OUTDOOR NEWS NSSF and LOCAL NEWS

OUTDOOR NEWS:   National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) reported that both the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act and the Hearing Protection Act now before Congress does take some time to get the Legislation passed. They also reported that “Rep. Val Demings’(D-Fla.) recent op-ed demonstrated she either hasn’t bothered to read the bills she criticizes or is willingly misrepresenting them for political reasons.”  NSSF is backing S.1514 (Barrasso, R-WYO), a bipartisan bill to mandate reissuance of the final rule delisting the gray wolf in the western Great Lakes region and in Wyoming.  Sunday hunting through-out West Virginia on private land with the owner’s written permission will begin with the September hunting seasons as a result of the NSSF-champion reform. CABELA’S announced Tuesday July 11^th, that it’s shareholders have approved its proposed merger with Bass-Pro Shops. Larry and Brenda Potterfield, owners of Midway USA, recently donated $617,670.00 to the Midway USA Foundation to benefit youth shooting sports. The foundation provides financial support to over 2,600 youth shooting teams. (Editor’s note: Manitowoc Gun Club is in this foundation also for their youth shooting program.) American Outdoor Brands Corporation has announced that its firearms business, Smith & Wesson Corp. has agreed to acquire substantially all of the assets of Gemini Technologies (Gemtech), makers of suppressors and firearm accessories.

In the coming weeks my son, grandsons and I will be involved in testing brand new Crosman Air Rifles and Crossbows for the company. This is a very important issue because air rifles are becoming very popular today as most people like to start their children on something cheaper than a real firearm where the ammo costs a bit more than .177 and BB’s. Also, this a great way for the whole family to have fun doing something together and shooting is always a learning experience. As we test the air rifles and other items, my son will be doing the reports on how each firearm works and the test results. It is very important that buyers know what they can expect when looking for an air rifle and how it works. We will keep you informed right here.