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November 21, 2014

Ford announces fuel numbers for F-150 — best among all gas-powered pickups

Ford today released its long-awaited fuel efficiency numbers for the 2015 F-150 pickup, staking claim to the highest EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings in the gas-powered 1/2-ton pickup segment. The new trucks started rolling off the line […]

November 21, 2014

Steyr Scout has new lower price and three colors

Steyr Arms is giving the Scout rifle a new look with an expanded color scheme that includes black, olive drab green, “Mud” brown and of course, grey. Mud is Steyr’s brand of flat dark earth. But […]

November 21, 2014

A brief look at Texas lakes and what to expect in coming months

Nasworthy Lake Nasworthy, recently filled to capacity by late summer rains ,offers to a great setting for fall and winter angling. Fish surveys conducted by the TPWD revealed recently that the San Angelo Lake has good […]

November 21, 2014

Colorado man gets 27 months for illegal cougar hunting

A big game hunting outfitter was sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for his role in illegal mountain lion and bobcat hunts, the U.S. Justice Department announced. Christopher Loncarich, 55, was sentenced in a Denver […]

November 20, 2014

Rainbow Trout

Rainbow Trout from the Guadalupe River

November 20, 2014

blue cat

Jesse Charo caught this 23 pound blue catfish at Lake Corpus Christi in Mathis,Texas on 11/19/2014

November 20, 2014

Could This Mean The End Of The Sig Brace For AR Pistols?

In a letter reportedly written to a small home defense shotgun maker, the nation’s top gun control regulator says shouldering a Sig Sauer-made SB15 pistol stabilizing brace could change a firearm’s classification rendering it subject to bureaucratic and […]

November 20, 2014

Texas Will Leave Border Enforcement to State Police and Game Wardens

Texas National Guard units will leave the Rio Grande Valley by early spring, Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst said Wednesday, entrusting the extension of the so-called law enforcement surge along the border to state police and game […]

November 20, 2014

Leno Cancels Appearance Due to Gun Control Bullies

Jay Leno is one of the most successful comedians of our generation, and a tireless supporter of our military veterans. He has a big heart, and does a lot of charity work. In general, most people […]

November 20, 2014

NRA Foundation Funds Louisiana State University Mobile Marksman Project

FAIRFAX, Va. – The NRA Foundation is proud to support Louisiana State University’s Mobile Marksman Project, a system developed by the LSU Mechanical Engineering Capstone Design Program to help high level quadriplegics to participate in the […]

November 19, 2014

Game Warden Field Notes

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife Department law enforcement reports. Not So Fast A Starr County game warden received an Operation Game Thief call regarding a local hunter who shot a […]

November 19, 2014

Hickok45 Enters the “Grip Zone” – Debuts New Springfield XD Sub-Compact Mod.2 (VIDEO)

It’s like the Danger Zone, but grippier. Hickok45 not only already has one of Sprigfield’s recently released Mod.2 XD pistols, but he’s already got a video of it up on Youtube. Of course, Hickok45 isn’t an […]

November 19, 2014

Florida: Vote this week on using suppressors in hunting

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will decide Thursday on repealing the state’s 1957 ban on the use of sound suppressor devices by hunters in the face of opposition from gun control advocates. The seven-member […]

November 19, 2014

Why You’re All Wrong About The Taurus Curve

I’m going to say something that is probably going to get me laughed right out of the room. The Taurus Curve is a brilliant pistol design. For those of you who know me, I want to […]

November 19, 2014

About 140 Turtles Stunned in South Texas Cold Snap

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (AP) – Experts are caring for about 140 turtles stunned in a cold snap that left the reptiles stranded on South Texas beaches. The National Park Service at Padre Island National Seashore on […]

November 18, 2014

NFWF Announces $13.2 Million for Gulf Restoration Projects in Texas

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) today announced about $13.2 million in grants for eight Texas projects that will use criminal settlement funds from the BP oil spill to add land to […]

November 18, 2014

KABOOM: Garand Explodes Due To Apparent Squib Round (VIDEO)

A woman, her shooting partner, and their cameraperson are lucky to be alive. Her M1 Garand detonated after she failed to check the barrel for an obstruction due to an apparent squib round, and she attempted […]

November 18, 2014

Home News Science, Space & Robotics Police officers in California, Texas testing networked guns

YardArm is working with several police agencies in California and Texas, testing a mobile network-connected technology that sends signals when an officer unholsters and fires their weapon. The company originally developed a consumer technology that could […]

November 18, 2014

Say hello to the Taurus Curve

The Taurus Curve is a completely new type of concealed-carry handgun. Designed from the ground up for deep concealment and discreet carry, the Curve is contoured to fit the human body. It’s an unusual handgun. Small and […]

November 18, 2014

Tackle thief

After two long years of losing tackle to a mysterious fish that no one could promptly identify I believe the answer is clear now. Over the 4th of July weekend my son keil landed this six […]

November 18, 2014

Michele

My first deer and 5th time to shoot 30 06. Michele Leclaire killed this 4 1/2 year old beauty 11-15-14 in Clay County Texas . Call it love, my husband had him in the cross hairs […]

November 18, 2014

Winter is Coming – Is Your Boat Ready?

There’s a chill in the air these days, and although most of us probably won’t have to deal with snow and ice, freeze damage can still be an issue for boaters. The very nature of boats […]

November 17, 2014

Black drum from a kayak

30lb+ black drum caught and released from a kayak in port aransas. TX 11-16-14 by Kelsey murray

November 17, 2014

Follow Texas Fish & Game on Instagram

Last week we breathed new life into our Texas Fish & Game Instagram feed. We completely reworked our feed and our followers to primarily support our readers. Starting in December we will begin to post all […]

November 17, 2014

Remington CEO Confirms NY SAFE Act Was the Reason the Company Expanded in Alabama

It’s no secret that gun makers are increasingly leaving states that have strict gun control laws for “greener pastures” in more gun friendly states. Remington is one such company. Remington announced earlier this year that they […]

November 17, 2014

Tourists warned to be careful around South Texas deer

PORT MANSFIELD — Norm Lavelle loves the deer he feeds — even the big buck that could have killed him. Lavelle feeds the deer at his home. The population has soared to about 450 this fall […]

November 17, 2014

Moms Demand Action ‘Prepared to Fight’ Texas Open Carry Legislation

Washington DC – -(Ammoland.com)- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America says they are “prepared to fight” the passage of open carry legislation in the state of Texas. Breitbart News previously reported that on November […]

November 17, 2014

Jerry Miculek Makes 1,000 Yard, Off-Hand Shot in 2 Seconds With .50 Cal Rifle (VIDEO)

Jerry Miculek has pretty much done it all in his storied career as a professional shooter. That’s probably why he feels the need to keep pushing the envelope further and further with his shooting videos over […]

November 14, 2014

Slovenian hunter shoots rare ‘unicorn’ roe deer

A hunter in Celje, Slovenia shot and killed a roe deer which appears to look like a unicorn. The scientist who authenticated the deer, Bostjan Pokorny, said he has never seen anything like it before. Experts […]

November 14, 2014

TX REP INTRODUCES LEGISLATION BARRING ENFORCEMENT OF FEDERAL GUN CONTROL LAWS

Lawmakers in Texas will consider legislation to bar the enforcement of any federal gun control law that “infringes on a law abiding citizen’s right to keep and bear arms.” The bill, numbered HB 176, is titled The […]

November 14, 2014

Anglers ‘Get More’ in New Shimano Curado I Series Reels

IRVINE, Calif. – Special 2014 Introduction – Now Available – Among avid anglers going back more than 20 years, the Shimano Curado has become the standard baitcasting reel to use for nearly any bass fishing technique […]

November 14, 2014

World’s Largest Cottonmouth Found in Duck Hole [VIDEO]

While planting a duck hole last summer, the Mossy Oak crew ran into this giant cottonmouth. Cottonmouth snakes, or water moccasins, live in the southeastern United States from southern Virginia to Florida and as far west as East Texas. […]

November 13, 2014

PTR Industries unveils Texas-edition TXR rifle with Gov. Rick Perry

At an unveiling event this Veteran’s Day with special guests Texas Gov. Rick Perry and Special Operations Wounded Warrior Bobby Dove, PTR Industries raised the curtain on its new TXR, a limited Texas-edition rifle. “We had an […]

November 13, 2014

Hammerhead shark trails kayakers for miles off Palm Beach

WFLA News Channel 8 PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL (WFLA) – Two fishermen in kayaks had a close encounter with a hammerhead shark off the shore of Palm Beach last Friday. According to WPTV, the NBC affiliate in […]

November 13, 2014

Rice Farmer Helps Migratory Birds, Cleans Water on Texas Coast

When 168,000 gallons of oil was reported to be spilled this spring into Texas’ Houston Ship Channel because of a collision between a barge and tanker, it was a reminder of the vulnerability of the Gulf […]

November 13, 2014

XD pistol gets a shot in the arm; New Springfield XD Mod.2 design

Springfield Armory has just launched a brand-new XD, the XD Sub-Compact Mod.2. Designed for concealed-carry, this double-stack pistol is more than an update, it’s a complete overhaul. While a few features seem to come from the […]

November 13, 2014

These Are Some of the Coolest Archery Trick Shots We’ve Ever Seen (VIDEO)

You aren’t likely to use any of these trick shots from your treestand, but the video below from Dude Perfect is good inspiration for spicing up your target practice. While the group may have earned their […]

November 12, 2014

Agents say men caught 53 redfish too many

If you’re going to catch more than your limit of fish, you might as well go WAY over your limit. According to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, that’s what two anglers did Sunday. Terry […]

November 12, 2014

Texas’ Biggest Showcase of Hunting, Conservation: Jan. 15-18

Dallas, TX -(Ammoland.com)- The Dallas Safari Club (DSC) convention and expo – Texas’ biggest showcase of hunting, sporting and outdoor adventure – is set for Jan. 15-18. The public-welcome event, set in downtown Dallas at the […]

November 11, 2014

Tiger Shark Attack: Human Head Found In The Belly Of A 1,300 Pound Shark

When shark fishermen in the Philippines caught a huge tiger shark, they were probably excited. But that excitement turned to horror when they realized their prize catch had a human head contained within its maw. A […]

November 11, 2014

East Texas Black Bear Task Force encourages residents to report possible black bear sightings

Founded in 2005, the East Texas Black Bear Task Force is a non-profit coalition of state, federal, private industry, and private citizens who seek to support the restoration of the black bear in its historic range […]

November 11, 2014

Big Buck (Walker County)

Walker county 12 point (hard to see kickers on left and right), taken by John Anselmo Saturday 11-08-2014 , just after sunset chasing three does in field, I almost had a heart attack after seeing this […]

November 11, 2014

12pt. Abilene Texas 10-18-2014

12pt. Shot 25yrds Abilene Tx. 10-18-2014 Buffalo Mountain Ranch

November 11, 2014

Police now to come knocking after funerals in search of guns

Buffalo, New York police are now visiting the homes of those recently departed in search of firearms as part of a new plan to help keep tabs on local guns. The move, put into effect by […]

November 11, 2014

ATF Releases FAQ on “80-Percent” Receivers

The ATF has released an public FAQ for 80% lower receivers. Originally posted on Ammoland, the full text of the release is below with pictures documenting the ATF’s interpretation of current statues. In short, its cut […]

November 11, 2014

Annual coyote hunt with rifles as prize draws fire, legislation (VIDEO)

A hunt for nuisance coyotes sponsored by a Roswell, New Mexico, gun shop in which the winning team receives free AR-15s is prompting calls for legislation to ban the practice. Larry’s Gun Shop’s annual Great Coyote […]

November 11, 2014

What’s it like on the receiving end of an AK-47? Bulletproof glass put to the test (VIDEO)

Calm as a cucumber, the president of Texas Armoring Corporation sits in his luxury vehicle and let’s his employee shoot at him. TAC, maker of armored passenger vehicles, puts its product to the test. Source: Guns.com

November 11, 2014

Belt Fed Revolver!

I recently ran across this picture on my Instagram feed (which my wife calls my “Gun Pintrest”) and had to find out more: Turns out it is a unique single action 20 shot chain fed revolver from 1866 patented […]

November 11, 2014

News from the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show

As usual this year, my benefactors at boats.com sent me to the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. And also as usual, it was a crazy scene full of uber-expensive yachts, luxury machines, and watercraft as varied […]

November 10, 2014

Texas Lawmaker Introduces Open Carry Bill, but Will Gun Owners Support It? (VIDEO)

MyFoxAustin.com | KTBC Fox 7 | News, Weather, Sports A Texas lawmaker has introduced an open carry bill on the first day that lawmakers were able to file bills for the upcoming legislative session. With the […]

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