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Alpen Binoculars and Spotting Scopes Make Great Holiday Gifts For Birders

Alpen 711 20X50 Mini Spotting Scope

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Rancho Cucamonga, CA --(AmmoLand.com)- With 48 million Americans reporting they watch birds around the home and on trips, chances are there’s a birder in your life who would love to get a pair of binoculars or a spotting scope this holiday season.

The good news is you can surprise that special someone with high quality binoculars and scopes from Alpen Optics and stay within your budget.

Alpen Optics is known for its superior quality optical products and great features and accessories at affordable prices. You can find Alpen’s products, which are backed by a limited lifetime factory warranty, at online stores or official dealers near you.

Monoculars are a great gift for young bird watchers. Alpen’s 8×25 and 10×25 waterproof monoculars are perfect for small hands and faces. They are lightweight, compact and can stand up to tough conditions. At a MSRP of about $80, they provide clear, crisp viewing for beginning birders.

Backyard birders will appreciate Alpen’s 8×42 wide angle binoculars. If you watch birds from the comfort of your armchair, you want top viewing performance without paying extra for features you don’t need such as waterproofing. The 8×42 non waterproof binoculars carry an MSRP of about $53 yet will offer bright, sharp viewing of the birds at your backyard birdfeeders.

If you’re buying binoculars for someone who is more serious about their wildlife watching hobby, consider Alpen’s 8×42 or 10×42 waterproof models. Also, shop for fully multicoated optics for maximum light gathering properties so you can bringin all the color and detail you need to ID birds even in low light conditions. At MSRPs ranging from $180 to $400, you can get top notch glass at a great value.

Alpen Optics spotting scopes are the ultimate tool for getting up close and personal with the world of birds whether it’s mockingbirds nesting in your yard or eagle watching at a wildlife refuge. MSRPs can range from just over $200 up to about $1,200 depending on what features are most important to you. If you want something a bit more portable for viewing from your car at the local park, check out Alpen’s compact spotting scopes. With an easy-to-use window car mount, you’ll be checking out birds on the fly.

For more information about Alpen Optics, visit their website www.alpenoutdoor.com or www.alpenoptics.com, or call 877-987-8370.

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Alpen Optics Supports Upcoming Wounded Warrior Hunt

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Alabama --(AmmoLand.com)- This November and December, 14 wounded warriors will enjoy excellent deer hunting in Alabama thanks to the Semper Fi Community Task Force and outdoor companies such as Alpen Optics.

Alpen Optics, which has developed top quality binoculars, spotting scopes, rifle scopes and accessories, will show their appreciation for these heroes by donating waterproof monoculars to each hunter.

“The small, but bright monoculars are ideal for spotting game and are lightweight and easy to carry,” said Vickie Gardner, Alpen Optics’ vice president of stuff.

In addition, Alpen has provided hats, key chain lights and more for the gift bags that will be presented to the Marines and soldiers participating in the hunts.

Hunters will be guided by expert deer guides on premier private property. In addition, they will use blinds designed for those with special needs.

“We want these very special heroes to know how much their fellow citizens appreciate what they have done for their country and to know we have not forgotten them,” said J. Wayne Fears, outdoor writer and Wounded Warrior planning committee member.

“There is a peace to be found when hunting with good friends, and we hope to help these wounded warriors find that peace, and the healing that comes with being in the outdoors.”

To learn more about Alpen Optics visit their website at www.alpenoutdoor.com or www.alpenoptics.com, or by calling 877-987-8370.

For more information about the Wounded Warrior Project, visit their website at www.woundedwarriorproject.org

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