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Here’s the new class of cordless tools for your outdoor tasks

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Professional carpenters, mechanics and those of us who work around the home, cabin or yard, are unplugging in favor of cordless tools. Some of us are even replacing gas-powered lawn mowers, chainsaws and other outdoor lawn and garden equipment with battery power.
However, outfitting your workshop with a set of cordless power tools that can handle all the projects on your to-do list is a pretty big investment.

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Dial back the volume with a suppressor on your predator rifle; here’s what to know

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Hunting predators is an excellent way to keep tuning your hunting and shooting skills during the off-season for whitetails and other big game.
One of the best ways to improve your odds for success is to install a sound suppressor on your predator rifle. A suppressor, more commonly known as a silencer, will not only help protect your hearing, but in low-light conditions it also helps protect your eyes from painful muzzle flashes.

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Dominate the night with thermal hunting optics

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Night hunting has undergone some significant changes in the early decades of the 21st century thanks, in large part, to the advancements in thermal and night vision optics.
We’ve gone from hunters slogging through cornfields and woodlots following behind hounds aiming to bag a treed raccoon using a powerful light and a .22 rifle or handgun, to targeting feral hogs and coyotes with centerfire rifles at distance.

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Ammo will last years if you take care of it; here’s how to properly store it

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In the past it was common practice for gun owners to stop at their local sport shop and pick up a box or two of their favorite ammo when getting ready for a hunt or heading to the target range. And they were most likely able to find what they needed at a reasonable price.
Then COVID hit, and with it came supply chain shortages and a steep jump in prices. While supply chain problems have eased, ammunition remains more expensive today than ever, with significant cost increases, primarily in raw materials. So it’s important to do everything possible to protect that investment.

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$200 federal tax on firearm suppressors goes away Jan. 1

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Legislation passed on July 4 brought a major shift to the firearms suppressor world. Starting Jan. 1, 2026, the $200 federal tax stamp on silencers will be eliminated.
Firearms owners will still have to complete the ATF Form 4 and pass a background check – none of that goes away. But the $200 payment that’s been required since the 1930s is now out the door.

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Profiling the latest in the ATV marketplace

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There’s a trend toward personalization among buyers of off-road vehicles, especially for those who are purchasing high-end UTVs.
Many are looking for special accessories to enhance the vehicle’s performance, aesthetic appeal, or comfort, and the industry is embracing customization in ways that go beyond traditional options. Manufacturers, however, have not abandoned buyers whose needs and budget are more modest.

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Important features to look for when buying a gun safe

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All of us who own firearms – whether it’s one gun or more than a dozen guns – bear the responsibility of keeping them all safe and secure. That means storing them in a proper gun safe.

The most important job of a gun safe is keeping people out and keeping firearms secure. Gun safes deter access to unauthorized family members and visitors, but they also can protect firearms and other valuables from storm damage, water damage, and fire. Here are several important features to consider when looking for a gun safe.

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Summer food plot maintenance: Lime, fertilizer, mowing and more

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As spring rains soak the landscape, many perennial food plots produce large amounts of nutritious deer foods. But as desirable food plot species like clover and alfalfa grow, so too does undesirable weeds and grasses.
It’s inevitable that some unwanted weeds and grasses are going to find their way into your food plot. Instead of driving yourself crazy trying to eliminate every single one, use these strategies to minimize their impact and maximize your plot’s health.

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