Bill Silver, Industry Sales Veteran, Joins Caracal USA

Having served for more than 20 years as a leading sales executive in the firearms industry, Bill Silver joined as Vice President of Sales for Caracal USA®.

Caracal USA, a leading international manufacturer of small arms for the law enforcement and defense markets, announces Bill Silver, a firearms industry sales veteran, as its new vice president of sales for the US market. Silver worked for ten years in distribution, serving as vice president of sales for three well-known firearms brands, including more than a decade at SIG Sauer as vice president of sales.

“Over the years, Bill has built a solid reputation within the shooting sports market as a tireless sales executive with a deep understanding of our distribution chain and strong working relationships with distributors, box stores and merchants,” Jeffrey Spalding, President and CEO of Caracal. United States, he said. “Bill will further our business programs and expand the brand nationally.”

“The Caracal brand is well known and admired around the world, especially in the military and law enforcement communities,” Silver added. “With our profit-generating sales programs, we intend to bring the Caracal name and its high-quality products to as many retailers as possible.”

Currently available are the US made CA816A2 in 5.56x45mm NATO short stroke pushrod, gas piston rifle and the CAR814A2 center fire, direct impingement, gas operated rifle in 5.56x45mm NATO. . Caracal USA’s long-range sniper rifles, the CSR308 and 338, are anticipated to be released in the coming weeks, and the highly anticipated enhanced US-made Enhanced F pistol is just a few months away. Additional new products include the CMP9/9k, Lynx DS and Lynx DS Compact, which will be available later this year.

About Caracal USA:

Caracal USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caracal International and the exclusive importer and manufacturer of Caracal products in the United States. Located in Nampa, Idaho, the new center for state-of-the-art firearms manufacturing and technology, Caracal USA produces high-quality solutions for the commercial, law enforcement, and defense industries.

Association applauds new partnership of Native American Fish & Wildlife Society and IHEA-World

The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies is excited to see the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society (NAFWS) partner with the International Hunter Education Association (IHEA), allowing Native American tribes Americans become certified to teach Hunter Education. This announcement was made last week during the North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference in St. Louis, MO.

“The Association is thrilled to see the inclusion of NAFWS in partnership with the Hunter Education community,” said Curt Melcher, Director of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and president of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. “This new association will provide the opportunity for Native Americans to provide hunter education training to their members and legally participate in hunts around the world.”

This partnership allows NAFWS member tribes to teach Hunter Education and issue valuable official Hunter Education cards that certify new hunters to purchase licenses anywhere in the United States, Mexico, Canada, Australia, South Africa and other IHEA partner countries. -WORLD. Continuing education training for tribal Hunter Educators is now available through IHEA-USA’s Learnhunting.org portal, and Hunter Education classes are expected to launch on tribal lands in the summer of 2023.

“Kwak kway (thank you) to the International Hunter Education Association and the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society for collaborating together to achieve the Hunt Safe Program under the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society,” he stated. Darren Talayumptewa, Hopi Tribe Program Manager. Department of Natural Resources and Southeast Regional Director of the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society. “This program will allow tribes to use their sovereignty to implement the same hunter education curriculum taught within every state hunting and fishing agency; however, it will allow tribes to incorporate their own respective traditional and cultural hunting practices and ethics for our people and the general public. . We look forward to the tribes and state agencies honoring the certification and continuing our collaborative efforts to teach the values ​​and ethics of hunter education to all.”

“At IHEA, we work with partners to create safe, responsible and ethical hunters in the field,” said Alex Baer, ​​CEO of IHEA. “NAFWS has the potential to reach thousands of new students each year with these ideals through this professional relationship. We are excited to work together and appreciate your commitment and contributions to the IHEA-WORLD community.”

About the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society (NAFWS): The Native American Fish and Wildlife Society (NAFWS) is a national tribal organization established informally in the early 1980s. NAFWS was incorporated in 1983 to develop a national communications network for the exchange of information and management techniques related to self-determined management of tribal fish and wildlife.

The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies— the organization representing North America’s fish and wildlife agencies — promotes sound resource management and conservation, and speaks out on important fish and wildlife issues. Found on the web at www.fishwildlife.orgOn Facebook /Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and on twitter @fishwildlife.

Pros® Lithium Trolling Battery packs long-lasting power at 1/3 the size

The Lithium Pros® TM3138-36 38.4V 38Ah Lithium-Ion Trolling Battery takes up ⅓ the space of regular batteries and gives anglers more motor space while reducing weight on their boats. The battery offers 92 minutes of usable power reserve, has a lifespan of over 2,000 charges, and is equipped with an internal battery management system for safe and efficient performance.

The lithium-ion trolling battery measures 13 inches long x 6.8 inches wide x 8.4 inches deep and weighs 32 pounds, yet provides as much trolling power as three lead-acid batteries. 12V BCI Group 27 Acid. That’s 1/3 the space and less than 1/3 the weight of legacy trolling motor power supplies.

Easy to operate while actively fishing, trolling motors are indispensable for quietly accessing shallow fishing spots or maintaining positions in the current. However, powering motors traditionally required bulky, heavy 12V batteries that needed frequent charging and had a limited lifespan.

Lithium ion batteries offer more advantages to boating anglers than lead acid batteries. They are smaller and lighter, charge faster, run longer on a charge, and typically last up to ten years, while lead-acid batteries typically last around three years.

Rated at 38 amp hours or 1459 watt hours, the Lithium Ion Trolling Battery provides 92 minutes of standby power for hours of fishing. The internal battery management system offers built-in protections against over-temperature, over-voltage, over-current and short-circuit conditions.

Built with Lithium Ion Phosphate (LiFePO4) cells tested to the UL1642 standard, Lithium Pros TM series batteries are recommended for inductive motor loads such as trolling motors, electric motors, motive power and other forms of Energy storage. They can be recharged with typical AGM battery chargers.

TM3138-36 Features

  • TM Series Trolling Battery
  • Equivalent to three BCI group 27 12V lead-acid batteries
  • It has a useful life of more than 2,000 charges.
  • Internal battery management system protects against overheat, overvoltage, undervoltage, overcurrent, and short circuit conditions
  • Manufactured with cells that meet the UL1642 standard
  • 1/3 the weight vs. typical fishing boat batteries
  • useful life of 10 years

TM3138-36 Specifications

  • 38.4V
  • 38ah
  • 32 pounds
  • 1459 watt hours
  • 13 inches long x 6.8 inches wide x 8.4 inches deep
  • 92 minute reserve
  • MSRP: $888

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.”

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CCI Blazer Named Most Frequently Purchased Handgun Ammunition Brand by 2022

CCI’s sub-brand, Blazer, was recently named the most frequently purchased firearm ammunition brand in Southwick Associates’ 2022 “Consumer Tracking Study of Hunting and Shooting Gear Purchases and Participation.” The survey Southwick’s Annual Compilation of the comments of more than 9,000 hunters and recreational shooters.

“Once again, CCI is proud of the continued popularity of Blazer Brass centerfire pistol ammunition,” said Nick Sachse, product manager, pistol ammunition. “We continue to push to provide consumers with a quality product that works as well as consumers expect. We are also incredibly pleased to see consumers choose CCI Blazer for their target shooting needs.”

CCI is known for its shotgun shells in popular pistol calibers, along with its Blazer target ammunition and Blazer Brass which includes a new 10mm offering. CCI New Blazer Brass 10mm Auto pushes its 180-grain FMJ bullet quickly for accurate and realistic training. The charges use reliable brass housings and non-corrosive, non-mercuric CCI primers for clean, reliable ignition and consistent ballistics.

“CCI is not only a popular brand for handgun shooters, but CCI also ranked highly in the rifle ammunition and reload component categories,” continued Sachse. “When it comes to target shooting or hunting with pistol or rimfire cartridges, as well as reloader primers – CCI continues to be a top-tier choice for all types of shooting enthusiasts.”

Southwick’s detailed resources illustrate purchasing behaviors such as where consumers shop, brand preferences, and amount spent. For more information on the 2022 report, visit www.southwickassociates.com.

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

Helinox Unveils New Flagship Creative Center in Busan, South Korea

“HCC Busan” designed as a four-story exhibition space offering visitors a Helinox-branded experience that fuses modern design with nature

Helinox, the brand that created the lightweight and portable furniture category, announces the recent opening of its second multi-story creative center, “Helinox Creative Center Busan” (HCC Busan). Busan is the second largest city in South Korea and is known for its beautiful combination of mountains, beaches, temples, and urban design.

The HCC model combines a showroom, a store, a workspace and a brand experience, and is designed to welcome consumers and take them on a journey through the spirit of design, craftsmanship, products and the collaborations that are the foundation of Helinox.

HCC Busan is located on Dalmaji-gil Road, which connects Haeundae and Songjeong, two of the most famous beaches in Korea and both known for their incredible surfing. Reflecting its location, the HCC Busan building was completely remodeled to resemble the waves, adding a modern design to the street and blending with and reflecting the surrounding nature.

“The opening of our new creative center was met with a lot of support and enthusiasm for the brand. I am looking forward to seeing the growing synergy between this new gathering of Helinox and the city of Busan, a city full of vitality with abundant festivals throughout the four seasons and the wonderful scenery created by the sea,” said Young Lah, CEO of Helinox.

Showcasing the full range of Helinox lightweight and portable furniture and accessories, HCC Busan features circular staircases that create a flow between four levels, each purposefully designed so that visitors can enjoy views of the sea, landscape and the environment. The second floor features the outdoor line, including Helinox’s legendary Chair One, the original product that created the portable outdoor furniture category, all crafted from Helinox aluminum alloy that expresses the line’s lightness and strength for brand exteriors. An entire wall of screens will display video content from Helinox, telling stories of the brand, travels, experiences and collaborations. The all-black third floor showcases the Tactical line, products for a variety of environments and applications that reflect military-inspired fashion trends. Finally, the fourth floor features a cafeteria and the Home collection by Helinox, colours, patterns and fabrics that stand out and are ideal for use in daily life, camping, commercial spaces and as design accents.

In addition to displaying products, HCC Busan includes a space for cultural activities and relaxation, including a spacious terrace that opens to the sea, and exhibition spaces for cultural events and temporary shops.

To celebrate the opening of HCC Busan, Helinox collaborated with Hiroshi Fujiwara and fragment design to introduce a new limited edition collection. The opening also featured events for visitors, including HCC Busan Community Day and Cyan Blue: The One.

Learn more about HCC Busan: https://helinox.com/blogs/news/in-store-events

NWTF applauds the reintroduction of RAWA to the Senate

EDGEFIELD, SC — United States Senators Martin Heinrich, DN.M., and Thom Tillis, RN.C., reintroduced the bipartisan Recovering America’s Wildlife Act. This legislation invests in proactive conservation work on the ground led by states, territories, and tribal nations to support the long-term health of fish and wildlife and their habitats throughout the United States. These locally driven, science-based strategies would restore the species most in need of conservation.

“Passage of RAWA would boost conservation of our beloved natural resources on an unprecedented scale,” said NWTF Co-Executive Director Kurt Dyroff. “The NWTF commends Senators Heinrich and Tillis for their bipartisan work and for bringing this important legislation back to the front of Congress, and we look forward to signing this landmark bill into law in the very near future.”

RAWA would amend the Pittman-Robertson Act to direct a guaranteed allocation of nearly $1.4 billion to states and tribes to restore vulnerable species.

After a tremendous multi-year effort in 2022, the American Wildlife Recovery Act came very close to passage, but negotiations for a source of funding fell apart at the last minute. RAWA would supplement existing Pittman-Robertson funding, not replace it, allowing excise tax dollars on firearms, ammunition and archery equipment to remain focused on game conservation, recruitment and access hunters, as well as the development of shooting ranges. In 2021, these taxes generated $1.1 billion for the state’s conservation efforts, maintaining the hunting and hunting community’s status as America’s most hardcore conservation heroes.

Natural resource conservation was one of the biggest winners from the 117th Congress with strong bipartisan support, showing that natural resources and wildlife conservation are unifying issues that bring both sides of the aisle to the table. As the 118th Congress progresses, natural resources remain a rallying point for bipartisan work.

“Over the past several years, the outdoors has proven to be a true unifying force in Congress,” Heinrich said. “I am proud of the momentum and widespread bipartisan support we built with Senator Blunt in the last Congress, and I look forward to doing the same with Senator Tillis as we work to bring this bill to the finish line.

“Without enough resources, state and tribal wildlife agencies have been forced to choose which species are worth saving. Instead of doing the proactive work that is necessary to keep wildlife populations healthy on the front lines, they have been forced to use reactive measures to rescue species after they are listed as threatened or endangered. We urgently need to change this paradigm and save thousands of species with a solution that matches the magnitude of the challenge. The US Wildlife Recovery Act offers us a constructive way forward. RAWA’s approval will mean our grandchildren will be able to experience the same rich and abundant American wildlife, from bumblebees to bison, that we have been fortunate to grow up with.”

Added Tillis: “Congress has a long history of championing conservation efforts across the US to protect our unique landscape and wildlife population. Today, we are facing another crisis with too many fish and wildlife being placed on the endangered species list, negatively impacting businesses, farmers, and landowners. This situation must be avoided at all costs, and RAWA gives state and tribal wildlife commissions the tools to conduct proactive conservation on the ground to prevent endangered species. This is the first step in a long road to building consensus, and I look forward to partnering with Senator Heinrich and my colleagues in Congress to work on this legislation so we can avoid those situations and keep more fish and wildlife off the species list. in danger of extinction. save tens of millions of dollars in compliance costs for Americans and protect our country’s rich natural resources.”

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 NWTFhe anniversary and an opportunity to push the organization’s mission into the future while honoring its rich history. for his 50he 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.

Register now to participate in Wolfson Children’s Hospital’s 34th Annual Bass Tournament

The event, to benefit Wolfson Children’s patients, returns May 18-20, 2023 at City Docks in Palatka, Florida.

The highlight of this year:

  • More than $48,000 in cash prizes will be awarded to competitors from across the Southeast.
  • For $20, anyone can be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a 2023 21′ Model 21XRS Bullet Boat with Trailer, courtesy of Bullet Boats, valued at $78,000 (engine included). All proceeds from the raffle will help fund new technology for the C. Herman and Mary Virginia Terry Heart Institute at Wolfson Children’s Hospital. To enter the Bass Boat Sweepstakes, visit wolfsonbasstournament.com. Ticket sales close on Friday, June 2, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.
  • This year’s Bass Jackpot drawing will be broadcast on Facebook Live on Saturday, June 3 at 11am.
  • The Wolfson Children’s Bass Tournament is one of the largest bass fishing tournaments in Florida and one of the oldest, now in its 34th year.
  • Since the first tournament in 1989, the event has raised more than $6 million for Wolfson Children’s and the patients treated there.

Special events:

  • Thursday May 18: Lads & Lasses Tournament (one male and one female sailor). Docks of the city of Palatka.
  • Friday May 19: VIP & Friends Tournament (pre-fishing sponsor boats). Docks of the city of Palatka.
  • Saturday, May 20: Wolfson Children’s Hospital 34th Annual Bass Tournament. Docks of the city of Palatka.

Register online any time before noon on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. In-person registrations will take place at the Palatka City Docks from 4 am to safe light on the morning of May 18 and 19 and from 3 a.m. tournament. The boats launch into the safe light. The City of Palatka Docks are located at 309 River Street, Palatka, Fla. 32177.

Tournament schedule:

  • Thursday May 18: Weigh-in begins at 3 pm. Lads & Lasses winners announced.
  • Friday May 19: Weigh-in begins at 3 pm. VIP & Friends winners announced.
  • Saturday May 20: Weigh-in begins at 3 pm.
    • Weigh-ins continue in 15-minute increments, staggered by vessel number.
    • After the weigh-in, the winners take the stage to receive prizes and cash prizes.

Visuals and interview opportunities:

  • Participating anglers and passersby enjoying three bass fishing events.
  • Weighing tournament of the participating fishermen.
  • Interviews with Sam Dean and Brian Seay, co-chairs of the Wolfson Children’s Hospital Bass Tournament Committee.
  • Interviews with tournament winners, once announced.

Tournament history:

In 1989, the Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville Plant Facilities Department along with several others organized the Bass Tournament as a way to fund capital improvements and purchase the latest medical technology for Wolfson Children’s, the only children’s hospital in Northeast Florida.

To register for the Wolfson Children’s Hospital Bass Tournament, enter the Bass Sweepstakes or make a donation to the hospital’s mission, visit wolfsonbasstournament.com.

Wolfson Children’s Hospital depends on the generosity of our community members. To support Wolfson Children’s Hospital, visit wolfsonchildrens.com/dar.

About Wolfson Children’s Hospital of Jacksonville
Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida, is part of Baptist Health, the most comprehensive healthcare system in Northeast Florida serving all stages of life. Wolfson Children’s is the only pediatric hospital in Northeast Florida and serves as the pediatric referral center for North Florida, South Georgia and beyond. Staffed 24/7 by pediatric nurses and other health professionals specially trained to work with children, the 276-bed, patient- and family-focused hospital is equipped with the latest technology pediatric physician in a welcoming and child-friendly environment. At Wolfson Children’s, nationally recognized pediatric specialists representing nearly all medical and surgical specialties work with pediatricians to provide care for children of all ages with congenital heart conditions, cancer, neurological disorders, diabetes and endocrinological disorders, orthopedic conditions, behavioral health, traumatic injuries. , and more. Wolfson Children’s collaborates with pediatric organizations, including Nemours Children’s Health, Jacksonville, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburghhe University of Florida College of Medicine—Jacksonville and Mayo Clinic Florida. Wolfson Children’s Hospital, a Magnet™-designated hospital since 2010, has been named among US News & World Report’s Top 50 Hospitals for Children year after year, and in 2021, was selected as one of eight hospitals for children in the country as Leapfrog Top Children’s Hospital, a recognition of quality and patient safety. For additional information, visit wolfsonchildrens.com.

Delta McKenzie Spring Target Specials Now

Delta McKenzie Targets, the leading manufacturer of archery targets, is running their Spring Specials, giving archery enthusiasts a great opportunity to stock up on the best targets on the market.

With the arrival of spring, it is the perfect time for outdoor activities, including archery. Delta McKenzie Targets makes it even easier for archery enthusiasts to enjoy their favorite pastime by offering exclusive deals on their high-quality targets, including the popular Bloodline Buck.

Whether you’re an amateur or professional archer, you’ll find the perfect target to fit your needs on the Delta McKenzie website. Spring Specials include a wide range of targets, from realistic 3D targets, layered broadhead targets to bag targets, all designed to enhance your archery experience.

Delta McKenzie archery targets are renowned for their durability, quality and affordability. Take advantage of these low price deals by visiting the Delta McKenzie Targets website today: www.dmtargets.com

Zermeno, de Jesus win national titles at 2023 JROTC Air Rifle Championships

CAMP PERRY, Ohio – Danjela (Jordan) de Jesus, 17, of the Navy JROTC from Camden County High School in Georgia, is a national champion. At the 2023 JROTC National Three Position Championship, not only did she lead the precision air rifle class, but she finished a perfect run, posting the leading scores in all three phases of the competition series.

“I thought I would do well, but I didn’t give myself any expectations. I didn’t want to let myself down,” he said of Jesus about the match.

The JROTC National Sporter and Precision Air Rifle event for high school athletes was held March 23-25 ​​at the Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center in Ohio. Along with Nationals, the JROTC Championships also included a Postal Match along with Regional Service competitions, all facilitated by the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP).

Dodging disappointment in September 2022, de Jesus was the overall precision contender in the Postal event after dropping just one point to reach an incredible score of 299-29X. He then shot the highest cadet score by an eight-point margin at the February Service Regional Championships with 1290-91X. With his performance, he took first place in the Navy competition by more than 20 points over second place individually.

She admitted that the two qualifying rounds of the JROTC Nationals (with prone, standing and kneeling positions for the record) didn’t go the way she wanted. Despite her struggles, de Jesús narrowly made it to the final final used to determine the overall winners, marking eighth and last place in the firing line.

“I just wanted to get to the final, I knew I could have a good final,” he said of his competitive strategy. “I went in like I had nothing to lose.”

She kept her cool on the line, replaying a song in her mind to help keep her concentration. It was enough to maintain her lead throughout the final, including on the last shot where she hit 10.5 to retain a 0.1 point lead over the second-place athlete, giving her the overall match victory. .

After the final, with a gold medal secured, de Jesús confessed her true feelings, saying with a laugh that she was “relieved. Sweaty. Tired.”

On the sporting side of the JROTC Nationals, senior athlete Samantha Zermeno, 18, of Nation Ford High School Marine Corps JROTC in South Carolina, earned the top of the podium after impressive performances at the JROTC Championships. Like de Jesus, Zermeno led the overall in the Service Championships (by more than 10 points over the closest competitor) as the best cadet in the Marine Corps.

“My whole team and I train for weeks for this, in the morning and in the afternoon. So all I could really do was the best I could, and that’s what I did! she said of the JROTC Championships.

Zermeno had earned the third-highest athlete score during the qualifying round, more than enough to earn him a place in the final. There, he consistently led and maintained a quiet confidence on the line, thanks to the advice of his trainer, Colonel Sean Mulcahy. Mulcahy, who watched his last JROTC Nationals in 2023, with plans to retire at the end of the season, has certainly made a lasting impression on his cadets.

“He taught me and my team something called ‘protective mental thinking,’ where all we tell ourselves down the line is, ‘We’re good shooters, forget the last shot, forget the future shot, focus on the shot. right here and right now. There is nothing you can do with the last shot, but there is something you can do with this shot. Just stay positive and keep telling yourself that you are a good shot. You’ve trained for this,’” Zermeno explained.

After sending his last pellet down, he positioned his monitor so he couldn’t see the score. Although he didn’t know what he had shot, he heard the screams of his teammates as they saw his recorded 9.3 shot to claim the final and, ultimately, the sporting title by a 1.5 margin.

“It was definitely exciting,” he said with a smile.

Next year, she plans to major in IT (information technology) and computer science, hoping to become a programmer. Though her marksmanship career may be over, she has many lasting memories to look back on and look back on with joy.

“I will treasure the years that I have spent here and in this sport,” he said. “I know it will take me throughout my life.”

Zermeno Ford’s Nation went on to top the sports team title for the fifth consecutive year at Nationals, with six total wins in the match. Team members included Zermeno, Kees Vandergriff, Lachlan Harris, and Abril DeCastro.

Also marking a repeat team victory for the sixth straight year was Marine Corps JROTC from Granbury High School of Texas. Team members were Ashton Arlington, Sunnee Schumann, Caroline Martin, and Kameron Wells.

Each team dominated within their classes, with Nation Ford leading by nearly 55 points and Granbury by nearly 20.

East Coweta High School Marine Corps JROTC in Georgia placed second in the precision equipment competition, while Camden County High School Navy JROTC placed third. Navy JROTC programs Zion Benton High School from Illinois and Pascagoula High School from Mississippi placed second and third, respectively, in the team sports event.

Behind Jesus in the precision singles match was Ashton Arlington, 18, of Granbury, in second, while Liv Lusky, 17, of Army JROTC from Lumpkin County High School in Georgia, came in second. third place. In sporter, Christopher Mardones, 18, of Patuxent High School Navy JROTC in Maryland placed second behind Zermeno, with Samuel Nason, 17, of Pascagoula in third.

View a complete list of results from the 2023 JROTC National Championship at https://ct.thecmp.org/2023JROTCNatResults. Match photos are available for free viewing and download at https://cmp1.zenfolio.com/f18494471.

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.

Tigress Outriggers & Gear Deep Drop Bucket Lead Holder

Deep drop is a popular fishing method to reach those opportunistic fish that often find their prey on the ocean floor. Whether you’re looking for a swordfish or trying to find a grouper in the deep, weights are vital to getting your bait to the deeper areas of the water column. Rig logistics can often be tricky when storing weights used for a full day of deep drop. Tigress Outriggers and Gear has developed a solution for protecting boat decks and storage compartments with the Deep Drop Bucket Lead Holder.

Various sizes and lengths of lead weight are used throughout a day of bottom fishing. The Deep Drop Bucket Leash Holder implements up to 14 slot options so anglers can keep their leash organized on and off the boat, regardless of size. Captains and officers know that a five gallon bucket is a necessary tool on board and often ships will have several buckets of this size available for use. Tigress had this in mind with the design of the lead holder, as it fits comfortably in a bucket of this size, making it convenient for the use and transport of lead weights.

When starting a drift over a chosen area of ​​the ocean floor, captains want to lower the bait quickly to allow it to be in the perfect position as the boat moves around the selected location. Lead weights cut through the ocean like a knife and present the bait to the target fish, but sometimes multiple weight options will be necessary depending on ocean conditions. The stronger the current, the more lead is needed. When changing the game plan of the day, the Deep Drop Bucket Lead Holder keeps these weight options organized and conveniently located for quick swapping. Avoid the weights hitting and hitting the boat; Head to Tigress today for the best solution for keeping weights in place for safe, controlled storage that will enhance the next deep-bottom fishing day ahead.

Lead holder for deep drop pan

  • No more banging on your boat deck or storage compartments.
  • Keep deep drop cables organized on and off the boat
  • Store up to 14 lead weights of various sizes and weights
  • Fits most standard 5 gallon buckets
  • Made of high density polyethylene and SS hardware
  • Part # 88448
  • MSRP: $161.99

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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