brands in the world.

Last week, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) hosted the 19^the Annual NASC Legislators and Athletes Summit in stunning Bozeman, Montana. The NASC Athletes and Legislators Summit is the only national conference for state legislators dedicated to advancing America’s hunting, fishing, recreational shooting and trapping heritage. The theme of this year’s event was Force Multiplier: Harnessing the combined power of state legislative committees of athletes and the sports community. The conference, which is CSF’s premier state legislative event, provided an immersive 4-day experience with speakers from the Congressional Athletes Caucus (CSC), Governors Athletes Caucus (GSC), NASC Executive Council, state agencies fish and wildlife, conservation policy organizations and outdoor industry partners, among others.

Topics covered at this year’s event included, among others, differences in wildlife management in the Americas and Europe, poaching, wolf management, timber management, invasive species, the Law of Endangered Species, Restoration Funding and much more. In addition to educational sessions, regional gatherings, and Executive Council meetings, the Summit also featured group demonstrations, an auction and raffle, outdoor sports activities, and an awards ceremony. Keynote speakers at this year’s event included Montana Governor and GSC member Greg Gianforte; Joshua Millspaugh, University of Montana; Tom Opre, Wildlife Herders Society; and Michael Robinson, Farming the Wild. Additionally, conference attendees received addresses from Montana Senators and CSC members Senator Steve Daines and Senator Jon Tester.

“Athletes are the backbone of conservation in the United States, and Montana is proud to host like-minded legislators and advocates from across the country for this summit.” Governor Gianforte said. “As states continue to manage and conserve our wildlife and landscapes, it is important that we build connections, and the NASC Lawmakers and Sportsmen Summit provides that opportunity.”

On the final night, at the Awards Dinner and Ceremony, the CSF States Program Team presented awards to individual legislators and groups that had contributed to advancing conservation policy and achieving the goals of the NASC network. Award winners included:

• NASC Regional Heritage Award
  • Southeast – Del. James Edmunds (VA)
    • Midwest – Rep. Tim Taylor (MO)
      • Northeast – Senator Trey Stewart (ME)
        • West – Representative Perry Will (CO)
• NASC Friends Awards
  • Coastal Conservation Association
• State Agency of the Year
  • Arizona Department of Fish and Game
• Outgoing EC Member Awards:
  • Representative Brad Witt, 2017 – 2022
    • Senator Mark Allen, 2019 – 2022
      • Representative Brian White, 2012 – 2022
• Brad Rowse Award:

“Since 2013, I have had the honor of serving on the NASC Executive Council. Over the past 9 years, I have been fortunate to work with some of the most talented and passionate people in conservation, and for me, this award is a reminder of all the good work we accomplished together. said Rep. Brian White. “NASC is a unique organization because it brings together legislators from across the aisle to educate and promote sound policy. As a hunter and fisherman, serving as NASC President has been an extremely fulfilling opportunity, and I believe our work has benefited not only South Carolinians, but American athletes in general. Thank you CSF for giving me this award, and I look forward to seeing what great things are in store for NASC, CSF, and the future of sports conservation.”

Also at the Ceremony, the new members of the Executive Council were revealed and the host state and location of the 2023 Summit were announced; will take place in vibrant Dewey Beach, Delaware. The 2023 NASC Executive Council will be comprised of:

• President: Representative Jeff Goley (NH)
• Vice president: Representative Bill Rehm (NM)
• Secretary: Representative Jeff Wardlaw (AR)
• Member: Senator Jack Bailey (MD)
• Member: Senator Robin Webb (KY)
• Member: Senator David Wilson (AK)
• Member: Representative Scott Bounds (MS)
• Member: Representative Pat Brennan (VT)
• Member: Representative Bobby Cox (SC)
• Member: Representative Casey Snider (UT)
• Member: Representative Steve Wood (ME)
• Member: Representative Jerome Zeringue (LA)
• Alternate Member: Representative Danny Crawford (AL)
• Alternate Member: Representative Bob Freeman (TN)
• Alternate Member: Representative Kevin Wallace (OK)

CSF would like to thank all the sponsors who made the 19^the Annual Summit of NASC Legislators and Sportsmen possible, including title sponsors: Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s; National Shooting Sports Foundation; Richard Childress Racing; International Safari Club; and Vista Outdoor, Inc.

Founded in 1989, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) is the informed authority on outdoor issues and serves as the primary conduit for influencing public policy. Working with the Congressional Athletes Caucus (CSC), the Governors Athletes Caucus (GSC) and the National Assembly of Athletes Caucus (NASC), CSF gives a voice to hunters, anglers, recreational shooters and hunters on Capitol Hill and in all state capitals. advocate for vital outdoor issues that are the backbone of our nation’s conservation legacy. For more information on CSF’s policy work, visit www.congressionalsportsmen.org.

On November 18 and 19, 2022, 112 air rifle athletes from Anchorage, Mat-Su Valley, and Fairbanks, Alaska participated in the 2022 Jordyn Durr Memorial CMP Cup match.

Cadet Petty Officer 3rd Class Jordyn Durr was tragically killed by a drunk driver while walking home on August 9, 2013. She was a member of the Navy Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps at Robert Service High School and the school air rifle team.

“Her smile was contagious and she tried really hard to look her best as a cadet,” said Jordyn’s former teacher, Gy Sgt Tom Foust. “He found a way to balance the school, the teams, all while supporting the unit’s scheduled community service and school support.”

Foust, who now coaches the Robert Service High School air rifle team, organized the CMP Cup game to honor Jordyn’s memory while also providing opportunities for current youth athletes.

“I started organizing this game years ago to give more Alaskan athletes the opportunity to earn EIC points,” Foust said. “There aren’t many opportunities in the state to do that.”

Outside of the air rifle, Jordyn was known to help out with many school and community service activities. His NJROTC awards consist of the Distinguished Unit Award, Exemplary Personal Appearance with a bronze star in lieu of the second award, the Physical Fitness Ribbon with bronze lamp, the Participation Ribbon with two silver stars in lieu of the sixth award, the Unit Service Ribbon and Community Award. Service tape. Jordyn was also posthumously promoted to C/PO3.

Participants in the November air rifle event in his honor received a T-shirt with “Don’t Drive Drunk” printed on the back, a stark reminder of the costly effects of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.

The 2022 CMP Jordyn Durr Memorial Cup match ended with West Valley Marine Corps JROTC’s Evelyn Golden earning four Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) EIC points toward a coveted Distinguished Badge. Eagle River Blue received first place in the accuracy class, with a score of 2,229 (Isabelle Greidanus 569, Wyatt McDonald 556, Dawson Cox 554, Aviana Bierl 550).

The South Anchorage Wolverines ranked second with 2,198 (Dane Kersten 566, Alexandria Kincaid 552, Bella Anderson 545, Claire Hemstreet 535), while the Service Cougars ranked third with 2,196 (Sophie Wilts 565, Mylee Flatt 549, Ahren Peterson 545, Sage Kontny 537).

In sporter, West Valley Wolf Pack Marine Corps JROTC dominated, taking first place overall with a score of 2095 (Evelyn Golden 547, Ebin Arzac 526, Amy Roberts 521, Joseph Finniko 501).

Second place went to the South Anchorage Air Force JROTC Alpha Team, with 1960 (Elodie Bennett 507, Rachael Foster 498, Kristina Huffaker 485, Katrina Marshall 470). Colony Army JROTC Team 1 made it to 1832 for third (Ercilia Trevino 477, Nate Mayfield 458, Elijah Baker 454, Kayliegh Brager 443).

Leading individuals in general:

Sport class:

First Place: Evelyn Golden of West Valley Marine Corps JROTC – 619.3
Second Place: Amy Roberts of West Valley Marine Corps JROTC – 604.9
Third Place: Ebin Arzac of West Valley Marine Corps JROTC – 604.4

accuracy class

First Place: Dane Kersten from South Anchorage High – 663.1
Second place: Sophie Wilts from Robert Service High – 662.8
Third Place: Isabelle Greidanus from Eagle River High – 660.0

To view all match results for the CMP Jordyn Durr Memorial Cup 2022, visit https://ct.thecmp.org/JordynDurrMemorial2022Results.

To find a CMP affiliated club near you, visit https://thecmp.org/clubs/search-clubs/.

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 competition for United States citizens. To learn more about the CMP and its programs, log on to www.TheCMP.org.

You already trust Tigress to put more fish in the box, but now they’ve got you covered while docked as well. Its portable cleats and shore power cord holder are welcome accessories at home, on the sandbar, or visiting a new port.

Tigress’ inshore solutions are built with the same high-quality construction and attention to detail as their world-class outriggers and tournament-winning fishing gear, so you know they’ll stand up to life at sea.

Few things ruin gelcoat like dock rash and a can of line scuffing. Protect your boat using one of Tigress’s portable cleats, available in 15-inch and 36-inch heights to accommodate artillery. The innovative design uses hollow rod holders to position fenders exactly where they are needed to prevent the hull from contacting the dock or other vessels when rafting on the sandbank. Easily tie up to a friend’s boat for lunch or add extra lines when a storm approaches. The 36-inch size is ideal for transom cross tie-downs, preventing lines from rubbing against your boat and adding an extra layer of security. Regardless of the length you choose, the full-size 9-inch cleat set at a 10-degree angle is ideal for almost any role, even as a hose holder to prevent tangling.

Keeping your shoreline power cord damage-free doesn’t just mean you won’t have to replace it; it is a security issue. Make sure that the outer sheath of the cable does not allow moisture to enter when protecting it from chafing. Tigress’s Shore Power Cable Mount mounts to a rod holder and keeps power lines safely overboard and clear of obstacles that could cause damage, whether in their home port or at a temporary berth in a long cruise. A 15 degree bent end accommodates angles found in most rod holders, keeping the rod vertical and the string moving freely. An open top makes it easy to insert long cables, with an overlap to keep them in place even when conditions get rough. And when cleaning, you can use the Shore Power Cord Holder to wrap around a hose.

The portable cleats and ground power cable mount fit standard 1-5/8” rod mounts, making them perfect for any boat. Like all Tigress products, they are designed to withstand a harsh saltwater environment, so they will look and perform great for a lifetime.

portable cues

• Easy-to-store portable cleats available in 15-inch and 36-inch heights
• Full-size 9-inch cleat set at a 10-degree angle is perfect for attaching a fender to the sandbar, using as an extra cleat, or using as a hose holder while washing your boat
• 36” size is ideal for stern sleepers
• Fits standard 1-5/8″ rod holders
• Made of anodized aluminum.
• MSRP: $118.99-$145.99

Support for ground power cable

• Perfect for holding down your power cord or shoreline hose while cleaning your boat
• Easy to store, portable and great for travel
• 15 degree bent stock accommodates most gunwales
• Fits standard 1-5/8″ rod holders
• Made of anodized aluminum.
• MSRP: $118.99

Since our inception, our mission has been to raise the bar for innovation, quality, ease of use and convenience in the products we offer to the saltwater sport fishing enthusiast.

All aluminum stabilizers are made from cold drawn aluminum for maximum strength and durability. We then use a state-of-the-art anodizing process to protect them and enhance the color. Each accessory is built with the highest quality materials to provide maximum service and life. Tigress uses only 300 series stainless steel or 316 stainless steel in every rod holder and stabilizer mount.

We continue to expand our offering of fine goods and accessories, making the Tigress product line of stabilizers and equipment the standard of quality and excellence.

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HatsanUSA, the exclusive US distributor of ESCORT Shotguns, is proud to introduce the PS Turkey Hunter. Just in time for the 2022 turkey season, you can find ESCORT’s remarkable line of turkey-specific semi-auto shotguns ready. The PS Turkey Hunter is available in 12 gauge, 20 gauge, and .410 gauge and is designed with the turkey shooter in mind. Common to many ESCORT semi-auto shotguns, the PS Turkey Hunter features Hatsan features QUICK Loading System and Smart Valve Piston technologies. the QUICK Loading System allows faster and easier loading with one hand and without the need to change the shooting position. The loading button acts as the carrier’s latch release for loading and bolt release when the bolt is locked rearward. This gun’s smart valve piston will cycle full 7/8 oz, 2 ¾” through 3” magnum loads, thanks to its self-regulating design. This patented design is so reliable that one can mix heavy and light loads in the same charger without a hitch.

The PS Turkey Hunter is available in two camouflage patterns: RealTree® Timber and Mossy Oak® BottomLand. Each gun ships with 3 interchangeable chokes suitable for a variety of turkey hunting situations. A 5-inch long cantilevered optic rail features 4 cross-slots to accommodate a variety of Weaver mounts. The weapon is also equipped with bright fiber optic front and rear sights for hunting in low light. The red front fiber can be adjusted with the wind, while the rear green fiber sight can be adjusted for both windage and height. Both fibers can be completely removed to make way for mounted optics. All Hatsan barrels are plated with hard chrome for maximum durability and corrosion resistance. Safety is a major concern for any firearm, which is why a manual cross button safety is incorporated. Mounted sling bolts make transport and shooting support easy.

Be sure to purchase ESCORT’s PS Turkey Hunter for this year’s turkey hunt! You won’t be disappointed!

MSRP: $499.99

PS Turkey Hunter Features

• 12ga, 20ga or .410 cal 3” magnum
• Gas operated; Semiautomatic
• Smart valve piston self-regulates for flawless performance with 2 ¾” and 3″ shells
• QUICK Loading system for easy one-handed loading
• aircraft alloy receiver
• Durable, advanced synthetic polymer stock and fore-end with checkered grip surfaces
• Soft rubber butt pad to absorb recoil
• Rust resistant chrome body
• Includes 3 chokes
• Casing capacity 4+1
• Manual cross button safety
• Mounted Sling Studs
• Available in RealTree® Timber and Mossy Oak® BottomLand camo patterns

PS Turkey Hunter 12 ga Specifications

• 24” barrel
• 44″ overall length
• 6.9 pounds
• Chokes: Extended Extra Full, Full, Enhanced Modified

PS Turkey Hunter 20ga Specifications

• 22” barrel
• 42″ overall length
• 6.2 pounds
• Chokes: Extended Extra Full, Full, Enhanced Modified

PS Turkey Hunter .410 cal Specifications

• 24” barrel
• 44″ overall length
• 6 pounds
• Chokes: Full cylinder, modified and upgraded (all extended)

HatsanUSA is the exclusive distributor of Hatsan airguns and Escort firearms in the US. Renowned for precision craftsmanship and performance, Hatsan products provide an exceptional shooting experience. The brands are driven by purpose and are recognized for their outstanding power, performance, reliability and value. Hatsan prides itself on its vertically integrated manufacturing process, which allows it to maintain the highest levels of quality, workmanship, and a competitive edge.

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Outdoor Access Initiative Q3 Grants Support Trail Construction, Rehabilitation, Maintenance and More

Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, today announces that the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) has contributed more than $116,000 in grants for the third quarter of 2022. This latest funding cycle showcases Yamaha OAI’s mission to protect, improve and expand access to public lands for motorized and outdoor recreation through projects that build, protect, and restore access to more than 40,000 acres and 600 miles of trails for motorized recreation.

“Two of the groups funded this quarter, TreadLightly! and Wenatchee Valley TREAD, will use OAI grants to rehabilitate OHV trails and riding areas that have been closed following destructive wildfires. It is gratifying to provide essential resources that restore access to public lands for OHV riders to once again enjoy,” said Steve Nessl, Yamaha Motorsports Marketing Manager. “We encourage those who manage or ride trail systems and riding areas affected by closures and storm, fire or other damage to contact us for similar support – OAI funding from Yamaha can have an immediate and lasting impact. even serve to match the funds. for larger state and federal grants.”

Projects funded in the Q3 2022 grant cycle include:

• BlueRibbon Coalition (Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges, UT)
• Grand Lake Trail Grooming, Inc. (Grand Lake, CO)
• The Great Outdoors Fund (Beasley Knob OHV area, GA)
• LANDS Foundation (Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area, CA)
• Range Riders ATV Club (Len Hardy Memorial Trail, Itasca County, MN)
• Tread Lightly! (Cinder Hills, AZ OHV Area)
• Wenatchee Valley TREAD (Mad River Trail, Entiat, WA)

The application deadline for consideration in the final 2022 funding cycle is December 15, 2022. Riding clubs, land management associations, and public land managers are encouraged to work alongside grantees Yamaha to identify projects and request support. Visit YamahaOAI.com for submission guidelines, the Yamaha OAI grant application form, answers to the most popular questions about the program, and summaries of some typical projects for inspiration.

About Yamaha’s Outdoor Access Initiative

Since 2008, the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative has led the powersports industry in supporting responsible access to our nation’s public lands for outdoor enthusiasts. With more than $5 million contributed to more than 400 projects across the country, Yamaha has directly and indirectly supported thousands of miles of motorized recreational trails, maintained and rehabilitated riding and hunting grounds, improved staging areas, provided farm organizations essential OHV safety education, has built bridges over fish-bearing streams, and partnered with local outdoor enthusiast communities across the country to improve access to public lands. Each quarter, Yamaha accepts applications from nonprofit or tax-exempt organizations, including OHV riding clubs and associations, national, state, and local public land use agencies, outdoor enthusiast associations, and wildlife conservation groups. land interested in protecting, improving, expanding and/or maintaining access for safe, responsible and sustainable public use.

Updated guidelines, application form, information and news about the Outdoor Access Initiative are available at YamahaOAI.com. For specific questions about Yamaha’s Outdoor Access Initiative, please call the dedicated hotline at 1-877-OHV-TRAIL (877-648-8724), email [email protected] or write to:

Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative
Yamaha Motor Corp., USA
3065 Chastain Meadows Parkway, Bldg. 100
Marietta, GA 30066

About Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (YMUS), is a recognized leader in the outdoor recreation industry. The company’s ever-expanding product offerings include motorcycles and scooters, ATVs and side-by-sides, snowmobiles, WaveRunner personal watercraft, boats, outboard motors, outdoor power equipment, power-assisted electric bicycles, golf, power assisted wheelchair systems, Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and robotic machines, drones, accessories, apparel, Yamalube products and much more. YMUS products are sold through a national network of distributors and dealers in the United States.

YMUS has a corporate office in California, two corporate offices in Georgia, facilities in Wisconsin and Alabama, and factory operations in Tennessee and Georgia. Additional US-based subsidiaries include Yamaha Marine Systems Company (YMSC) with divisions Bennett Marine (Florida), Kracor Systems (Wisconsin) and Siren Marine, Inc. (Rhode Island), Skeeter Boats (Texas), with the G3 Boats division (Missouri) and Yamaha Precision Propeller (Indiana).

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