Bear Forest Knives have been hard at work and are pleased to announce the restocking of their popular bushcraft knife, The Simple (1/16”). There is nothing simpler than a 4-inch handle and a 4-inch long blade. This Simple has the same size proportions as its two brothers, with an overall length of 8 inches but with a thinner blade.
Outdoorsmen and women alike will appreciate the ultra-light 3 oz. (5.5 oz. with KYDEX® sheath) knife if gear weight is an issue, especially on a strenuous hike. The thin design has some distinctive advantages, especially in the slicing category, which is inherently noticeable with the first slice of crispy carrots, potatoes, and that roasted sirloin steak for the Dutch oven pot roast.
The true Scandi zero is a woodcarver’s delight. Whether removing large amounts of material with a power outage or extracting controlled thin wood chips from a hand carved gnome, the real zero Scandi delivers! Compensation?
Toughness has less to do with thickness and more to do with heat treatment and steel. Bear Forest Knives uses 52100 high carbon steel for edge holding power and ease of sharpening, with a Rockwell hardness of 58 to 59. The thinnest Simple has Bear Forest Knives’ signature acid wash which provides a rustic appearance only. nice leaf finish. The comfortable handle is available in attractive natural and green micarta.
The Simple (1/16”) is ready to be a constant companion on your next hike, sleepover, or roasting marshmallows and hot dogs in the backyard.
Characteristics
Overall Length: 8″
Blade Length: 4″
Thickness: .06” (1/16”)
Steel: 52100 high carbon steel
90 degree spine
Grind: True Zero Scandi
Finish: Rock Tumbled Acid Wash
Handle Scales: Micarta Canvas Natural/Green
Sheath: Black KYDEX® (.080)
Made in the USA
MSRP: $119.99+
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Hobie® Eyewear will attend the 53rd annual Bassmaster Classic, the world’s most prestigious professional bass tournament, in Knoxville, Tennessee, with competition on the Tennessee River. Qualified anglers will compete over three days for the oldest championship in professional bass fishing.
The 2023 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic Presented by Toyota will return to the Tennessee River, March 24-26, with launches from Volunteer Landing in downtown Knoxville. Daily weigh-ins will take place at the Thompson-Boling Arena on the University of Tennessee campus. The fan-favorite Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo will take place Friday through Sunday at the Knoxville Convention Center and adjacent World’s Fair Exhibition Hall.
Bassmaster Classic attendees will have direct access to the world leader in polarized sunglasses, Hobie® Eyewear. Consumers can purchase sunglasses at a special price at booth #4211 on levels 2 and 3. Hobie® Eyewear representatives will help people select the right sunglasses to get the most out of their outdoor experiences free.
In addition to showcasing the latest Hobie products and speaking with factory experts, the booth will have many other activities. An appearance by 2-time Bassmaster Classic Champion Hank Cherry is scheduled for Friday, March 24 at 2:00 pm.
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Part of the Hunt Club children’s book series, “Hide and Seek” is a wholesome yet exciting book for children who love hunting and outdoor adventures.
After experiencing success with his first book, “Birthday Buck,” Alabama author, pastor, and avid outdoorsman Dr. Jimmy Tidmore is releasing the second book in his Hunt Club Kids book series.
“Hide and Seek” is the story of a boy named Wyatt, his dog, and his hunt to prove the existence of a giant white-tailed deer. However, the stakes are much higher than finding the big money. Making his father believe may be Wyatt’s only chance to rekindle his father’s lost love of hunting. This book offers the thrill of adventure while teaching children some valuable life lessons.
“Hide and Seek” is another wholesome, family-friendly, yet exciting adventure with several unexpected twists. It will keep kids excitedly turning the pages, eager to find out what’s next, while teaching them timeless lessons about life, family, and friendship.
Tidmore is a husband, father, and pastor serving a small church in Huntsville, Alabama. He and his son, Jet, enjoy a variety of outdoor adventures together that serve as the foundation and inspiration for The Hunt Club Kids Series.
“I have been pleasantly surprised by the enthusiasm people have shown for ‘birthday buck.’ It has exceeded my expectations, and I am truly grateful and humbled by the reception it has received,” says Tidmore.
“My goal for the second book, like the first, is to help kids who love the outdoors learn to love reading, too,” says Tidmore. “That’s why I try to make books not only family-friendly and wholesome, but also fun and exciting. That being said, I am also writing these books as my contribution to the ongoing and much-needed work of recruiting the next generation of outdoor men and women. Because if we don’t get the next generation excited about hunting, it may not be an option for them for years to come.”
He says the next book in the series will be about turkey hunting and will feature another from The Hunt Club Kids we already know and love as the main character.
For more information on The Hunt Club Kids children’s book series, visit www.huntclubkids.com.
remington ammunitionis proud to announce that Madison Sharpe of Team Remington won 1street place in the Women’s Division of the Seminole Cup Main Event during the 30he Anniversary of the Seminole Cup Sporting Clays Championship in Woodbine, Georgia, March 1-5, 2023.
In addition to her HOA finish in the Women’s Division Main Event, Sharpe also took home 1street place of honor in the ladies’ 5-tribune division and runner-up in the ladies’ FITASC event.
“Madison’s performance in these clay skeet tournaments is amazing,” said Mike Hampton, Remington team manager. “She has been a great addition to the team and she continues to take great strides to show why Big Green offers the best of the best in ammunition performance. We are proud of Madison and all of the accomplishments and commanding performances of the Remington team, and we look forward to seeing what the rest of the 2023 competition shooting circuit has to offer.”
The Seminole Cup began 30 years ago as a Seminole Gunworks promotion at a small gun club in Florida. The event is now held at Broadfield Plantation, Sea Island’s 5,800-acre Sporting Club and Lodge. Broadfield opens its gates once a year for this major clay court sporting event. The Seminole Cup is also known as the Sea Island Sporting Classic.
Team Remington is comprised of an accomplished list of top shooters who continue to compete with the world’s best in trap, skeet, and sport clay competition nationally and internationally. Using Remington Premier STS Target Loads, Team Remington shooters continue to rack up podium finishes and represent Big Green against the best shooters in the world.
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The CMP Board of Directors is currently comprised of 9 individuals who share the same common interest: advancing marksmanship in the United States through safety opportunities, competitions, and programs. While their goals are mutual, they come from a variety of backgrounds, bringing with them their own unique experiences for the betterment of the organization. Here, we learn a little more about the people who are helping to lead CMP into the future.
Lt. Gen. Gary H. Cheek, US Army (Retired)
Native city:
Mount Dora, Florida, although I currently reside in Pooler, Georgia.
How did you initially hear about the CMP?
I first learned about the Civilian Marksmanship Program while serving in the Pentagon as Director of the Army General Staff. Jerry O’Keefe was the Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army, and the Civilian Marksmanship Program was one of the activities we discussed from time to time.
Why did you decide to join the CMP Board?
I was hired to oversee the Civilian Marksmanship Program Scholarship Program. I was the Director of the Bass Military Scholarship Program at Vanderbilt University, so the scholarship program was a good fit and an opportunity for me to continue serving.
What do you hope to achieve as a member of the CMP Board?
I really enjoy the teamwork on our board of directors and the positive interaction we have with the staff. It is my hope to help the organization make sound strategic decisions that will expand our reach and mission for many years to come.
What are some of your hobbies: exercise, movies, knitting, favorite sports teams, etc.?
I like to play golf and exercise. My wife and I own an RV and love to travel across the United States with our German Shorthaired Pointer, Nash. I enjoy college sports, especially the teams from the United States Military Academy at West Point (Go Army!).
What is a life motto you like to live by?
I’d say the golden rule is one I try to follow, but here’s one that has served me well: “A closed mind is the first sign of senility.”
Are there additional things we should know about you, something that is important to you, or something that you feel defines or has shaped who you are?
I have been blessed to serve 38 years in the US Army. I have learned so much from so many great people and have loved the challenges of military life. It disciplined me to learn the standards expected of me and then live up to them.
Biography:
Lt. Gen. Gary H. Cheek, US Army (Retired), (Treasurer) is a 38-year veteran of the United States Army. Notable assignments for him in the Army included Director of the Army Staff at the Pentagon, Deputy Commanding General, US Army Central Command, and as a brigade commander in Afghanistan. After his military career, General Cheek served as the inaugural director of the Bass Military Scholars program at Vanderbilt University. General Cheek is a graduate of the United States Military Academy, the School of Advanced Military Studies, the Army War College, and the United States Army Airborne and Ranger schools. The Civilian Marksmanship Program’s focus on youth was a natural connection for General Cheek and he is honored to serve on the Board of Directors.
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.
Nomad’s Killin’ Time Turkey Vest is leading the way with innovative and useful features that provide turkey hunters with a convenient, results-oriented system to maximize their chances for success throughout the season.
The Killin’ Time Turkey Vest will undoubtedly be on every turkey hunting fan’s wish list this spring. Offering twenty-eight general and specialized pockets, the Killin’ Time Turkey Vest provides an unlimited amount of closed, quiet, and secure storage for a hunt. Turkeys keen eyesight requires stealth to be successful in turkey woods, and a lot of equipment must stay close by for easy access and less movement. The stow pocket design offers tactical placement to provide hunters with effortless access to their gear. There are specialized pockets for a Thermacell® to help ward off warm weather bugs, a dedicated external long vertical snare call storage pocket with a chalk bag and locator holster, and mesh storage pockets for four snare calls. mouth. Additional storage at the rear of the vest provides an adjustable game bag and space for lures and accessories, including a dedicated spot for lure stakes.
The Killin’ Time Turkey Vest prepares hunters for whatever the turkey forest has to offer. Some turkey hunts require a run and gun style setup to chase the sounds of a Tom firing a loud gobble back to a first light call. On other days, a hunter may squeeze to the edge of the field under a tree while the long beard goes on a rope. No matter the situation, the Killin’ Time Turkey Vest offers a convenient setup. The removable stadium seat with magnetic attachments allows hunters to quickly remove or reattach seat cushions when moving on a hunt. In addition to comfort, the seat is comprised of high-density foam to provide hunters with comfort and support while they wait. Dual water bottle pockets enhance the hunter’s comfort in the woods as his hydration will not be affected during the chase. But that is not all. Collecting morels is a favorite addition to many turkey hunts, and this vest provides a mesh sack to stash just for the occasion.
The Nomad Killin’ Time Turkey Vest is a versatile, all-encompassing hunting tool, available in two Mossy Oak® patterns: Bottomland® or Shadow Leaf®. Both camouflage patterns have proven effective and have resulted in successful turkey hunts across the country.
Nomad Killin’ Time Turkey Vest
28 Total general and specialized pockets
Removable stadium seat with magnetic attachments and seat adjustment handle
Removable high density foam seat cushion
Thermacell external pocket
14 adjustment points for a size that fits most customizations
Four mesh pockets for mouth calls.
Horizontal snare call pocket with adjustable buckle, chalk bag and locator holster
Long vertical phone call pocket with adjustable buckle and rigid foam protected outer sleeve
Stiff foam storage pocket
Collapsible Mesh Morel/Storage Sack
Roomy adjustable back game pocket with pockets for decoy stakes and three accessory pockets.
Dual water bottle pockets
Mossy Oak® Bottomland® or Shadow Leaf®
MSRP: $180
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The NWTF Arkansas State Chapter and its local chapters have a rich history of fulfilling the NWTF’s mission in the Natural State, and Cleveland County JAKES Day 2023 was no exception.
With over 207 children and an action-packed day of hands-on learning, the NWTF Cutter and Stutters chapter considers the event one of the best it has had in the 23-year annual event.
NWTF JAKES (Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics and Sportsmanship) Days engage youth in outdoor activities and instill lifelong traditions. The Cleveland County JAKES Day event included numerous learning stations where children spoke with experts and got involved with activities at each station, including hunting and shooting safety, shotgun shooting, taxidermy, animal identification, traps , ATV education and more. NWTF volunteers are the driving force that brings together the different experts in the community to make these types of events a success.
“Our younger volunteers are bringing a much-needed new energy to our events that is contagious,” said Terry Thompson, former NWTF Arkansas state chapter president and NWTF volunteer of 37 years. “This JAKES Day not only excited the kids, but the entire community; That’s what it’s all about.”
Jimmy Edmond and John Varnell, NWTF Arkansas volunteers and Cleveland County JAKES Day coordinators, raised more than $5,000 in donations ahead of the event, allowing for free event meals and hosting a variety of giveaways for the kids, including 21 Firearms.
“When you get businesses like MFK Game Calls, Thermal Optics Plus, and general community members coming together and having the same passion, you can achieve anything you set your mind to,” Varnell said. “JAKES Day was created to make a lasting impact on the hearts and minds of our youth. Some adults at the event remember attending these events and still having those memories in their hearts that they are now making those memories with their children and passing on the knowledge of the outdoors. There is nothing better!
By including the children, their parents and volunteers, attendance surpassed 400 people, creating more energy for next year’s event, which may be held in a new location to accommodate the growing turnout.
Established in 1981, NWTF’s JAKES program is dedicated to informing, educating and engaging youth ages 17 and younger in wildlife conservation and the wise stewardship of our natural resources. JAKES events help pass on the traditions of responsible hunting, teach principles of habitat management, hunting ethics and safety.
For $10 a yearJAKES receive a one year subscription to JAKES Country magazine (four issues), a chance to win the hunt of a lifetime, and a membership card.
In addition to JAKES Day events, NWTF chapters across the country host various events that engage youth in the great outdoors, including guided hunts for a variety of game species.
“If one child remains steadfast in our mission, they will snowball and help bring about the next generation of stewards of America’s precious resources,” Varnell said. “Lace your boots, get involved and get the community excited because when you see children’s faces light up like smiling possums about winning disguised bibles, that’s confirmation of all the hard work, dedication and caring.”
Learn how you can get involved as a volunteer with the NWTFeither look for an upcoming JAKES event in your area.
With six double-sided Velcro-fastened cloth pages, never lose or misplace a patch again.
Tasmanian Tiger®, a line of tactical nylon products distributed exclusively for the US market by Proforce Equipment, Inc., is pleased to introduce the TT Patch Album. The stylish and functional album is designed to store and display patches collected by tactical operators, outdoor enthusiasts, and collectors alike.
“We are delighted to offer our customers the TT Patch Album,” commented Richard Lewis, President and CEO of Proforce Equipment, Inc. “It provides a convenient and organized way to store and display patches that represent your experiences and accomplishments.”
The TT Patch Album is a hard cloth covered three ring binder with bungee cord closure featuring an embroidered Tasmanian Tiger logo on the front cover with a 10 x 4 hook and loop for a large patch. The inside cover has a 10.75″ x 4″ loop for a patch, three pen pockets, and a 7″ x 5″ clear pocket for additional storage. Interior includes six double-sided hook-and-loop fabric pages with three-ring grommets for securely attaching patches. The album also features a two-inch covered spine with an O-ring top for hanging.
“Whether you’re a tactical operator, outdoor enthusiast, or collector, the TT Patch Album is a great way to display your collection and keep it organized,” added Lewis.
The TT patch album weighs 1.98 pounds. and measures 11 x 12.5 x 2 in. It’s made of 700 denier Cordura® and is available in black for an MSRP of $64.95.
The TT Patch Album is now available for purchase through authorized TT dealers.
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Since 1907, the national rifle and pistol games have been a staple event on the historic grounds of Camp Perry in Ohio. Drawing visitors from all over the country (and even the world), the event has become a revered marksmanship tradition, so much so that many have turned it into an annual outing that has lasted their entire lives.
Such is the case for Pat Smith, 69, of Tiffin, Ohio, who competed in his 50thhe National Individual Trophy (NTI) rifle match during the 2022 National Matches.
“It’s something we do, so we keep doing it,” Pat said of the event.
The NTI is one of the most celebrated competitions of the National Tournaments. The overall competitor is awarded the Daniel Boone Trophy, a storied honor dating back to 1904. With a range of 200, 300, and 600 yards of fire, the NTI joins some of the best shooters in the country at the range with those who aspire to be, along with others who enter simply for the experience.
Pat started racing at Camp Perry in 1972 and never stopped (here in the early 1980s).
Pat lives less than an hour from Camp Perry, home of the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), which runs and organizes national matches. He first came in 1972 with members of the local Tiffin Gun Club who decided to shoot at the NTI event.
“I was a little in awe of the whole thing,” Pat admitted. “The well-managed field setup and the 600-yard shooting, that’s not possible on most courses, so it was a learning experience.”
The Tiffin Gun Club is part of the Northwest Ohio Rifle League, in operation for over 90 years. As the founding hunters and recreational shooters intended, the league creates a foundation for camaraderie and competition through indoor small-bore rifle competitions in the winter months, something Pat has used to fulfill his marksmanship needs. during decades.
Pat still has his first National Matches competitor tag on, seen here wearing his most recent 2022 tag.
“I was pretty much on my own starting out,” he said of his early starts in competitive marksmanship.
One of the club members had been shooting at Camp Perry for many years and helped Pat with wearing a sling and positioning. Other than that, Pat has kitted out as a trainer and gunsmith, learning how to improve reloading techniques and other essential maintenance tasks on his own.
“If the bedding was torn, loose, or needed to be redone, I had to learn how to repair it,” she said.
Primarily a rifle competitor, Pat quickly felt a connection to the National Matches during that 1972 appearance. Since then, he has only missed the summer of 2020, when the event of the year was cancelled.
Over the years, Pat has collected several pins from his National Matches appearances.
The walls of his house are lined with photographs of the range, and a shadow box contains several decorative National Matches pins, each commemorating the experiences he has collected at Camp Perry over the years.
“When you look back, it’s like, where did all the years go?” she mused herself.
Pat has also competed in national President’s Rifle Matches since the National Board for the Promotion of Rifle Practice began as a non-aggregate match in 1977. The President’s Rifle Match is another historic event, dating back to 1894, using the same shooting range and runs parallel in prominence to the NTI, earning a reputation as one of the most celebrated National Matches competitions.
Outside of President’s and NTI, Pat has participated in the National Matches Hearst Doubles team competition, CMP Cup Matches, and a variety of CMP’s own vintage game matches, including the John C. Garand Match and the Vintage Sniper paired event.
Pat was in the line of fire with Marine and actor R. Lee Ermey at Camp Perry in August 2008.
He then competed as a member of the Ohio Rifle and Pistol Association state team for National Trophy Team and Infantry National Trophy Team matches, as well as long-range events, using an upside-down bolt pistol.
It is true that Pat’s performance in the 2022 national matches was not the best, but that is not what is important to him. The breakout year just marked another opportunity to challenge himself on the field, doing what he loves to do.
“I didn’t do very well, but I made the cut for NTI and came second in the Vintage Sniper match with my teammate Joe Stevens,” he said. “Since I got Distinguished in 1984 (badge #516), I don’t really need to shoot the NTI, but the game is a challenge to a rifleman’s skill that I find interesting, with the different distances and wind factors involved.”
“It’s also an endurance test,” he continued. “I was there when there was a week of 100+ degree temperatures, when they sometimes had 7 or 8 relays, and I went off the range during downpours with nowhere to hide.”
Outside of individual events, Pat has competed in team matches with the Ohio Rifle & Pistol Association.
Understandably, attending national matches for half a century has allowed Pat to see many encouraging changes, such as increased participation by female and junior athletes and advances in equipment.
When it started in 1972, the military primarily fired M14s, while civilians used M1s.
“The first M16s I saw were around 1975. The Air Force Team was using M16s with Redfield scopes out to 300+ yards. They didn’t do it right,” Pat said.
Another development time was around 1994 when the Army shipped all ARs while the Marines were still using M14s. The following year, that changed, and no one looked back.
Pat’s shooting jacket is accessorized with his first National Matches patch.
“Great strides have been made with rifles and ammunition, so I have had the opportunity to witness an evolution in firearms and equipment,” he said.
The years also brought amazing teachable moments for Pat.
“Most likely, I have the first M1A used at the Camp Perry National Matches,” he said.
In 1973 Pat had acquired an early NM M1A, which the locals approved of as a duplicate of the M14, and used it during that year’s NTI. It wasn’t until halfway through the match that competitor Pat pointed out that the rifle was not legally approved for the event.
Although a lot has changed, Pat has enjoyed meeting many interesting people over the years.
“I wasn’t one of the top scorers that year, so it kind of went under the radar,” he joked. “The rifle may have been approved locally but not yet approved for National Match competitions. It wasn’t until two years later that the M1As were approved.”
Although Pat has seen many transformations during his tenure, the one thing that has remained constant is the interesting people he can meet at the shooting range.
“From every walk of life and every job description, every branch of service, I even spoke to a person who was in the new Space Force last year,” he said. “Each of these competitors has a common interest and goal.”
“Shooting alone or with friends can be fun for a while, but competitive shooting is what makes it last the longest,” he continued. “I have met and developed friendships with people from all over the country.”
For those who might be interested in racing for themselves, Pat has some advice.
“It is a precision sport, which requires competition,” he said. “First, one needs the interest and desire. A good foundation is always important, and the CMP does an excellent job of providing clinics at the regional and club level across the country. They are a good place to start.”
He also suggested the Small Arms Shooting School (SAFS) which is held every year during the National Matches. The course includes classroom and actual range training, led by current military instructors and athletes such as the US Army Marksmanship Unit. It is a place where an individual can gain the Camp Perry experience while receiving a constructive personal training.
“SAFS is a great springboard to shoot the president or NTI,” he said. “A team match is also a good place to gain experience. Shooting practice on your own is different than at a rifle match, so diving into shooting, even in club matches, will give the new competitor the experience and confidence he needs.”
When the national match season ends, Pat competes biweekly in the nearby Toledo Area High Powered Rifle League Winter Small Range Rifle League, in addition to the weekly meets in Tiffin. He still uses his old Anschutz 1413 for AR and small-bore service rifles and AR-based competition rifles for high power.
“Shooting/competing is different than other sports,” he continued. “It really can be a lifelong sport or hobby that can branch off into other related activities when you can’t or don’t want to spend long days on the course. . . like training, collecting or gunsmithing, to name a few.”
Pat plans to return to National Matches again in 2023, humbly staying true to the long tradition that began so many decades ago.
“Most people aren’t dumb enough to keep doing the same thing over and over again,” he joked. “But, it’s just something I do in the summer.”
CMP National Parties
National Matches held at Camp Perry in Port Clinton, Ohio are open to the public. Spectators are welcome to stop by and learn more about the sport of marksmanship. Small Arms Shooting School is an excellent course for beginners, as classroom instruction focuses on firearms fundamentals and safety. Live fire equipment is provided during the course. Learn more about national matches and see all of the upcoming 2023 events by visiting the CMP website at https://thecmp.org/cmp-national-matches/ or call 419-635-2141 or email [email protected].
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.
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