TUO introduces the Nivor Jacket and Bib, purpose-built for late-season whitetail hunting with Paralite™ insulation, AeroGuard™ windproof membrane, and Verse camouflage. Both items feature 4.9+ star ratings and are available at tuogear.com for $389.99 each.

Darton Archery has announced its 2027 TriTech V2 lineup featuring new refinements and weight-saving titanium hardware at the same price as the previous model. Available in 31, 33, 35, and new LD models, the lineup includes three new accessories: colored grip plates, toolless micro-adjust yoke splitter set, and bow stand 3rd-leg.

Black Eagle Arrows announced new 5mm and 5.7mm Tier One arrows and Purpose Vanes, offering bowhunters and target archers matched shaft-and-vane packages. The arrows feature Dynamic Spine Alignment for superior accuracy and repeatability, with both options lighter and stronger than competing products.

Elite Archery announces the launch of the Cypher compound bow available November 2, featuring the SP2 Cam System, VX Performance Mods, and a caged aluminum riser delivering IBO speeds up to 335 FPS. The bow offers adjustable let-off up to 90% and a 25"-30.5" draw length range, available as a bare bow or Ready-to-Shoot Kit with Custom Bow Equipment accessories.

North Dakota Game and Fish Department, North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and local partners are collaborating to address anticipated boating access challenges on Lake Sakakawea, Lake Oahe, and the Missouri River due to low water conditions in 2027. The Game and Fish Department is adjusting the fishing tournament schedule to manage congestion at viable ramp locations.

November is Manatee Awareness Month as Florida's manatees migrate to warmer waters. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) urges boaters to reduce speed, watch for manatees, and respect manatee protection zones to prevent collisions and support conservation efforts.

Alfred State College (NY) won the team title and Tanner Schmaus of Montcalm Community College (MI) captured the individual crown at the 2026 USA College Clay Target League National Championship held October 30th–November 1st in Bunker Hill, Illinois. Schmaus shot 199 of 200 targets, winning on a tiebreaker over Alfred State's Justin Jerome.

Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) and the National Rifle Association (NRA) filed a motion for preliminary injunction in federal court seeking to immediately block Pennsylvania's ban on issuing firearm carry licenses to adults under 21, citing binding Third Circuit precedent from Lara v. Paris that established 18-to-20-year-old adults are protected by the Second Amendment.

John Lewton was sentenced to one year of probation and fined $20,000 for violating the federal Lacey Act by trafficking wildlife. Lewton sold reproductive material from a wild bighorn sheep harvested during a 2019 hunt to an alternative livestock ranch, violating Montana law and threatening native wildlife populations.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks' Future Fisheries Citizen Review Panel is seeking a licensed angler resident for a two-year volunteer position. The 14-member panel reviews proposals twice yearly for the Future Fisheries Improvement Program, which distributes approximately $1 million annually for wild fish habitat restoration projects.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife christened the R/V Walleye, a 55-foot research vessel built by Andersen Boat Works, replacing the aging R/V Explorer at the Sandusky Fisheries Research Station. The new vessel will enhance fisheries surveys in Lake Erie's western basin to support sustainable management of walleye and yellow perch populations.

The Gulf Council met in Galveston, Texas, October 27-29, 2026, taking final action on mutton and yellowtail snapper management amendments, modifying red snapper accountability measures, and advancing work on greater amberjack regional management and hogfish catch limits based on recent stock assessments.

Through the second weekend of Montana's 2026 general big game season, northwest Montana reported 3,235 hunters at regional check stations, about 7% fewer than last year. Regional wildlife manager Neil Anderson noted 183 white-tailed deer, 24 mule deer bucks, and 23 elk harvested, with overall hunter success at 7.1% compared to 9.3% in 2025.

Tink's highlights how the whitetail rut intensifies midday deer movement, encouraging hunters to stay in stands longer. The article features strategies from Tink's Director of Marketing Teri Quinn and recommends Tink's #69 Doe-In-Rut and Tink's Peak30 Premium Doe Estrus products for rut hunting success.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks hunter check stations near Anaconda, Bonner, and Darby reported 3,875 hunter stops during the first two weekends of big game rifle season, with 141 elk and 191 deer checked. CWD sampling stations are available at multiple locations to help manage chronic wasting disease.

The Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission has closed Hunting District 502 to all bighorn sheep hunting effective one-half hour after sunset on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Safari Club International reports that Argentina has resumed processing and issuing export permits for hunting trophies harvested in 2025 and 2026. SCI leadership and staff advocated with government representatives to facilitate lawful exports following administrative delays.

Vermont's 16-day regular deer season begins November 14 and ends November 29. New rules allow hunters with antlerless permits to take antlerless deer. Vermont Fish and Wildlife's deer biologist Nick Fortin encourages hunters to wear fluorescent orange and notes that western regions have the greatest deer populations.

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department offers safety and legal reminders ahead of the deer season opener, including requirements for fluorescent orange apparel, tag validation procedures, fire danger awareness, and encouragement to complete harvest surveys for wildlife management.

Lt. Colonel Robert K. Brown, founder of Soldier of Fortune magazine, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2026. His wife Marie honored his wish for privacy until November 2nd, marking what would have been his 95th birthday.

SHIELD Sights marks its 40th anniversary as a British manufacturer of red dot optics, celebrating four decades of innovation since its founding on November 3, 1986. The company developed the influential RMSc mounting footprint now widely adopted by handgun manufacturers and continues manufacturing optics in Crewkerne, England.

Caliber King's Monthly Ammo Price Report shows ammunition prices were mixed in October 2026, with five of 12 popular calibers rising, five falling, and two unchanged. .22 LR saw the largest increase at 4.9%, while .357 Magnum declined 1.8%, according to founder Hilton Hart.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. has joined HOWL for Wildlife's Yes on 83 coalition to support Colorado's Amendment 83, which would establish a constitutional right to hunt and fish. The amendment names hunting and fishing as preferred wildlife management methods while preserving state regulatory authority. Hunters and anglers fund over 55 percent of Colorado's wildlife conservation.

Invasive New Zealand mudsnails have been found in Bear Creek in Kent County, marking the first detection in southern Michigan's Lower Peninsula. The Coldwater River Watershed Council discovered the snails during routine monitoring, with verification from Oakland University and Trout Unlimited. Michigan Invasive Species Program biologists are conducting additional sampling and working with local organizations to prevent further spread.

ZeroTech Optics USA introduces the Thrive HD 2.5-15x50 – PHR 2, a 21.7-ounce hunting riflescope featuring a 2.5-15x magnification range with an Adjustable BDC Turret offering five independently lockable reference markers for customized elevation adjustments.

Hawke Optics unveiled the Frontier ED X Compact 15–35x56 Spotting Scope, featuring extra-low dispersion glass and wide-angle optics in a lightweight 35.4-ounce package designed for backpacking and hunting expeditions while maintaining premium optical clarity and performance.

Trijicon, Inc. announced the availability of its RCR (Ruggedized Closed Reflex) sight in a new Flat Dark Earth anodized finish. The fully enclosed reflex optic features a 3.25 MOA red dot, 10 brightness settings, and waterproof performance to 66 feet, maintaining compatibility with existing RMR-ready slides and mounting plates.

Remington announces the availability of the 2027 Limited Edition Bullet Knife, The Homesteader, a collector-focused folding pocketknife featuring premium multi-blade design and classic materials. The knife is 100-percent U.S.A. made with hand-finished V-Flat edge and green stag bone handles, now shipping to dealers nationwide at $147.99.

Chiappa Firearms introduces the Hunter Rhino 60DS, a .357 Magnum revolver with a unique low bore axis design that reduces recoil and muzzle flip. The 6-inch barrel revolver, made in Italy and distributed by Chiappa USA in Dayton, Ohio, is chambered for .357 Magnum and .38 Special, offering hunters versatility for whitetail, hogs, and predators.

SnapSafe, a Hornady Manufacturing brand, introduces modular safes that assemble on-site without welding or professional installation. The line features 2300°F fire protection and scales from single-door to double-door configurations, with the Titan model starting at $2,189 and the Super Titan Double Door at $3,269.

Browning Trail Cameras partnered with onX Hunt to integrate cellular trail cameras with the Strike Force Wireless app, allowing hunters to automatically share wildlife imagery to onX Hunt's mapping and planning tools for enhanced digital scouting.

Custom & Collectable Firearms introduces the Henry X Model Sentinel, a custom .30-30 lever-action rifle featuring a suppressor-ready threaded barrel, Grade 4 American walnut WOOX Bravado stock with M-LOK® compatibility, and modern optics rail alongside classic design elements.

Blue Force Gear® introduces the MTKN!® NANO - ES, a compact 6" by 4" trauma kit designed for everyday preparedness and emergency response. The kit features a one-handed deployment system with essential supplies including QuikClot® Combat Gauze LE, HyFin® Vent Compact Chest Seal, and compression dressing, available in belt-mounted and MOLLE configurations.

Crow Wholesale announced an exclusive MTP Holiday promotion featuring Diamondback products with special promotional pricing for dealers from October 26-30. The limited-time offer aims to help Crow dealers prepare for the holiday selling season with access to select Diamondback products while supplies last.

Ol'Man Outdoors, maker of Millennium Stands and innovative hunting products, has joined Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor. WTU President Jeff Schinkten praised the company's reliable tree stands and commitment to hunter safety through patented technology.

Bergara has announced its sponsorship of Beyond the Hunt, an Outdoor Channel television series hosted by Rick and Julie Kreuter. The partnership aligns Bergara's precision hunting rifles with the Kreuter's experience-driven approach to outdoor storytelling, emphasizing conservation, hunting heritage, and wildlife respect.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications for the Nonmotorized Advisory Workgroup, which consists of 11 volunteers serving four-year terms. The workgroup collaborates with the Michigan Trails Advisory Council and meets quarterly. Applications close November 15.

The Michigan Natural Resources Commission will meet Thursday, Nov. 12, at Lansing Community College. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will livestream the meeting at 9:30 a.m. via the DNR's YouTube meetings channel.

The Pennsylvania Game Commission announced confirmations of three commissioners for new terms through 2030: Dr. Michael Mitrick from York County, Haley Sankey from Blair County, and Allen DiMarco from Lycoming County. All were appointed by Gov. Josh Shapiro and confirmed by the Pennsylvania Senate.

Travelers' Rest State Park, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and Society of American Foresters, is hosting the Capitol Christmas Tree on November 3 from 4-6 p.m. at the Lolo Community Center. The free, family-friendly event features hot cocoa, cookies, ornament crafting, and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

The Realtree Channel returns to MyOutdoorTV throughout November, featuring shows from Bill Jordan, Tyler Jordan, and David Blanton. The ad-free channel includes Realtree Outdoors, Realtree Road Trips, Realtree's Monster Bucks, and Black Cloud Duck Hunting content celebrating Team Realtree's 40th Anniversary in 2026.

Sportsman Channel's "Lock & Load Thursday" block airs weekly from 9:00-11:00 p.m. ET, featuring Guns & Ammo TV, Gun Stories hosted by Joe Mantegna, Dirt Trax TV, Handguns with J. Scott Rupp and Richard Nance, and MeatEater with Steven Rinella. The 4th annual "Guns & Ammo Showcase" presented by Brownells premieres November 26.

The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation reports a 51% statewide decline in quail numbers from 2025 to 2026, with extreme drought and heat affecting survey results across most regions. Despite challenging conditions, biologists expect hunters to find fair quail numbers in favorable habitat areas when season opens November 14, 2026.

The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation reports 2026 pheasant populations remain stable but below long-term averages based on spring crow counts and summer brood surveys. Pheasant season runs December 1, 2026 through January 31, 2027, with hunters allowed two cock pheasants daily in designated counties.

Editor’s Note: Fighting food insecurity takes more than good intentions. It takes food—and hunters can help provide something that is often difficult for hunger-relief programs to supply: much-needed protein. Donating wild game through a local hunters-for-the-hungry program puts that protein on the tables of families who need it.

November is Wild Game Meat Donation Month, a timely reminder that a successful hunt can feed more than your own household. The Arkansas effort detailed below shows what’s possible when hunters, processors, educators and agricultural organizations work together. It also highlights a need that doesn’t end when the school week does. For children who rely on school meals, having protein available over weekends and holidays matters. Donating venison, or helping cover the cost of processing it, gives hunters a direct way to make a difference.

Arkansas State University joined Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry and Arkansas Farm Bureau on Wednesday to unveil the latest addition to its College of Agriculture Meat Market and Lab: a $750,000 improvement project designed to fight food insecurity with the help of deer hunters and processors statewide.

The expansion, funded through a grant from the Arkansas Office of Skills Development, focuses on producing shelf-stable venison snack sticks that AHFH uses to feed children from food-insecure families. The small packages of protein are much more than a convenient treat; in some cases, they are the only meat children receive on weekends when school meal programs are unavailable.

Ronnie Ritter, executive director of AHFH, said the organization distributes hundreds of thousands of servings of donated ground venison to food pantries across the state each year, and its new snack stick program has seen far greater demand than organizers originally anticipated. The snack sticks are placed into weekend backpack programs so students living in food-insecure homes have the nutrition they need on weekends and school holidays.

“I get a call nearly every week from a new school asking for these sticks to add to their backpack programs,” Ritter said. “They can get cereals and canned goods, but shelf-stable meat is an extremely hard need to fill.”

Ritter explained that while many processors produce snack sticks in Arkansas, he has struggled to find one capable of producing snack sticks that need no refrigeration at the volume the organization requires. Until ASU’s expansion, Ritter relied on a facility in Missouri for the bulk of the processing.

Last year, AHFH provided 172,000 snack sticks, with the meat for 128,000 sourced directly from deer clubs enrolled in the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP).

“We have the demand, we have a lot of hunters willing to donate deer, and we also have the biological need to harvest the deer and balance local deer herds,” Jeremy Brown, coordinator for the AGFC’s Deer Management Assistance Program, said. “Clubs that work with our biologists to manage their herds often need to harvest more does than their members want to process and keep. But to maintain a healthy, productive herd, they have to keep the buck-to-doe ratio close to a 1-to-1 balance.”

Over the past few years, Brown and Ritter have coordinated with multiple DMAP clubs to host special hunts aimed at meeting the demand for the snack stick program.

“We’re hoping to produce 200,000 this year, and we’re already ahead of last year’s deer club donations,” Ritter said. “Now, the real limiting factor is the cost and capacity to process the sticks, and this expansion at A-State will help keep as much of that processing within the state as possible.”

According to Corey Readnour, meat lab director at Arkansas State, the upgraded facility should be able to process nearly 200,000 shelf-stable snack sticks per year, provided there is sufficient storage capacity for the meat. Students working in the lab will process and package the venison, gaining hands-on vocational experience while providing a direct service to Arkansas communities. Liam McGregor, an A-State student working in the lab, said the initiative inspired him to take greater ownership of his education and work.

“Before I started my job here, Corey mentioned this program was getting started,” McGregor said. “Knowing how much it would help the community and give back was a big reason I wanted to take the job. I didn’t know all the specifics at first, but I knew it was a great cause, so I’m proud to be a part of it.”

Visit www.arkansashunters.org for more information about Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry. Hunters can make a donation to help pay processing fees for these snack sticks and other AHFH operations when they purchase their hunting license at www.agfc.com/licenses. 

– Arkansas G&FC