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Professional walleye angler, Dylan Nussbaum, is having a dream season at the highest level of competition on Cabela’s National Walleye Tour. This is evidenced by his most recent second-place finish at the Lake Francis Case pro event in South Dakota.

What’s more, the young angler from St. Marys, Pennsylvania is currently sitting third in the highly competitive Cabela’s NWT Angler of the Year race.

Nussbaum, however, is no stranger to success at this level. At 20 years old, he was the youngest angler to win the coveted Cabela’s NWT Championship in 2018. KastKing rods and reels have been with Nussbaum since the 2019 season and have proven to be an integral part of his success over the past five years. seasons on the go.

Nussbaum explains the relationship forged with KastKing, stating, “This is my fifth year with KastKing and I couldn’t be more pleased to be surrounded by such a positive group of people with an attitude of ‘how can we make it better?’ every product they make. They really emphasize quality in every rod and reel they produce, and I would also add that the pursuit of quality is their main attribute. I am putting their equipment to use at the highest levels of competition, and they continue to prove themselves. and again”.

Nussbaum relies on a variety of tactics for her success in the NWT, using a combination of spinning, baitcasting, and trolling rods and reels. For his most recent second post in South Dakota, he took a two-tiered approach to shallow and deep water walleye. “I used a #9 Rapala Jigging Rap in water 25+ feet deep,” he explains, “and fished it on a medium-fast action 6’8” KastKing Wideeye Walleye rod with a full-size KastKing Sharky III reel. 2000. The Sharky III is just a workhorse reel that I use for a lot of different techniques.”

For fish in less than 25 feet of water, Nussbaum deployed a 3/8 oz. VMC Neon Moon Eye Jig with a 4″ Z-Man Scented Jerk ShadZ. For the shallower approach, he used the same 6’8″ KastKing Wideeye Walleye rod, but paired it with the KastKing Zephyr Spinning Reel. As he points out, “The Zephyr just has a super smooth drag, and I really needed it for those big walleye in shallower water.”

The next event on Nussbaum’s schedule is the NWT Championships, scheduled for September 6-8, 2023, in Devil’s Lake, North Dakota. You can bet Nussbaum will be in the thick of that event in her KastKing Wrapped Boat and an assortment of KastKing rods and reels to take on whatever challenges the fish throw at her that week.

Nussbaum concludes: “I am truly grateful to be a part of the KastKing team. I’ve known (company president) Al Noraker for a while, and he’s a great guy. It’s just a pleasure to be associated with such great people and quality products.”

About KastKing:

Founded in 2013, KastKing had a vision of producing quality products designed by anglers for anglers and delivered directly to the consumer at affordable prices. True to that vision, KastKing products are developed through input from the fishing community and go directly to the manufacturing plant. This reverse formula from manufacturer to consumer introduces cutting edge features into the new products that anglers want and need. The brand has gained popularity with anglers by offering affordable innovation through in-house engineering, allowing KastKing to offer never-before-seen technology at truly extraordinary prices. Ten years later, KastKing’s products have been sold to consumers in more than 150 countries and regions around the world through a variety of supply chains. Originally, KastKing products were only available online, but consumers can now find their favorite products in a growing number of retail stores. To learn more about KastKing and KastKing products, please visit our website at kastking.com or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.

Thousands of visitors come to Camp Perry each summer to participate in the annual Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) national matches, a staple event at the National Guard Training Center since 1907. The month-long series of marksmanship events in Duration features a variety of rifle and pistol competitions and learning opportunities that draw enthusiasts to the grounds, but the base has much more to offer for those exploring behind the firing lines.

1. To camp.

If you want to stay directly on base, Camp Perry offers several lodging options, from lodging to camping sites. From family cottages to motel rooms and transient accommodation, the grounds suit many budgets and offer air conditioning/heating, kitchen units and free Wi-Fi. If camping is more your style, feel free to pitch your tent or hook up at one of the RV sites with full access to water, electricity, and sewer. A nearby shower facility also allows campers to freshen up after a long day outdoors. The facilities are smoke-free and pet-free (pets are only allowed at the campsite).

2. Go to the beach!

Those staying at Camp Perry will have access to the beach and the famous Camp Perry pier. Spend the day listening to the waves crash ashore, fishing, sunbathing, swimming, or just enjoying the beautiful view of the open waters of Lake Erie. Keep your eyes peeled to the north on a clear day for the silhouette of the Perry International Peace and Victory Monument, one of the tallest monuments in the United States (at 352 feet), located on the island of South bass. The site commemorates the lasting peace between Great Britain, Canada and the US after the victory of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry and the US Navy during the War of 1812. Glance to the east and you might that you can even see along the coast. from downtown Port Clinton and Catawba Island! Don’t forget your fishing pole – the pier is a perfect place to spend a few hours fishing with friends.

3. Try the Air Gun Shooting Range and the Petrarca Field.

If you just can’t get enough aim, CMP hosts a few ranges of its own on the Camp Perry grounds, open to the public year-round.

The Gary Anderson CMP Competence Center is home to an 80-point indoor air pistol electronic shooting range. The targets are capable of simulating different distances and make shooting air rifles and air pistols easy for any experience level (even if you’ve never shot before!). Rental equipment is available at the shooting range. He National air pistol events and the Postcard of the CMP aces are exciting opportunities to participate in air pistol competitions. And don’t forget to check the wall-sized mural in the interior! Outside the shooting range, the installation displays authentic items from the celebrated career of two-time Olympian and gold medalist and shooting range namesake, Gary Anderson. There’s even a piece of the Berlin Wall, given to Anderson, and a letter from President Kennedy himself. Learn more at https://thecmp.org/ranges/cmp-competition-centers/.

Outdoors, the Petrarca Range includes 10 electronic rifle targets set at 100 yards and 5 cardboard gun targets set at 50 feet, 25 or 50 yards. For those interested in short range zeroing, the electronic scoring system can add difficulty by accurately simulating 200, 300, and 600 yards. Banks are also available for sighting on rifles. Get more information, including a schedule of when the range is open, at https://thecmp.org/ranges/cmp-targets-at-petrarca-range/.

4. Visit the CMP North store and Commercial Row.

If you have money to spend, visit the CMP North store. Located on the Camp Perry grounds inside one of the oldest buildings on the base, the store allows guests to personally browse through the vintage firearms offered by the CMP. The CMP North store will be open to National Match competitors only, July 7-August 3, with a full selection of surplus rifles and ammunition available to order. The store also has CMP memorabilia and other gear needs. Visit https://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/cmp-stores/ for more details. During the national game season, Commercial Row at Camp Perry is a pathway of several industry leading vendors offering firearms, ammunition, competition equipment, parts and more. Learn about Commercial Row and find a list of vendors for 2023 at https://thecmp.org/cmp-national-matches/commercial-row-information/.

5. Take a tour of the Hough Theater and other historical sites!

As a National Guard training facility built over a century ago and a POW site during World War II, Camp Perry has many stories within its roots. Take a tour of the grounds to see many historical markers and learn how each of the outdoor ranges got its name. CMP has created a Heroes of Camp Perry Walking Tour for visitors to explore. The Hough Theatre, built in 1938, hosts National Matches award ceremonies and once played host to legendary artists such as Bing Crosby and Bob Hope. Once a small town within itself with a bowling alley and even its own airport, you can also see the remains of old and original structures as you traverse the grounds. Visit the small park on the base to see authentic helicopters, tanks and rockets from past wars, along with a boxcar, the Gratitude Train, gifted by France in 1949 after World War II and restored at Camp Perry in 1986. CMP also created The Story of Building 3 at Camp Perry flyer with history And don’t forget to visit the CMP Headquarters building to participate in the CMP Trophy Scavenger Hunt and to find many of the royal and historical trophies used for decades for National Matches. You will receive a special pin once you turn in the scavenger hunt form!

Find out more about Camp Perry at https://cplcc.com/.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a federally chartered 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. It is dedicated to firearms safety and marksmanship training and the promotion of marksmanship competition for United States citizens. To learn more about the CMP and its programs, log on to www.TheCMP.org.

EDGEFIELD, SC — At its National Leadership Conference in Ridgedale, Missouri, the National Wild Turkey Federation unveiled its new Habitat for the Hatch initiative, a landscape-wide effort across the Southeast that will directly combat declining wild turkey populations and It will improve the overall health of the ecosystem.

Habitat for the Hatch will laser focus on creating essential nesting habitat in close proximity to a quality breeding range. This new initiative seeks to create 1 million acres that meet these specific criteria over the next 10 years.

“We will continue our critical work to address the full annual cycle of wild turkey habitat needs,” said NWTF Co-Executive Director Kurt Dyroff. “However, we must significantly increase the available acreage of quality nesting and rearing habitat that is necessary for year-over-year recruitment of poults. Habitat for the Hatch will do just that and on a scale that makes a measurable difference. This will result in more turkeys throughout the Southeast and will ensure that our beloved bird is preserved in perpetuity.”

Work for Habitat for the Hatch will take place on both public and private land in the initiative’s 18-state region. When NWTF has private land staff in the initiative area, staff will work directly with private land owners to provide education, technical assistance, and programs to help them increase nesting and breeding habitat on their property, while simultaneously that achieves other goals for your property.

Habitat for the Hatch will also support and use cutting-edge research to address the greatest conservation challenges of the Southeast. Working in unison with the NWTF Wild Turkey Technical CommitteeThe initiative will improve nesting and breeding habitat supported by this key research in ways that result in favorable results for wild turkey recruitment and overall landscape health.

In addition, Habitat for the Hatch will bolster wild turkey populations while highlighting how NWTF’s work on wild turkeys amplifies the organization’s interest. Four shared values and many other species. While Habitat for the Hatch is designed to ensure that southeastern states are hatching more turkeys, many other species will be ‘born’ from the initiative’s efforts, including insects, aquatic species, the endangered gopher tortoise, headed woodpeckers red, pollinators and more, all of which are indicators of healthy and resilient habitats.

“The comprehensive approach to our landscape-scale initiatives allows us to remain engaged with our existing partners and supporters while expanding opportunities to work with new and non-traditional partners, both in the conservation and business sectors, to leverage aggressively resources, experience. and have the greatest possible impact on wild turkeys and the places they inhabit,” said NWTF Co-Executive Director Jason Burckhalter. “Whether funding research into the ecology of wild turkeys or creating essential habitat for nesting and raising young, the NWTF works with all available capacities to create more wild turkeys and healthier ecosystems.”

The NWTF estimates a need of $40 million, with the collaboration of partners, by 2033 to improve more than 1 million acres of nesting and breeding habitat on public and private lands. The NWTF anticipates leveraging funds for the initiative at a minimum of 5:1. To accomplish this, the federation has an estimated fundraising goal of $8 million over the next 10 years.

Habitat for the Hatch’s announcement comes just after NWTF revealed a $582,374 investment in research on wild turkey ecology by 2023.

Habitat for the Hatch projects will begin in the coming months and will be featured at NWTF.org.

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.

SPRINGFIELD, MO – Crossbreeding^® Holsters, a leading manufacturer in the concealed carry category, is pleased to announce a robust portfolio of holsters for Staccato’s precision compact carry pistols: Staccato CS and Staccato C2.

The Staccato CS and C2 represent the latest evolution of 2011^® pistol platform, itself a modernization of the classic John Browning 1911. Known for its unwavering reliability, easy-shooting nature, and exceptional accuracy, the Staccato CS and C2 deliver the brand’s legacy of superior performance in two compact platforms ideal for the Optional modern CCW/EDC.

Regardless of your preferred carry style, CrossBreed has the fit for these two standout 9mms.

For maximum concealability, the SuperTuck, with its shirt-stowable clip design and extended premium leather backing, is the optimal solution for discreetly carrying the Staccato CS and C2. Similarly, the Kydex Rogue Holster, which is a perfect option for carrying your appendix, will offer the same comfort and concealment. Those who prefer an OWB carry option can choose between the SnapSlide OWB (tall and tight for a strong side), DropSlide OWB (tight to the body with a low-cut back for full grip on the draw), and SuperSlide OWB (strong lateral setups). or crossed).

For off-body carry and grooming, CrossBreed also offers several of its Velcro-backed modular holsters and a variety of magazine pouches for Staccato CS and C2 pistols. All holsters come with CrossBreed’s Lifetime Guarantee and the company’s “Two Week Guarantee, Try It Free”.

For more information on CrossBreed holsters and accessories, visit CrossBreedHolsters.com.

About CrossBreed® Holsters:

CrossBreed® Holsters was founded in 2005 by Mark Craighead, an avid shooter and firearms enthusiast. His vision of American handcrafted holsters evokes the attention to detail, quality and functionality that have made CrossBreed® a leader in concealment. Visit CrossBreed® covers.

Jacksonville, Florida- safariland^®a brand of The Safariland Group, a leading global provider of security products designed for the outdoor, professional, military and public safety markets and one of the key brands of Cadre Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CDRE) (“Cadre “) is proud to offer a limited-edition Liberator® HP and HP-R line with the patriotic We The People theme.

“The Liberators are designed, manufactured and assembled with excellence right here in the USA,” said James Imhoff, Safariland’s general manager of communications. “The release of the We The People hydrodip is scheduled for Independence Day to highlight America’s celebration of freedom. We are delighted to offer these limited edition Liberator headsets, born and made in our great nation and chosen by so many first responders and shooting enthusiasts.”

The Liberator HP provides enhanced hearing protection in all environments, including constant high-decibel background audio. The user is fully protected, while advanced sound localization allows for maximum situational awareness and sound detection.

In addition to the Liberator HP, Safariland will also offer the new rechargeable Liberator HP-R as part of this limited edition offer. As the only premium hearing protection offered by this state-of-the-art rechargeable system, the Liberator HP-R is designed for extended use between charges, providing a quick and effortless recharge. The headset offers a high level of environmental protection and industry-leading sound localization.

Designed, manufactured and used in America, Safariland’s Liberators provide our nation’s heroes and tactical community with the necessary tools to get the job done. Now available, the exclusive Liberator HP and HP-R print on We The People embodies the sound of American pride.

Key features of the Liberator HP/HP-R include:

• Run time 200 to 400 hours (depends on mode)
• 3 different modes of hearing protection
• Advanced auto shutdown technology
• Engineered, engineered and manufactured in the USA.
• First-of-its-kind multi-mode adjustability providing Active Noise Reduction (ANR) and Active Noise Cancellation simultaneously
• IP-68 waterproof design
• Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 26dB
• Layered slim ear cup design with sound barrier technology
• Rechargeable model that offers up to 80 hours of operation between charges

For more information on the new and improved Liberator HP line, Lib HP-R, and recently released products, visit safariland.com.

About Safariland Group

Safariland Group is a leading global provider of a wide range of safety and survival products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets. Safariland Group offers a number of well-known brands in these markets, including Safariland^® Armor, work equipment and communications, Bianchi^®Release^®hatch^®, Med-Ing^®identifier^® and nik^®. Safariland Group’s mission, “Together, we save lives^®”, is inherent to the rescue and protection products that it offers. The Safariland Group is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. Safariland Group is a trading name of Safariland, LLC.

For more information on The Safariland Group and these products, please visit www.safariland.com.

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Save 17.76 percent on an AR500 rifle or pistol when purchased between July 1 and July 9, 2023.

Big Horn Armory (BHA), makers of large-caliber firearms, is proud to announce its Memorial Day Sale, is pleased to announce its Independence Day Sale, offering firearms enthusiasts the opportunity to save big on your AR500 rifle or pistol purchases. From July 1-9, 2023, customers can enjoy an incredible 17.76 percent off all AR500 firearm purchases, celebrating our nation’s independence with unmatched savings.

As a proud American company, BHA understands the importance of Independence Day and aims to commemorate it with this exclusive sale. The 17.76 percent discount honors the year of the historic United States Declaration of Independence, reminding us all of the principles of liberty on which our nation was built.

“We are excited to offer this significant discount to our valued customers as we celebrate the 4th of July,” said Greg Buchel, Big Horn Armory president. “Independence Day is a time to honor our great nation and the value it represents. We hope this sale allows our customers to exercise their Second Amendment rights while enjoying substantial savings on our top-of-the-line AR500 rifles and pistols.”

During the sale, firearms enthusiasts can browse BHA’s impressive selection of AR500 rifles and pistols, renowned for their exceptional quality, reliability and accuracy. From the rugged and versatile AR500 rifle to the compact and maneuverable AR500 pistol, customers will find the perfect firearm to suit their needs, whether for self-defense, hunting, or sport shooting.

Chambered in 500 Auto Max, BHA’s innovative AR500 rifle is the most powerful AR firearm available. BHA was not satisfied with the large-bore cartridge offerings available on the AR platform, so the company made its own. The logical choice was something that would match the power and versatility of BHA’s lever-action Model 89 in a 500 Smith & Wesson Magnum. The result was the development of the 500 Auto Max, a rimless 500 S&W Magnum to feed a semi-automatic rifle.

BHA’s bold AR design and large-bore 500 Auto Max cartridge put an unparalleled amount of power into a versatile, fast-firing, and enjoyable rifle. This combination of size, familiar gun manual, available accessories, and on-target power make the AR500 rifle ready to handle almost any situation. The AR500 is also available in an ATF-compliant pistol configuration: the AR500 semi-automatic pistol.

The 500 Auto Max is a rimless 500 S&W Magnum that is easy to get or reload. A very versatile cartridge, it can be had in ammunition loaded with bullets ranging from 350 grns to an amazing 600 grns. The manual loader can take over 55 different bullets ranging from 200gm to 700gm in almost any type of bullet imaginable including hard cast, hollow point, solid monolithic, etc. to the pachyderms to those of Peterbilt. Truck stopping power in a platform that weighs less than 10 lbs. Factory ammunition for the 500 Auto Max is available through Buffalo Bore, Steinel Ammunition, Underwood Ammunition, and Defiant Munitions.

Whether you’re packing 36,800 ft. lbs. of power in a lever action, or building the most powerful AR on the market, BHA’s goal is to give the customer the most bang for their buck.

For more information about Big Horn Armory, please visit www.bighornarmory.com or any of its social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, MeWe, LinkedIn, Locals or Twitter.

About the Big Horn Armory:

Big Horn Armory was founded in 2008 with the express intention of designing a Browning-type lever action weapon chambered in 500 Smith & Wesson Magnum. Big Horn Armory’s American-made Model 89 closely follows the work of John Browning with refinements courtesy of modern metalworking and machining capabilities. The first rifles began shipping in September 2012, and since then, BHA has added to its large-bore lineup a Model 90 Carbine in 460 S&W, Model 90A in 454 Casull, Model 90B in .45 Colt, Model 89A in 500 Linebaugh and the Model 89B in .475 Linebaugh. In 2017, Big Horn Armory departed from its lever-action series and developed the AR500 Auto Max, the most powerful short-range semi-auto based on an AR .308 platform.

Lexington, Kentucky: The Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA), an independent medical group that focuses on evidence-based practices in the delivery of audio-vestibular care, sent a letter to Representative Jeff Duncan (R-SC-03) and Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID) supporting the deregulation of suppressors through the Hearing Protection Act. Their reason for being is simple: suppressors are a tool that can help prevent noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) and other hearing damage.

“As an independent medical group, the Academy of Audiology Doctors has absolutely no interest in suppressors outside of their positive impact on hearing conservation,” said Knox Williams, Executive Director of the American Association of Suppressors. “His passage of the Hearing Protection Act, which would give law-abiding citizens better access to suppressors, highlights the importance of these tools when it comes to firearms safety. We applaud the ADA for writing this letter and actively supporting hearing conservation.”

“ADA is committed to advancing public policy initiatives related to hearing loss prevention and early intervention. Therefore, ADA supports the Hearing

Protection Law”,

— Academy of Doctors of Audiology

ABOUT THE AMERICAN SUPPRESSOR ASSOCIATION

The American Suppressor Association (ASA) is the unified voice of the suppressor community. We exist for one reason and one reason only: to fight for pro-repressive reform across the country.

The ability of the American Suppressor Association to fight for pro-suppressor reform is tied directly to our ability to raise funds. Since the ASA’s formation in 2011, we have helped 3 states legalize suppressor ownership, 19 states legalize suppressor hunting, and defeated attempts to ban suppressors in 2 states. This would not have happened without your support. Join us in the fight to help protect and expand your right to own and use suppressors by becoming an ASA Member at www.ASAMember.com.

St. Croix Updates Avid Series Inshore Rods for Greater Performance and Value in 2024

Seasoned inshore anglers looking for best-in-class performance among American-made mid-price rods have sought out St. Croix’s expansive Avid Series Inshore line for over a decade. Today, when an angler stands on deck holding a Seafoam Green Metallic rod, everyone knows they’re casting an ideal blend of American-made performance and value. And the name Avid means the same to anglers on various other waters. Favored by performance-oriented anglers of all activities, Avid is a legacy series for St. Croix Rod, a name that will never retire, encompassing 99 distinct and current models in general freshwater, walleye, panfish, travel, water coastal salty and surf. -Categories of rods.

“Avid Inshore was last updated in 2015,” says St. Croix brand manager Ryan Teach. “And while those updates were significant at the time, they pale in comparison to what we’ve been able to do with the series for 2024, starting with the use of our hybrid carbon fiber material on the blanks.”

Each of the 23 distinct models in the Avid Inshore Series for 2024 now starts with a new SCIII+ blank, precision-engineered and manufactured from a distinct blend of premium SCIII carbon and exotic SCVI carbon. Meanwhile, St. Croix’s patented Advanced Reinforcement Technology (ART) and Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) are now used in conjunction with existing IPC and FRS technologies to dramatically increase strength and durability while improving smoothness and enhance each specific action. The result? Avid Series Inshore rods that are lighter, sharper, even more responsive and better balanced in the hand, while supporting all the various ways inshore anglers fish.

“None of the things anglers already love about the Avid Inshore have changed,” says Teach. “We’ve retained the iconic Seafoam Green Metallic color, lightweight, worry-free Alconite and stainless steel guide trains, and full cork handles,” he says. “Although we have updated the reel seats and redesigned those full cork grips for better balance and ergonomics, while also switching to a more durable cork material.”

Further augmenting the remarkably lightweight feel born of Avid Inshore’s SCIII+ construction, an ergonomic redesign of the series’ full cork handles improves balance and reduces angler fatigue. In general, the lengths of the foregrips throughout the series have been extended at the request of the angler. “All Avid Inshore models now also feature our extremely durable agglomerated cork material on the handles,” says Teach. “We have tested this material extensively in saltwater environments for the past three years, and the results have been extraordinary. The agglomerated cork handles of our test rods show virtually no wear or degradation of any kind. We have also gone to two different reel seats within the series. The medium-heavy and heavy power models use a different reel seat that is better suited to the larger reels typically used with those powers.”

While the number of Avid Inshore models remains stable at 23 (six cast models and 17 rotary models), lengths, powers, and actions have been adjusted to better support popular and emerging inshore techniques and presentations. “We have diversified our SKU offering to include new options for heavier applications,” says Teach, referencing the addition of a couple of extra-heavy power moderate to fast action models in both casting (ASIC79XHMF) and spinning (ASIS79XHMF). . “These 79XHMF models, also offered on some of our other inshore series, are quickly becoming some of our best-selling tarpon rods, and we’ve also added a new 6′ medium power, fast action spinning rod (ASIS60MF ) that answers the call of anglers fishing for the hot trend of snap jigging,” adds Teach.

Of course, the next-generation Avid Inshore series for 2024 is still hand-built on American soil in Park Falls, Wisconsin, with a 15-year warranty. Overall, the series exemplifies St. Croix’s ongoing commitment to giving anglers the edge in inshore fishing presentations around the world.

New St. Croix Avid Series Coastal Features

• Super high modulus hybrid carbon fiber SCIII+ blanks combined with Fortified Resin System (FRS) technology for maximum power and strength at significantly reduced blank weight
• Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) chuck technology
• Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) blank design provides curved patterns for enhanced action with increased sensitivity
• Advanced reinforcement technology^TM (ART^TM)
• Ultra strong and rigid stainless steel guides with Alconite rings
• Ergonomic nylon reel seat with lock nuts on all models
• Super durable full grip contoured chipped cork handles on all models
• 15-year transferable warranty backed by St. Croix Superstar Service
• Designed and handcrafted in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA for inshore anglers around the world.
• Retail Price $240 to $320

New St. Croix Avid Series Coastal Cast Models

• ASIC70MLM – 7’0”, Light-Medium Power, Moderate Action, Launch / Retail $250
• ASIC70MF – 7’0”, Medium Power, Fast Action, Launch / Retail $260
• ASIC70MHF – 7’0”, Medium-Heavy Power, Fast Action, Launch / Retail $280
• ASIC76MLM – 7’6”, Light-Medium Power, Moderate Action, Launch / Retail $280
• ASIC76HMF – 7’6”, Heavy Power, Moderate-Fast Action, Launch / Retail $310
• ASIC79XHMF – 7’9”, Extra Heavy Power, Moderate to Fast Action, Launch / Retail $320

New St. Croix Avid Series models for coastal spinning

• ASIS60MF – 6’0”, medium power, fast action, spinning / Retail $240
• ASIS70MF – 7’0”, medium power, fast action, spinning / Retail $270
• ASIS70MXF – 7’0”, medium power, ultra-fast action, rotary / Retail $270
• ASIS70MHF – 7’0”, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning / Retail $280
• ASIS70HMF – 7’0”, Heavy Power, Moderate-Fast Action, Swivel / Retail $290
• ASIS73LF – 7’3”, light power, snap action, swivel / Retail $270
• ASIS73MLF – 7’3”, medium light power, fast action, swivel / Retail $275
• ASIS73MF – 7’3”, medium power, fast action, spinning / Retail $280
• ASIS73MHF – 7’3”, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning / Retail price $285
• ASIS76MF – 7’6”, medium power, fast action, spinning / Retail $280
• ASIS76MHF – 7’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning / Retail price $290
• ASIS76HF – 7’6”, heavy power, fast action, spinning / Retail price $310
• ASIS76HMF – 7’6”, heavy power, moderate-fast action, rotary / Retail $310
• ASIS79XHMF – 7’9”, extra-heavy power, moderate-fast action, spinning / Retail $320
• ASIS711MHF – 7’11”, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning / Retail price $300
• ASIS711HMF – 7’11”, heavy power, moderate-fast action, rotary / Retail $310
• ASIS711HF – 7’11”, heavy power, fast action, spinning / Retail price $320

The new Avid Inshore rods will be available for purchase at St. Croix dealers worldwide and online at stcroixrods.com on August 1. See them at the St. Croix Booth #3022 at ICAST 2023 and in the Saltwater Rod category of the 2023 ICAST New Product Showcase.

Interested in becoming a St. Croix dealer? Please visit us at ICAST 2023 at booth #3022 or email [email protected].

About Santa Cruz rod
Based in Park Falls, Wisconsin, St. Croix has proudly produced the “World’s Best Rods” for 75 years. Combining state-of-the-art manufacturing processes with skilled labor, St. Croix is ​​the only major producer that still builds rods completely from design to fabrication. The company remains family-owned and operates duplicate manufacturing facilities in Park Falls and Fresnillo, Mexico. With popular trademarked series like Legend®, Legend Xtreme®, Avid®, Premier®, Imperial®, Triumph® and Mojo, St. Croix is ​​revered by all types of anglers around the world.

Heralded digital marketing and design agency joins forces with a leading outdoor communications and public relations company to deliver full-service, return-on-investment-driven offerings.

Outdoor communications, marketing and PR firm, King Eider Communications, and digital marketing and design agency, Popskull, have formed a strategic partnership to bring scalable growth to outdoor brands.

Brands face an uphill battle in today’s rapidly evolving marketing landscape. From social media to SEO, packaging to press mentions, trade shows and experiential events, knowing what to do, where to do it, and how much to do is harder than ever. Worse yet, if it’s not done right, marketing dollars are spent without driving growth.

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King Eider Communications is a full service agency focusing on the fishing, hunting and outdoor markets. With decades of experience in public and media relations, brand strategy development and execution, and deep connections with endemic and non-endemic brands, King Eider delivers excellence in every piece of editorial content. We elevate customers’ products and amplify their message, empowering consumers to make informed and enthusiastic purchasing decisions.

For the first time in several years, the Nationals at Camp Perry will feature a dining room for the competitors. Shooter’s Mess Hall will be managed by WP Catering and will offer a breakfast buffet and boxed lunches.

WP Catering owner Mike Miller owned the popular but now closed Waldo Peppers restaurant in Port Clinton, Ohio for several years. He is a longtime caterer for the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP).

“I have served CMP for 12 years,” Miller said. “I attended the NRA when they were there, the national youth at Gary Anderson and the volunteer luncheons.”

The breakfast buffet will include eggs, breakfast meats, breakfast breads, hashbrowns, and beverages. Shooter’s Mess will offer boxed lunches of deli sandwiches or salads. Breakfast customers may dine on site, but lunches may be picked up only. Miller chose lunch options that will stay fresh during competitions.

“They can pick them up and take them to the shooting range, and they’ll still be stable to have them out there,” he said.

Shooter’s Mess customers must pre-order meals the day before. Pre-orders must be placed in person at Shooter’s Mess, which is located in the 2607 building. Pre-orders will give Miller much-needed feedback for next year’s diner menu.

“We’re trying to meet customers in person so we can get to know their likes and dislikes,” Miller said.

Miller’s desire to connect with his customers reflects the history of the diner at Camp Perry, where generations of soldiers could take a break from their service to enjoy a quick meal and the camaraderie of other service personnel. When Camp Perry’s first mess hall was completed in 1909, it was considered an architectural marvel. The commissary dining hall and storage building were erected using a revolutionary tilt-up construction technique created by Robert Aiken, an Illinois contract architect. The concrete walls were precast and set into place with leveling screws.

During World War II, Camp Perry served as a prisoner of war camp. German and Italian prisoners housed in the camp lived in relatively comfortable conditions with unexpected privileges, such as access to a canteen. Some of the prisoners worked in the mess hall, where they were provided with the ingredients to cook their native meals.

The architecturally significant 1909 dining hall was damaged by an F2 tornado just weeks before the 1998 National Matches Opening Shooting Ceremony. The structure was eventually demolished, but the commissary storage building, now renamed Building 2009, still standing and recently renovated.

Now Miller and CMP embark on a new era in dining history at this year’s National Parties. Miller said he is limiting Shooter’s Mess hours this year, but may expand them in the future.

“We will only have breakfast and lunch the first year so we can get our feet wet,” he said.

Shooter’s Mess will be open from July 7 to August 5 at the times listed below. Times are subject to change.

July 7 8 am- noon

July 8 7 am- noon

July 9 6 am- noon

July 10 6 am- noon

July 11 6 am- noon

July 12 6 am-noon

July 13 6 am-noon

July 14 6 am-noon

July 15 6:30 am-noon

July 16 7 am- noon

July 17 6:15 am- noon

July 18 6:45 am- noon

July 19 6:45 am-noon

July 20 6:45 am- noon

July 21 7 am- noon

July 22 6 am-noon

July 23 6 am- noon

July 24 5:30 am- Noon

July 25 5:30 am-noon

July 26 5:00 am- noon

July 27 4:30 am- noon

July 28 4:30 am- noon

July 29 4:30 am- noon

July 30 4:30 am-noon

July 31 8 am-noon

August 1 7:45 am- noon

August 2 7:45 am- noon

August 3 7:45 am-noon

August 4 7:45 am- noon

August 5 6:45 am- noon

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