Author: Adam Back

The new fixed blade SPL pack knife blends seamlessly Features in one package

Ontario Knife Company® (OKC®), the award-winning cutlery manufacturer with over 130 years of experience designing and creating knives for every need, is proud to introduce the new SPL Pack Knife. If you’re looking for the perfect utility knife for every outdoor adventure, this is the one you’ve been waiting for.

With the SPL (Sport Leisure) Pack, OKC set out to design a tool for all types of adventurers. Whether you’re a hunter, hiker, camper, or survivor, you’ll appreciate what this knife has to offer. The 3.9-inch Magnacut blade uses a classic drop point design. It has a thin blade with a full, flat grind that makes it a great blade for slicing and other delicate work, but with enough force for light mincing. Being made of Magnacut, it is corrosion free even in the harshest conditions.

The SPL’s high-visibility orange handle is made from tough G10 that has a slim, comfortable contour and full tang construction. Overall, the SPL is 8 inches in length, making it a compact fixed blade knife with a big knife feel. The orange sheath is designed to snap into the depression in the grip of the handle, so the knife stays in place as you trek across uneven terrain, giving you a little more peace of mind. The holster has molded belt loops for multiple configuration options when attached to a belt, backpack, or other space. This is an American made knife that you will be proud to own. Learn more on the OKC website.

Founded in 1889, the Ontario Knife Company® is an award-winning manufacturer of knives, cutlery and tools that has operated in upstate New York for more than 125 years. OKC® produces a wide range of tools, including cutlery and cookware, hunting and fishing knives, machetes, survival and rescue gear, scientific and medical tools, and tactical knives. OKC has a long tradition of manufacturing knives and tools for the US Army, producing high-quality equipment that has seen continuous service since World War II. In addition to being a major supplier to the US Military, OKC leverages a network of major distributors, dealers, and commercial retailers to sell its products nationally and internationally in more than 35 countries. Jericho® Tool, OKC’s custom manufacturing division, advances capabilities including a broad spectrum of machining, tool and die, and injection molding operations to provide OEM and private label manufacturing services for consumer and industrial goods. Collectively, OKC’s product lines and manufacturing services reach the Housewares, Sporting Goods, Tactical, Security, Police and First Responder, Educational, Scientific and Medical, and Industrial and Agricultural industries.

For more information about the Ontario Knife Company and its industry-leading line of advanced knives, machetes, sharps, and specialty tools, contact the Ontario Knife Company at PO Box 145-26 Empire Street Franklinville, NY 14737 Phone (716) 676-5527 · Or visit www.ontarioknife.com. Ontario Knife Company is a subsidiary of publicly traded Servotronics, Inc. (NYSE MKT – SVT).

CAMP PERRY, Ohio – The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) long-range national series will launch again from July 31 to August 5, 2023, highlighted by a new event. For the first time, the 2023 calendar will include a Midrange 3×600 Game: 20 slow prone shots from 600 yards in 22-minute block times. The addition is just the beginning of CMP’s mid-range offerings, with more planned to roll out in the near future.

Open to competitors of any experience level, the CMP National Long Range Series features 10 individual and team events in the Service, Match and Palma rifle classes at Camp Perry’s 1,000-yard Viale Range. Matches are open to the Match Rifle, Service Rifle, Palma, F-Open, FT/R, or AR Tactical categories. Awards will be given to overall competitors in each rifle class during their respective competitions, along with overall aggregate awards to leading individuals throughout the Long Range series. The National Long Range series is part of CMP’s annual National Matches, which are held in Camp Perry, Ohio.

Other events and shooting courses include:

• Viale Memorial, Critchfield, Henry Memorial, Kerr Memorial, McMaken & Speaks Memorial, Baesel Memorial individual games: record 20 slow shots in 30 minutes at 1,000 yards
• Bataan Memorial 4-Man Tag Team Match – 20 prone slow shots per member at 1,000 yards
• Winder Memorial Iron 4 Man Team Match – Record 20 shots per team member in 47 minutes from 1,000 yards
• Camp Perry Palm Party – Record 15 shots at 800, 900 and 1000 yards, in a 22-minute block time on each shooting line

See the CMP High Powered Rifle Competition Rules (2023) at https://thecmp.org/competitions/cmp-competitions-rulebooks/. For additional information on CMP National Long Range Matches and to register, visit https://thecmp.org/cmp-matches/national-long-range-matches/ or contact CMP’s Sara Rozanski at srozanski@thecmp. org.

About Camp Perry National Matches:

Held at the Camp Perry National Guard Training Center in Ohio since 1907, the National Pistol and Rifle Trophy is comprised of celebrated traditional competitions along with modern additions. Small arms shooting schools guide new and experienced individuals in safety and fundamentals within the pistol, rifle and small-bore rifle disciplines, while other beginner and advanced courses train many others in marksmanship.

The National Match schedule also includes CMP National Air Gun Matches, National Game Matches, Small Bore National Matches and Long Range National Matches. Additionally, the event is home to Commercial Row, where industry vendors provide a variety of supplies and other necessities, available for purchase. Competitors and guests of all ages and experience levels are welcome to watch all the festivities, free of charge!

National Parties are run by a partnership between the CMP and the Ohio National Guard. Learn more by visiting the CMP website at https://thecmp.org/cmp-national-matches/.

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.

Job Description – Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation

Job Title: Foundation Director

Location: Remote, contiguous United States

Full Time Position, Salary: $80K – $90K a year with competitive benefits

Reports to the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation Board of Directors

The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF) is seeking a visionary non-profit business leader trained to drive organizational success.

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. 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.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Executive Leadership and Organizational Management

Provide thoughtful and visionary executive leadership that is inclusive, transparent and empowering in a way that supports and guides the mission of the organization as defined by the Board of Directors. The Foundation and Programs have collective revenues in excess of $4 million and 17 employees scattered throughout the United States with corporate headquarters in San Antonio, Texas. A successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Foundation and ensure the overall success of its long-term operations and the success of its mission. The Foundation Director will interact regularly with the National Directors of the programs to ensure that critical administrative support is adequate. They will evolve the strategic plan and drive its implementation. A successful candidate will have the skills to manage and motivate foundation staff, overseeing processes such as human resources, ongoing staff development, performance management, compensation and benefits. The person will have general responsibility for the administrative management of the Foundation and two direct administrative subordinates. The Foundation Director will work alongside two National Directors and support critical administrative support functions for SCTP and SASP.

Board Governance

• Maintain regular and ongoing communication to build a supportive relationship with the Board.
• Communicate effectively with the Board by providing members with all the information necessary to make informed decisions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Attend all Board meetings and provide reports and updates on staffing, as well as project schedules and organizational progress.
• Implement Board policies and procedures.
• Inform the Board and its committees of any risks, problems and successes.

Oversight of development and fundraising

• Drive donor development through relationship building and fundraising in collaboration with National Directors, leveraging the Board as needed. Work with fundraising providers to ensure success
• Ensure collaboration with National Directors and the Board to ensure the financial stability and sustainability of the organization by maintaining healthy cash flow and adequate reserves.

Administration and financial management responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and hands-on management for the Foundation and work closely with Country Directors to ensure that the organization’s critical administrative and operational functions are in accordance with the mission, objectives and policies.
• Direct resources wisely and manage all finances within budget guidelines and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Oversee the board-approved budget and collaborate on day-to-day financial operations to ensure maximum utilization of resources and optimal financial positioning for the organization.
• Build and manage the organization’s budget. Work with the National Directors on the SCTP and SASP budgets and finalize with the approval of the Board of Directors.
• Oversee any external accounting and auditing resources and coordinate as necessary with Country Directors.
• Support the operations of the Foundation Board and designated Board committee; Develop agendas, related documentation, and minutes for meetings.
• Develops, recommends, and administers policies, procedures, and processes in support of the Foundation’s goals and operations, in accordance with applicable legal parameters, and implements and monitors compliance with approved policies, procedures, and processes.
• Oversee contracts and due diligence for all critical suppliers.
• Ensure high visibility to potential donors and the public and generate interest in committed philanthropy.
• Manage all aspects of marketing and public relations for the Foundation and coordinate and assist with the same for the programs.

RATINGS:

Candidates may come from non-profit organizations, foundations, governments, academics or other complementary industry backgrounds and must possess the following:

• 7-10 years serving in a significant strategic nonprofit role desired or a Master’s degree in any of the following fields is preferred: business administration, nonprofit management, finance, marketing, and communications.
• Five years of prior experience as a senior leader or executive with an emphasis in operations, finance, and people management.
• Strong business and financial acumen for working with audit firms for annual audits and 990 preparation and a track record of visionary leadership at a senior level.
• Proven experience working and leading a nonprofit board and working with diverse groups of people, including board members, employees, and donors.
• Familiarity with various business functions such as public relations, human resources, marketing, risk management, compliance, grant writing and fundraising, etc.
• Excellent written, oral and public speaking skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with strong interpersonal and multidisciplinary project management skills.
• Desire to explore innovative approaches and new ideas to solve problems.
• Experience in issues relevant to the organization within the area of ​​youth shooting sports is an asset.
• Strength in the interpretation and application of applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• The position requires some travel, as well as some nights and weekends for board meetings and special events.
• Proficiency in the use of QuickBooks and Excel, and the rest of the Microsoft Office Suite is essential.

HOW TO APPLY:

For immediate consideration, please send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements in PDF format to the Chairman of the Board, Ed Fitzgerald at [email protected] Attention: Ed Fitzgerald, Chairman of the SSSF Board.

Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue confidentially until a candidate is selected.

The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity and equity in all facets of the organization’s work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected class.

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).

THE MOST INNOVATIVE BOX CALL ON THE MARKET TODAY

Of all the turkey calls that have been invented, none have been more effective in putting birds to the ground than the box call. In 2019, Cutting Edge Game Calls took the simple box to the next level with 4-Play, heralded as the most innovative box call “we’ve ever seen” by the NRA’s American Hunter magazine. Turkey hunters around the world, however, are about to see box-call innovation taken to the next level with the introduction of the hottest new box-call on the market today.

Here comes “The Beam”.

“The Rafter is a fresh take on our original 4-Play Turkey Call design,” says Brian Benolken, owner of Cutting Edge. “We have been able to redesign the original call body to include one side capable of creating a deeper tone while keeping the other side capable of creating a higher tone. This has resulted in a call with an even broader spectrum of tones and pitches. The Rafter will be offered in all the same wood options as our original call.

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EDGEFIELD, SC — The success of any organization begins with leadership, and the success of the National Wild Turkey Federation is made possible in part by its volunteer-run National Board of Directors. Focused on the mission of the NWTF, setting goals and objectives for the organization and working on strategy and planning, the national board guides the delivery of the future mission.

The NWTF welcomed its new board members in 2023 and thanked those who continue to serve on its National Board of Directors. Six members were elected to serve on the board for three-year terms beginning in 2023. Marc Brinkmeyer, Parks Shackelford (Vice Chairman) and Bryan Perry (National President) were re-elected. Additionally, Craig Harris and Joe Shults were chosen to serve.

Sadly, Robert Higginbotham, a long-serving board member and former national president who was re-elected to the board in February, passed away in early March after a long illness. Higginbotham’s position may be filled as determined by the board of directors.

bryan perry

Zebulon, North Carolina

Bryan Perry currently serves as Chairman of the NWTF National Board of Directors and is Chairman of the Board of the Executive and Strategic Planning Committees. He previously served as vice president and secretary of the national board and has served on various committees to help steer the future of the NWTF.

Prior to his election to the National Board of Directors in 2014, Perry served 10 years on the North Carolina State Board, leading as chapter president for four of those years. As a dedicated and active NWTF volunteer for more than 25 years, Perry won the NWTF Roger M. Latham Sportsman Wild Turkey Service Award in 2012 as a vital volunteer who has made significant contributions to wild turkey conservation. He was a founding member of his local Franklin County Longbeards chapter in Louisburg, North Carolina, where he continues to be involved in chapter activities.

Shackelford Parks

Arlington, Virginia

Parks Shackelford grew up on a farm in rural Louisiana and moved to Virginia about 30 years ago. He is a lifelong avid hunter and fisherman and is a Guardian Life patron. Shackelford is completing his fourth term on the NWTF National Board and has participated in all board meetings. He has served as Chairman of the Constitution and Bylaws Committee, Chairman of the Audit and Risk Management Committee, as Secretary, and is currently Vice Chairman of the Board. He has been active on governance, conservation and hunting heritage issues and has a particular interest in the NWTF partnering with other entities to leverage and multiply our organization’s dollars to increase our members’ return on investment. Shackelford is a member of numerous conservation organizations and his local gun club.

Mark Brinkmeyer

Sandpoint, Idaho

Marc Brinkmeyer is the owner and CEO of the Idaho Forest Group, one of the largest lumber producers in the United States. Since its inception, IFG has been the largest lumber producer in the Intermountain West, producing more than 1.2 billion board feet annually.

Born and raised as a fifth-generation Iowa farmer, Brinkmeyer graduated from Buena Vista University with a bachelor’s degree in finance in 1968. He began his career at Arthur Anderson and Company, before becoming chief financial officer and a member of the board of directors of the brand. -S Corporation

Brinkmeyer has decades of involvement with conservation and industry organizations. He has served as president and committee chair of the Softwood Lumber Association, American Wood Council, and Western Wood Products Association. He is a member of the Lakes Commission, appointed by the governor of Idaho, and has served as the US delegate to the International European Softwood Lumber Conference.

He is an accomplished business leader, a champion of education and innovation, and a longtime philanthropist. His commitment to education includes funding wood products research with MIT and LSU. Brinkmeyer is a member of Boone and Crockett and the National Wild Turkey Federation, and sponsors both organizations’ memberships with the Western Governors Association. He and his wife, Vicki, have two children and are active in supporting their communities and regions where IFG is located.

craig harris

Eufaula, Alabama

Craig Harris has been a dedicated NWTF volunteer since 1989. He has been a founding member of two local chapters and has been the Barbour County chapter president and banquet chair since 1996. Harris has served on the board of directors for the state chapter of Alabama for 22 years, serving two terms each of the following offices: secretary, treasurer, and vice president. He is currently serving in his second term as state chapter president. During his time as president, Alabama has been a national leader in fundraising. Nationally, he currently serves on the Super Fund task force. Representing the NWTF, Harris has worked on the Alabama Governor’s One-Shot Turkey Hunt since its inception in 2002.

Harris recently retired from the Southern Company after 38 1/2 years of service. He held various positions over the years in engineering, marketing and operations. For the last 10 years of his career, he served as the distribution support manager for Alabama Power’s Southeast Division.

Joe E Shults

Newport, Tennessee

Joe Shults has served on the Tennessee State Chapter Board of Directors for 21 years. During that term, he was vice president for nine years under two different presidents and served two terms as state chapter president. Shults was a founding member of the Smoky Mountain Chapter, as well as a founding member of the French Broad River Longbeards, where he served as chapter president for nine years and currently serves as chapter treasurer.

He has been the owner and CEO of Joe’s Sporting Goods for 30 years and has also worked as an affiliated real estate broker for 16 years and as a real estate appraiser for 15 years. Shults is also the co-owner and co-founder of The Rival, a digital hunting show. He was also the co-owner/founder of Elev8 Marketing, an advertising company for which he was the company’s CFO.

Current National Board of Directors:

Harlan Starr – President
Bryan Perry – President
Shackelford Parks – Vice President
Ronnie Reagin – Treasurer
Phil Savage – Secretary
david baron
Mark Brinkmeyer
richard childress
Ray “Bear” Davidson
Linda Demmer
Dr Robert Dettmer
dal dyches
craig harris
chris hinkle
ben noble
marcia polhamus
joe shults

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.

WHITE SULFUR SPRINGS, West Virginia — A new adventure comes to The Greenbrier resort this fall with the inaugural Wild & Wonderful Hunting, Fishing and Conservation Expo. The event will take place September 22-25, 2023, at America’s 11,000-acre Resort, as well as the 20,000-acre Stoney Brook Plantation winged shooting range in Gap Mills, West Virginia.

Your organization is invited to learn more about the event at the Wild & Wonderful Game, Fish and Conservation Expo Media Day on April 20.

The day will begin at 11 am, at Kate’s Mountain Lodge, located across from The Greenbrier’s main entrance on Kate’s Mountain Road. The media will depart from that place to take a tour of some of the facilities and activities that will be included in this wonderful event.

The tour will be complete by 12:45 p.m., just in time for a press conference, which begins at Kate’s Mountain Lodge at 1 p.m. The media will hear from the organizers of the event, as well as various organizations that will play a key role in the expo inauguration and learn more about everything that will happen during this one-of-a-kind outdoor event.

For over a century, The Greenbrier has been known as a sportsman’s paradise. With a stunning property nestled in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia, the resort features the topography, water, and wildlife that nature lovers around the world seek.

Fishing, bird hunting, archery, skeet and skeet shooting, sporting clays, off-road driving and falconry are just a sampling of the outdoor offerings presented daily for guests of The Greenbrier, along with over 50 other indoor and outdoor activities.

For the first time, The Greenbrier is bringing together nature lovers from all locations and disciplines along with outfitters to experience this incredible resort and learn more about the hunting, fishing and conservation opportunities available to enthusiasts of all stripes. While some of the exhibits will be contained indoors, the goal is to utilize the entire property and the great outdoors, which we all treasure.

We look forward to seeing you at our Media Day on April 20. Please RSVP to [email protected] by April 10, so we can have a firm tally of the numbers for transportation, seating, and food.

Colt’s Manufacturing introduced its newest snake pistol, the King Cobra Target 22 LR, at the National Rifle Association annual meetings. This baby Cobra excels at everything from competition to plinking to small game.

Exceptionally solid and all-American built, the King Cobra Target 22 LR was designed and made for shooting, a lot! Expect to see these revolvers in the many formal and informal rimfire competitions at gun clubs across the country. Don’t be surprised when the winners of these contests use the King Cobra Target 22 LR.

The King Cobra Target 22 LR packs 10 rounds into its cylinder so shooters can get plenty of fire between reloads. The one-piece stainless steel barrel is built for maximum precision and longevity, with US-forged stainless steel construction. The King Cobra features 1:16RH twist, optimal for 22 LRs, and is available in a 4 or 6 inch model.

The new King Cobra Target 22 LR is fun and comfortable to shoot. Hogue over molded rubber grips finger grooves for better grip and retention. Not to mention, the rubberized grips also provide additional comfort when shooting. Additionally, an adjustable rear sight is combined with a fiber optic front sight for quick target acquisition in low light conditions.

“Shooting 22LR is a very important part of sport shooting. It is where we come to learn as beginners; and where we return as seasoned shooters to profitably enjoy more time on the range. We’re sure Colt fans new and old will love what we’ve done with the new King Cobra in 22 LR.” said Justin Baldini, vice president of product strategy, Colt CZ-USA.

Colt King Cobra Target .22 LR Specs:

• Caliber: 22LR
• Capacity: 10 Rounds
• Structure: forged stainless steel.
• Sights: adjustable rear, fiber optic front
• Grips: Hogue overmolded rubber
• Barrel: 4 inches or 6 inches
• MSRP: $999.00

Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC (www.colt.com) is among the world’s leading designers, developers and manufacturers of firearms. Founded by Samuel Colt in 1836, Colt’s Manufacturing has supplied civilian, military and law enforcement customers in the United States and abroad for more than 185 years. Colt operates its manufacturing facility in West Hartford, Conn.

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Designed as the ultimate high-performance long-range riflescope, the SPECTRA 6X 4.5-27x50i SFP from German Precision Optics (GPO) has been built to provide superior performance for those who hunt in environments where shooting at distances is often required. extended.

“The SPECTRA™ 6X 4.5-27x50i 2nd Focal Plane is our ultimate long-range hunting scope,” said Michael Jensen, GPO, Owner & CEO USA. “It has all the bells and whistles shooters and hunters need. more discerning desires in a second focal plane design. And while the quality and features match or exceed those of more expensive brands, it comes at a very affordable price.” With a second focal plane scope, the reticle is positioned behind the magnifying lenses in the erector tube assembly, and the reticle remains the same size as the scope’s variable power is increased or decreased, forming a ballistic reticle of fine subtension with a micro illuminated center. -point for longer shots.

The SPECTRA™ 4.5-27x50i SFP’s large 50mm objective lens system puts a lot of light to your eye, while the 4.5-27X variable power range gives you ample magnification for both close-up and close-up shots. long-range. Add in the patented iCONTROL™ microdot illumination and shot placement on dark targets will make you a believer. This scope comes standard with DoubleHD™ objective lens technology with fully multi-coated lenses, iCONTROL illumination, PASSIONtrac™ ZERO-STOP-LOCK turrets to aid in your shooting scenario. Turrets provide +/- 30 inches/MOA of range of adjustment at 100 yards. The new features of the SFP SPECTRA 6X 4.5-27x50i:

• Shiny GPOs: A proprietary coating process that maximizes light transmission through every surface of an optical element. When light strikes an optical surface, regular uncoated high-performance glass can reflect up to 5 percent of that light, redirecting this light from being transmitted through the optical system. However, when these high performance lenses are vacuum coated with GPObright lens coatings, up to 99.7 percent of the available light passes through each optical surface. Also, when all surfaces of the entire optical system are properly coated, total light transmission can be up to over 92 percent, making the optical image from a GPO binocular or telescopic sight “bright,” even in the lowest light conditions.
• HD Dual Objective Lens Technology: This is the final product, created when multiple extra-low dispersion lenses are chemically laminated to make a single high-performance multi-coated optical lens. Multi-lens lamination minimizes light reflection off the multi-lens surface, creates images of enhanced resolution and color contrast, and minimizes chromatic aberrations. This benefit is clearly visible with all GPO products that support this feature. This high performance process is commonly found in the photographic market and with the highest quality photographic lens manufacturers, but has now made its way into premium sports optics.
• iControl Lighting: This ensures that users always have a charged battery by automatically turning off the lighting when the electronic module has been immobile for more than 3 hours, and alerts users when the battery has only 15 percent life remaining.

This scope is constructed from a one-piece 30mm nitrogen-filled anodized aluminum main tube that has zero-stop locking turrets, precise ¼ MOA click adjustments, CCW click rotation, removable magnification lever, adjustment third tower parallax, fast focus eyepiece, and multi-rotation engraving. It will be available Spring 2023 for a suggested retail price of $1,249.99.

All GPO products are backed by the industry’s best lifetime warranty and service, GPO’s exclusive Spectacular Lifetime Warranty™. The SPECTRA 4.5-27x50i SFP comes with a cleaning cloth, clear eyepiece and objective caps, and a CR2032 battery. More information is available at www.gpo-usa.com or by calling 844-MY BINOS (844-692-4667).

About GPO USA
GPO USA, an American company, was founded on the premise that design, engineering, and quality control can be done 100% in Germany to their highest standards, but products can be assembled in some of the world’s largest facilities. largest production in the world. This unique production process allows GPO to offer the highest quality products with better features at a significantly better price. GPO USA is confident that its products will not only perform perfectly, but will always exceed its customers’ expectations. Therefore, GPO USA has created an industry-leading Spectacular Lifetime Warranty™. With exceptional professional service, GPO USA will take care of your products before, during and after the purchase at no charge, EVER. Founded in 2016, GPO USA is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. For more information about GPO USA, visit www.gpo-usa.com or call 844-MY BINOS (844-692-4667).

HAWKE ADDS STRAIGHT EYEPIECE MODEL TO NATURE-TREK LINE OF COMPACT LENSES

Hawke® Optics, a world leader in quality sports optics that performs outstandingly in the field and maintains optimal value for the consumer, has added a highly desired straight-eye spotting scope to its Nature-Trek line for 2023.

The Nature-Trek family of spotting scopes offers exceptional optical performance in a modern, lightweight, waterproof design. A fully multi-coated optical system combined with BAK-4 Porro prisms produces extremely clear and sharp images. Ultra-compact 56mm models feature barrel focus, and the ever-popular 9-27×56 angled eyepiece is now accompanied by a 13-39×56 straight eyepiece. Both models are supplied with a fixed neoprene case and the new straight model includes Hawke’s recently launched window mount.

The new Nature-Trek 13-39×56 Compact Spotting Scope features a barrel focus with a twist-up rubber eyepiece, delivering 39x magnification in a scope the size of your hand. The magnifying ring is rubberized and the spotter has a tripod attachment point on the bottom. The Window Mount attaches directly to the docking point and is an easy-to-use option that helps you better view your subjects from the comfort of your vehicle. The straight eyepiece is also an advantage for hunting blindfolded or in any sitting position, spotter and shooter situations, and a great addition to your scope day bag.

Hawke’s No-Fault Lifetime Warranty applies to their spotting scopes, so while they are confident in their durability and quality, you’ll always have peace of mind with their optics! The spotter is also nitrogen purged and waterproof and fogproof. Weighing just slightly heavier than its angled companion at 33.3 oz, it’s extremely compact and ideal for slipping into a backpack or glove box and becomes a top choice on long hikes or hunts. At an MSRP of $349, the new Nature-Trek Straight Window Mount Spotting Scope is an affordable, compact and clear choice for hunters looking for an ultra-compact spotting scope.

About Hawke
#VISION ACCOMPLISHED. Hawke is a global market leader at the forefront of optical performance with class-leading innovation and design offering a complete line of sporting optics from rifle, crossbow, shotgun and air pistol scopes to binoculars, spotting scopes and accessories. Accuracy, strength and precision; Hawke optics combine iconic design, exceptional engineering, and unmatched craftsmanship to create an unforgettable viewing experience. As awareness of Hawke Sport Optics grows, more customers trust Hawke as the undisputed industry leader in optics. Learn more at www.hawkeoptics.com.

EDGEFIELD, SC — In honor of the 50th anniversary of the National Wild Turkey Federation, the South Carolina Senate recognized the conservation organization’s accomplishments through a recently introduced resolution.

“As the National Wild Turkey Federation celebrates its 50th^he Anniversary, the NWTF South Carolina State Board of Directors is extremely appreciative that the South Carolina Senate and House of Representatives recognize the significant accomplishments of this organization by passing resolutions celebrating this anniversary,” said Larry Deas, president of the NWTF. NWTF South Carolina Board of Directors. .

The resolution is a significant recognition of the NWTF’s unwavering commitment to conserving wild turkeys and protecting hunting traditions. As part of this recognition, South Carolina Senator J. Thomas McElveen III will attend the Palmetto Sportsman’s Classic to sign and file SB 561.

The presentation is scheduled for Friday, March 24 at 1 pm and will take place during the Athlete’s Classic at the NWTF South Carolina State Chapter tent, weather permitting. In case of bad weather, the presentation will be moved to stands 228 and 229 inside the Cantey Building.

“A special thank you to Sens. Massey, McElveen, Young, Campsen, Cromer, Goldfinch, Hutto, Setzler, and Rep. Hixon and 123 other members of the House for cosponsoring these resolutions,” Deas said.

Although the NWTF was established 50 years ago in Virginia, that same year it moved its headquarters to Edgefield, South Carolina, and has remained there ever since. The NWTF’s mission encompasses conservation efforts across the country, and a substantial portion of the funds raised in South Carolina go to local initiatives selected by the South Carolina state chapter board.

“While our tasks and tactics have changed over these 50 years, our mission of conserving wild turkey and preserving our hunting heritage has not changed,” Deas said. “The NWTF has been responsible for conserving or enhancing more than 22 million acres of wildlife habitat, an area larger than South Carolina, since its inception. And since 2012, the NWTF has opened up access to more than 700,000 acres for hunting and recreation, and has recruited more than 1.5 million hunters. The NWTF South Carolina State Board of Directors has a strong working relationship with the USDA Forest Service, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, and the South Carolina legislature, and regularly works closely with these and other associated organizations”.

The NWTF’s commitment to habitat enhancement and conservation, as well as its focus on public access to protected lands, demonstrates dedication to its mission and to communities across the country.

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.