ScentLok introduces women's sizes for its iconic Alpha Elite Jacket and Bib, featuring Carbon Alloy® odor-adsorbing technology, DryLok® waterproof membrane, and Thinsulate® insulation for late-season hunting. Both pieces are available in women's S–2XL in Mossy Oak Terra Gila pattern at $349.99 MSRP.
Easton introduces the Easton 5.0 hunting arrow and Match Grade 5MM Half-Out Component system, featuring seamless Acu-Carbon construction for versatile high-speed or high-FOC setups. The USA-manufactured system offers excellent spine consistency, reduced wind drift, and strong downrange energy with available spine sizes from 200 to 500.
Safari Club International (SCI) has named Georgia Governor Brian Kemp as its 2026 Governor of the Year for his leadership in wildlife conservation, sportsmen's rights, and public hunting access. Governor Kemp has prioritized funding for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and supported conservation initiatives including the Georgia Conservation Tax Credit.
The Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) announced Sadie Lester as the 2026 Outstanding Achievement in Hunting Award: Youth recipient. The 14-year-old from Bryan–College Station has harvested over 30 species across two continents and exemplifies ethical hunting standards and conservation values through her field accomplishments and community service.
Jeff Crane, President and CEO of the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, received the Dallas Safari Club's 2026 Peter H. Capstick Hunting Heritage Award for his exceptional dedication to wildlife conservation and hunting heritage preservation. The award recognizes Crane's decades of leadership advancing conservation policy and protecting America's sporting traditions.
Bald eagle populations continue to grow in Massachusetts, offering winter birders improved opportunities to spot these iconic birds. MassWildlife encourages observers to report eagle sightings and nests to help monitor the population's expansion across the Commonwealth.
The third annual Camp Warbler takes place June 1-3 at the Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center near Roscommon. This all-inclusive getaway includes lodging, meals, transportation from Detroit, and activities featuring guided wildlife drives through Shiawassee Wildlife Refuge, visits to Hartwick Pines State Park, and a Kirkland's Warbler breeding site. Tickets are $450 per person.
Scopos' 2026 National Air Rifle New Shooter League and National Air Pistol League completed Week 2 with Daniel Boone MCJROTC and Saint Thomas Academy leading the rifle rankings at 2-0, while NoVA Sharpshooters topped the pistol standings. Lafayette Gun Club and Palmyra Sportsmen's Assoc remain unbeaten in air pistol competition.
Pennsylvania's 37th Class of the Ross Leffler School of Conservation graduated 24 new State Game Wardens on January 31st. Notable graduates include Katherine Nealen (academics award), Adam Beinhauer (EVOC driving award), Michael Shatalov (marksmanship award), and David Kennedy (fitness award and Life Saving Award for rescuing a hiker on the Appalachian Trail).
SLG2, Inc. will bring its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Bass Pro Shops in Daytona Beach, Florida, February 12-15, 2026, as part of the 2026 Grand Safety Tour. The free, family-friendly event features firearms training using FATS by InVeris simulators, archery instruction, and product demonstrations from partners including Beretta, GLOCK, Vortex Optics, and Springfield Armory.
Michigan's Black Lake sturgeon season ended in just 48 minutes on February 7, 2026, after six fish were harvested by 679 registered anglers. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources, in cooperation with tribal governments and organizations including the Black Lake Chapter of Sturgeon For Tomorrow and Michigan State University, managed the successful season.
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department reminds anglers that ice fishing shanties must be removed before ice weakens or by March 29th, whichever comes first. Failure to comply can result in fines and license points.
Michigan residents and visitors can fish without a license during Free Fishing Weekend on February 14-15. The state is also waiving Recreation Passport fees and offering free vehicle entry to all 103 state parks and over 1,000 DNR-managed boating access sites.
The Healey-Driscoll Administration awarded $343,985 in grants through MassWildlife's Habitat Management Grant Program to seven organizations including the Alford Land Trust, Trustees of Reservations, Buzzards Bay Coalition, Berkshire Natural Resources Council, Nantucket Island Land Bank, and Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation to restore over 191 acres of wildlife habitat across Massachusetts.
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission has ordered the closure of bobcat hunting and trapping in Region 4 effective Wednesday, February 11th at midnight. Hunters can check current quota status on FWP's website.
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department offers landowners an electronic posting system for the 2026-27 hunting season with flexible options: full season, through deer gun season, or deer gun season only. Landowners can manage postings through their My Account profile on gf.nd.gov, with a July 1 deadline for digital posting.
MassWildlife is holding two virtual public hearings on February 23 to gather feedback on proposed deer hunting regulation packages. The first hearing addresses making emergency regulations in Wildlife Management Zones 13 and 14 permanent, while the second covers proposed changes to statewide hunting and tagging regulations. Written comments are due by March 9, 2026.
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will offer a combined Hunter and Bowhunter Education field day for online students in Forsyth on Saturday, March 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Forsyth Pronghorn Archery Range. Youths ages 12-17 can register for either course or become certified in both.
Kinetic Development Group recognizes MidwayUSA as a key stocking partner, highlighting their longstanding relationship built on trust and shared commitment to the shooting sports community. With new product launches planned for 2026, both companies are aligned on expanding their partnership and increasing KDG product availability through MidwayUSA.
The Archery Trade Association welcomed new board members James McGovern of Rinehart Targets, Tyson Yates of Easton, Jeff Adee of Headhunter Bowstrings, and Nick Fisher of Arizona Archery Enterprises, beginning their terms April 1, 2026. The ATA Board will meet in Columbus, Ohio in April.
The Pope and Young Club's Board of Directors unanimously approved allowing trophy bison from the Crow Reservation in Montana into their Records Program. Executive Director Justin Spring praised the Crow's efforts to restore the American bison species, while Records Chairman Roy E. Grace confirmed the herd met all Fair Chase requirements.
Turkeys for Tomorrow, along with the Pennsylvania Game Commission and state forestry department, is enhancing wild turkey habitat on Moshannon State Forest. TFT has provided winter wheat seed for 87 acres of food plots, with plans to expand to 300 acres as part of a large-scale woodland savanna opening project benefiting turkeys, elk, and whitetails.
Unknown Suppressors, an Idaho-based 3D-printed titanium suppressor manufacturer, partnered with Guidefitter to reach over 190,000 verified outdoor professionals. The partnership capitalizes on increased suppressor demand following the elimination of the $200 federal excise tax in January 2026.
Aaron Davidson, founder and CEO of Gunwerks, was featured as a guest on the Houston Safari Club Foundation's Hunting Matters podcast. Davidson discussed his engineering background, precision shooting philosophy, and Gunwerks' latest innovations including the Endex Rifle System and Revic BR10 Ballistic Rangefinding Binocular.
Michigan DNR encourages safe group riding practices for the Presidents Day weekend, emphasizing maintaining safe distances, accommodating inexperienced riders, and yielding to nonmotorized trail users on state-designated snowmobile and off-road vehicle trails.
WOOX has launched the Bravado "High Grade" line of American walnut stocks for Henry and Marlin lever-action rifles. Each hand-selected stock features exceptional grain quality and unique aesthetics, with adjustable cheek risers, M-LOK compatibility, and QD sling mounts for enhanced performance and customization.
Savage Arms introduces the 110 Trophy Series, a four-gun lineup featuring the 110 Trail Blazer, 110 Trail Blazer XP, 110 Ridge Hunter, and 110 Carbon Hunter. These rifles combine corrosion-resistant finishes, the Trophy stock with Quick Set Dial system, and rugged durability designed for dedicated hunters seeking reliable field performance.
Real Avid has launched its Master Collection for 1911, a comprehensive toolkit featuring cleaning supplies, maintenance tools, and chemicals designed for 1911 handgun enthusiasts. The collection includes the Smart Wrench, Gun Tool Amp, bore cleaning essentials, and specialized lubricants for optimal firearm performance.
Dasan USA began shipping the Alpha Foxtrot Attila 1911 double stack pistol following a successful 2026 SHOT Show debut. The compact 9mm pistol features a DLC-coated barrel, integrated compensator, optics-ready slide, and ships with Shield Arms magazines and ambidextrous safety.
Federal Ammunition is expanding its 6mm ARC cartridge lineup with three new offerings: American Eagle TMJ 110-grain, Fusion Tipped 110-grain, and Gold Medal Berger BT Target 108-grain. These loads are designed for competitive shooters, hunters, and target shooters using the AR-15 platform.
Charter Arms, a manufacturer of American-made revolvers based in Shelton, CT, has introduced the new Boomer Series featuring four caliber options and two finish choices. The compact defensive revolver is available in 9mm, .38 Special, .357, and .44 Special with prices ranging from $450.86 to $541.84.
Bear Creek Arsenal introduces the Huntmaster, the world's first high-value, high-performance AR-styled long action semi-automatic rifle featuring large calibers and unmatched accuracy. BCA is offering a limited-time promotion from February 10-17, providing a free scope with BC-8 rifle purchases, saving customers over $400.
Firearms News released its February 2026 issue featuring Springfield Armory's Echelon FC Pistol with an in-depth review by James Tarr. The issue includes articles on Ruger's LCP Max, Century Arms' BFT 556, and other firearms reviews from Outdoor Sportsman Group Publishing.
Insight Media Stream showcased its programmatic advertising platform at SHOT Show 2026, engaging with firearms, optics, ammunition, and tactical gear manufacturers. The company demonstrated data-driven digital advertising solutions designed for the outdoor and shooting sports market, highlighting measurable ROI and brand-safe targeting capabilities.
GunsAmerica, the oldest online firearms marketplace, completed its 14th consecutive year of SHOT Show coverage with 130 original articles, 61 short-form videos, and 27 full-length videos. Editorial Director True Pearce emphasized the platform's product-driven approach, leveraging its team's expertise in competitive shooting, hunting, and firearms collecting to provide practical insights beyond manufacturer announcements.
CZ will exhibit at Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic 2026 in Minneapolis, February 20-22, showcasing upland hunting firearms at Booth #1227. Hosted by Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever, the premier event features hundreds of exhibitors and supports habitat conservation.
Fish Monkey and Hunt Monkey will showcase their performance fishing and hunting gloves, socks, and headwear at the Sports Inc. February Outdoor Show, February 18-20, 2026, in Phoenix, Arizona. The brands will highlight winter products in Booth #336, featuring waterproof gloves and U.S.-made merino wool blend socks.
MaxCam, owned by MaxView Optics, will exhibit at the NBS 2026 Spring Semi-Annual Market in Oklahoma City, February 10-13. The company will showcase the MaxCam7 action camera and accessories at Booth #1825, marking the first NBS Market appearance under new ownership following the acquisition of Tactacam technology.
Traditions® Firearms will exhibit at the 2026 NBS Semi-Annual Spring Market, February 10–13, 2026, at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. The event connects vendors with North America's leading independent sporting goods retailers through exclusive access to hundreds of vendors and competitive buying programs.
VKTR Industries and White Label Armory will exhibit at the 2026 NBS Spring Show in Oklahoma City from February 10-13 at booth #207. VKTR will showcase their VK-1 short stroke piston rifle and new VKP Pro double stack 1911 handgun, while White Label Armory displays AR parts and accessories.
WATCHTOWER Defense will debut at IWA OutdoorClassics 2026 in Nuremberg, Germany, showcasing its double-stack 1911 pistols including the new Tactical Commander and flagship APACHE MKII, plus the RAIDER15 rifle platform. The company will be located in Hall 5, booth #272, offering exclusive show-only specials for dealers and distributors.
TriStar Arms will exhibit at the 2026 National Wild Turkey Federation Convention in Nashville, Tennessee as a Gobbler Sponsor, showcasing the new Upland Hunter Thumbhole Stock designed for turkey hunters with dual choke tube capability for versatile field performance.
Beretta will exhibit at the 2026 Western Hunt Expo, celebrating 500 years of craftsmanship with premium hunting rifles including the Sako 90 Finnlight, Tikka Ace Game and Target rifles, Tikka T3x Lite Roughtech Ember, and Beretta BRX1, plus hunting apparel collections and Top Knives at Booth #5720.
Legacy Sports International will showcase its 2026 firearms and accessories lineup from brands HOWA, POINTER, CITADEL, and SCSA at the NBS Show in Oklahoma City, February 10-13, 2026. Featured products include the HOWA Superlite Gen 2, Fence Line Series, new Pointer shotguns, and Citadel models at booth #1119.
Outdoor Cap will offer exclusive booth specials for Nations Best members at the 2026 Nations Best Show in Oklahoma City at Booth #729. National Sales Manager Joseph Smith highlights that special pricing on best-selling and new seasonal headwear is designed to help retailers boost margins with proven styles.
1791 Outdoor Lifestyle Group will exhibit at the NBS 2026 Spring Semi-Annual Market in Oklahoma City, February 10-13, showcasing new HUNT Line accessories, the Tac Leather Rifle Sling, holsters, and the Roni line of pistol-to-carbine conversion kits including the new Nano Roni.
Liberty Ammunition will exhibit at the Nation's Best Sports Show February 10-13 in Oklahoma City, showcasing innovations including the Liberty SPIKE in .380 and 9mm, along with OverWatch, Ultra-Light, and Civil Defense ammunition lines. CEO Gary Ramey emphasized the company's commitment to producing superior self-defense ammunition.
Killer Instinct Crossbows, owned by MaxView Optics, will exhibit at the NBS 2026 Spring Semi-Annual Market in Oklahoma City February 10-13. The company will showcase its new lineup of fully decockable crossbows at Booth #1825, with marketing support from Hunt Camp Company.
SCHEELS has renewed its sponsorship of the USA Clay Target League, the nation's largest youth clay target shooting sports organization, continuing support since 2012. With over 55,000 participants in 2025, the League will engage over 2,000 high schools and colleges in 2026.
Michigan's DNR Hunters Feeding Michigan program partnered with Potter Park Zoo's Animal Science and Zoo Management program to provide deer hearts to high school students across 15 schools for anatomy education. The initiative, coordinated through the Eaton Regional Education Service Agency, demonstrates how donated deer can support science education beyond traditional venison donations.
The Michigan Natural Resources Commission will meet Wednesday, Feb. 11, in Lansing at Lansing Community College. The meeting includes Distinguished Service and Hunter Education Instructor awards, furbearer regulations updates, and a legislative update, with livestreaming available.
World Fishing Network launches "Reel In Canada Fridays," a Friday night programming block featuring shows hosted by Lisa Roper, Alyx Parks, Josh Statham, Leo Stakos, Ron James, Jeff Chisolm, Angelo Viola, Pete Bowman, Mike Mitchell, Garett Ellingham, and Wes David exploring Canada's premier fishing destinations and techniques.
A new episode of Deer & Wildlife Stories with Keith Warren features RS Deer Ranch in Hempstead, Texas, owned by Roy and Shirley Malonson. The operation manages over 500 whitetail deer and specializes in producing superior stocker deer with CWD-resistant genetics to enhance trophy quality across Texas ranches.
Pursuit Channel has renewed its popular hunting series Red Arrow with host Kip Campbell for multiple years. The show, which features whitetail hunts and trophy-class deer action, consistently ranks among Pursuit's top-performing programs and will continue airing weekly across multiple platforms including Roku Channel, Samsung TV Plus, and Google TV.
Late January through early March marks coyote mating season. Prevent conflicts by supervising pets on leashes, removing human-associated food sources like garbage and pet food, and aggressively hazing coyotes using noise, visual intimidation, and physical pursuit to deter them from yards and neighborhoods.
The state of California has looked into the future of gun control in America and didn’t like what it saw. The state’s ability to restrict its residents’ gun rights is increasingly threatened by affordable, accessible 3D printing technology. Like other ‘usual suspect’ states such as New York, New Jersey, Illinois and Connecticut, California long ago outlawed the manufacture of unserialized home made firearms, what they call “ghost guns,” a term designed to scare the normies that originated on the left coast a dozen years ago.
California has a law on the books that bans, “knowingly or willfully aiding, abetting, prompting, or facilitating the unlawful manufacture of firearms.” Laws like that have spread to other anti-2A states as well. Colorado has a bill pending now that would make it illegal to possess “digital instructions that may be used to program a 3-dimensional printer or a computer numerical control (CNC) milling machine to manufacture or produce a firearm or firearm component.”
And with the recent change in control of government in Virginia, Old Dominion lawmakers are currently engaged in an anti-gun bacchanal of rights abrogation that will surely include similar bans and proscriptions.
Frustrated by the spread of 3D technology and their inability to nationalize their increasingly oppressive gun control laws beyond a few like-minded blue states, politicians in California have looked for ways to spread their tentacles into free America. They took a big step toward doing exactly that on Friday when Attorney General Rob Bonta and San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu filed suit against two popular repositories of 3D printing files, The Gatalog and CTRLPew.
The suit alleges that because both Florida-based sites’ files are available to the oppressed citizens of California, they’re violating California law. The civil complaint, accuses the defendants of . . .
distributing computer code for 3D printing firearms and prohibited firearm accessories and for promoting and facilitating the unlawful manufacture of 3D printed firearms and firearm accessories …
Defendants distributed or caused to be distributed digital firearm manufacturing code into California to unauthorized individuals. At all relevant times, Defendants aided, abetted, promoted, or facilitated the unlawful manufacture of firearms in California, including by distributing digital code and associated instructions that are intended to and do enable the manufacture or production of firearms using a 3D printer into California.
The Gatalog and CTRLPew have dared to . . .
[make] computer code and instructions for producing over 150 different designs of lethal firearms and prohibited firearm accessories available to anyone with access to the Internet, including in California.
The problem, of course, is that 3D technology is not only widely available, but easy to use. So easy, in fact, that even civil servants can do it.
As part of their investigation, the People used Defendants’ code to build a fully functioning Glock-style handgun. The People downloaded the code and instructions necessary for building this deadly weapon from Defendants’ website with a few simple keystrokes. The download was performed from a computer in San Francisco with a California-based IP address.
Oh dear.
Make no mistake about the intent of this lawsuit. It’s unadulterated lawfare, plain and simple.
Courts have ruled that 3D print files are a form of speech, protected by the First Amendment. Guns are obviously protected under the Second. California — not to mention the other anti-gun states with which they’re no doubt colluding — couldn’t possibly care less about the First or Second Amendment rights implications of the suit. The intent here is to overwhelm two small distributors of 3D gun files with a long, expensive legal fight and send a message to anyone else who makes these kinds of files available — you’re next.
They haven’t been able to criminalize digital gun files on a federal level like they want. So instead, they are suing Florida residents under California law to try to bankrupt them, and thereby send a chilling message: if you host these files, and a Californian can download them, you are next.
That’s an attempt at national censorship. It supplants Congress, as it de facto results in our tyrannical one-party state, setting national policy.
This is one of the most evil things California has ever done, and that’s saying something. It must be defeated. And even those uneasy about 3D printing of guns should be outraged by California’s end-run around Congress. As should the leadership of other states, particularly Florida.
