Dead Air Silencers will serve as headline sponsor and exhibitor at CANCON West, October 22-24, 2026, at Boulder Rifle & Pistol Club in Boulder City, Nevada. The company will showcase its complete suppressor lineup including the CT5P, Lazarus 6, Mojave 45, and Nomad Ti OTB models.
Block Targets, based in Superior, Wisconsin, continues its partnership as a Whitetails Unlimited national sponsor. The award-winning archery target manufacturer produces durable block targets for all skill levels, compatible with field points, fixed blade, and expandable broadheads.
Carbon Express announced that Robin Jäätma, Estonia's only World Archery Championships medalist and former under-21 world champion, has joined its professional shooting team. The 25-year-old compound archer will compete with Carbon Express target arrows and has achieved a career-high world ranking of No. 6.
Beretta will return to the 2026 National Sporting Clays Championship in San Antonio, Texas, October 17-25, featuring demo shotguns, retail services, and sponsorship of the Super Sporting competition. Team Beretta members including Desirae Edmunds, Zachary Kienbaum, and Anthony Matarese, Jr. will compete, while attendees can preview new unreleased shotguns and limited-edition 500-year anniversary products.
Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation (OSCF) sponsored the Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers (AGLOW) 70th Anniversary Conference in Lewiston, New York, October 11-15, 2026. OSCF Executive Director Jim Curcuruto discussed research on fishing recruitment, hunter interest, and lead ammunition while networking with outdoor communicators.
Bilson Arms, an American-made tactical rifle and pistol manufacturer based in Louisiana, has joined Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor. The company specializes in innovative AR platform firearms, including their pump-style charging system and Blue-Collar Suppressors line.
Taurus USA will exhibit at the sold-out Revolver Fest 2026, October 10–12 at Clinton House Plantation, hosted by American Fighting Revolver. Taurus General Manager of Marketing Caleb Giddings will serve as a featured instructor, bringing over 20 years of industry and competition experience to the premier revolver training event.
SK Guns announced its role as gold sponsor for the K9s United Royale Gala on October 10, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida. The company donated a 24k gold-plated Colt 1911 for auction, with 100% of proceeds supporting K9s United's mission to train and equip law enforcement K9 teams nationwide.
Realtree has renewed its commitment as a national sponsor of Whitetails Unlimited, the premier conservation organization dedicated to white-tailed deer and hunting heritage. WTU President Jeff Schinkten praised Realtree's longstanding support and camouflage innovation since 1986.
Wild Wildebeest Safaris continues its partnership with Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor, offering South African hunting safaris across thousands of acres with access to more than 50 game species. WTU President Jeff Schinkten praised the company's commitment to customer satisfaction and five-star hunting experiences in Southern Africa.
EOTECH has made a monetary donation to the Core Medical Foundation to support veterans, active-duty military, law enforcement, and first responders. The foundation's mission includes providing free telehealth, bloodwork, and hormone replacement therapy to address the veteran suicide epidemic through initiatives like their Annual Military Appreciation Weekend.
RAVIN Crossbows has been named a Supporting Sponsor for the 22nd annual Industry Day at the Range on January 18, 2027, at Boulder Rifle and Pistol Club in Boulder City, Nevada. The event, held the day before SHOT Show, allows manufacturers to showcase new products to media and industry buyers, with RAVIN returning 10 years after its debut.
Precise Recruiting Solutions, a leading recruiting firm in the firearms and outdoor industries, is sponsoring the cocktail hour at the 2026 NASGW Annual Expo on October 13th. The event will provide networking opportunities for manufacturers, wholesalers, and industry professionals.
Ballista, a crossbow manufacturer, has joined Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor. WTU President Jeff Schinkten announced the partnership, noting Ballista's advanced crossbows for hunting, bowfishing, and recreational use. The sponsorship strengthens WTU's mission of wildlife conservation and hunting tradition preservation.
Boyt Harness Company and Mud River have become national sponsors of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever in a three-year partnership supporting upland habitat conservation. The collaboration includes gold sponsorship at National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic, video projects, and chapter banquet programs reaching over 350,000 people annually.
Mark 7 Reloading is sponsoring the 2026 US IPSC Nationals, organized by the United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA), taking place October 1-4 at Greater Pittsburgh Gun Club in Pennsylvania. Tom Carlson and Conor Craig will represent Mark 7 at the event featuring 21 dynamic competitive shooting stages.
Whitewater Fishing, a performance fishing apparel maker, has joined Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor. WTU President Jeff Schinkten welcomed the partnership, noting that Whitewater's high-performance gear aligns with the outdoor interests of WTU's 120,000-plus members.
Beretta will sponsor the Super Sporting competition and exhibit at the 2026 NSCA South Central Regional Championship at Providence Hill Farm in Jackson, Mississippi, September 29-October 4. Team Beretta athletes Desirae Edmunds, Zachary Kienbaum, Anthony Matarese, Jr., and Connor Daniel will compete, while attendees can experience Beretta shotguns including the 694 Black DLC, DT11 Super Sport, and A400 Solo.
Night Fision will exhibit and send a four-man shooting team to the Hero Down White Mountains Summit 2026 in New Hampshire. Team captain Sean Martin will defend his Top Pistol Shooter title while supporting the Hero Down Foundation's mission to assist injured officers and veterans.
Leapers, Inc. is sponsoring the IDPA National Championship for the first time in 2026 at Cardinal Shooting Center in Ohio, supporting the vendor tent and the "Bad Guy Attack" stage. Director of Operations Kenny Huang will compete at the Master level while representing Leapers' UTG, UTG Pro, and Integrix brands.