Author: Adam Back

Pat Gregory and Rick Pierce, leading creators of duck decoys, will share tips and techniques

BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA — If you want to make a duck decoy, find a block of wood and cut out anything that doesn’t look like a duck. Ok, so it’s not that simple.

But making a lure doesn’t have to be incredibly difficult either. The easy solution to get started is to attend the 2023 Delta Waterfowl Duck Hunters Expo taking place July 28-30 at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Delta Waterfowl has organized a special booth at the Expo staffed by expert lure carvers Pat Gregory and Rick Pierce, who will conduct interactive demonstrations, share tips and techniques, and answer questions throughout the weekend.

“I’ll have some white cedar bodies and white pine heads in there with me, and I’ll be carving some canvases out of Delta Marsh and a few other species,” Gregory said. “I will also be painting decoys, so people can see the technique that goes into shooting real decoys. We’ll have chairs so people can come up and look and ask questions as we go along, both about the techniques and the story. What I do isn’t really that difficult or technical, so I hope at least a couple of people will go away thinking ‘I could do it myself’ and give it a try.”

Gregory, of Bloomington, Illinois, has been making decoys since 1984 and produces more than 100 birds a year. He has carved nearly every species of duck and geese found in North America, and he crafts his birds out of white pine, white cedar, and cork. He has twice been selected as a Master Carver by the Ward Foundation Museum of Collectible Lures and was the Featured Carver at the 2018 North American Vintage Decoy & Sporting Collectibles Show.

Pierce, a northern Illinois native living in Alexander, Arkansas, began carving lures in the 1990s. His carving style leans toward classic shot lures with clean body lines and varied head positions to convey movement and animation. . His lures are usually made of hollowed out white cedar, with cedar or basswood heads and painted in oil.

Pierce demoed at Expo 2022, and plans to bring his decoy carving bench to the event for hands-on learning.

“Delta’s Expo is a great mix of all things duck and duck hunting, from traditional to modern,” Pierce said. “It is an honor to be asked to demonstrate a unique American art form alongside another talented carver like Pat Gregory. And being able to do it in my home state of Arkansas is the icing on the cake.”

The decoy carving booth is just one of hundreds of exhibits attendees will discover filling the 80,000-square-foot showroom floor of The Duck Hunters Expo presented by Federal Premium Ammunition. The Expo’s many attractions include the Duck Dog Stage presented by Eukanuba and Lucky Duck, the Duck Hunters Stage presented by Benelli and the Delta Waterfowl Stage presented by BOSS Shotshells and First Lite. In addition, the Expo features a Dog and Duck Parade, the Call Makers Championship, the World Championship Reduction Duck Calling Contest, and the Great Duck Hunters Banquet.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit deltawaterfowlexpo.com.

delta waterfowl is The Duck Hunters Organization, a leading conservation group working to raise ducks and secure the future of North American waterfowl hunting. Visit deltawaterfowl.org.

For more information, contact Brad Heidel at (651) 403-1772 or [email protected].

Bow Spider, the fastest and easiest bow retrieval system on the market, today announced the introduction of bold new colors to its Bow Spider disc color line, allowing users more ways to express their personality and individual style within and off the field.

If you’re a competitive shooter, designing a room to hang your bow in, or want a bit of color in your pack, the new colors of lime green, orange, purple, and the recently introduced pink will do the trick. “Once you own or even see a Bow Spider in use, you quickly realize how easy it is to use and find so many places you can place your bow with the Bow Spider receiver,” said David Merrill, president and owner. “Our customers have been asking for an expanded color palette of Bow Spiders. We just reintroduced pink, which is working well, but we wanted to give you more options. We hope the new green, orange and purple colors will satisfy the individual creativity of our customer base.”

The Bow Spider concept is simple and revolves around a round, lightweight arch support that comes with a sturdy belt and long studs, allowing for multiple ways to secure your bow. An aluminum arm attaches to the bow riser and slides into a slot on the lightweight injection-molded receiver, which can be worn on the included belt or attached via long bolts to other objects. The bow is held firmly in place via a gravity locking system, yet slides out with minimal effort. You have to pull it out or flip it over to get the bow out. Use the belt to attach your bow to your pack, hip, truck headrest, blind, or tree. Bow Spider can also be easily attached to a binocular harness or backpack. In fact, it can be mounted to any sturdy flat surface for easy and safe storage, even on a wall.

To order a Bow Spider in one of the exciting new colors, click here. The new colors are a limited edition, so order now before supplies run out!

About Recreational Archery Development LLC (RAD, LLC):
Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Kinnear, WY, RAD, LLC is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative products for the outdoor industry, including the Bow Spider brand of products. The Bow Spider’s intuitive design makes bow retrieval quick and easy in any situation. The product is proudly made in the USA and dedicates one percent of all sales to conservation. The company is also offering veterans a 15 percent discount on all products. (To take advantage of this offer, orders must be called directly to the company at 307-438-9290.) For additional information about RAD, LLC and the Bow Spider brand of products, write to: RAD, LLC, PO Box 171 , Kinnear, WY 82516; call 307-438-9290; email [email protected]; visit www.bowspider.com.

Walhalla athletes ^High The School Army JROTC rifle team from Walhalla, South Carolina truly stands out on the range, not only for their performances, but also for their unique rifles on the firing line.

The stocks are beautiful, rich displays of enthusiasm and perseverance, handcrafted for the cadet who earned every drop of color. It’s a team tradition established nearly a decade ago that has kept Walhalla Razorback athletes aiming toward exciting ambition, and it’s fun to watch, too.

In April, the team competed in the 2023 JROTC Service Championship series that was held in Ohio, Alabama, and Utah. The event, run by the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), is a three-position precision and sport air rifle competition for high school athletes. Walhalla’s Elaine Saint placed third overall in the sport class at the Ohio match (eighth overall out of nearly 300 Army JROTC competitors among the three places), while teammate Keagan Dean also finished in the top 10 athletes in Ohio.

COL Kevin Mangan, head coach of the rifle team, was there to witness it all. He has been training at Walhalla for 17 years, always encouraging his athletes to reach higher by setting goals, no matter how big or small.

“Easy, tangible goals can be a great motivator, from beginners to the most advanced athletes,” he explained. “Sometimes, it can be something as simple as, ‘Shoot a PR (personal record) and you’ll get a vote on where we eat on a road trip.'”

Other times, the goal is a bit more colorful.

The team’s ingenious rifle tradition was on display eight years ago when one of Walhalla’s cadets, Matthew Smith, placed in the JROTC Service Championships. After his success, he asked his trainer if he could paint and customize his stock. To Smith’s delight, Mangan said yes.

Matthew’s chosen theme was a Gator Claw to show his love for his favorite college team, the Florida Gators. Matt Carroll, who, at the time, ran the air gun range at CMP’s southern Alabama location, designed the rifle himself.

Other team members liked the idea of ​​customizing a rifle stock so much that they asked their trainer if they could decorate their own rifles. Mangan was on board with the idea, but with a catch.

“I did the standard: shoot a 530 at a sports game and you can customize your stock,” he explained.

Mangan thought that was a high enough mark that only one cadet a year could achieve it, but, to his surprise and delight, the athletes began working towards the score and achieving it.

“They cared more about fulfilling the goal than the results of the game,” he joked.

Now, achieving the honor of a painted rifle stock has become the primary goal for college athletes. This season alone, four students have earned their custom actions, including two freshman athletes, which has never happened in the lore’s history.

“It sets as the threshold for success,” Mangan said of the paint on the rifle. “We also have smaller goals set, like a score of 200 and you’re assigned a rifle, and at 250, you name your rifle, just little things to keep working on.”

Once an athlete reaches the score of 530, they can choose the art theme on the rifle stock. Mangan’s wife and daughters handle the graphic work along with Walhalla’s art department. Of He Lion King to the Chronicles of Narnia to hunter x hunterEach athlete’s theme represents their own personalities and the hard work they have put in on the court.

To commemorate the tradition of the rifle team, Walhalla High School has assigned a trophy case in the student commons area to display the stock of graduating athletes. So far, there have been 11 painted rifles, with more being added every year.

“It has become an accomplishment for the Walhalla JROTC rifle team,” Mangan said.

Despite the emphasis on performance milestones, Mangan isn’t interested in how well his athletes score; there’s a deeper goal to be met in order to be a successful Razorback.

“Scores are good, but how good of a teammate are you?” Mangan said.

“Team results are directly affected by supporting each other when things aren’t going well,” he continued. “Accept the ride and enjoy the experience instead of a score that defines who you are.”

What started as a simple question has spawned lasting inspiration within the Walhalla rifle team. However, for Mangan, nothing stands out more vibrantly than true sportsmanship.

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.

EDGEFIELD, SC — The Jack Robertson Invitational Shoot celebrated its 24th consecutive year of raising funds for hunting and shooting sports on May 23, this year in honor of the 50th anniversary of the National Wild Turkey Federation and the organization’s commitment to wild turkey conservation and the preservation of our hunting heritage. .

Originally established by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the event began as a fundraiser for the NSSF for its Hunting Heritage Trust. As representative of the firearms industry and community, the gathering quickly became a high-profile gathering of firearms manufacturer leaders, making it a highly anticipated spring event.

Jack Robertson, a notable former NSSF employee, played a pivotal role in shaping and expanding the organization. After his retirement, the invitational clay sporting event was named in his honor in recognition of his contributions. Robertson was present at this year’s event and participated in the shooting activities along with three generations of his family.

Since its inception, the event has maintained a tradition of sharing its proceeds with various organizations, including USA Shooting, 4-H, and the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance. This year, in honor of the NWTF 50^he Anniversary, proceeds from the event will support the NWTF JAKES (Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics and Sportsmanship) program, which has earned recognition for its exceptional work across the country.

To further emphasize the importance of this recognition, NWTF Co-Executive Director Jason Burckhalter attended the invited photo call and spoke with the shooters, sharing information about the organization’s history and highlighting its promising future.

Nearly 100 shooters attended the event held at the Ten Mile River Preserve in Dover Plains, New York. Dave Baron of Baron Engraving has assisted with the event since its inception. Baron, along with his employees, volunteer their time and effort to support the event. Additionally, he takes donated items for the event and engraves them to give the items more auction value. Baron, a Virginia native, is a member of the NWTF National Board of Directors.

“I would like to thank the donors who did so much to make this event a success; together, we can make a difference to engage the next generation,” Baron said. “Today’s youth need to fall in love with the outdoors so they are ready to be stewards of the wild game and open spaces we hold dear!”

Donations for this year’s event were at an all-time high, with more than 20 firearms and thousands of dollars in equipment donated. These items were the centerpiece of an exciting auction that followed the photo shoot and invitational luncheon.

Proceeds generated from this year’s Jack Robertson Invitational Photo Shoot will play a vital role in creating valuable opportunities for young outdoor enthusiasts to explore and appreciate outdoor recreational opportunities. Recognizing the importance of fostering a passion for the outdoors and hunting in our youth, the event’s fundraising efforts aim to ensure that the next generation is actively involved in conservation efforts and the preservation of shooting sports.

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 robust recreational opportunities across the US by working beyond borders at the landscape scale.

2023 is the 50th of the NWTF^he Anniversary and an opportunity to push the organization’s mission into the future while honoring its rich history. for his 50^he 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.

Tailgating, car camping, and picnicking from a small car or SUV has always been a bit of a problem because there hasn’t been a table that can be used to put down food and a place to keep drinks. No one wants to leave food on the ground and blankets are uncomfortable and easily soiled, especially when drinks are spilled, which is often the case with a picnic blanket. Space Innovations Lab has addressed this problem and as long as your vehicle has a latch hook you can have a rear table to use on your outdoor adventures.

We had the opportunity to meet Lawrence Bugg, the founder of Space Innovations Lab, several years ago at the Outdoor Retailer Show in Denver, Colorado. We had the opportunity to learn a little bit about the company from him and his passion for design and how he came up with the back table and how he was growing his business. In fact, it was the design that really caught our eye and kept our attention throughout the years. Every detail had been incredibly well thought out, from wine glass holders to how secure the table was when hooked onto a latch hook in the trunk of the car. The only caveat was that it wouldn’t work in a vehicle with a rollaway bed like our Tacoma at the time.

The idea kept ringing in my head, though, and this past year, after purchasing an SUV with a hatchback and snap hook, we finally got the chance to try out the tailgate at our own picnic. We stopped at Whole Foods and picked up some sodas and some sushi and headed to our local park to celebrate our 7 year wedding anniversary. It was a perfect warm day so the park was a bit crowded but we found a nice spot near a big tree and broke the table and had a wonderful visit just the two of us. We made mimosas, enjoyed some cheese and crackers and of course the sushi, it was perfect. Sitting in the back rear of the car worked great and the center of the rear of the tail doubles as a perfect cutting table for cheese and apples. The round center was great for placing food and the drink holders are very well thought out and keep our drinks from spilling.

The way the layout works is great for two people with enough space to sit in the back rear of the car and have the table in the middle. If you have more people you can bring a few extra chairs and everyone had enough room to move around comfortably and with enough glasses for a few friends and family.

The table fits amazingly well and was extremely sturdy and well designed. The whole package folds up into a single carry case and if you get the Deluxe package we suggest getting glasses and a full case to carry everything.

The deluxe package includes:

• 6 12 oz plastic stemmed drink glasses
• 6 6-ounce plastic drink cups
• Separate deluxe pack bag that fits perfectly on the back table + 12 plastic cups.
• Drinkware and Deluxe Bag Liner are dishwasher safe.
• Cups made of Tritan – BPA-free plastic – Highly durable and shatter resistant
• Additional storage area for plates/cutlery (actual plates and cutlery not included)

The back table is a perfectly wonderful and nice accessory to have. It’s a must have, probably not, but it really is a nice item and ours will stay right in the back of our SUV on a regular basis for all of our road trips. Even if we decide to stop and grab some fast food, the back table setup is very nice and easy and we can sit outside and watch the world go by for just a few minutes of relaxation on long road trips. The Tail Table will make a great gift and we have a few weddings coming up where we know happy couples will like the chance to enjoy their own picnics and have a table to have some fun at.

Remington has renewed its support of youth shooting sports as a platinum level sponsor of the Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP).

“Remington is always proud to support SASP,” said Joel Hodgdon, Remington’s director of marketing. “This organization provides the next generation with the skills they need to get to the podium both in competition and in life.”

Rick Leach, SASP National Director, commented, “The continued support of platinum sponsor Remington is a testament to the growth of youth shooting sports in our country. Current athletes in the program benefit greatly from Remington as a Platinum Sponsor, just as previous generations have.”

Are you or your company interested in supporting the largest youth competitive shooting program in the world? Contact Rick Leach, SASP National Director at [email protected]

For more information on Remington ammunition, go to https://www.remington.com/

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

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

Lawyers for the Second Amendment Foundation and its partners in a federal lawsuit challenging Washington state’s ban on so-called “assault weapons” have filed a response brief in their effort to obtain a preliminary injunction. The case is known as Hartford v. Ferguson.

In their answer brief, filed in the US District Court for the Western District of Washington, SAF and its partners argue that the ban is unconstitutional under the Second Amendment and under the Supreme Court guidelines set forth in the ruling. Bruen from last year.

SAF joins the Firearms Policy Coalition, Sporting Systems of Hazel Dell and three private citizens, Brett Bass, Douglas Mitchell and Lawrence Hartford, for whom the case is named. They are represented by Seattle attorney Joel Ard.

The defendants are Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson, State Patrol Chief John R. Batiste, Kitsap County Sheriff John Gese and County Attorney Chad M. Enright; Kittitas County Sheriff Clayton Myers and County Attorney Greg Zempel; Clark County Sheriff John Horch and County Attorney Tony Golik and Snohomish County Sheriff Adam Fortnoy and County Attorney Jason Cummings all in their official capacities.

“Under guidelines set forth by the Supreme Court,” said SAF founder and executive vice president Alan M. Gottlieb, “a state can only ban ‘dangerous and unusual weapons,’ but since modern semi-automatic rifles are in common use for millions of people, they are not unusual. Supporters of the ban have deliberately and falsely called these firearms “weapons of war,” which they are not. The state has criminalized a common and important means of self-defense, the modern semi-automatic rifle, and has put politics ahead of constitutional rights.”

“A preliminary injunction against this law will not harm the state,” said SAF executive director Adam Kraut, who is a practicing attorney. “We believe that the ban is unconstitutional and therefore the application by the state amounts to deprivation of rights under the color of the law. This causes irreparable damage. A preliminary injunction will maintain the status quo, which puts constitutional rights before politics.”

CAMP PERRY, Ohio – On the weekend of May 19-22, Suman Sanghera, 17, of Great Falls, VA, returned to the Camp Perry Open to top the pistol portion of the annual air pistol competition for second year in a row. Last year, Sanghera led the Junior class, but in 2023 he showcased his strengths by claiming the open match and overall victory in the Super Final event.

The Camp Perry Open features small-bore three-position sporting/precision air rifle competitions, as well as 60-shot air rifle and air pistol competitions, divided into Open and Junior categories. The event is hosted by the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) at the indoor Gary Anderson CMP Competency Center and outdoor Petrarca Range, both located on the grounds of Camp Perry. Each event includes qualifying rounds, followed by an elimination final that determines the overall winners. Team events were also held simultaneously with the 3×20 air rifle and 60-shot qualifying matches over the weekend.

A senior athlete, Sanghera is a member of the NOVA Sharpshooters team and is the top female 10m air pistol athlete in the US. Among other accolades, she holds a national record and has won numerous gold medals throughout of his career. This fall she will attend Ohio State University as a member of the pistol team and will study to become a medic. With her success, in 2023, the CMP Scholarship Committee chose her as one of the top 4 athletes to receive a recurring $5,000 over the next four years ($20,000 total) through the CMP Scholarship Program.

A family affair, Sanghera’s brother Bhavjeet, 20, placed third in the Junior and Open categories after taking third place in the Junior match at last year’s event.

Molly McGhin, 21, of Griffin, GA, also earned victories at the 2023 Camp Perry Open and claimed the Open 60 Shot Rifle event, while 18-year-old Katrina Demerle of Hamilton, Ohio led the competition. youth. Demerle had taken first place overall in the 3×20 match in the precision class on the opening day of the Camp Perry Open, with 18-year-old Charles Bratton of Clover, SC leading the sport class.

The 2023 Camp Perry Open marked a new beginning for the CMP Smallbore program, using the new 50-meter KTS (Kongsberg Target Systems) E-Score system for the first time. The targets are set to be used in future CMP small-bore competitions, including the upcoming domestic small-bore matches in July.

“I think the Camp Perry Open went really well for the first time with these targets,” said Brad Donoho, CMP small drilling manager. “We learned a lot and identified a few things to fix before Nationals.”

“Overall, I am very satisfied with how the match went and I am confident that the 2023 National Matches will be very successful,” he added.

Leading the Smallbore 3×20 elimination event at the Camp Perry Open was Olympic medalist Mary Tucker, 21, of Sarasota, FL. Gavin Barnick, 20, of Appleton, WI, was the junior athlete in high school.

Another exclusive event at the Camp Perry Open is the early Super Final, which includes costumes, music and other dazzling effects that add fun to the game. During the Super Final, the top 38 competitors from each day’s air rifle and air pistol qualification round gather on the firing line to compete in an intense elimination event. The competition continues until only one athlete is left standing.

Elijah Spencer of Boise, Idaho won the 2023 rifle Super Final, while Sanghera led the pistol side. They each won $200 for their first place. Following Spencer was Angeline Henry from Fort Worth, Texas, while McGhin placed third. Matthew Lemmon of Clyde, Ohio, and Sam Gens of Greenwood Village, Colo., followed Sanghera in the pistol duel, taking second and third place, respectively. Second place took home $150, while third place won $100.

The best athletes of the Camp Perry Open 2023:

Small 3×20 gauge:

Open:

1. Mary Tucker, 21, of Sarasota, Florida – 459.2
2. SPC Jared Eddy, 22, of Midland, GA – 455.9
3. Gavin Barnick, 20, of Appleton, WI – 445.3

Junior:

4. Gavin Barnick, 20, of Appleton, WI – 582-29X
5. Gabriela Zych, 18, Anchorage, AK – 579-23X
6. Elijah Spencer, 18, Boise, ID – 579-19X

3×20 air rifle:

sportsman:

1. Charles Bratton, 18, of Clover, SC – 425.8
2. Riley Vines, 17, of Zion, IL – 418.8
3. Kalinn White, 17, of Zion, IL – 409.9

Precision:

1. Katrina Demerle, 18, of Hamilton, Ohio – 466.2
2. Natalie Welter, 13, of Parker, Pennsylvania – 464.2
3. Jacob Wisman, 17, of Independence, WV – 451.1

General air rifle equipment:

Athlete: Zion Benton High School Navy JROTC (Illinois) – 2185-68X

Accuracy: American Legion Post 295 (Ohio) – 2348-171X

60 Shot Rifle Finale:

Open:

1. Molly McGhin, 21, of Griffin, GA – 249.6
2. Peter Fiori, 23, of Lebanon, NJ – 246.9
3. Angeline Henry, 22, of Fort Worth, TX – 226.3

Junior:

1. Katrina Demerle, 18, of Hamilton, Ohio – 247.6
2. Bremen Butler, 18, of Fort Wayne, IN – 246.2
3. Brandon Evans, 18, of Poquoson, VA – 224.6

60 Shot Pistol Finish:

Open:

1. Suman Sanghera, 17, of Great Falls, VA – 234.7
2. Sam Gens, 23, of Greenwood Village, CO – 233.5
3. Bhavjeet Sanghera, 20, of Great Falls, VA – 212.2

Junior

1. Suman Sanghera, 17, of Great Falls, VA – 241.6
2. Blaine Simpson, 17, of Sidney, Ohio – 229.5
3. Bhavjeet Sanghera, 20, of Great Falls, VA – 211.5

60-shot rifle equipment:

Open: USAMU (Jared Eddy, Molly McGhin, SPC Levi Clark) – 3738.1

Junior: Two Bears and a Bird (Bremen Butler, Elijah Spencer, Katrina Demerle) – 3711.5

60-shot pistol equipment:

Open: We Luv Emil Milev (Sam Gens, Katelyn Abeln, Anthony Lutz) – 3384-75X

Junior: Shooting Stars (Suman Sanghera, Bhavjeet Sanghera, Larissa Seiler) – 3259-65X

See a complete list of results on the CMP Competition Tracker page at https://ct.thecmp.org/2023CPOresults. Photos from the event can be viewed and downloaded for free at https://cmp1.zenfolio.com/f127146484.

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.

The industry leader in hunting gear once again partners with Folds of Honor to raise funds and awareness.

This SITKA Memorial Day outfit will once again pause its online and retail sales and instead honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice by partnering with Folds of Honor, a nonprofit that helps to provide life-changing scholarships to the spouses and children of Americans. fallen and disabled soldiers.

SITKA “Forget sales. Remember the Fallen. The initiative is an important reminder that Memorial Day was created to remember and honor the legacy of the Armed Forces veterans who lost their lives defending our freedom. SITKA will promote awareness, respect and gratitude on Monday, May 29 by closing the SITKA Gear e-commerce site and SITKA Depot retail store for the day and instead redirecting visitors to Folds of Honor. Last year, SITKA’s efforts and generosity resulted in eight scholarships for the families of our nation’s heroes through this important non-profit organization.

“Memorial Day was not created for buying new equipment or making purchases,” said Steve DelRosso, business leader and general manager of SITKA Gear. “Last year, our efforts on this day supported 8 scholarships for families of fallen soldiers. The lives impacted by our efforts in 2022 inspired us to continue this initiative and hopefully inspire other companies to support us. So this year we ask everyone to help us spread the word to forget the sales and remember the fallen on this special day.”

Colonel Nick Nichols, President of the Folds of Honor Foundation added: “Folds of Honor is proud to partner with SITKA, and we are beyond grateful for their generosity and support. As a combat veteran, I am especially proud of how SITKA honors our fallen heroes on Memorial Day by directing all of their website traffic to Folds of Honor. In his words, ‘TODAY IS ABOUT FALLING, NOT SALES’. Together we will make sure that these military families achieve their educational dreams. More than grateful!”

On Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, SITKA is asking more people to come together to raise awareness of the critical work done by Folds of Honor, supporting educational opportunities for families of the fallen and disabled military. Sharing the collaboration with others and posting about the initiative on individual and company social media channels will have a direct impact on children in Gold Star families seeking educational disciples who support wild things and wild places.

To donate, visit the SITKA Gear website or donate directly to Folds of Honor.

About SITKA
SITKA, based in Bozeman, Montana, created and leads the category of technical hunting apparel. The company is recognized for its commitment to continually improve the hunter’s life experience and for its support of healthy ecosystems and wildlife populations. SITKA products work together in systems, and each part is designed and rigorously tested both in the laboratory and in the field. SITKA is owned by WL Gore & Associates, an advanced materials company known for Gore-Tex™ fabrics and many other industry-leading innovations that provide long-lasting comfort and protection for outdoor enthusiasts. Visit sitkagear.com to learn more about how SITKA enhances the hunter’s entire life experience.

About Folds of Honor
Folds of Honor is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to military spouses and children who have fallen or become disabled while serving in the United States armed forces. Starting in 2022, Folds of Honor expanded its mission to include first responders. Their educational scholarships support tuition or tutoring in private schools in grades K-12, as well as post-secondary tuition. It is rated as a four-star charity by Charity Navigator and Platinum on GuideStar. It was founded by Lt. Col. Dan Rooney, an F-16 fighter pilot, who is currently stationed at Headquarters Air Force Recruiting Service Detachment 1, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, TX. For more information, visit FoldsOfHonor.org.

Nampa, ID – AmmoSquared Inc., the pioneer in online ammunition-backed holdings, is answering the call from consumers looking for non-traditional ways to diversify their assets. The company offers a unique service by allowing clients to accumulate and store physical ammunition stocks off-site, providing an innovative way for people to build and protect tangible wealth while protecting against economic uncertainties.

As the global economy faces unprecedented challenges, many people are turning away from traditional asset accounts that may be vulnerable to fiat currency crises, such as stocks, bonds, and money market accounts. AmmoSquared’s ammunition-backed digital wallet offers a fresh approach for those concerned about the declining value of fiat currencies and the risks associated with conventional financial institutions.

“Ammo is a physical, tangible asset that will never be worth zero,” says AmmoSquared CEO Dan Morton, “It is more stable than cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, which are still too volatile for most people to use in any way. reliable as an alternative store of value. Ammo is more like gold, with an intrinsic value based on effort and the cost of raw materials. It will never be useless, nor will it disappear because of a tweet or a hacker.”

“Ammo is a physical, tangible asset that will never be worth zero,” says AmmoSquared CEO Dan Morton, “It is more stable than cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, which are still too volatile for most people to use in any way. reliable as an alternative store of value. Ammo is more like gold, with an intrinsic value based on effort and the cost of raw materials. It will never be useless, nor will it disappear because of a tweet or a hacker.”

The company has also introduced features typically found in financial products, such as limit orders, win percentage and loss tracking, and the ability to trade between different gauges with just a few clicks. These features, combined with a user-friendly interface, make AmmoSquared an attractive option for those looking to purchase and store ammunition as an alternative safe haven for their excess funds.

AmmoSquared, which started in 2015 as an ammunition subscription service, has evolved into something of an ammunition bank. They offer clients a unique way to diversify their savings into a tangible and useful asset. As the dominance of the dollar fades and people seek alternative safe havens for their excess cash, AmmoSquared offers a practical and secure solution that helps protect clients’ wealth in these uncertain times.

To learn more about AmmoSquared and its innovative ammunition solutions, visit https://ammosquared.com/.

About AmmoSquared Inc.:

AmmoSquared is pioneering an online ammunition wallet or “bank account”, offering customers an innovative way to purchase and store ammunition while still meeting their daily shooting and hunting needs. With a wide variety of calibers available, the AmmoSquared platform provides a user-friendly experience that allows individuals to easily manage and diversify their assets. The company is dedicated to providing secure storage solutions and exceptional customer service, positioning itself as a leader in the burgeoning ammunition storage market.