Cross Archery DOA Crossbow

Cross Archery

USA --(Ammoland.com)- The battle line has been drawn and the ranks are forming. Do you want to be a part of the Cross army?

If so, get the new Cross DOA or Hero and join the fight on 5-1-12.

“With today’s crossbow market being the most vertical segment of the outdoor industry, we are compelled to fill the largest void in the market and provide a premium high performance Dealer Only line of equipment that balances the entire industry,” BJ Wolf, brand manager for Cross Crossbows, says.

You will be well-armed with the DOA, featuring a best-in-class, first of its kind, shoot-through foot stirrup increasing the power stroke to a stellar 16″, producing speeds to 385 feet per second.

The CarbonLite technology removes up to 43% of the weight from the front end so the center of gravity is moved back to the end of the stock. The DOA is comfortable and easy to shoulder all the way to your hunting location. The DOA, available in Carbon and Realtree APG, features high-velocity Whiplash cams and the Crosswire® String and Cable system.

You can always expect a smooth 3.5lb trigger pull thanks to Cross’s new ADF MIM trigger. This bow is truly a top performer and a favorite for the hunter looking for the highest level of performance and cutting edge design.

The package is complete with a quiver, three arrows, rope-cocking device, illuminated scope and sling.

Power

• 185 draw weight
• 131 ft pounds of energy
• 15 in power stroke
• 385 feet per second

Dimensions

• 8.3 lbs weight
• 37 in length
• 24 in width
• 22 in arrow length

Cross Archery HERO Crossbow

Hero
Be the hunter talked about this season with the Cross Hero in hand. Meticulously designed, this crossbow is packed with features enabling you to better your shooting performance, while keeping the comfort and efficiency you demand. You’ll love the patented Quick Detach Front End, finally making it fast and easy to breakdown a crossbow.

With the push of a button, the bow is disassembled for efficient storage, eliminating the need for an oversized case. The Hero ships with Cross’s new ADF (Anti-Dry Fire) trigger system and an adjustable cheek plate and butt stock for a custom fit to you. The Hero model features the Crosswire® String and Cable system for quieter, smoother shots and increased string life.

The package is complete with a quiver, three arrows, rope-cocking device and illuminated scope and sling. The bow just needs a Hero. It has your name written all over it….literally.

Power

• 160 draw weight
• 115 ft pounds of energy
• 15.5 in power stroke
• 350 feet per second

Dimensions

• 8.5 lbs weight
• 37.5 in length
• 26.75 in width
• 22 in arrow length

Both bows available May 1, 2012.

MADE IN THE USA!

For more information, visit them online at www.crossarchery.com

New Jersey Fish and Game

Trenton, NJ --(Ammoland.com)- The NJDEP Division of Fish and Wildlife is advising bowhunters that deer harvested during the 2012 Winter Bow Season must be reported using the new Automated Game Check System (AGCS) instead of being brought to a deer check station.

Using the AGCS, hunters will report their deer over the telephone or online.

2012 Bow Licenses now come with a Harvest Report Stub (which includes a Harvest Number) instead of a Transportation Tag.

Once successful hunters retrieve their kill they are to complete the stub with the exception of the “Confirmation Number” – this number will be provided when the deer is reported via the AGCS. When reporting deer hunters will provide additional information (date, zone, etc.) about their deer.

More information, including images of the new Harvest Report Stub, is available at http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/deercheck_agcs.htm .

All bow hunters are encouraged to review this information before heading to their hunting location.

Register Now for a Chance to Bow Hunt Alabama's Little River State Park

AmmoLand Gun News

Alabama --(Ammoland.com)- For the first time in 80 years, Little River State Park in Atmore, Ala., is offering a three-day controlled archery hunt Jan. 26-28, 2012 for just $500 per hunter. Proceeds from the hunt benefit Ironmen Outdoor Ministries, which manages the state park.

Ironmen Outdoor Ministries is a not for profit organization that commits itself to compassionately reach out and bless those who are in need; particularly those who are handicapped, children in need, the impoverished and the abandoned.

Click www.littleriverstatepark.com/Archery_Hunt_Registratio.html
for a chance to take part in this hunt package, which includes food and lodging. Each hunter and one non-hunting guest will stay in a modern (2BR, CHA, full kitchen) handicap-accessible mobile home with a beautiful view of the lake and spillway.

A hot breakfast and dinner will be provided each day with a sandwich lunch. Southern cuisine will be featured including southern fried chicken, fried catfish, T-Bone steaks and baby back ribs along with all the trimmings.

The hunting terrain includes more than 900 acres of prime long-leaf pine plantation and hardwood bottoms surrounding a pristine 25-acre lake. Food plots are scattered throughout the property.

Hunters can arrive as early as noon, Jan. 25. Orientation to the park and staff will be scheduled at 2 p.m. the same day. Hunters will be made familiar with the property boundaries, food plot locations and non-hunting areas. Hunters will then be free to scout the property at 3 p.m. Hunting will not start until the morning of January 26 and will conclude at the end of legal hunting times on January 28. Hunters and guests will be required to check out by 10 a.m. on January 29.

Each hunter will need to bring his/her own climbing stand, ladder stand or ground blind (no stands or blinds will be furnished by LRSP). Four wheelers, side-by-side ATVs and golf carts are welcome for the hunt

LRSP personnel will be more than glad to assist the hunter in the processing of the harvested deer (bring coolers for meat). Hunters can donate any unwanted meat for distribution through local charities to those in need.

ALL hunters will be required to meet all regulations stipulated by the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division. These regulations can be found in the Alabama Hunting and Fishing Digest 2011-2012.

Quest Bowhunting

Memphis, Mich –(Ammoland.com)- Quest Bowhunting, a division of G5 Outdoors, Introduces the new Rogue Bow featuring the new Fluid Cam system, parallel limb design, and longer brace height making it extremely forgiving and smooth shot after shot.

With the release of the Rogue, Quest bridges accuracy, smoothness, and a compact design into one solid performance driven bow.

Quest Rogue Bow

At a short 31” axle to axle, this bow is the ultimate bowhunting machine. The Rogue lives up to what many archers demand out of a hunting rig. Archery hunters searching for a high speed bow with a very smooth draw cycle need not look any farther.

The new Rogue is a technology driven weapon with many additional state of the art upgrades from previous Quest bows. Whether you’re shooting from a treestand or ground blind, the Rogue proves to be the new flagship of the entire Quest bow line – it delivers everything hunters look for in a hunting bow and more.

“We designed the Rogue to deliver superior performance and put the hurt on big game without putting the hurt on your pocketbook” stated G5 President Matt Grace.

Rogue Specs:

• Speed: 315 FPS
• Weight: 4.2lbs
• Brace Height: 7 -1/2”
• Axle to Axle: 31”
• Draw Length: 26” to 30.5” Available in 1/2 increments
• Lbs: 50, 60, 70
• MRSP: $429

About Quest Bowhunting:
Quest Bowhunting is a family owned business backed by more than 40 years of precision manufacturing experience. Quest Bowhunting strives to provide superior Bowhunting products that enhance the archery experience.

To learn more about Quest, visit www.questbowhunting.com or call (866) 456-8836.

IQ Bowsight

Superior, Wisconsin --(Ammoland.com)- The IQ Bowsight is without a doubt the most sought-after bowsight in the bowhunting industry.

Despite the sophisticated technology inside the IQ’s Retina Lock, setting up the Retina Lock is actually exceptionally easy.

IQ’s Mike Weinkauf guides you through its setup in a compilation of YouTube videos that can get you on target and dead-nuts accurate within just a few minutes.

The key is to not over think it. Set your 20-yard pin just like you would on any other sight, and then micro-adjust your Retina Lock to align with your eye while your anchor point and hold are perfect. Every shot after that will provide instant feedback that will tell you if there is even the slightest bit of torque or change in your anchor point.

In almost no time at all, you’ll see how the IQ’s Retina Lock reinforces the proper form—no matter the angle of inclination or declination—to build confidence and to ultimately extend your effective shooting range.

YouTube Videos Makes Setting Up the IQ Bowsight Even Easier

Each IQ Bowsight comes with a CD showing how to properly set it up, but the new videos demonstrate the ease and simplicity of setting up this world-class sight. Weinkauf, a highly acclaimed bowhunter, hosts the videos, and he demonstrates the amazing simplicity of setting up the IQ Bowsight in the first video: youtu.be/MXsh8RUXEnM.

“Setting up the IQ bowsight can seem intimidating at first,” said Weinkauf, Field Logic’s executive vice president and chief marketing officer. “In these videos, we wanted to show just how easy it really is to set this system up.

“Within a few shots, you’ll soon see how every other sight on the market has become obsolete,” Weinkauf continued.

In addition to the YouTube video on setting up the IQ Bowsight, Field Logic has also filmed videos with useful tips on using the IQ Bowsight. They can be viewed at: youtu.be/2XdOzMtu9cc and youtu.be/bsxKHAO6ikA.

The IQ Bowsight is available in four- and seven-pin configurations in both left- and right-hand versions. It is available at retailers with suggested retail prices of $199.99 and $219.99 for the four- and seven-pin configurations, respectively.

For detailed information on the IQ Bowsight and to view the detailed video and impressive commercials, visit the website at www.iqbowsights.com. Visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/IQBowsight.

Bowhunters Strike Gold with Sportsman Channel’s Cabela’s Bownanza

Sportsman Channel

New Berlin, Wis. --(Ammoland.com)- With bowhunting activity reaching fever pitch across the nation, Sportsman Channel, the leader in outdoor TV for the American Sportsman, is proud to honor the rich heritage of the sport with three action-packed nights of bowhunting programming, beginning September 14, with Cabela’s “Bownanza.” Sportsman Channel offers more bowhunting programming than any other network on television, spearheaded by market-leading shows like Heartland Bowhunter, Major League Bowhunter, Territories Wild, Easton Bowhunting, Bowhunter TV and Muzzy Bad to the Bone Bowhunting.

“Bowhunting is one of the most popular genres on our network right now and we are proud to offer this many shows dedicated to the pursuit of large and small game with just a bow and arrow,” said Gavin Harvey, CEO of Sportsman Channel. “The network will continue to deliver superior programming, from the top hosts, about this exciting genre, season after season. It’s just one of the reasons why we are the ultimate destination for the American sportsman.”

“Bownanza” kicks off on September 14, during Big Game Wednesdays presented by Wildgame Innovations. Five series will showcase their best bowhunting episodes, punctuated by a brand-new episode of The Zone at 9:30 pm EST. The special programming continues on September 15, as the stick and string takes over seven episodes of Thursday Traditions presented by The Sportsman’s Guide, with Hunting University (7:30 pm EST) and Savage Outdoors (8:30 pm EST) debuting premiere episodes. Additionally, viewers can chat LIVE with Randy Newberg, host of On Your Own Adventures, at 9 pm ET on Sportsman’s Facebook page. Simply go to http://facebook.com/sportsmanchannel and click on the “Bownanza” tab.

And all that is but a precursor to Full Draw Fridays on September 16. Already the home of the best bowhunting lineup on television, this week’s slate includes brand-new episodes from seven top series like Bowhunter TV, Muzzy Bad to the Bone, Heartland Bowhunter and Strickland’s Archery Adventures.

“Bownanza” Special Programming:

Wednesday, September 14

• Tim Roller’s Wild Addiction – 7:00 pm
• Life at Table Mountain – 7:30 pm
• Whitetail Properties – 8 pm
• The Zone – 9:30 pm – NEW EPISODE!
• Back Country Quest – 10:30 pm

Thursday, September 15

• Mike Avery’s Outdoor Magazine – 7 pm
• Hunting University – 7:30 pm – NEW EPISODE!
• Brotherhood Outdoors – 8 pm
• Savage Outdoors – 8:30 pm – NEW EPISODE!
• On Your Own Adventures – 9 pm – CHAT LIVE WITH RANDY ON FACEBOOK!
• Major League Bowhunter – 9:30 pm
• Territories Wild – 10:30 pm

Friday, September 16

• Red Arrow – 7pm – NEW EPISODE!
• Strickland’s Archery Adventures – 7:30 pm – NEW EPISODE!
• Muzzy Bad to the Bone – 8 pm – NEW EPISODE!
• Heartland Bowhunter – 8:30 pm – NEW EPISODE!
• Excalibur’s Huntin’ the Backwoods – 9 pm – NEW EPISODE!
• Maximum World Archery Tour – 9:30 pm – NEW EPISODE!
• Bowhunter TV – 10 pm – NEW EPISODE!
• Easton Bowhunting – 10:30 pm

SPORTSMAN CHANNEL: Launched in 2003, Sportsman Channel 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 is now available in HD, check with your local cable or satellite provider. Acquired by InterMedia Outdoors Holdings in 2006, Sportsman Channel reaches 27 million U.S. television households and is a part of the nation’s largest multimedia company targeted exclusively to serving the information and entertainment needs of outdoors enthusiasts. Visit www.thesportsmanchannel.com, follow on Twitter, @SPORTSMANchnl (www.twitter.com/SPORTSMANchnl), become a Fan on Facebook, www.facebook.com/sportsmanchannel and download Sportsman App at www.itunes.com/appstore

Bowhunting - Up Close and Personal

U.S. Sportsmen's Alliance

Columbus, OH --(Ammoland.com)- With fall days sweeping across much of North America, it’s the time when hunters everywhere think of two related topics: archery and white-tailed deer.

Generally, archery seasons are a relatively new concept with many being created by state game departments during the 1950s and 60s.

Today, an estimated 9 million Americans participate in archery, and many of those are bowhunters.

Increasing whitetail deer numbers have meant more hunting opportunities—and sometimes more controversy. The deer numbers have grown across America thanks to conservation, wildlife management, and increased interest by hunters and landowners. Hunting areas and seasons have expanded thanks to the work of the U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance and sportsmen nationwide to defend hunting through Congress, the courts and legislatures coast to coast. Today, every state offers an archery hunting season—and with that, many reasons to grab a bow and some arrows, and head afield.

The Basics
Bowhunting is a “back-to-the-basics” adventure. Once you have a bow and arrows, you are nearly ready to go hunting. Most hunters also add sights, a release aid, quiver, silencers, stabilizers, a rest—and other gear to their bow. Others utilize more traditional equipment which is mainly a recurve or longbow with few add-ons.

Additionally, you will need broadheads, practice points, a backstop, and possibly a treestand or blind. To be certain that you have and use the proper arrows for your bow and archery plans, select the proper arrow. More details are at: www.eastonarchery.com/download/selectioncharts. Then, after some practice and refining your proficiency at given distances, you’ll need to turn your attention to hunting areas and the animals you wish to hunt.

Deer motivate approximately 90% of the U.S. hunting market expenditures, and most bowhunters have visions of whitetails and mule deer in their minds. Of course, you can also hunt bear, elk, pronghorns, wild boar, turkeys in some states, and small game species, like squirrels, with your bow. In numerous states, archery licenses are affordable and available over-the-counter.

If you do want to improve your archery skills or learn more about bowhunting, consider joining an archery league, shooting at a 3-D course, or taking a state game department bowhunter education course. Some state’s might offer special youth hunts in case you have a young bowhunter seeking a place to go hunting.

Bowhunting success often comes to those who take the time to learn their bow and gear, the fine details about the animal they hunt, and their personal limitations. As a rule, bowhunting requires that hunters get within 30 to 40 yards of the animal.

The good news is that many bowhunting seasons are open when the weather is warm, fall leaves are colorful, and deer are often on the move in search of acorns and other foods or when they are in mating season. Well-worn game trails can reveal the best places to hang a treestand, place a store purchased blind, or build your own blind, and settle in for your wait.

The Future
While anti-hunting and animal rights organizations have worked to stop or curtail bowhunting mopportunities, the U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance has worked to protect bowhunting—and expand opportunities. The USSA was the leader in creating the Bowhunting Rights Coalition in 2005 that brought together some of the nation’s premier hunting organizations to defend against anti-archery legislation in several states. In recent times, the Coalition has helped open Sunday bowhunting seasons and other opportunities.

About the USSA:
The U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliances watchdog efforts protect the rights of hunters, anglers and trappers in the courts, legislatures, at the ballot, in Congress, and through many public education programs. The USSA has more than 150,000 registered Sentries that regularly receive information about conservation issues, and then they actively work to promote and protect scientific conservation through calls and contacts. For more information about the U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance and the Sentry program, call (614) 888-4868 or visit: www.ussportsmen.org.

Nikon Bolt XR Crossbow scope

Nikon Hunting

Melville, NY --(Ammoland.com)-Attention crossbow hunters! Nikon wants to help make this season your most accurate ever. For a limited time you can qualify for a $50 rebate when you step up to a Bolt XR crossbow scope with BDC 60 reticle.

The Bolt XR Crossbow scope is designed from the ground up to make hunters more accurate at any range. No repackaged rifle scope parts here! Precise ¼-inch quick focus eyepiece and fully multicoated lenses that are parallax free at 20 yards make this the scope of choice for serious crossbow shooters.

The all new BDC 60 reticle gives you precise circles to hold on at 30, 40, 50 and even 60 yards for a crossbow shooting approximately 305 feet per second. Plus, the Bolt XR reticle can be easily optimized with Spot On Ballistic Match Technology. Simply visit NikonHunting.com to access the free Spot On Software, then enter your specific bolt information and speed to maximize your precision.

Bolt XR crossbow scopes purchased between August 5 and September 18, 2011 qualify for a mail-in rebate of $50. Visit NikonHunting.com for more details.

Nikon Inc. is the U.S. distributor of Nikon sports and recreational optics, world-renowned Nikon 35mm cameras, digital cameras, speedlights and accessories, Nikkor lenses and electronic imaging products. For more information on Nikon’s full line, please contact: Nikon Sport Optics, 1300 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville, NY 11747-3064, or call 1-800-645-6687. www.NikonHunting.com.
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Nikons Archers Choice Max Range Finder

Nikon Hunting

Melville, NY --(Ammoland.com)- As bowhunting season approaches, prepare yourself for a successful hunt by taking advantage of Nikon’s Archer’s Choice Savings promotion.

Now through September 24, 2011, the purchase of any Archer’s Choice or Archer’s Choice MAX Laser Rangefinder can be rewarded with a $60 mail-in rebate.

The Archer’s Choice and Archer’s Choice MAX rangefinders were both designed and engineered with the help of Ralph and Vicki Cianciarulo of Archer’s Choice TV for real-world bowhunting situations. Each uses Nikon’s advanced ID Technology to compensate for various incline or decline shooting angles—up to ± 89-degrees of angle. Simply aim, push the button and plan your next shot according to the displayed distance.

The rangefinders utilize Nikon’s legendary multicoated optics, waterproof/fogproof ruggedness and pocket-sized portability. They operate on a CR2 lithium battery and come with a Silent Technology neoprene case in Realtree APG camouflage.

The Nikon Archer’s Choice also features long eye relief (18mm), an adjustable diopter and 6x, bright, multicoated optics. MSRP is $259.95.

The Archer’s Choice Max includes additional features such as Nikon’s Active Brightness Control Viewfinder, a revolutionary technology allowing fast reads against virtually any background during the toughest lighting conditions. It also sports a 28% larger ocular and a 23% wider field of view for fast target acquisition. It features long eye relief (18.3mm), an adjustable diopter and 6x, bright, multicoated optics. MSRP is $329.95.

For complete promotion details and terms and conditions, please visit NikonPromo.com.

Nikon Inc. is the U.S. distributor of Nikon sports and recreational optics, world-renowned Nikon 35mm cameras, digital cameras, speedlights and accessories, Nikkor lenses and electronic imaging products.

For more information about the Archer’s Choice, Archer’s Choice MAX and the full line of Riflescopes, Laser Rangefinders, Binoculars, and Spotting Scopes, contact: Nikon Sport Optics, 1300 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville, NY 11747-3064. 1-800-645-6687. www.NikonHunting.com.

Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Michigan --(Ammoland.com)- Visitors to Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park will have the chance to learn the skill of shooting a bow and arrow through the Recreation 101 Beginning Archery Program, offered on Tuesday, July 26, and Tuesday, August 2. Both programs will begin at 7 p.m.

Led by park interpreter Bob Wild, this beginner archery program will introduce participants to the basics of archery target shooting. Archery equipment for most ages and abilities will be available for use during the free, one-hour program. Participants should meet at the park’s winter recreation area middle parking lot.

To learn more about this event or the many other Recreation 101 or interpretive nature programs offered each week at the park, go online to www.michigan.gov/dnrvisitorcenters and click on Wilderness Visitor Center to see a schedule of events.

Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is located at 33303 Headquarters Rd., Ontonagon, in the western Upper Peninsula. For more information, contact the park at 906-885-5206 or go online to www.michigan.gov/porkies.

The Recreation Passport has replaced motor vehicle permits for entry into Michigan state parks, recreation areas and state-administered boating access fee sites. This new way to fund Michigan outdoor recreation opportunities also helps to preserve state forest campgrounds, trails and historic and cultural sites in state parks, and provides park development grants to local communities.

Michigan residents can purchase the Recreation Passport ($10 for motor vehicles; $5 for motorcycles) by checking “YES” on their license plate renewal forms, or at any state park or recreation area. Nonresident motor vehicles must still display a valid nonresident Recreation Passport ($29 annual; $8 daily) to enter a Michigan state park, recreation area or state-administered boating access fee site; these can be purchased at any state park or recreation area, or through the Michigan e-Store at www.michigan.gov/estore. To learn more about the Recreation Passport, visit www.michigan.gov/recreationpassport or call (517) 241-7275.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state’s natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.

Carbon Express Choosing The Right Arrow

Carbon Express

Flushing, Michigan --(Ammoland.com)- I recently sat down and had a long conversation with carbon Express vice-president, Lennie Rezmer, that simply changed the way I look at archery.

I asked Lennie a basic question, “How do I pick the proper arrow?”, and I came away with a much deeper understanding of archery performance and equipment.

First off, I asked Lennie what he felt the three most common mistakes are that people make when choosing arrows because I am used to learning from mistakes! He gave me the below list to consider, and then he told me how to properly choose.

1. People spend a lot of money on a high performance bow, and then they go buy cheap low performance arrows to save money. The arrows will never allow that expensive bow to perform near its capability.
2. Commonly people choose their arrows without considering dynamic spine. They just go to a static spine chart and pick a shaft.
3. Many people choose an arrow that is simply too light because all they care about is speed. These arrows can be unforgiving, and if you don’t have absolutely perfect form, you likely won’t shoot well with them.

So Rezmer told us what not to do, but what should we do to make the right choice?
To even begin this process, Lennie said that we must understand static spine and dynamic spine. Static spine is how much deflection at a 28” span a shaft has with a weight of just over a pound hanging from the middle. In other words, how much bend? Dynamic spine is how much that shaft bends, or reacts, at the actual thrust from the string when the arrow is released. In essence, this is how quickly the arrow recovers or how forgiving it is.

So now that we understand the two types of spines, how do we use them? Most folks just look at their arrow length, bow poundage and come up with a static spine number and use that to pick an arrow. Lennie showed me Carbon Express’ Adjustable Weight Chart. This chart takes in all the aspects of your exact setup, considers in what dynamic spine of an arrow will do specifically, and then adjusts your poundage number so you can go to an arrow selection chart and be more accurate.

The Adjustable Weight Chart starts with your bow’s poundage, then adds or subtracts pounds for specific parts of your setup and gives you a final adjusted number. For instance, you will gain 8 pounds if your draw weight is 60lbs or higher and you have high-energy cams, but you will lose 5 lbs if your bow has 65-80% let-off. There are a number of features to be considered, then you do a calculation at the bottom of the chart and get your final number.

You can take that number to the Carbon Express Arrow Selection Guide and easily pick the properly spined arrow for your setup.

So after you have done this, there are still many different options of shafts with the various spines. I asked Lennie about this as well.

“ First, I am a big proponent of Dual Weight Forward Spine. That means that the front end of the arrow flexes more for forgiveness while the back end doesn’t flex much, resulting in faster recovery time. This really helps accuracy, especially with broadheads.”

Rezmer went on to explain, “When choosing a specific shaft, you have to decide what you are doing with that arrow. Are you target shooting and only worried about the fastest and flattest arrow flight you can get? Are you hunting big game like elk and moose? Are you mainly a whitetail and turkey hunter? All these things will determine which type arrow is best for you, and of course you must consider the price.”

Lennie gave me a couple examples of different situations and arrows that fit the bill for each. First let’s look at an adult male that wants to hunt elk. He will need a lot of kinetic energy for a big animal and proper penetration. Lennie said in this situation, the shooter needs a heavy arrow of at least 9-9.5 grains per inch to perform properly. So after finding the proper spine, he can pick a shaft type that fits. In this case it might be a Maxima Hunter KV 350 at 9.8.

If this same archer were only going to shoot whitetails and turkeys, such high kinetic energy isn’t quite as necessary, so he might want to consider lighter poundage and a shaft like the Maxima Blue Streak Select 250 that weighs in at 7.4 GPI. This will still get all the penetration needed for such animals.

Rezmer recommended for youth or lady shooters that are pulling 30-50 pounds and shooting arrows under 28” in length, they should shoot a fairly heavy arrow. He said that since they are not shooting high poundage, weight is needed for proper penetration, but also the arrow should still be light enough to fly. He recommends a shaft in the 8GPI range for these hunters.

He ended by telling me that if you are going to error, you should likely error on the side of being a bit heavy. This is especially true of novice shooters because with lighter arrows comes more speed, and speed is definitely less forgiving as far as accuracy goes. If you have any flaw in your shooting form and you are shooting a light arrow at smoking speeds, that flaw will show in the form of poor accuracy. Speed can kill both ways.

So as you can see, there is much more to choosing the proper arrow for you and your purposes than simply matching a couple of numbers on a simple chart. One thing is for sure, if you will take the time and effort to pick the right arrow, your shooting, and in hunting situations, your harvests, will definitely improve. The Carbon Express Adjustable Weight Chart makes this whole complicated process very fast and easy, and I know it has really helped me understand arrows and how to use them to my greatest advantage.

About Carbon Express
Carbon Express, an Eastman Outdoors Inc. brand, is the leading manufacturer of high performance carbon hunting and target arrows and arrow components for hunters and target shooters. For more information or customer service, visit www.carbonexpressarrows.com, or call 800.241.4833.

NuFletch Archery

Fort Walton Beach, FL --(Ammoland.com)- NuFletch has joined forces with Lumenok on an exciting new way to “light it up” by adding lighted nocks to the NuFletch product line.

The OEM nocks from Lumenok, designed especially for NuFletch, eliminate the hassles of finding nocks that fit the inner diameter of your arrow because the nock cap used on the NuFletch Spectrum Standard products are all the exact same size.

If you can fit one, you can fit them all.

This sizing ensures that the lighted nock will do its job each time you shoot the product. No more worrying about the correct fit. The CNC machined caps are all within a tolerance that makes the nocks work correctly.

NuFletch Lumenok Lighted Nock

The nock cap also serves another important purpose. It is designed to house two small coin cell batteries in the perfect position. A normal fletched arrow is hollow, and the round coin cell batteries would fall straight through. The nock cap provides the perfect solution to this problem.

If your batteries become weak, simply remove the nock from the cap and pop them out. Replace the cells with two new coin cells and you are good to go. Replacement batteries can be found at your local Wal-Mart or online at nufletch.com for a substantial discount.

NuFletch’s lighted nock is extremely bright and its simplicity ensures that it will give excellent performance in the field.

Light up the trail to your local dealer and ask about the NuFletch lighted nock or visit us at nufletch.com for more information!

For more information visit them online at www.nufletch.com.

Hunter Rescue

USA --(Ammoland.com)- You’ve heard the stories and perhaps even know someone who’s fallen from his or her treestand.

Such a fall without a safety harness can cause devastating injuries or even death.

Although harnesses are designed to stop your fall, what then? What will you do if you can’t get back into your stand?

Now you can put your fears of falling behind you with the Hunter Rescue Self Recovery Fall Arrest System. This full-body safety harness system is much more than just your basic safety harness. It was created for one and only one purpose – to allow the hunter to get to the ground in a controlled manner in the event of a fall from a treestand or other elevated platform. This system can also be used if your treestand has a catastrophic failure or if the two parts of your climbing stand become separated.

If you fall from your stand while wearing the Hunter Rescue System, you just have to locate the lanyard to the release arm and pull down. You will then travel down the rope to the ground.

Releasing the Hunter Rescue takes the same amount of force as initiating a pull up. A lighter person takes less force while a heavier person requires more. To stop, simply release the lanyard. The device will stop you automatically. It’s that simple!

The Hunter Rescue System can not only save your life, but it will provide you and your loved ones with a peace of mind that will make your hunting experience much more enjoyable.

FEATURES:

• Hunter Rescue
• Ease of Operation
• You control descent
• Reusable
• 45-300 weight range
• One moving part
• Works in all weather
• Lifetime Warranty
• Made in USA
• Universal Harness
• One size fits all
• Quick release buckles
• Made in USA

The Hunter Rescue Self Recovery System is comprised of :

• The Hunter Rescue
• A Full Body Harness for the Hunter
• A Suspension Relief Device
• 30 ft of 9 mm Life Safety Rope
• A Tree Strap
• An Aluminum Screw Link Connector

For more information visit: www.hunterrescue.com.

Take The Free Online Treestand Safety Course

Hunter Safety Systems

DANVILLE, AL --(Ammoland.com)- Hunter Safety System has dedicated itself to saving lives for a decade, and now the company is making it easier than ever to help you save your own.

Just take 15 minutes to review the brand-new treestand safety course slideshow, online and free of charge. This self-paced safety course is simple, easy to navigate and offers important hunter safety tips that could save your life. And, it is the only online treestand course that meets all guidelines set by the Treestand Manufacturer’s Association (TMA).

To view the safety course, visit the www.huntersafetysystem.com webpage, and click the link in the lower right corner. It is ideal as a refresher for seasoned hunters as well as a prep course for new hunters preparing to take the Hunter Education Course.

Because treestand accidents remain the number-one cause of hunting related incidents each year, every hunter should review this simple online course before heading out to the woods. Upon completion of the course, you can continue on to www.huntercourse.com to take the full Hunter Education Exam.

“At Hunter Safety System, we strongly encourage every company to make a stand for treestand safety,” said Michael Wydner, HSS national sales manager. “That is why we are offering this course free to anyone that would like to post it on their website. We all need to work together to make sure our hunters are safe each and every time they enter the woods for a hunt.”

For details on how to post the HSS online Treestand Safety Course on your website, contact Wydner at michael@hssvest.com or call 877-296-3528 for details.

Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year and headquartered in Danville, Alabama, Hunter Safety System is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative deer hunting gear and hunting equipment for the serious hunter. For additional information, write to: The Hunter Safety System, 8237 Danville Road, Danville, AL 35619; call toll-free 877-296-3528; or visit www.huntersafetysystem.com.

Alpine Archery Bear Claw Quivers

Alpine Archery

Lewiston, ID --(Ammoland.com)- The hunters at Alpine Archery know that it is important to have a quiver that does more than just provide a way to carry your arrows to your treestand. So they designed the Bear Claw.

The Bear Claw Quiver is a universal quiver system designed with the treestand hunter in mind.

The line is available in both 3 and 5 models, both are lightweight and while inexpensive they feature a wide range of vertical adjustments so you can position where it best fits your needs.

The replaceable head quiver foam is designed with pre-cut placement holes that accept all model broadheads including mechanical models. The Bear Claw Quivers also feature a Quick Detach system and will accept all common size arrow shafts. Add the Bear Claw Screw-In Mounting System and you also have a convenient place to hang your quiver while in your treestand.

The Alpine Archery Bear Claw Quivers are available in these exciting camo finishes:

*Mossy Oak New Break-Up, Treestand & Infinity
* Realtree Hardwoods Green HD, Hardwoods HD & APG HD
* Mathew’s Lost Camo
* Skulz Camo and
* Black (5 arrow only).

Want more than just a way to haul your arrows in the field? Looking for a lightweight, treestand preferred, won’t break your wallet, fit any arrow, any broadhead, adjustable quiver? Of course you are and this is why Alpine made you the Bear Claw.

For more information please contact:

Alpine Archery
PO Box 319 – 3101 North South Highway
Lewiston, ID 83501
208-746-4717
www.alpinearchery.com

Alpine Archery

Lewiston, ID --(Ammoland.com)- For those who hunt from a treestand or ground blind the new F2 Liberator from Alpine Archery is designed to fit like a glove.

But don’t let its compact size and light weight fool you. This is an arrow spiting monster.

The F2 Liberator features a lightweight machined 6061 aluminum riser mounted with 12” parallel limbs and camoed up in Mossy Oak’s game fooling Break-Up Infinity pattern.

The axle-to-axle is a short 30” and it weighs in at a light 3.5 lbs.

Alpine Archery’s F2 Liberator Bow

It’s fitted with Large Velocitec cams with Patent Pending ‘Dynamic Load Balancing Technology’ and is available at 60 and 70 lbs with a solid 80% let-off.

The bow’s good looks are also enhanced with its comfortable two-piece Rosewood grip, brown hardware and antiqued medallion.

Made for the tight spots of treestands and blinds the F2 Liberator is anything but tight when it comes to performance.

Arrow speed is right at 315 fps at 30” draw length. We said short, we didn’t say slow.

Next time you settle in to your stand or blind make sure your fingers are wrapped around a new F2 Liberator.

The game won’t know what you’re shooting until it’s too late.

For more information please contact:

Alpine Archery
PO Box 319
3101 North South Highway
Lewiston, ID 83501
208-746-4717
www.alpinearchery.com

The JACKAL CROSSBOW by Barnett Outdoors

Barnett Outdoors

Tarpon Springs, FL --(Ammoland.com)- Power, grace, speed and economy all mark the Jackal Crossbow, available only from the world’s number one maker of modern crossbows, Barnett Outdoors.

The Jackal is a successful blending of style and performance with the design features all shooters look for in a high performance crossbow.

The Jackal begins with a sleek, tactical style stock in black and HD camo that is both lightweight and compact with a divided fore grip that provides the ultimate in balance and comfortable shooting.

The high performance Gordon fiberglass Quad Limb assembly combines smooth, high energy eccentric wheels with Barnett’s tough Crosswire string/cable assembly. A lethal combination that produces arrow speeds of 315 fps.

The Jackal weighs a light 7.7lbs, is 32.5″ long, 26.5″ wide and shoots a 20” arrow. The holding weight of the Jackal is 150lbs with a power stroke of 12” producing 95 foot pounds of energy. The Jackal comes as a complete package with Crossbow, Quick Detach Quiver, three 20″ arrows and Premium Red or Green Dot Scope. The Jackal has a suggested retail price of only $299

Barnett, once again showing why they are the number one selling crossbow in the world.

For more details contact:

Barnett Outdoors, LLC
PO Box 1209 – Tarpon Springs, FL 34688 USA
Phone: 1-727-234-4962
www.barnettcrossbows.com

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks

GLASGOW, Mont. --(Ammoland.com)- A bowhunter education class and the final hunter education class of the season have been scheduled in Glasgow.

The bowhunter class runs April 26-29 at the Assembly of God Church, 1220 10th Street North. The class will run from 6 – 9 p.m. on the weekdays.

A mandatory field day event is set for 9 a.m. – noon on April 30.

In Montana, completion of a hunter education course is required for all hunters born after Jan. 1, 1985. In addition, all first-time bowhunters must complete a bowhunter education course in order to purchase an archery license in Montana. Bowhunter education requirements also must be completed by July 31 of a given year in order for the graduates to be eligible to hunt that fall.

Meanwhile, the last hunter education course scheduled this spring in Glasgow runs from May 2-6, and there are a few student slots still available.

These classes take place at the East Side Elementary School Library and run from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. during the weekdays. Students must attend each of the classes. A field day event, where practical skills are tested, is set for May 7.

A child must be at least 11 years old to take the classroom courses. Registration requires the signature of a parent or guardian for students under the age of 18. Students are required to read the course manual before the first day of class.

Some of the field day events are also open to students over 18 who have completed their coursework online. Online students must pay an administrative fee and, depending on their age, may be required to complete other requirements.

Hunter and bowhunter education sessions taught in a traditional classroom setting are free. For more information, call 406-228-3700.

Carbon Express CX-1 Crossbows

Carbon Express

Flushing, Michigan –-(Ammoland.com)- Carbon Express, a leader in arrow technology and innovation, introduces the Covert CX-1 & CX-2 crossbows to its growing and impressive crossbow lineup. These unique crossbows combine a personalized comfortable fit and aggressive styling with a host of other features that deliver superior performance in the field.

The lightweight Covert CX-1 is designed to offer lightning fast speed in an easy to handle crossbow. The bronze anodized aluminum flight rail, accompanied by proven carbon infused limbs, aluminum alloy engineered cams and premium strings & cables, results in quiet precision that continually hits its mark shot after shot. The 9” Picatinny multi-position adjustable rail system helps accommodate all shooting styles and is perfect for mounting various accessories.

The Covert CX-1 kit includes a detachable 3 arrow quiver accompanied by 3 Carbon Express exclusive Maxima Hunter crossbolts and a 4×32 Pro Deluxe red/green illuminated scope to complete the package. Optional accessories, such as a rope cocker, rail lubricant and three practice points, are also included.

Covert CX-1 Technical Specifications:

• 330 Feet Per Second
• 105 Ft Lbs. of Kinetic Energy
• 185 Lbs. Draw Weight
• 14” Power Stroke
• Anti-Dry Fire System
• Silentech Coating provides a rubber-like exterior finish that reduces vibration and dampens sound
• Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity

The Covert CX-2 offers all of the same great qualities as the Covert CX-1, but a few performance specifications have been added to give it an even greater advantage over the competition. The crossbow features a dark grey anodized flight rail along with a tactical fore grip that can easily be adjusted into five different positions allowing ultimate maneuverability for any hunting environment.

Covert CX-2 Technical Specifications:

• 360 Feet Per Second
• 118 Ft Lbs. of Kinetic Energy
• 200 Lbs. Draw Weight
• 14.5” Power Stroke
• Anti-Dry Fire System
• Silentech Coating provides a rubber-like exterior finish that reduces vibration and dampens sound
• Mossy Oak Treestand camouflage

Carbon Express CX-2 Crossbows

About Carbon Express
Carbon Express, an Eastman Outdoors Inc. brand, is the leading manufacturer of high performance carbon hunting and target arrows and arrow components for hunters and target shooters. For more information or customer service, visit www.carbonexpressarrows.com, or call 800.241.4833.

Alpine Archery Soft Loc Quiver System

Alpine Archery

Lewiston, Idaho --(Ammoland.com)- Alpine Archery is known world-wide as one of the most innovate archery companies in the industry.

While their awesome line of bows stand out in looks, performance and reliability for the hunter and the target competitor they have quietly designed one of the most innovative quiver systems available today.

The Soft Loc Quiver System by Alpine was designed for the bowhunter and does much more than simply carry broadhead tipped arrows into the field. Offered in 3, 5 and 7 arrow models, the Soft Loc is the quietest, mid-priced quiver line available. Each model is designed and manufactured to absorb and reduce shock and vibrations thus adding to its quiet reputation and acting as a practical vibration dampening system.

Bob Proctor, President of Alpine noted: “The patented Soft Loc Quiver employs a ‘systems’ approach to quiver design. It incorporates a unique rubber mount and dual guide rail design that work in conjunction to dampen vibration and noise for a smoother, quieter shot. We also have a Quick & Quiet feature that allows you to mount and detach the quiver quickly and quietly as well as a vertical and quiver angle adjustment ability for perfect alignment and clearance. There is also a special adapter so the quivers may be worn as a hip holster. It’s easy to see why the Soft Loc Quivers have been called ‘The best quiver system on the market’.”

The Alpine Archery Soft Loc Quivers are available in 3, 5 and 7 arrow models and will accept all standard diameter arrows and fixed and mechanical broadheads. Also available is a mounting system for treestands and screw in for trees. Soft Loc Quivers are also available in these exciting camo finishes: *Mossy Oak New Break-Up, Treestand (3 & 5 arrow only) & Infinity * Realtree Hardwoods Green HD, Hardwoods HD & APG HD * Mathew’s Lost Camo * Skulz Camo (3 & 5 arrow only) and * Black (5 arrow only).

Another great line of innovative, practical, well priced archery products from Alpine Archery.

Montie.com

Morrisville, NC --(Ammoland.com)- Montie Design, an innovative concept-to-marketplace product design and development firm, has added to its ever-expanding line of Montie Gear outdoor equipment with the multi-purpose Tree Hook Archery Rest.

This new tool for hunters and campers provides sturdy support, whether in a tree stand or campsite, for a bow, crossbow (without quiver), rifle with a sling, or pots, pans and other camp utensils.

“Bow hunting is so popular throughout North Carolina, especially in the mountains, that we had multiple requests for adding a product of this nature,” Montie Roland, president of Montie Design, said.

Montie Design Tree Hook Archery Rest

Continuing in the Montie Gear tradition of products that are easy to carry and set up, the Tree Hook Archery Rest weighs just 6.9 ounces, with an even lighter 5.7-ounce version also available. This convenient tool has a one-inch strap accommodating trees up to 18 inches in diameter, measures 4.2 inches tall, and sticks out 5.16 inches from the tree once attached.

The Tree Hook Archery Rest is 100% American-made from .188 inch thick 5052 aluminum with an anodized finish available in either clear, black or olive drab. Its catch securely holds a camp lantern or parachute cord (commonly knowns as “550 cord”) and features high quality padding to give hunters support for a bow while not scratching the bow limb.

Like all equipment in the Montie Gear line, the Tree Hook Archery Rest is heirloom quality, Troublesome Gap tough. Located near the peak of Hap Mountain overlooking Spring Creek, North Carolina, Troublesome Gap is a rugged mountain area where Montie Gear prototypes are tested and evaluated.

“When we say ‘Troublesome Gap Tough’ we mean our products are rugged and easy to use,” Roland explained, adding, “A delicate, hard-to-use product is a liability in the field, so we avoid that by making sure all our products have a great customer experience and are built to last, even in rugged conditions.”

Other popular Montie Gear products include the X-Rest, AR-Rest, and lightweight Tree Rest portable shooting rest products. More camping, hiking, and hunting products are in the works; for detailed information or to order a Montie Gear product online, visit MontieGear.com.

About Montie:
Design Montie Design is an innovative concept-to-marketplace product design and development firm with core competencies in mechanical engineering and industrial design. Implementing a collaborative approach to partnering with clients, Montie Design balances vision with usability in realizing products that are economical to manufacture, elegant and robust. The firm operates out of the Southeast’s innovation hub, the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, with its wealth of industry-leading technology, resources and customers. For more information, visit www.montie.com.

Carbon Express Mach 5 Arrow

Carbon Express

Flushing, Michigan --(Ammoland.com)- Carbon Express, a leader in arrow technology and innovation introduces the Mach 5, the lightest and fastest arrow in the extensive line up of high performance Carbon Express arrows.

The Mach 5 features 100% pure carbon construction delivering lighting speed ensuring tight pin gaps from 10 to 50 yards.

“The Mach 5 is one of the fastest arrows in the archery industry. Its lightweight carbon design features pin point accuracy with lightning speed, while the Diamond Coat finish provides smoother draw and stealth while positioned on the arrow rest,” noted Mike Snyder, the company’s Marketing Manager.

The Mach 5 comes standard with Predator Vanes which offer a high performance compact design for added velocity and greater accuracy.

The Diamond Coat finish provides a smoother draw and stealth performance on the rest along with adjustable nocks to ensure precision with every shot.

Finally, the arrow’s specifications feature a straightness of +/- .0025” max and a weight tolerance of +/- 1.0 grains. Together, these characteristics make the Mach 5™ the fastest arrow in the woods.

The Mach 5 has a suggested retail of $59.99

About Carbon Express
Carbon Express, an Eastman Outdoors Inc. brand, is the leading manufacturer of high performance carbon hunting and target arrows and arrow components for hunters and target shooters. For more information or customer service, visit www.carbonexpressarrows.com, or call 800.241.4833.

Gorilla Treestands Silverback Stealth HX Climber

Gorilla Tree Stands

FLUSHING, Michigan --(Ammoland.com)- Gorilla Inc. a leading manufacturer of performance treestands and accessories announces the introduction of the new Silverback Stealth HX Climber.

This aluminum constructed treestand features patented Gorilla Grip pivoting arms that can scale any tree 8”- 22” in diameter. Gorilla continues to redefine innovation with the addition of the Stealth HX Climber to its award winning line of treestands.

Weighing in at just over 20 pounds, the ultra-light aluminum Silverback Stealth

HX is Gorilla’s lightest climbing treestand. Features include patented Gorilla Grip pivoting arms that form to trees 8″ to 22″ in diameter, matched with high-density foam climbing bars and arms to provide safety and versatility. The XPE zero-G™ dual-density seat and backrest offer all-day comfort, and the fully adjustable padded backpack straps make transportation a breeze.

The new Stealth Silverback HX Climber incorporates design features that distinguish Gorilla® craftsmanship. Features such as:

• An oversized, lightweight aluminum HX construction platform
• Traxion slip resistant coating
• Gorilla Grip pivoting arms – perfect for any tree ranging from 8” to 22” in diameter
• XPE Zero-G dual density foam seat for all day comfort
• XT-6 red nylon bushings and washers for silent operation.
• High Density Foam (HDF) padded climbing bar and upper bars
• Stirrup climbing straps
• Mossy Oak Treestand camo
• Fully adjustable padded backpack straps

Silverback Stealth HX Climber Suggested Retail: $249.99

About Gorilla Inc.
Gorilla Inc. is an award-winning manufacturer of high performance treestands and accessories for hunters who demand comfort, strength and stealth. For more information on the Silverback Stealth HX Climber, visit www.gorillatreestands.com.

G5 Outdoors

Memphis, Mich. – -(Ammoland.com)- G5 Outdoors, the leading manufacturer in premium archery equipment and design introduces a revolutionary new bow line – PrimeTM .

With its proprietary and exclusive Parallel Cam Technology, this new line of premiums bows virtually eliminates CAM LEAN, making the bows more forgiving and more accurate at greater distances.

“The new Prime Bows will raise the bar in compound bow performance.” Stated President Matt Grace. “We are thrilled with the ingenuity our engineers and designers have shown in developing a product that effectively addresses one of the nagging problems in current bow designs.”

G5 Release Their New Line of Prime Bows to Their Impressive Line of Archery Products

The Parallel Cam Technology looks to make CAM LEAN a problem of the past as the new design balances the load equally on each side of the cable resulting in practically no CAM LEAN, reduced horizontal nock travel, and reduced limb fatigue. In addition to the Parallel Cam Design, the new Prime series offers a long list of unique features that make the bow truly one of a kind:

• Forged 7000 Series T6 Aluminum Riser is twice as strong as traditional 6061 T6 aluminum risers.
  • -This durable design helps to increase riser stiffness and reduce shooter’s hand shock.
• C-1 Laminated Limbs
  • These limbs utilize a cross weft design to significantly reduce torsional stresses in the limb resulting in improved consistency and accuracy
• GoreTM Fiber String & Cables
  • o This proprietary string material is a blend of Gore TM performance fibers and BCYTM 452X.
  • The Marriage of these tow industry leading technologies results in a superior string with less vibration, a reduction in noise, and increased durability.
• TI-Glide Titanium Flexing Cable System
  • The Prime’s Flexible Titanium cable guard system reduces cam lean by 25% by reducing side load on the cables during draw. In conjunction with the Parallel Cam Design, cam lean is virtually eliminated.
• Shield Grip
  • First of its kind in the industry, made of G10 material that repels water, odors or any other unwanted element. It stays dry and comfortable in the hand no matter the conditions.
• Available in Optifade TM Forest, Optifade TM Open Country , Realtree AP HD TM or Black
  • Superior patterns for superior concealment

The revolutionary Prime bow is available in two models the Shift and the Centroid.

Shift Specs

• IBO Speed (FPS) 333
• Axle to Axle (in) 30”
• Brace Height 7”
• Mass Weight 4 lbs.
• Draw Length 26” – 30”
• Draw Weight (lbs) 40-50, 50-60, 60-70
• Centroid Specs
• IBO Speed (FPS) 330
• Axle to Axle (in) 34”
• Brace Height 7”
• Mass Weight 4.3 lbs
• Draw Length 27” – 31”
• Draw Weight (lbs) 40-50, 50-60, 60-70

Finally, Prime seeks to deliver the highest level of Quality Assurance in the Bow Industry. Every Prime bow is fully assembled and tune. G5 then takes the extra effort of cycling every bow 100 times on an automated cycling machine, and then super tunes the bow again. This process ensures that strings are properly stretched, and limbs and limb pockets have properly settled – eliminating the need to retune your bow after your first 100 shots.

About G5 Outdoors:
G5® Outdoors L.L.C. is a family owned business established in 2000 and backed by more than 40 years of precision manufacturing experience. G5® strives to provide superior products that are Designed to Hunt™ through precision manufacturing and innovative design. To learn more about the new prime series of bows, visit www.g5prime.com or call (866)456-8836.

G5 Outdoors

MEMPHIS, Mich. --(Ammoland.com)- G5 Outdoors, the leading manufacturer in archery equipment and design, introduces the Mag-Loc Quiver.

With its unique magnetic mounting system the Mag-Loc is quite possibly the most versatile quiver on the market and will fit virtually every bow in either the riser mounted quiver holes or sight mounted quiver holes.

“We wanted a quiver system that provided versatility in mounting with a quick, easy and silent detachable system,” stated G5 Outdoors Vice-President and Co-Owner, Matt Grace. “The result is the Mag-Loc with its Patent Pending Mag-Loc magnetic mounting system.”

G5's New Mag-Loc Quiver is the Most Versatile Quiver Available

The quiver will come in a number of models including an upper riser hole mounting model, sight mounted version and a universal spline bracket that can convert any universal sight mounted quiver or quiver with a standard ammo base to an upper riser mount design.

The magnetic mounting system solves the inherent problem associated with mounting quivers to slider sights that won’t accept a quiver or become too bulky. The Mag-Loc can also be mounted to a tree by using the Mag-Loc tree mount, which features a female base with threaded screw to be installed in a tree, along with Mag-Loc Treestand Mount, which has female bracket that has a second more powerful magnet that attaches to steel stands. Zip ties are also included for aluminum stands.

With its Mag-Tough Magnesium stem and steel reinforced gripper the Mag-Loc has the durability to complement its versatility. The Mag-Loc is available in Black, AP, Max 1 and Lost Camo.

MSRP for the Mag-Loc models are: Upper Riser mounted ($99.99), Sight Mounted ($65.99), Spline Bracket ($29.99), Mag-Loc Tree Mount ($9.99) and Mag-Loc Treestand Mount ($14.99)

New For 2011

Halo 6

• Dual Grippers with Side Removable Grippers
• Super Slim Compact Hood
• Mag-loc Connection
• MSRP: $99.99

Halo 3

• Dual Grippers with Side Removable Grippers
• Super Slim Compact Hood
• Mag-loc Connection
• MSRP: $69.99

About G5 Outdoors
G5 Outdoors L.L.C. is a family owned business established in 2000 and backed by more than 40 years of precision manufacturing experience. G5® strives to provide superior products that are Designed to Hunt™ through precision manufacturing and innovative design. To learn more about G5® Outdoors, visit www.g5outdoors.com or call (866)456-8836.

NYBowHunter's Marc Alberto in Sitka GORE Optifade Camo with his most recent doe

NYBowHunter.com

New York - -(Ammoland.com)- In mid-November I was invited down to Newark, DE for the GORE Labs2Woods Blogger Summit. I had a chance to meet the people at GORE and came away from the experience extremely impressed with GORE as a company and how they stand behind their products.

You see, GORE isn’t like most companies. There isn’t some hierarchical ladder that prevents employees from the bottom from being heard at the top. That might not seem like a big deal at first, but because everyone at GORE is an Associate it means their opinion counts, their voice can be heard, and their ideas can be explored.

Almost everyone has heard of GORE-TEX and Windstopper, two of GORE’s most noted products, but the company makes everything from fabrics that protect our firemen and astronauts to guitar strings, fishing line, and medical devices that can plug a hole in your heart. All of these products were developed because GORE gives it’s employees the chance to be different and think outside the box.

And that’s the problem GORE set out to solve: How can a hunter get close to an ungulate without being detected at typical engagement distances?

What I really like about GORE is their scientific approach to solving problems. The Company didn’t just decide to enter the camouflage market, they knew hunters wanted to get close to game without being detected and nothing on the market had been designed specifically for hunting ungulates, or hoofed animals.

The problem with traditional mimicry patterns on the market is that they block up into a mass of gray at close range – the range you need to be at for a successful hunt. So while your new HD camo might look amazing on the rack at the store, when you’re in the woods the real concern becomes how is the animal going to react when it sees you at close range? And that’s the problem GORE set out to solve: How can a hunter get close to an ungulate without being detected at typical engagement distances?

To help answer these questions and develop a scientific solution GORE brought in a panel of experts including:

• Dr. Jay Neitz, an animal vision expert at the University of Washington Medical School in Seattle.
• Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Tim O’Neill, Ph.D., widely regarded as the “Father of Digital Camouflage.”
• Guy Cramer, founder and CEO of HyperStealth® Biotechnology Corp., designers of digital camouflage patterns.

In 2009, GORE released Optifade Open County, a pattern scientifically designed for engagement ranges of 35 yards and beyond at ground level. The larger neutral areas of the pattern, or the macro-pattern, are more critical to concealment at these engagement ranges, in a landscape of rocks, brush and scattered trees.

This year GORE released Optifade Forest, a pattern scientifically designed for close engagement ranges of under 20 yards and for elevated angles of attack – typically 15 feet up in a tree stand. At that proximity, the micro-pattern becomes more critical: it compensates for the contrasted, highly detailed background perceived by the prey.

I live in the world of the treestand hunter and spend 95% of my time hunting from a treestand. When you’re 20 feet up in a tree like I am you have bright sky, dark leaves and branches and the vertical lines of trees all around you. It’s these lines that make it easier for a whitetail to pick you out of the tree on that cold November morning. Even if you’re wearing mimicry camo you will blob out with every movement you make because most of the mimicry camo patterns don’t have the contrast to break you up.

Sitka GORE Optifade Camo Shown in Real Field Conditions

With help from their panel of experts, GORE figured out that ungulates suffer from red-green color blindness and have a larger field of view than humans. Using this knowledge they were able to test patterns with different colors, macro patterns and micro patterns on live animals and see how they reacted to each pattern. After a long test period, GORE was able to determine which colors worked best for treestand hunters and how to arrange the macro and micro patterns of the camoflague to help the hunter appear as nothing to the eyes of the ungulate.

To help understand the difference between a macro pattern and a micro pattern think about a tiger and a leopard. A tiger is a stalking predator with a macro pattern to help break up it’s outline as it chases it’s prey. Leopard’s, on the other hand, are ambush predators and have a micro pattern that helps them blend into the background as they prepare for their attack.

Optifade incorporates a macro pattern of large fragmented shapes – mathematically configured to match those of the animal kingdom – that breaks up your body symmetry and outline. Additionally, Optifade also incorporates a micro pattern of small fragmented shapes – matching the fine texture that defines our world – which makes you fade into the background.

This is the science behind the Optifade pattern that makes it so effective.

I’ll admit, I was hesitant to put on my green looking Optifade Forest and head out to the dead brown woods, but I’ve been successful using Optifade and I’ve watched whitetails look up at me and right through me as if I wasn’t even there. When a deer picks it’s head up, looks in your direction, and goes back to feeding, that’s the ultimate rush as a predator. You’re out there up in your tree and you have your desired game well within bow range without a clue you are there.

Personally, I’ve been extremely impressed with the Optifade pattern and I think GORE hit a home run with this one.

About:
NYBowhunter.com is built around our passion for bowhunting throughout the State of New York. We are the most comprehensive resource for everything from bowhunting whitetail deer and black bear to the latest news in hunting legislation and activism in New York. Visit: www.NYBowHunter.com

Quest Bowhunting

Memphis, Mich. --(Ammoland.com)- Quest Bowhunting, a division of G5 Outdoors, introduces the new REV Bow featuring the new Sync Cam Technology, another great addition to a long heritage of quality bow manufacturing.

Quest has hunters gearing up for another highly anticipated season with the release of the REV and Sync Cam Technology.

The Performance Package:

Quest Bowhunting's REV Bow

The REV features a long list of features serious archers have come to expect from Quest bows including:

• A Forged T6061 aluminum riser
• Bow Jax Limb Suppressors
• Sync Cam Technology –delivering consistent speeds of 320 FPS (IBO) while maintaining an ultra smooth draw.
• 32” axle-to-axle
• 7 1/2” brace height,
• Weight 3.9 lbs.
• Draw lengths ranging from 27” to 30 ½”
• Draw weights in 50, 60 and 70 lb.
• Available in the impressive and innovative GfadeTM finish or AP camo.

The REV retails for $659.99 in the GfadeTM pattern and $629.99 in Camo.

The REV continues Quest’s commitment to delivering superior performance and value to hard working, hard hunting archery enthusiasts.

Quest Bowhunting: The Bowhunters’ Bow

About Quest Bowhunting:
Quest Bowhunting™ is a family owned business backed by more than 40 years of precision manufacturing experience.

Quest Bowhunting strives to provide superior Bowhunting products that enhance the archery experience. To learn more about Quest™, visit www.questbowhunting.com or call (866) 456-8836.

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands includes: BowTech, Diamond compound bows, Octane archery accessories, Stryker crossbows and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget. Visit: www.BowTechArchery.com

VaneTec Announces Give-A-Way Winners

VaneTec

Myrtle Point, OR --(Ammoland.com)- In February of this year, VaneTec launched their online Give-A- Way promotion to motivate consumers and build sales.

With each purchase of VaneTec vanes, customers received an online entry for a chance to win great archery and outdoor products.

Drawings were held at the beginning of October and VaneTec is very proud to announce the winners of the Give-A-Way.

The winner’s names are posted on the VaneTec website at www.VaneTec.com.

The following list of prizes was the main reason for the exceptional response to the contest:

• BowTech 2010 Destroyer 350 Bow
• Leupold RX-1000 TBR Rangefinder
• Leupold Katmai 8X32MM Binocular
• (4) Spot-Hogg Bullet Proof Sights
• (4) Spot-Hogg Wise Guy Releases
• (12) S4Gear Sidewinder Retractable Tether Systems
• (6) Dozen Gold Tip Velocity XT Arrows

“VaneTec would like to thank all of our incredible sponsors for providing a great selection of prizes,” said Chris Metzgus, President of VaneTec.

“And we are very grateful to all of the participating pro shops and, of course, our customers who purchased VaneTec vanes and made this a successful event. Congratulations to all the winners.”

About VaneTec, Inc:
VaneTec manufacturers precision arrow vanes and adhesives. Each individual vane maintains consistent tight tolerances in weight, shape, dimensions, texture and color. Their rigid construction gives them maximum durability, solid stability and excellent memory. Vanes are compatible for hand and machine fletching and come in three profile categories and 13 colors. VaneTec is located in the heart of hunting country—Myrtle Point, Oregon—and the owners have combined close to 50 years of specific, hands-on experience in the vane design and fletching business. For more information, visit www.VaneTec.com.

About:
BowTech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, BowTech’s corporate offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Oregon. With a worldwide distribution network, BowTech’s family of brands includes: BowTech, Diamond compound bows, Octane archery accessories, Stryker crossbows and WaterDog Surface Technologies. BowTech is a subsidiary of Savage Sports Corporation, located in Westfield. MA. Brand names include Savage Arms, Stevens, Fox, Savage (Canada), Savage Range Systems and PortaTarget. Visit: www.BowTechArchery.com

New Jersey Bow Hunting Bill Signed Into Law

New Jersey Outdoor Alliance

TRENTON, NJ --(Ammoland.com)- Now that the bill has passed and will soon become law we can stop smiling over a job well done and answer the question, why was this bill so important to bow hunters?

First of all we have to understand what exactly the bill does. It allows a legally licensed bow hunter to hunt from an elevated stand at a distance of 150’ from a building or structure.

You still must have the legal right to be on the property, you can not trespass on posted private property and you can not be within 450’ of a school playground. If we take a quick look at the old 450’ law and draw a circle around a dwelling it excluded 14 acres of huntable area. The new law excludes only 2 acres.

This becomes important if your neighbor is an anti hunter and wants to stop you from hunting your own property. If you and your neighbor own adjoining five acre lots the 450’ law would exclude you from bow hunting on almost all of your property. Also it allows the bow hunter to have more of an impact in controlling urban deer populations which before this law passed they did not have access to. These urban deer populations populations are also the ones causing most of the problems. The most common of these being deer car collisions, destruction of trees and plants and the spread of Lyme disease. When hunters have access to a deer population, the State, through the setting of seasons and bag limits can do its job in controlling these populations. Without access there is no control.

With each victory by the sportsmen and women of New Jersey comes the responsibility to live up to the high expectations that are being placed on us.

We will never convince the anti-hunters that we have a right to even exist. It is the non-hunting public that in the end will decide our fate. We have a great opportunity with the passage of the Sunday bow hunting bill last year and the perimeter bow bill this session to show the people of the State of New Jersey that hunters are an important tool in wildlife management. It is important to remember that hunting is a privilege granted by legislation.

We must always remember that safety comes first and the best shot very often is the one not taken. If we continue to police our own ranks and prove to the public their trust in us is well deserved we will continue to make strides in increasing hunting, fishing and trapping opportunities in New Jersey.

JOIN NJOA: http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/support/njoa.html

About:
NJOA – The mission of New Jersey Outdoor Alliance is to serve as a grassroots coalition of outdoorsmen and outdoorswomen dedicated to environmental stewardship. We will champion the intrinsic value of natural resource conservation – including fishing, hunting and trapping, among opinion leaders and policy makers. We will support legislation, and those sponsoring legislation, that provides lasting ecological and social enrichment through sustainable use of the earths resources. Visit: www.njoutdooralliance.org

Alpine Archery Blush Bow

Alpine Archery

Lewiston, Idaho --(Ammoland.com)- Alpine archery has always appreciated our lady archers and for 2011 they have wrapped all that appreciation up in one solid, smooth shooting, fantastic looking bow.

Say hello to the new Alpine BLUSH.

Bob Proctor, President of Alpine put it this way: “One thing about Alpine, we listen. We had been getting more and more requests from the females in our sport to make a bow just for them.

They wanted a bow that would not only look awesome on the shooting line but have the performance and accuracy needed to win. So we went to work.

We combined all the features Alpine is known for; stand out looks, light weight, shootability and the high-performance every archer wants.

Alpine Archery Blush Bow - Just For The Ladies

We made it Alpine smooth and forgiving because today’s woman wants it that way. And, because women want a distinctive female look we offered the BLUSH in a striking pink camo with beautiful Rosewood grip.

After all every woman wants to look good on the line and especially when accepting the trophy. Then we added a nice little touch to the riser, an antique finished emblem that tells the world – ‘Because you are as good as he is’.”

The BLUSH may look terrific and shoot smooth as silk but it is all business with a very un-lady like IBO speed of 290 fps at 27” draw length and its all available for a bank account pleasing low, out the door price of only $399.

Now you can afford to travel to the shoots you plan on winning.

BLUSH – Just for the ladies.

For more information please contact:

Alpine Archery

Lewiston, Idaho --(Ammoland.com)- Alpine archery, one of the most innovative archery companies in the industry has pinned its ears back and rockets into 2011 with its all new F1 FIREBALL.

A fast shooting, incredibly quiet, smooth as butter bow that will rock your world but not your bank account.

Alpine President Bob Proctor made the introduction, “Bowhunters love shooting new equipment but these past few years of our down economy has made it hard to justify the high prices of new bows. At Alpine we understand the basic principles of ‘performance, quality and value’.

The new F1 FIREBALL is a solid high-performance bow designed for the rugged bowhunting archer who wants it all only at a more reasonable price. This is where ‘value’ comes in and that is what the F1 FIREBALL is all about.”

Alpine Archery F1 Fireball Bow

The new F1 FIREBALL is pure Alpine. Good looking and tough as nails. It’s fitted with the legendary Velocitec cam with Patent Pending ‘Dynamic Load Balancing Technology’.

It sports a new, dynamic designed forged riser that is meticulously finished in Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity camo.

It is then fitted for a custom look with brown hardware, antiqued medallion and comfortable rosewood grip.

The F1 FIREBALL fires out a whisper quiet 337 fps arrow and has a gentle touch on the wallet. All this for an off the rack price of only $579. Who says you can’t afford the best?

Times may be tough but Alpine helps make them easier.

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Maryland Department of Natural Resources

Annapolis, MD --(Ammoland.com)- On September 16, 2010 at 8:16 pm, the Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) responded to a fatal hunting accident that occurred in the 1900 block of Franklin Church Road in Darlington, Md.

NRP’s investigation revealed that Paul Joseph Kemper Jr., 55, of York, Pa. was bow hunting for deer when he fell out of his tree stand which was 25 feet off the ground.

Kemper was located by a hunting companion, Steven Edwin Myers, 54, also of York, Pa. Kemper had an unattached tree stand safety harness near him when he was discovered. Kemper’s body was transport to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore for an autopsy. NRP’s Special Operations Division will continue to investigate accident.

NRP investigated 12 hunting accidents during FY2010 and 14 hunting accidents during FY2009. Tree stand accidents totaled six and seven respectively during those years. NRP urge hunters should read, understand, and practice manufactures recommendations before using any climbing equipment or tree stands. Hunters should always use a full body harness as part of the overall safety restraint system during tree stand use. More information can be found at www.dnr.state.md.us/huntersguide/ts.asp .

The Maryland Natural Resources Police is the enforcement arm of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). With an authorized strength of 247 officers and a dedicated staff of civilian and volunteer personnel, the NRP provide a variety of services in addition to conservation, maritime and public lands law enforcement duties throughout the State of Maryland. These services include homeland security, search and rescue, emergency medical services, education, information and communications services on a round the clock basis. NRP is the only police force aside from the Maryland State Police that has statewide jurisdiction.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is the state agency responsible for providing natural and living resource-related services to citizens and visitors. DNR manages nearly one-half million acres of public lands and 17,000 miles of waterways, along with Maryland’s forests, fisheries and wildlife for maximum environmental, economic and quality of life benefits. A national leader in land conservation, DNR-managed parks and natural, historic and cultural resources attract 11 million visitors annually. DNR is the lead agency in Maryland’s effort to restore the Chesapeake Bay, the state’s number one environmental priority. Learn more at www.dnr.maryland.gov

Nikon's September Slam Promo Saves Big On Rangefinder

Nikon Hunting

Melville, NY --(Ammoland.com)- September means archery season and Nikon wants to help bowhunters have their best year ever with a $50 rebate on the popular Archer’s Choice rangefinder.

“Our Archer’s Choice rangefinder is a dedicated bowhunter’s tool,” said Jon Allen, Nikon Sport Optic’s General Manager. “What better way to celebrate the 2010 bow season than with a rebate on Bowhunting’s “official” rangefinder?”

The Archer’s Choice rangefinder utilizes Nikon’s proven iD technology to take the guess work out of angled shots with fast, accurate readings displayed in a clean, easy-to-view display.

Flat ground, treestands or in steep terrain, the Archer’s Choice will quickly become a favorite bowhunting partner. A Silent Technology case with single motion lanyard comes standard and makes carrying and using the Archer’s Choice a breeze.

The September Slam Promotion only lasts 10 days and consumers will need to purchase and take delivery of a new Archer’s Choice Laser Rangefinder (product number 8366) from September 16, 2010 through September 26, 2010 to take advantage of the savings. Log onto www.nikonpromo.com for more information and to download a rebate form.

Nikon Inc. is the U.S. distributor of Nikon sports and recreational optics, world-renowned Nikon 35mm cameras, digital cameras, speedlights and accessories, Nikkor lenses and electronic imaging products.

For more information on Nikon’s full line of Riflescopes, Binoculars, Spotting Scopes, Fieldscopes and Laser Rangefinders, please contact: Nikon Sport Optics, 1300 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville, NY 11747-3064, or call 1-800-645-6687. www.nikonhunting.com.

All Nikon trademarks are the property of Nikon Corporation.

Tenpoint Turbo XLT Crossbow

TenPoint Crossbows

SUFFIELD, OH – -(Ammoland.com)- When doing pre-season maintenance, thoroughly check for warn, looses, damaged, or missing parts every time you use your crossbow. Use the following as a guide to maintaining your crossbow.

1. Replace frayed or worn strings, cables and/or ACUdraw/ACUdraw 50 cords prior to shooting or using. Also look carefully at the center serving on the string. If the current string was improperly installed (without the required amount of twists) the serving may separate and the actual bow string may be exposed which could cause the string to break when the crossbow is fired.

2. Crossbows that are frequently used should have the string, cables, and ACUdraw cord replaced every year or every other year. If the crossbow is only used occasionally, the string, cables, and ACUdraw cord should be replaced every three to four years. Change the string and cables at the same time since they will all stretch over time, decreasing the crossbows performance. And yes, the steel cables found on a few of the models will also need to be changed since they actually will stretch more than the synthetic cables.

3. Lubricate the rail, also known as the barrel, every 75-100 shots when using a light oil or every 150-200 shots when using Microlon’s Precision Oiler. Add one small drop to each side of the rail and rub in completely. Don’t use a vaseline-like substance or wax on the rail or in the trigger box. The vaseline will only collect dirt and debris, deposit it in the trigger box, and eventually keep the bow from cocking altogether. Too much lube will saturate the string’s serving and break it down making it gummy.

4. Also lubricate the PowerTouch trigger box, adding one small drop of a light oil or Microlon’s Precision Oiler to the Dry-Fire Inhibitor (DFI), inside the trigger slot, and both sides of the safety slide. Lightly lubricate the RollerTouch triggers’ safety plunger, DFI, and string slot. Failure to periodically lubricate the trigger box will usually result in a rusted or bound-up trigger mechanism.

5. Wax the length of the crossbow string (except for the serving) and the cables every 75-100 shots and burnish (rub it in quickly, creating heat) it in with your fingers. Don’t wax the plastic coated steel cables. Lightly wax and burnish the entire length of the ACUdraw cord (if installed) at the same time.

6. Make sure screws haven’t worked their way loose through vibration. Check tightness of the foot stirrup setscrews, main assembly bolt and setscrew (loosen the setscrew before trying to tighten the main assembly bolt), stock screws, barrel screws, etc. Don’t over-tighten the ACUdraw or ACUdraw 50 cover screws, doing so will bind the unit and possibly crack the covers – cover screws should be just over hand-tight.

7. Change the scope battery if you have an illuminated scope. The battery is a lithium 2032 and can be purchased in most grocery, hardware, or electronics stores. The scope battery is located underneath the brightness knob. Remove the battery cover by rotating the thin knurled outer edge counter-clockwise, while holding the thicker section of the brightness knob firmly between your fingers. Replace the battery and screw the battery cover on, clock-wise, to re-install.

8. Inspect all accessories, including arrows, for damaged, missing, and loose parts. Repair or replace those parts before the season starts so you don’t get caught in the woods without the proper accessories.

Spending an hour or less on this list during pre-season will make it less likely for you to have to take time out of your hunting season for routine repairs that could have been taken care of earlier!

Visit www.tenpointcrossbows.com for more information.

2009 TenPoint Crossbow Owners Manual

About:
TenPoint Crossbow Technologies produces official licensed products of Mossy Oak/ Haas Outdoors Inc. Haas Outdoors Inc. is headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions, Mossy Oak Interactive, LLC, Nativ Nurseries and Mossy Oak Properties.

Big Green Targets Field Point Bag Targets

Big Green Targets

Lamar, MO --(Ammoland.com)- Big Green Targets, the leading manufacturer of archery targets made from 100% recycled materials introduces its newest line of Pro Series Field Point Bag Targets in four convenient sizes; the Stopper, Kodiak, Polar, and Monster.

Each Big Green Bag Target is uniquely designed with square front, back, top and bottom panels. This produces a larger target face, avoids the pillow look, and more importantly eliminates pass thru’s on the edges of the targets like many other “pillow” type bag targets.

In addition, the target will accept shots while sitting on the ground unlike most bag targets that tend to tip over without additional support. In addition each bag features an all weather polypropylene outer shell with green targets printed on a white surface. While each target is designed to stop blazing fast arrows, they are also built with arrow ease-of-removal in mind to ensure an enjoyable shooting experience.

The “Green” in Big Green Target refers to the company’s commitment to the environment. Each target is produced from 100-percent post-industrial waste that, without being put to good use, would have ended up in a landfill. To top it off, Big Green Targets accepts all used targets for recycling as well, but don’t expect to wear them out any time soon because they are built to last.

The full line of Field Point Bag Targets Includes:

Field Point Stopper

• Features grommets for hanging or standing
• Measures a full 23 inches tall by 23 inches wide and 14 inches deep (23 x 23 x 13)
• Weighs approximately 27 pounds
• Replacement bags available
• Retails for $54.99

Field Point Kodiak

• Huge target that is ideal for hunting camps and long-range shots
• Includes deluxe bag with Carrying straps and Velcro close bottom
• Measures a full 32 inches tall by 32 inches wide and 14 inches deep (32 x 32 x 14)
• Weighs approximately 42 pounds
• Replacement bags available
• Retails for $119.99

Field Point Polar

• Great range or outfitter target
• Includes deluxe bag with Carrying straps and Velcro close bottom
• Measures a full 36 inches tall by 36 inches wide and 14 inches deep (36 x 36 x 14)
• Weighs approximately 55 pounds
• Replacement bags available
• Retails for $139.99

Big Green Monster

• Giant Oversized Bag perfect for ranges and outfitters
• Measures a full 48 inches tall by 48 inches wide and 14 inches deep (48 x 48 x 14)
• Weighs approximately 120 pounds
• Retails for $249.99

Big Green Targets – Good for bowhunters. Good for pro shops. Great for the earth.

Win, win, and win.

About Big Green Targets
Big Green Targets, a division of Poly-Green Foam, LLC is the premier supplier of recycled foam archery targets. For more information on Big Green Targets or the products they offer call (888) 390-5548 or visit www.biggreentargets.com.

New Jersey Fish and Game

Trenton, NJ -(Ammoland.com)- The NJDEP Division of Fish and Wildlife has announced that the bowhunter perimeter bill has been signed by Governor Christie and is now law.

The new law changes the area for bow hunting around an occupied building to 150 feet, and will assist in providing a means of accessing and controlling deer populations.

The minimum distance from an occupied building where a bowhunter may have a nocked arrow is now reduced from 450 feet to 150 feet.

Carrying a bow with a nocked arrow within 150 feet of an occupied building or 450 feet of any school playground is prohibited. Any portion of the school grounds (including fields used for sports), that could be used for play or recreation, is considered to be part of a playground.

The owner or lessee of a building-and persons specifically authorized by the owner or lessee in writing (written permission must be in possession while hunting)-may hunt within 150 feet of the building.

Persons authorized to hunt within 150 feet of a building must hunt from an elevated position to shoot down toward the ground. Shooting into a safety zone is prohibited.

See the 2010 Hunting Issue of the NJ Fish and Wildlife Digest ( http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/dighnt10.htm ) for more information regarding safety zones. Hunters should be completely familiar with safety zone regulations before taking to the field.

New Jersey Outdoor Alliance

TRENTON, NJ --(Ammoland.com)- Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senators Van Drew and Oroho, and Assemblypersons Burzichelli, McHose, Albano, Milam, Moriarity, Chiusano, Addiego, Rudder and Riley that modifies the perimeter for bow hunting around occupied buildings was signed into law by Governor Chris Christie.

The new law changes the area for bow hunting around an occupied building to 150 feet and will assist in providing a means of accessing deer populations for culling purposes.

“This bill will go a long way toward helping to reverse destruction of our forests and help restore balance to currently compromised ecosystems throughout New Jersey. These ecosystems are life sustaining habitats for a myriad of dependent wildlife,” said Anthony P Mauro, Sr, chairman of New Jersey Outdoor Alliance.

Restrictions for bow hunting within 450 of a school playground remain in effect. The law also stipulates that an arrow may only be released when the hunter is in an elevated position, which ensures the arrow has limited travel and a downward trajectory.

Mauro continued, “The law not only facilitates the reduction of deer and car collisions but will also help to diminish a source known for carrying the deer tick, which responsible for most of the cases of Lyme disease.”

Bow hunting has a proven track record of being a safe and effective means of controlling game populations.

Tom Connors, Legislative Liaison, New Jersey Outdoors Alliance stated, “There are many diverse conservation organizations that supported this bill, including United Bow Hunters, NJ Audubon, Jersey Coast Anglers Association, Trout Unlimited, New Jersey Conservation Foundation, New Jersey State Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs, NJ Farm Bureau and more. The law is good public policy.”

In 2006 Pennsylvania successfully changed its bow hunting limit from 450 feet to 150 feet without compromising public safety.

“I’m thrilled to see that both the legislature and Governor are providing the necessary leadership to ensure public safety and environmental stewardship,” said Mauro. “This law is but one of many changes that we need in New Jersey to assist us in the caretaking of our natural resources.”

The Governor also signed into law a measure that will authorize counties to develop community based deer management plans and apply for special deer management permits for county-owned lands.

JOIN NJOA: http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/support/njoa.html

About:
NJOA – The mission of New Jersey Outdoor Alliance is to serve as a grassroots coalition of outdoorsmen and outdoorswomen dedicated to environmental stewardship. We will champion the intrinsic value of natural resource conservation – including fishing, hunting and trapping, among opinion leaders and policy makers. We will support legislation, and those sponsoring legislation, that provides lasting ecological and social enrichment through sustainable use of the earth’s resources. Visit: www.njoutdooralliance.org

New Jersey Outdoor Alliance

TRENTON, NJ --(Ammoland.com)- I have heard that the animal rights community is flooding the Governor’s office with phone calls to prevent the bow perimeter bill from becoming law. Apparently, they are providing false and misleading information in an attempt to create public hysteria.

Even if you have sent an email or letter in support of the bill please call the Governor’s office and let them know you want the bow perimeter bill signed into law.

Call: 609-292-6000

All you need to say is, “Please sign the bow perimeter bil into law.”.

It will take less than 30 seconds of your time to support a bill that is good public policy. It is designed to safely improve deer management, which will reduce car/deer accidents, minimize the risk of Lyme disease transmission, and improve the health of our forests while helping people to feed their families.

Thanks to all of you for your support. A united group of +800,000 anglers, hunters and conservationists have proven they can make a difference!

JOIN NJOA: http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/support/njoa.html

About:
NJOA – The mission of New Jersey Outdoor Alliance is to serve as a grassroots coalition of outdoorsmen and outdoorswomen dedicated to environmental stewardship. We will champion the intrinsic value of natural resource conservation – including fishing, hunting and trapping, among opinion leaders and policy makers. We will support legislation, and those sponsoring legislation, that provides lasting ecological and social enrichment through sustainable use of the earth’s resources. Visit: www.njoutdooralliance.org