TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2026   |   SUBSCRIBE    ARCHIVES

NEWS

NOMAD Outdoor, a division of Marolina Outdoors, introduces the Mirage Camo Hoodie, a lightweight, breathable concealment layer designed for hot-weather hunting. Featuring a full mesh back panel, UPF 50+ protection, and quick-drying 100% polyester fabric, the hoodie provides hunters with enhanced mobility and comfort during early-season whitetail hunts.

ScentLok introduces Silentude, a new hunting apparel line featuring ultra-quiet fabric engineered to minimize noise during deer hunts. The jacket, bib, and pant incorporate Carbon Alloy® odor control, Precip-X™ water resistance, and articulated design for mobility, with Marketing Director Steve Allie calling it "the quietest suit we've ever developed."

Blocker Outdoors offers purpose-built youth hunting apparel in sizes YS through YX, featuring products like the Youth Fused Cotton Hoodie, Shield Series Commander Jacket, and Youth Drencher gear with RainBlocker® protection. Marketing Director Steve Allie emphasizes proper-fitting gear keeps young hunters comfortable and engaged during their first hunting experiences.

Victory Archery announces a partnership with competitive archer and outdoor creator Bella Otter. The collaboration brings together Bella's discipline and competitive mindset with Victory's carbon arrow engineering and precision technology to deliver performance when every shot matters.

Lawrence G. Keane, Senior Vice President & General Counsel of NSSF, has been appointed to the Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council to advise the U.S. Secretaries of Interior and Agriculture on wildlife conservation and hunting policy.

The National Bowhunter Education Foundation appointed Aaron Nickson as Arkansas State Chairman, Richard English for California, and Alan Jones for Washington state. These State Chairmen will work with local game and fish professionals to provide IBEP/ICEP bowhunter education courses and serve as liaisons with local bowhunters.

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation President and CEO Kyle Weaver accepted a nomination to serve on the Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council, continuing RMEF's distinction on the federal advisory group dating back five presidential administrations. The council provides recommendations to President Trump on wildlife conservation, hunting, and public access.

Nick Mundt, co-host of Bone Collector, joins Michael Waddell on The Michael Waddell Podcast to discuss hunting experiences, the value of wild game, and camaraderie in hunting camps. Mundt emphasizes that memorable experiences and friendships outweigh trophy size, while reflecting on his 20-year journey with Bone Collector and partnerships with hunting camps including Vatos, Milk River, Blake's place, and Ike Rainey's Giles Island.

Remington Ammunition and Original Grain, an Official Remington brand licensee, expanded The Hunt Club watch collection with two limited-edition styles: Cerakote Black Barrel Chrono and Cerakote Tan Barrel Chrono. The watches feature retired gunstocks from Remington's Lonoke, Arkansas factory and are available through Original Grain.

Bear Ops, the tactical division of Bear & Son Cutlery, launches the Load Out I, a USA-made assisted-opening EDC pocketknife featuring a 3.5-inch Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel blade and lightweight aluminum handles. Available in Black & Copper and Gray & Blue colorways with an MSRP of $109.99 to $114.99.

Bear & Son Cutlery, based in Jacksonville, Alabama, introduces the new 4 5/8" Large Farmhand folding pocketknife featuring a 3 5/8-inch high carbon stainless steel blade and aluminum handle available in blue, red, or black. The lightweight utility knife weighs 1.9 ounces and retails for $42.99.

Whitewater Fishing, a performance fishing apparel maker, has joined Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor. WTU President Jeff Schinkten welcomed the partnership, noting that Whitewater's high-performance gear aligns with the outdoor interests of WTU's 120,000-plus members.

TUO Gear, a technical hunting apparel manufacturer, has joined Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor. WTU President Jeff Schinkten praised TUO Gear's diverse product line, from early season whitetail pants to turkey season base layers, welcoming them to the organization.

Jason Nauert's "Jason the Butcher" Season 2 premieres September 28 on Outdoor Channel, featuring the survival expert and founder of the Rocky Mountain Institute of Meat hunting axis deer in Maui with a retired Navy SEAL. The season includes episodes with military veterans, combat training, and conservation-focused adventures across diverse terrain.

Field & Stream TV, operated by Outdoor America, and Safari Club International announced a content partnership bringing SCI-produced programming to Field & Stream TV's FAST channels, uniting the network's outdoor lifestyle content with SCI's decades of ethical hunting and wildlife conservation storytelling.

Outdoor Channel and Sportsman Channel are offering a free preview from September 28 through October 31 to approximately 10 million households through major cable and satellite providers including DISH, SLING, and Armstrong. The preview features programming from personalities like Michael Waddell, Jim Shockey, Bill Dance, and Steven Rinella.

Kent and Shannon Rollins drive their 1876 chuck wagon to America's historic working ranches in Season 2 of Cast Iron Cowboy, premiering September 28 at 8:00pm ET on Outdoor Channel. The couple prepares regionally inspired meals for cowboys across ranches from Florida to Alaska, starting at Bull Hammock Ranch in Martin County, Florida.

COMPETITION

The USA won 17 medals at the World Archery Field Championships in Yankton, South Dakota, including seven gold medals with five coming from team competition. Notable performances included Casey Kaufhold's double gold, Hailey Franzone's gold in recurve U21 women, and Brady Ellison's three medals across different colors, while seven Arizona archers supported by the Arizona Athlete Grant contributed to the team's success.

 

Virginia's bowhunting season opener is this weekend. I can't think of a more important message to share with you than to wear your damned harness. Here's a video from Hunter Safety System worth watching. A big thank you to HSS for their sustained work in tree stand safety.

 
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