Weatherby’s Vanguard Series 2 Eurosport Rifle is Friends of NRA’s 2013 Gun of the Year

Friends of NRA’s 2013 Gun of the Year is a beautiful rifle from Weatherby’s masterful Vanguard collection - the Eurosport Sub-MOA 270Win. This exclusive, 24” cold hammer forged barrel is beautifully complimented with a select Turkish Walnut stock that is hand rubbed in oil for a custom finish unlike any other in the Vanguard family.

Suitable for hunting or acquiring a target downrange, the Weatherby Vanguard Series 2 Eurosport Sub-MOA 270Win is a perfect fit for any firearm owner. Comprised with a match quality 2-stage adjustable trigger, the Eurosport is guaranteed to shoot a 3-shot group of .99″ or less at 100-yards. In other words, you’re going to hit your target.

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This rifle also includes sling swivel studs, 3 position safety, rosewood forend and diamond point checkering. The engraved floor plate displays the Friends of NRA logo, Gun of the Year and numbering: 1 of 1,200.

And if you thought it couldn’t get any better, it comes with a mounted Leupold VX-7 scope. Each rifle scope comes with the Boone & Crockett Reticle, incorporating bold, new technology with world class hunting spirit. Also included is a laser engraved NRA Speed dial, rings and basses and the Xtended Twilight lens system. The diamond-coat lens delivers the highest protection and resistance from scratches. The VX-7 is built with Leupold’s Golden Ring quality promise and exceeds military specifications.

To tie everything together, this incredible set is complimented with a black flambeau rifle case with z-rust additive and the Friends of NRA logo centered in a platinum finish. This Gun of the Year Package is a classic must-have and is available only at this year’s Friends of NRA events.

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McMillan Introduces EOL Mountain Extreme Ultra-Long Range Hunting Rifles

McMillan Group International introduces the EOL Mountain Extreme rifle line optimized for extreme performance while hunting at long ranges. Developed in conjunction with TV host Bob Beck of Extreme Outer Limits, EOL McMillan Mountain Extreme rifles are built for the EOL Mag series of cartridges. The EOL Mag series utilizes a standard Ultra Mag parent case, but with very long, high-VLD bullets that are seated out longer than usual to free up additional powder capacity inside the case. The result is higher velocity and less bullet drop at extreme ranges.

McMillan’s EOL Mountain Extreme rifles feature a McMillan G30 Long Action, ejection ports and magazine boxes that can accommodate .338 Lapua and other similar length cartridges. Throats are specifically cut for the EOL Mag cartridge series. EOL Mountain Extreme rifles will deliver extreme performance with EOL Mag ammunition, but can also fire factory Remington Ultra Mag ammunition when desired.

Long barrels maximize velocity and benchrest quality precision components deliver superior accuracy. A unique nickel plated bolt shroud, bolt stop and muzzle brake set the EOL Mountain Extreme series apart visually from the rest of the McMillan line of hunting rifles.

“Everything about the EOL Mountain Extreme line is designed for extreme performance at ranges where standard rifles and standard cartridges are at their design limits,” said Kelly McMillan, president of McMillan Group International

Three models are available featuring traditional and tactical styled stocks. Custom EOL Mountain Extreme line includes three custom rifles: EOL Mountain Extreme Yukon™, EOL Mountain Extreme Alpine and EOL Mountain Extreme Denali .

The EOL Mountain Extreme Yukon features a McMillan Outdoorsman stock with a Monte Carlo cheekpiece for scope use. The stock geometry tames the recoil of large magnum cartridges. McMillan’s EDGE graphite technology is used in the stock to save weight. A long 27″ barrel maximizes velocity at long range. Barrels are premium, hand-lapped match grade for superior accuracy. Barrel fluting preserves stiffness of the heavy contour barrel, but saves weight and facilitates cooling.

EOL Mountain Extreme Yukon Specifications:

• Action: McMillan G30 Long Action
• Caliber: 7 MM EOL Mag, 7 MM Rem Ultra Mag, 300 EOL Mag, 300 Rem Ultra Mag, 338 Lapua
• Trigger: Jewell
• Stock: EDGE Outdoorsman, Khaki Base with Gray and Brown Specks, 13.75″ LOP with 1″ Decel 2 UM Studs
• Barrel: 27″ Match Grade Stainless, 1-8″ Twist – 7MM EOL Mag, 1-10″ Twist – 300 EOL Mag, 1-10″ Twist – 338 EOL Mag, #4 ½ Contour, Fluted with Vais Brake
• Floorplate: Standard Hinged
• Finish: Black Metal Finish, NP3 Muzzle Brake, Bolt Stop and Cocking Piece Housing
• Case: Hard Gun Case Provided

The EOL Mountain Extreme Denali adjustable A3-5 tactical stock caters to hunters who prefer tactical features in a firearm. The adjustable cheekpiece positions the head optimally for scope use in any shooting situation. The vertical pistol grip is suited for comfort during long shooting sessions. McMillan’s EDGE graphite technology is used in the stock to save weight. A long 28″ barrel maximizes velocity at long range. Barrels are premium, hand-lapped match grade for superior accuracy. A heavy varmint barrel contour is employed for accuracy-enhancing stiffness, with fluting to save weight.

EOL Mountain Extreme Denali Specifications:

• Action: McMillan G30 Long Action
• Caliber: 7 MM EOL Mag, 7MM Rem Ultra Mag, 300 EOL Mag, 300 Rem Ultra Mag, 338 EOL Mag, 338 Lapua
• Trigger: Jewell
• Stock: EDGE ADJ A3-5, Khaki Base with Gray and Brown Specks, 14″ LOP 
• with 1″ Decel 3 UM Studs
• Barrel: 28″ Match Grade Stainless, 1-8″ Twist – 7MM EOL Mag, 1-10″ Twist – 300 EOL Mag, 1-10″ Twist – 338 EOL Mag, Varmint Contour, Fluted with Vais Brake
• Floorplate: Standard Hinged
• Finish: Black Metal Finish, NP3 Muzzle Brake, Bolt Stop and Cocking Piece Housing
• Case: Hard Gun Case Provided

EOL Mountain Extreme Alpine features a McMillan Dynasty stock with a comfortable palm swell, Monte Carlo cheekpiece for scope use, and stock geometry specifically designed to tame the recoil of large magnum cartridges. It utilizes McMillan’s EDGE graphite technology to save weight. A 26″ barrel maximizes velocity at long range. The heavy #4 contour barrel is premium, hand-lapped match grade quality for superior accuracy. Barrel fluting preserves stiffness of the #4 contoured barrel, but saves weight and facilitates cooling. The Alpine is offered in 6.5 x 284 Norma.

EOL Mountain Extreme Alpine Specifications:

• Action: McMillan G30 Long Action
• Caliber: 6.5×284 Norma
• Trigger: Jewell
• Stock: McMillan Dynasty, Khaki Base with Gray and Brown Specks, 13.5″ LOP with 1″ Decel 2 UM Studs
• Barrel: 26″ Match Grade Stainless, 1-8″ Twist, #4 Contour, Fluted with Vais Brake
• Floorplate: Standard Hinged
• Finish: Black Metal Finish, NP3 Muzzle Brake, Bolt Stop and Cocking Piece Housing
• Case: Hard Gun Case Provided

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Senator Feinstein Introduces New “Assault Weapons” Ban

Earlier today, Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) held a press conference detailing the introduction of a new bill to ban the importation, sale, and transfer of “assault weapons.” Feinstein was joined by fellow senators Dick Durbin and Chuck Schumer among others, as well as representatives of the armed forces and police onstage.

The bill seeks to, among other provisions:

• Ban the importation, sale, and transfer of over 150 specifically named firearms (see list below) and semiautomatic rifles, shotguns, and pistols that feature detachable magazines and sport one or more “military characteristics”
  • Accessories or features considered “military characteristics:” pistol grip, forward grip, folding/telescoping/detachable stock, grenade or rocket launcher, barrel shroud, and threaded barrel
• Ban the importation, sale, and transfer of “high-capacity” magazines (magazines capable of holding more than 10 rounds)
• Specifically ban accessories like Slidefire stocks and firearms featuring “bullet buttons”
• Exempt firearms that are lawfully possessed at the time of the bill’s implementation, firearms manually operated by a bolt, pump, lever, or slide action, “assault weapons” used by military, law enforcement, and retired law enforcement, and antique firearms; along with 2,258 specifically mentioned “hunting and sporting rifles and shotguns”

The senator began her speech by expressing frustration at the recent shootings in Newtown and elsewhere, for which she claims the bill is a response to.

“The common thread in these shootings is that each gunman used a semi-automatic assault weapon or large capacity ammunition magazine,” Feinstein stated. “These massacres don’t seem to stop,” she continued, as Feinstein and others talked on the dangers of “high-capacity,” “military” grade weapons in the hands of Americans.

“No weapon is [being] taken from anyone,” Feinstein said.

What the bill will do is to ban the sale, production and distribution of roughly 150 firearms, including rifles, shotguns and pistols with “military-style” components as well as “high-capacity” magazines. In a list obtained by the Daily Caller, weapons named under the bill include all AK and AR types and their pistol configurations, in addition to other models.

Unlike the previous assault weapons ban, which Feinstein had a large role in shaping, there is little talk of an expiration date on the current proposed bill.

“The purpose of this bill is to dry up the supply of these weapons over time, therefore there is no sunset on this bill,” elaborated Feinstein.

Gun rights activists oppose these new restrictions, saying that new laws would not stop criminals from obtaining weapons or decrease shootings. Others cite the low number of murders connected to rifles and “assault weapons” specifically. According to a report by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, only a small amount of homicides are committed with rifles compared to other weapons such as knives, handguns, and blunt objects.

Below is the list of firearms banned by name:

Rifles: All AK types, including the following: AK, AK47, AK47S, AK–74, AKM, AKS, ARM, MAK90, MISR, NHM90, NHM91, Rock River Arms LAR–47, SA85, SA93, Vector Arms AK–47, VEPR, WASR–10, and WUM, IZHMASH Saiga AK, MAADI AK47 and ARM, Norinco 56S, 56S2, 84S, and 86S, Poly Technologies AK47 and AKS; All AR types, including the following: AR–10, AR–15, Armalite M15 22LR Carbine, Armalite M15–T, Barrett REC7, Beretta AR–70, Bushmaster ACR, Bushmaster Carbon 15, Bushmaster MOE series, Bushmaster XM15, Colt Match Target Rifles, DoubleStar AR rifles, DPMS Tactical Rifles, Heckler & Koch MR556, Olympic Arms, Remington R–15 rifles, Rock River Arms LAR–15, Sig Sauer SIG516 rifles, Smith & Wesson M&P15 Rifles, Stag Arms AR rifles, Sturm, Ruger & Co. SR556 rifles; Barrett M107A1; Barrett M82A1; Beretta CX4 Storm; Calico Liberty Series; CETME Sporter; Daewoo K–1, K–2, Max 1, Max 2, AR 100, and AR 110C; Fabrique Nationale/FN Herstal FAL, LAR, 22 FNC, 308 Match, L1A1 Sporter, PS90, SCAR, and FS2000; Feather Industries AT–9; Galil Model AR and Model ARM; Hi-Point Carbine; HK–91, HK–93, HK–94, HK–PSG–1 and HK USC; Kel-Tec Sub–2000, SU–16, and RFB; SIG AMT, SIG PE–57, Sig Sauer SG 550, and Sig Sauer SG 551; Springfield Armory SAR–48; Steyr AUG; Sturm, Ruger Mini-14 Tactical Rife M–14/20CF; All Thompson rifles, including the following: Thompson M1SB, Thompson T1100D, Thompson T150D, Thompson T1B, Thompson T1B100D, Thompson T1B50D, Thompson T1BSB, Thompson T1–C, Thompson T1D, Thompson T1SB, Thompson T5, Thompson T5100D, Thompson TM1, Thompson TM1C; UMAREX UZI Rifle; UZI Mini Carbine, UZI Model A Carbine, and UZI Model B Carbine; Valmet M62S, M71S, and M78; Vector Arms UZI Type; Weaver Arms Nighthawk; Wilkinson Arms Linda Carbine.

Pistols: All AK–47 types, including the following: Centurion 39 AK pistol, Draco AK–47 pistol, HCR AK–47 pistol, IO Inc. Hellpup AK–47 pistol, Krinkov pistol, Mini Draco AK–47 pistol, Yugo Krebs Krink pistol; All AR–15 types, including the following: American Spirit AR–15 pistol, Bushmaster Carbon 15 pistol, DoubleStar Corporation AR pistol, DPMS AR–15 pistol, Olympic Arms AR–15 pistol, Rock River Arms LAR 15 pistol; Calico Liberty pistols; DSA SA58 PKP FAL pistol; Encom MP–9 and MP–45; Heckler & Koch model SP-89 pistol; Intratec AB–10, TEC–22 Scorpion, TEC–9, and TEC–DC9; Kel-Tec PLR 16 pistol; The following MAC types: MAC–10, MAC–11; Masterpiece Arms MPA A930 Mini Pistol, MPA460 Pistol, MPA Tactical Pistol, and MPA Mini Tactical Pistol; Military Armament Corp. Ingram M–11, Velocity Arms VMAC; Sig Sauer P556 pistol; Sites Spectre; All Thompson types, including the following: Thompson TA510D, Thompson TA5; All UZI types, including: Micro-UZI.

Shotguns: Franchi LAW–12 and SPAS 12; All IZHMASH Saiga 12 types, including the following: IZHMASH Saiga 12, IZHMASH Saiga 12S, IZHMASH Saiga 12S EXP–01, IZHMASH Saiga 12K, IZHMASH Saiga 12K–030, IZHMASH Saiga 12K–040 Taktika; Streetsweeper; Striker 12.

Belt-fed semiautomatic firearms: All belt-fed semiautomatic firearms including TNW M2HB.

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A Little Gun with a Lot of Punch – the CVA Hunter Centerfire Rifle

The CVA (Connecticut Valley Arms) Hunter Centerfire is a great little gun for the budget-minded hunter and comes in a 20- or a 22-inch barrel. This single-shot rifle comes in a .243 caliber and a 7mm-08. New for this year is a .35 Remington, a .35 Whelen and a .44 Magnum. This gun was built for the states that have weapon limitations during their black-powder deer seasons. This very-affordable rifle allows the hunter to shoot a centerfire rifle in the states where these calibers are permitted during the blackpowder season. The manufacturers suggested retail is $314, but you will find them in many stores for less. To learn more about the CVA Hunter Centerfire Rifle, go to www.cva.com.

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2013 SHOT Show Day Three Wrap-Up

The third day of SHOT is my last, and perhaps for good reason. The people I went to meet for my first hands-on this morning complimented my authentic “Vegas drag” and rapidly expanding bags under my eyes. Guess that means it’s time to go home and get some rest.

One thing I’d like to highlight in this post that I’ve done a poor job of in the past few is that SHOT is not all about guns (though they may make the best featured images)–many companies feature their upcoming hunting, tactical, and outdoor clothing and gear at the show. I’ve included some of those items in this write up to give attention where it is due.

Beretta

One of Beretta’s new offerings in 2013 will be the 92 Compact. This pistol feeds from 13-round magazines and features an accessory rail. The nickel-colored version I shot at Media Day had a good trigger and was very controllable. I was also able to get my hands on the .22LR versions of the ARX160 (a rifle and pistol), which make excellent plinkers.

Sig Sauer

Sig’s big draw this year is their new MPX submachine gun and its attendant semi-automatic variant. The MPX operates using a closed and locked rotating bolt with a short-stroke gas piston. Keeping with modern firearm development, it is very modular: the barrel length, caliber (9mm, .40 S&W, or .357 SIG), and stock configuration (folding or telescoping) can be easily adjusted in the field. The MPX-C is the semi-auto variant, and has a 6.5″ barrel with a permanently affixed 9.5″ muzzle brake. The overall lengths of the gun with the stock folded or fully retracted–in the case of the telescoping stock–are 26.7″ and 28.1″, respectively.

Webley & Scott

Any gun history aficionado must have been excited by the news that Webley & Scott would be making a comeback. My friend Denis Isbister of Wild Fish Wild Places and The Birdmen swears by ‘em (especially his WS 900), and now that I was able to get some experience with them I can see why. Their first guns made quite an impression, and the lineup they have for 2013 is very appealing. There’ll be Webley & Scott side-by-sides, shotguns in smaller gauges, and tactical pump action shotguns. The 12 gauge WS 612P20T Tactical Pump Shotgun specifically is a solid firearm, and will definitely give comparable offerings a run for their money. In addition to a 5+1 shell capacity, it has a top-mounted Picatinny rail and 20″ barrel. Webley & Scott are also working on their own bolt-action rifle–a sneak peek of which is in one of the images below!

Danner/LaCrosse Footwear

LaCrosse Footwear is introducing some high-quality boots designed specifically for the hunter this spring and fall. One of them, the AeroHead, is composed of a neoprene core and a lightweight polyurethane shell, which gives the boots unmatched insulation and durability. In testing the AeroHead was subjected to millions of wrenching flex tests, but came out in one piece.

Debuting later in 2013 and perfect for the backcountry outdoorsman is the East Ridge. The East Ridge is made of waterproof full-grain leather with a 900 Denier nylon upper. GORE-TEX lining provides an additional layer of waterproofing. Completing the package is a Vibram Hunter sole.

SOG Knives

SOG Knives is the industry’s go-to for durable, high quality edged weapons and tools. Like LaCrosse, they’ll be introducing some hunting-specific products this year. The Huntspoint S and Huntspoint B are made for skinning and boning and come with a leather sheath. The Twitch XL and Twitch II knives are now available with classy wood handles, bringing a little bit of tradition to these modern blades.

Ideal for the camper, hiker, and mountaineer is the BadAxe Backcountry, which has a forged axe head, glass-reinforced nylon handle, and a saw that conveniently and smoothly fits in the axe’s handle. The collapsing finger guard on the saw is particularly snazzy.

LaserMax

LaserMax’s products are very unique in the way that their designs flush with the aesthetics of the guns they mount on. This year the’re releasing several new lasers in their CenterFire series, specifically for the Ruger LCR, Beretta Nano (which looks like a natural extension of the gun itself), M&P Shield, and Colt Mustang. The Colt Mustang’s CenterFire is only available through Colt, and the LCR, Nano, and Shield lasers will retail for $149. A $249 green CenterFire laser for the LC9 will also be up for grabs.

LaserMax will also be introducing a laser for the Ruger 10/22 that goes where the front barrel band normally is and also features short Picatinny rails on both sides of the barrel. It’s an excellent addition to one of America’s most popular guns.

Streamlight

Streamlight is the industry standard lighting solution provider for law enforcement, the military, tactical enthusiasts, and general outdoorsmen. One of the premier optics products for the hunter this year will be the new TLR-1 Game Spotter beams out a long-range green light for game pursuit in low-light conditions. Like many Streamlight products, it easily latches onto Picatinny rails. Running on its two 3-volt CR123A lithium batteries, it’ll give a sportsman nearly two hours of runtime.

That’s all I have time for tonight. I’ll be putting together another whole-show summary within the next several days, so keep an eye out for that. For more SHOT goodness, continue to follow our SHOT Show page for additional news and product details.

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McMillan Firearms Soldiers On

Among the many products it makes, McMillan Firearms Manufacturing of Phoenix, Arizona is probably best known for its line of high-end precision rifles. Its TAC-50 sniper rifle is thought by many to be one of the finest sniper rifles in the world. One of its admirers was a Canadian Army sniper named Rob Furlong who was involved in Operation Anaconda in Afghanistan in 2002 and made what was at the time the longest confirmed kill shot in world history by taking out an al-Qaeda insurgent who was 7,970 feet away. That’s right–over 1.5 miles out and verified by witnesses and a laser range finder. McMillan has been providing incredibly accurate rifles to many of the most elite military units in the world, including the U.S. Navy Seals.

In April of this year, Fox News reported that McMillan Group International had been dropped as a customer by Bank of America (BoA). The McMillan Group has manufactured gun stocks, tactical, and high-end hunting rifles for almost 40 years. According to an email exchange that made its way around the internet, Managing General Partner Kelly D. McMillan said that during two meetings with BoA executives he was told that “his company’s business would no longer be welcomed by Bank of America, because his company manufactures firearms.” McMillan reported that he “was not even offered an opportunity to restructure his debt or make some other deal, though his company had never missed a payment or bounced a check.”

The Fox News article in April also reported that BoA denied the claim and said via email “Bank of America holds in high regard every right guaranteed in the U.S. Constitution, and all of its Amendments, including the Second Amendment.” The McMillan/Bank of America dispute quickly went viral and generated articles and comments from a host of sources, including Facebook and endless emails.

Now, let’s fast-forward several months and see how McMillan is coping. A visit to the McMillan website at www.McMillanusa.com gives us a picture of a flourishing and diversified company. Founded by Gale McMillan in 1973 upon his high-quality gun stocks for demanding benchrest matches, the parent company, McMillan Group International, has the following subsidiaries:

• McMillan Fiberglass Stocks, based upon Gale’s high quality gun stocks for demanding benchrest matches,
• McMillan Operator Development, which offers advanced tactical training for military and law enforcement,
• McMillan Machine Company, which makes precision machined parts, and finally,
• McMillan Firearms Manufacturing, that has two divisions:
  • McMillan Tactical Products, for the specialized needs of military and law enforcement, and
  • McMillan Hunting Products, which develops and markets custom hunting rifles and gear.

But wait, there’s more! They also book safaris, manufacture custom ammunition and knives, and offer a marksmanship training school!

That seems like a lot of business activity that is being foregone by Bank of America. So how has McMillan coped without BoA? Very well, thank you. I called McMillan’s headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona and asked to speak with Kelly McMillan. Dee Brown, the receptionist, was very polite and said that Mr. McMillan wasn’t available, but asked if I wanted to speak with his wife, Mary Jo McMillan. Mrs. McMillan was delightful to chat with and answered all my questions in a straightforward manner.

McMillan now employs 100 people and banks with the National Bank of Arizona. They are extremely pleased with the service and personal attention their new bank gives them. The National Bank of Arizona has huge resources and it seems that that they have a branch in every town in the state.

When I asked Mrs. McMillan a little more about their company, she said that I didn’t get through to Kelly because he was on safari in Mozambique with Craig Boddington and wouldn’t be back until November. It’s a tough job, but somebody’s gotta do it. When their son Ryan McMillan returned from duty with the Navy SEALs in 2008, he had a real interest in the tactical side of the business, while old Dad got stuck with the hunting end, the poor guy. At any rate, it seems as though McMillan Firearms has weathered their dispute with Bank of America quite nicely and will continue making some of the finest quality firearms in the world for the foreseeable future.

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Advanced Armament Corp Announces Handi-Rifle Chambered in 300 AAC Blackout

Advanced Armament Corp., LLC (“AAC”) is proud to announce an economical option for 300 AAC BLK enthusiasts – The AAC Handi-Rifle chambered in 300 AAC BLK.

For many years, the Handi-Rifle has been the single-shot choice for of the accomplished and self-assured hunter that takes pride in their marksmanship.  The AAC Handi-Rifle honors that choice with an impeccable blend of simplicity, reliability and accuracy.

The ACC Handi-Rifle features a phosphate finish on a lightweight-profile 1:7-inch twist, 16-inch barrel. The barrel comes threaded in 5/8”×24 TPI with a thread protector and is ready to accept any variety of muzzle attachments or suppressors. A Picatinny rail on the receiver allows the mounting of any optic.  The AAC Handi-Rifle features a black, glass-filled polymer stock and retails for $359.

AAC Handi-Rifle Specifications (Manufacturer Part Number 102602):

• Caliber: 300 AAC Blackout (7.62x35mm)
• Barrel Length: 16”
• Twist: 1:7
• Muzzle Thread: 5/8”-24
• Stock: Glass-filled polymer, black matte finish, swivel studs, recoil pad
• Action: Single shot
• Sights: Scope mount rail, no iron sights
• Length:  30”
• Length of Pull: 11.75”
• MSRP: $359

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Free Outdoor Sporting Expo at Fish and Game in Concord, New Hampshire Sept. 22

Get set for the hunting and fishing seasons ahead at the National Hunting and Fishing Day N.H. Expo, which takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on September 22, 2012, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord. Admission is free! Stroll through more than 70 exhibits featuring hunting and fishing-related products and services. Lots of hands-on activities to try! Promotional support for the event is being provided by the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire, John Deere, Bonneville & Son Jeep and 96.5 The Mill.

Visitors to the Expo will have a chance to try archery, crossbow and air rifle ranges. Check out hunting gear and accessories – from guns to decoys to scents and calls. See pointing dog and retriever demos, and check out that new four-wheeler you’ve been dreaming about. Taxidermy exhibits and on-going fly-tying demos. Meet the state record buck holder John Klucky.

“This year’s Expo is bigger than ever. We have more exhibitors and more demos and hands-on activities for adults and teens who love hunting and fishing,” said Expo coordinator Mark Beauchesne of Fish and Game. “Don’t miss this fun, free event celebrating New Hampshire’s longstanding outdoor traditions.”

A big draw at the event will be a giant raffle featuring more than 50 items, including a pheasant hunt for two and a Savage Arms Axis rifle. The drawing will take place at 2 p.m. Raffle proceeds benefit the work of the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire, Fish and Game’s nonprofit partner that supports critical fish and wildlife conservation and education programs.

Food concessions will be available.

The Sporting Expo in Concord is one of two big events being hosted by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department on September 22, 2012, in observance of National Hunting and Fishing Day. That same day, also from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be a free Open House at Fish and Game’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at 387 Perch Pond Road in Holderness, featuring hands-on activities and demonstrations related to the shooting sports, hunting and trapping. Learn more about National Hunting and Fishing Day, and see lists of exhibitors and raffle prizes at http://www.wildnh.com/nhfday.

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Trinity Oaks Raffle Benefits Wounded Veterans, Children

A raffle being conducted by the charitable organization Trinity Oaks is giving hunters an opportunity to win one of two valuable prizes, while helping make it possible for wounded veterans and children to experience hunting, fishing, and other outdoor adventures.

First prize in the raffle is a customized Ford Top Drive truck known as “The Beast.” This ultimate hunting vehicle is equipped with everything you could need for a day afield – even a barbecue grill! The customized vehicle is valued at $120,000.

Second prize is a Krieghoff rifle in the winner’s choice of caliber. This fine rifle is valued at $10,000.

Raffle tickets cost $100. Only 1000 tickets will be sold, so ticket-buyers have an exceptional chance of winning one of these valuable prizes.

There are two ways to buy raffle tickets:

Use our PayPal link for a secure payment. Make a $100 payment in the window, and in the “Add special instructions to the seller” section, type “RAFFLE.” The ticket will be mailed to the address registered with your PayPal account.

PayPal link: http://bit.ly/TrinityOaks

OR

Mail a check, payable to “Trinity Oaks,” to:

Trinity Oaks
9385 Miller Lane
San Antonio, TX 78266

Phone: 210-447-0351

In your check’s Memo line, write “$100 Raffle”

All proceeds will go to Trinity Oaks’s wounded veteran programs, youth hunting and fishing programs, and venison and food distribution.

The drawing will be held on October 27 at a wounded veteran’s hunt in Port Mansfield, TX. One of the participating vets will draw the winning tickets. Winners will be contacted via phone, email, and/or certified mail.

Trinity Oaks is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that facilitates hunting, fishing, and outdoor experiences for our nation’s war heroes, as well as providing all-expense-paid dream hunts for terminally ill children. It mentors school groups, underprivileged youth, and physically-challenged kids, sharing with them the traditions of hunting and fishing. Trinity Oaks operates a private meat processing facility and averages a monthly donation of 2,500 pounds of venison to local charities.

For more information on Trinity Oaks, visit our website at http://trinityoaks.org/.

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Thompson/Center Arms Offers Fall Rebate for Bolt-Action and Muzzleloader Rifles

Mail-in Rebates Available for T/C Venture Rifle and Triumph Bone Collector Muzzleloader 

Thompson/Center Arms announced today that it will offer a fall rebate program on two of the manufacturer’s best-known models – the MOA guaranteed T/C Venture bolt-action rifle and the Triumph Bone Collector muzzleloader.  The mail-in rebate program will be available to consumers who purchase any new T/C Venture or Triumph Bone Collector model from September 1, 2012 through November 30, 2012 in the United States or Canada.

During the fall promotion, shooting sports enthusiasts who purchase one of the qualified rifles will be eligible for a $50 mail-in rebate.  Just in time for the fall hunting season, the new rebate program will allow sportsmen and women to select from one of 16 different calibers in the Venture lineup or one of the two top-of-the-line Triumph Bone Collector muzzleloaders. Delivering consistent performance and reliability in the field, both platforms have earned the trust of hunters across the country.

Made in America and backed by Thompson/Center’s lifetime warranty, the T/C Venture and Triumph Bone Collector muzzleloaders provide consumers an affordable, value-packed hunting rifle.

For more information about the fall rebates and to learn how to qualify visit www.tcarms.com.

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