Bushnell Scout 1000 ARC Laser Rangefinder Review A new trend in rangefinder technology is to include a ballistic calculator while ranging on an angle. For 2008, Bushnell has updated two of its rangefinders with an inclinometer, the Scout 1000 and the Elite 1500. Bushnell is calling its new technology Angle Range Compensation or ARC for short. For this article we decided to test the Scout 1000 with ARC technology.
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No Scientific Basis for Ban on Traditional Ammo 07/03/09
A report issued in late June by the California Fish & Game Commission on blood lead levels in California condors is inconclusive and supports the National Shooting Sports Foundation's contention that there is no scientific basis for the state's ban on hunters using traditional ammunition in condor regions. [1 Comment]
NSSF Will Match Reward for Stolen Firearms 06/22/09
As part of a national initiative to help curb the criminal acquisition and misuse of firearms, the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) -- the trade association for the firearms industry -- has announced that it will match the reward issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) in the June 16, theft of 15 handguns from the P&C Gold and Coin Exchange in Brodheadsville, PA. [Comments?]
Redding Reloading Adds Marlin Express Die Set 06/17/09
Redding Reloading Equipment introduced several new die sets for 2009. Redding is known for both quality and a vast selection of available dies, including many popular and not so popular wildcats. [Comments?]
Missouri Shooting Clinics Reveal Secrets to Nontoxic Shot 06/12/09
Practically every hunter knows that steel and other nontoxic shot performs differently than lead shot. What many do not know is how nontoxic shot is different, how different it is and how to adjust shooting habits to compensate for the differences. [Comments?]
Florida's New Quota Process Allows Guest Permit 06/08/09
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will be accepting applications until June 30 to be included in a random drawing for quota permits to hunt on Florida's wildlife management areas (WMAs) next season. [Comments?]
Federal Introduces Gold Medal FITASC Paper Load 06/01/09
Federal introduces a 12-gauge FITASC-qualified Gold Medal® Paper load for sporting clays shooters. When the pressure is on and it matters most, the best shooters look to Federal Premium® Gold Medal target shotshells. In addition, Federal adds 12 and 20-gauge steel options suitable for the field or the range. [Comments?]
Nevada Conducts Draw, Permits Still Available 06/01/09
The Nevada Department of Wildlife announced big game tag draw results Sunday, breaking a record by announcing the results within 48 hours of the drawing. [4 Comments]
Milan Army Ammunition Plant Deer Hunts 05/28/09
The Milan Army Ammunition Plant is now accepting applications for a public hunt drawing for deer seasons to include archery, muzzleloader and gun. [Comments?]
Smith & Wesson M&P9 JG Pistol for "The Cure" 05/28/09
Smith & Wesson Corp., announced that the company has made its first quarterly donation to the Massachusetts Affiliation of Susan G. Komen for the Cure organization through proceeds collected from the sale of the M&P9 JG pistol. [Comments?]
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West Virginia Once in a Lifetime Buck Although the weather in Kanawha County, West Virginia put a damper on opening day I was able to harvest this once in a lifetime buck on Wednesday, November 26th 2008 in Kanawha county. It is a 10 point with a 21 inch spread and very heavy mass.
