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Set to Premiere on December 27 with a Special ONE HOUR Episode – Presented by Realtree

Sportsman Channel - True Test of Survival - Dropped: Project Alaska

Sportsman Channel

New Berlin, Wis. --(Ammoland.com)- Enter the minds of Chris and Casey Keefer as they show you how they survived 28 days in Alaska’s backcountry in the Sportsman Channel original production, Dropped: Project Alaska presented by Realtree.

The Keefers were dropped in a remote part of Alaska where they had to pit their skills as hunters, woodsmen and anglers against an unforgiving landscape.

Produced in conjunction with Rusted Rooster Media and InterMedia Outdoors, the original series will premiere exclusively on Sportsman Channel, the leader in outdoor TV for the American Sportsman, on Tuesday, December 27 at 9 pm ET with a special, one-hour episode.

Catch a sneak peek of the show by visiting www.thesportsmanchannel.com

“The Keefers are perfect for this show – they shared the network’s desire to do something that would be truly monumental in outdoor TV. What is a better way to do that than by creating a real-life journey of survival set amongst some of the most stunning scenery in the world?” said Greg Trager, VP of Programming and Production, Sportsman Channel.

When the Keefers were “dropped” in September, viewers were able to follow their daily progress via their satellite phone and SPOT messaging system. Their messages were posted on Sportsman’s Facebook page at http://facebook.com/SportsmanChannel and on Realtree’s page at http://facebook.com/RealtreeOutdoors

“We are using those SPOT messages and video snippets the Keefers shot themselves to provide our viewers a more rounded experience of what they didn’t see during the series,” said Trager.

The Keefers began their float with only 100 pounds of gear on each of them. They had no provisions in their backpacks – all their gear was for catching, trapping or killing their food and then preparing it.

“We are bringing our fans face-to-face with the reality of eating only what you can kill,” said Casey Keefer. “This was a true test of mind, body and soul – and you’ll see from our journals and behind-the-scenes footage we’ll share, that it was beyond anything we expected.”

As they winded their way over 110 river miles of the most perilous and game-rich country in the world, the brothers attempted to spot and stalk Caribou, Moose, Black Bear and Wolf. Plus, viewers will see these die-hard bowhunters fly fish.

“Many people will tell you their show is unlike any other – but honestly, THIS show is unlike any other. What outdoor TV producers purposely try to survive for 28 days in the wilderness?” said Chris Keefer.

“This Dropped project is one of the coolest things Realtree has ever been involved in,” said David Blanton, VP of TV/Video, Realtree. “When you’re left to fend for yourself in the middle of nowhere, that’s as real as it gets and, of course, viewers will really experience the thrill of the unknown right along with Kasey and Chris. It’s going to be fun to watch.”

About Sportsman Channel:
Launched in 2003, Sportsman Channel, and Sportsman HD, is the only television and digital media company fully devoted to the more than 82 million sportsmen in the United States, delivering entertaining and educational programming focused exclusively on hunting, shooting and fishing activities. Sportsman Channel reaches 27 million U.S. television households and is available in HD, visit http://sportsmanhd.com Visit www.thesportsmanchannel.com, follow on Twitter, @SPORTSMANchnl (www.twitter.com/SPORTSMANchnl) and Like on Facebook, www.facebook.com/sportsmanchannel

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Anchorage Second Amendment Task Force

Anchorage, AK --(Ammoland.com)- On April 17, when Governor Sean Parnell adjourned the Alaska Legislature, there were four pro-gun bills left pending from the 2011 legislative session.

Due to Alaska’s two-year sessions, all pending 2011 bills will carry over and be considered in 2012.

• House Bill 80, sponsored by state Representative Mark Neuman (R-15), is a no-duty-to-retreat bill and would extend the right to use force, including deadly force, for self-defense anywhere a person has a legal right to be.  HB 80 passed in the state House by a 33 to 6 vote.  This bill is now pending in the Senate Judiciary Committee.
• House Bill 83, also sponsored by state Representative Neuman, would establish an apprentice hunting program.  This bill is pending in the House Resources Committee.
• Senate Bill 2, sponsored by state Senator Linda Menard (R-G), would create National Rifle Association special-request license plates.  SB 2 is currently pending in the Senate Finance Committee.
• Senate Bill 105, sponsored by state Senator Charlie Huggins (R-H), would designate the Pre-1964 Winchester Model 70 .30-06 as the official state firearm.  This bill is pending in the Senate State Affairs Committee.

When the next legislative session begins in January we will be keeping you informed on the status of HB 80 in the senate. We consider it imperative to pass this legislation.

At first this may appear to unrelated to firearms. Long range projection implies that may not be so. You may be aware that the current regime in Washington floated the idea of stopping shooting on “some” federal lands because the noise annoyed other users. (This may be a good reason to deregulate suppressors)

The idea of stopping recreational shooting met extreme resistance this time. You can bet the idea will be proposed again. Anti shooting forces are more successful at the local level. Consider the Palmer area and the efforts against shooting in that area.

When one considers Agenda 21 a trend by government to gain regulatory control of all lands becomes evident. Anchorage Title 21 is a heavy handed takeover of land use at the local level. It makes one wonder how long before shooting ranges will be regulated out of business. Consider attending this meeting to show support for repeal of the Title 21 rewrite.

Very Important Property Rights Meeting

All home owners, property owners, builders, contractors, realtors and all persons that value property rights must to be at this meeting. We are recommending that the Rewrite either be scrapped altogether or at the minimum all of Dan Coffey’s recommended amendments be incorporated in the Rewrite.

The Rewrite is a massive imposition of regulations that we don’t need. It will increase the cost of new construction. You will need permission to do anything to your own property. It will increase the culture of corruption. (Who has enough bribe money to get what he wants.) This is being imposed on you by a small group that wants Anchorage to be like Portland. Lynn Peterson, Portland’s planner, consults with them. Portland is rated as the worst planned city in the U.S.

The origins of these changes come from Agenda 21. There are strands of it all through Title 21. Watch the 15 minute video at the link below to see how your freedom is being regulated from you. There will be free copies of this video on DVD available at the meeting.

Please let all your friends know about this meeting. It can make a difference for the future of your children

Anchorage is rated the 10th best city in the U.S. by Business Week but we have folks that want to change that.

About:
The mission of The Anchorage Second Amendment Task Force is to provide Alaskans with the knowledge of the meaning and true purpose of the second amendment to the U.S. Constitution, with which they may conduct themselves as responsible citizens of our republic. Visit: www.anchorage2atf.com

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