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COMPETITION
The 2025 National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) national tournament series kicked off with the Western National Tournament at the Mountain America Exposition Center in Sandy, Utah on April 25-26, 2025.
Sparta, Wisconsin - This weekend marked the 41st Annual Western Classic Trail Shoot and 31st annual NFAA marked 3D National Championship located at the Straight Arrow Bowhunters Club in Redding, CA.
This past weekend, the Women’s Known Pro class delivered an outstanding performance, with Easton shooters securing four coveted spots in the shoot-off. Leading the charge was Tanja Gellenthien, who trusted her SuperDrive 23 arrows to reach the top of the podium.
The SystmX string system, made by GAS Bowstrings, has been gaining incredible traction and results since its release in Q4 of 2024. So far in 2025, SystmX has been a part of countless successful hunts along with winning numerous professional titles in both indoor and outdoor target events along with several 3D tournament titles.

The TAC Vanes Pro Team delivered a standout performance at the 2025 Easton & Hoyt Pro ASA held in Minden, Louisiana. Competing against the nation’s best, TAC Vanes shooters once again proved their dominance on the Women's Pro circuit.
Team Mathews had a dominant showing at the third ASA event of the year in Minden, Louisiana sweeping Women’s Pro as well as winning Men’s Senior Pro.
Pros and amateurs alike found great success at the Camp Minden ASA event held April 24-27 in Louisiana! It was an exciting weekend of shooting for all our Darton, Black Eagle and Conquest family of archers.
JOBS
Whitetails Unlimited Inc. is seeking a part-time Field Director in Kentucky to execute program services.

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Location: Centerville, Iowa
Silencer Central is on the hunt for a dynamic Media & Content Specialist to join the team in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. 
NEWS
Meet the People Practicing Time-Honored Methods of Traditional Barbecue and Live Fire Cooking Monday, May 5 at 9 p.m. ET
Whitetail Institute, a leader in innovative wildlife and land management solutions, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with ADAMA, one of the world’s leading crop protection companies.

Kevin VanDam, widely recognized as one of the most successful and respected figures in competitive fishing, now has his series, The VanDam Experience, available to stream immediately on MyOutdoorTV.

The renowned brand recently announced the addition of two top-of-the-line tools to their turkey-calling lineup, the Thunder Ridge Pro Series Strikers and the premium Ridge Talker Box Call—both of which deliver true-to-life sounds that’ll quickly bring the woods to life.

Moultrie Mobile, a leader in game management products including game cameras, feeders, and attractants, has renewed as a Whitetails Unlimited national sponsor.
Regal Products is proud to announce that it has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) under the Veterans Health Administration Innovation Ecosystem (VHAIE) to pilot its SecureMe™ safety technology.

North Dakota’s 2024 pheasant and sharp-tailed grouse harvests were up, while gray partridge was similar to 2023, according to the state Game and Fish Department. Upland game biologist RJ Gross said the overall harvest was likely a result of more hunters, more trips and more birds in the population.
Ohio’s Logan County and Killbuck Valley Whitetails Unlimited Chapters, along with a match from WTU National Headquarters, all contributed funds totaling $25,909 to purchase two drones for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
The Boone and Crockett Club announced that TrueTimber is the Official Merchandise Sponsor for the 32nd Triennial Big Game Awards.
Powder Valley is proud to announce the addition of the Barnes Harvest Collection to its growing lineup of premium hunting ammunition.
ZenCentiv takes center stage in the latest episode of the Headhunters NW Podcast. Hosted by Shaylene, this engaging episode features Nick Nielson of ZenCentiv as he discusses the groundbreaking no-code sales compensation platform that is transforming the way organizations manage and implement incentive programs.
“The Fishmonger” Features San Diego Native Tommy Gomes and is Produced by “Ranch America” and “Dead Meat” Production Team
Kinsey’s Inc. is proud to highlight Fiocchi during this Vendor Focus Week, running May 5 through May 11, 2025.
Turkey seasons are well underway across the country, but many states have seasons that extend to Memorial Day, or even early June! Turkey hunters know there aren’t many experiences that match the sight and sounds of a stud gobbler sashaying into shotgun range, especially when they come to the call. And refining the craft is always more effective during real time hunting scenarios.
Wilderness Bonds is proud to announce that legendary firearms manufacturer Mossberg will be the official sponsor of its upcoming Oklahoma Hog Hunt, a high-energy, all-female adventure aimed at expanding the tradition of ethical hunting and field mentorship.
The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department and Vermont Fish and Wildlife Board will hold two more public hearings on May 6 and 8 to get input on the Fish and Wildlife Department’s 2025 Antlerless Harvest Recommendation as well as proposed changes to white-tailed deermoose and turkey hunting regulations and the rules for transporting wild game meat from out of state.
Watch the championship round of 2025 Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour O’Reilly Auto Parts Stage Four Presented by OPTIMA Batteries LIVE on GAME & FISH TV, powered by Outdoor Sportsman Group, on May 4 at 1 p.m. ET. 
SPYPOINT, a leader in trail camera technology since 2004, is proud to announce the official release of two new cellular trail cameras to the award-winning FLEX series: the FLEX-DARK and the FLEX-S-DARK.
Live Event from Chattanooga with 66 Anglers Competing for Top Prize of $150,000
Lancaster Archery Supply has added a custom string builder to its website. The string builder feature at lancasterarchery.com allows customers to design their own compound or recurve/longbow bowstrings from various bowstring manufacturers.
Mathews Archery is proud to announce the official launch of Arrow Vault. Designed with the archer and bowhunter in mind, Arrow Vault provides the most minimalist and streamlined arrow storage solution on the market.
Powder Valley is excited to announce the upcoming availability of Sierra’s new MatchKing-X (MKX) bullets—an innovative evolution of the legendary MatchKing line, now reengineered for both match and hunting performance.
Powered by ViewLift: MOTV Subscribers now get the Best-In-Class Outdoor Streaming Platform with Enhanced Functionality and New Look   

Adventure lies at the very soul of Petersen’s HUNTING, and the newest issue of the leading outdoor magazine builds on that foundation with an impressive array of heart-pounding hunts from around the world.

NSSF hails Tennessee’s Gov. Bill Lee for signing SB 1360 into law which brings added protections to the firearm industry and Second Amendment rights in the Volunteer State.
The Grind is putting the spotlight on the Hardwood Honey, a turkey call that continues to be a go-to for hunters looking to bring in stubborn spring gobblers.

Chambered in the hard-hitting 10mm Auto and decked out in the stunning Kryptek Obskura Skyfall camo, this Gen 3 platform carbine is built for those who crave power, portability, and jaw-dropping style in one compact package.

With back-to-back shows packed full of epic catches, intense rivalries, and expert analysis, this programming block is a can’t-miss for every angling enthusiast.
“Killer Instinct Crossbows remains a part of the Whitetails Unlimited family,” said WTU President Jeff Schinkten.
Pope and Young, America’s leading bowhunting conservation organization, recently inducted six highly deserving Pope and Young members into their Hall of Fame at the 34th Biennial Convention.
Powder Valley is thrilled to announce the upcoming availability of the all-new Hornady 25 Creedmoor, the first SAAMI-approved .25 caliber cartridge designed from the ground up for modern, high-performance shooting. 
Texas Hunter Products, a trusted name in premium outdoor equipment, offers a comprehensive range of durable and efficient Protein Feedersdesigned to support healthy deer herds and enhance antler growth.

At Hi Mountain Seasonings, the commitment to enhancing the grilling experience remains a priority, providing an array of products that cater to novice and seasoned pitmasters alike.

NASP is proud to recognize the continued support of the Easton Sports Development Foundation. Our longstanding partnership with ESDF has provided NASP with ongoing opportunities to invest in schools and students, helping expand our reach across the country.
Access to quality land remains one of the biggest challenges for outdoor enthusiasts, and one of the primary barriers to growing overall participation in activities like hunting.
Maverick Hunting has renewed their Whitetails Unlimited sponsorship, WTU Jeff Schinkten has announced.
They include the backyard Strutter Turkey, Howling Coyote, Elite Walking Bear, Backyard Boarplus our Pro Turkey. By leveraging the NEW I-Phone capable QuivAR technology, the Delta Mckenzie 3D targets will provide shooters with an unprecedented 360-degree view of an animal’s internal organs.
HS Strut, the storied brand of turkey calls and hunting accessories founded by Hunters Specialties more than three decades ago, recently introduced a new choke tube lineup and double-tone box call, just in time for 2025 turkey openers nationwide.
With his larger-than-life personality and unique take on outdoor television, Brian “Pigman” Quaca has redefined the hunting genre as the unfiltered and unapologetic host of Pigman: The Series, airing Sunday nights at 8:30 p.m. ET on Sportsman Channel. 
 

DSC Foundation Issues Emergency Grant to Chapungo-Kambako Safaris

DSC Foundation at its core is an entity that supports wildlife conservation and community development through hunting all over the world. DSC Foundation has always, and will continue to, step forward when operators, outfitters, and communities need help.

One of our communities, Kambako Safaris, in Northern Mozambique, has had their camp devastated by criminals. Their hunting camp was looted, razed to the ground, and everything taken, including uniforms for anti-poaching scouts, food supplies, radios, and other essentials for keeping this conservation area intact.

“We’re still in shock. It’s devastating to see 20 years of hard work and commitment to conservation and community wiped out in a single day. But this will not be the end of Kambako,” stated Jacques Hartzenburg, of Chapungo-Kambako Safaris.

This incident is going to have a tremendous effect on wildlife conservation and community development. The hunting-operator community over the last 20 years has created a ring of protection around the Niassa Special Reserve, creating an indelible conservation success story for wildlife, including incredible plains game, tremendous buffalo, and the only exportable lion population in Mozambique.

DSC Foundation refuses to let all the conservation and community success go by the wayside due to this incident of criminality and, as such, has decided to step into the fold to help. DSC Foundation has approved an emergency grant to Kambako Safaris to provide much needed assistance, directed specifically to helping the following efforts in their conservatory Niassa, Mozambique:

  • Support to ensure anti-poaching efforts in Kambako Safaris conservatory area continue
  • Support to ensure community initiatives established by Kambako Safaris including schools, medical, community gardens, food (meat), etc. continue
  • Support to address other needs tied to these communities

100% of these funds will directly aid the people and wildlife of Niassa, two vital elements that are direct benefactors of hunting.

In the coming days and weeks, DSC Foundation will roll out a greater initiative in combating these terrible acts against conservation. With your support, the Foundation will remain at the ready to quickly assist and act no matter where the need arises.

If you are a hunter that has booked in Northern Mozambique, DSC Foundation and DSC advise you to reach out to your operator/outfitter to discuss the current situations in the Niassa region and how it may impact your planned hunt. DSC Foundation and DSC stands with our operators in Mozambique as well as our members and hunters that hunt there.

 
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