The Michigan Department of Natural Resources Outdoor Skills Academy offers a beginner backpacking course Sept. 18-20 at Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Participants will learn trip planning, backcountry safety, Leave No Trace principles, and complete a 5.6-mile scenic hike. Cost is $105 per person including meals, with registration required by Aug. 14.
Beretta USA will participate in the REEDS Fall Classic & Range Days on August 7-8 in Walker, MN, hosted by REEDS Family Outdoor Outfitters. Attendees can experience Beretta's latest shotguns and tactical firearms, including the new A400 Solo, with product experts providing hands-on demonstrations and guidance.
The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association (ALBBAA) designated the 6th Annual Alabama Black Belt Birding Festival as the first official "Black Belt Signature Event," recognizing its role in promoting tourism and conservation. ALBBAA presented a $5,000 grant to Alabama Audubon to support the festival's continued growth throughout Alabama's 23-county Black Belt region.
The 2026 Deer Hunting Conference and Expo, hosted by Oklahoma Hunters and Anglers and the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, takes place August 15 at Metro Tech Springlake Campus in Oklahoma City. The all-day event features 35 breakout sessions, industry experts, hunting TV hosts, and vendor booths, with registration at $50 including lunch and OHA membership.
NSSF, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, invites target shooters nationwide to participate in the 10th annual National Shooting Sports Month in August with the tagline "Let Freedom Plink." The celebration features the #RangeChallenge, participating ranges and retailers offering events and classes, and opportunities to win prizes throughout the month.
The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) is offering free wing shooting workshops at ranges across Oklahoma throughout August and September. ODWC professionals will lead each workshop, providing throwers, targets, ammunition, and guns for participants of all skill levels.
SLG2, Inc. will bring its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid in Memphis, Tennessee, July 31st through August 2nd as part of its 2026 Grand Safety Tour. The free event features a mobile range with firearm simulators, archery activities, and product demonstrations from leading outdoor brands including Black Rifle Coffee.
Michigan's DNR Outdoor Skills Academy and Becoming an Outdoors Woman programs offer August classes including bear hunting, elk hunting, mushroom foraging with Great Lakes Treats instructors Jill and Aaron, and hunter safety courses at various locations.
The Michigan History Center, DNR, and Friends of Tawas Point Lighthouse and State Park invite the public to celebrate 150 years of the Tawas Point Lighthouse with events Aug. 7-8, featuring yard games, crafts, and a free Lee Murdock concert on Saturday evening.
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is hosting a bat viewing event on August 7 in Nine Mile Canyon near Wellington. Attendees will observe biologists conducting netting surveys and see bats up close before release, with DWR Southeastern Region Outreach Manager Brandon Behling emphasizing the ecological importance of Utah's 18 bat species.
RCBS and Hodgdon Powder Company will host four reloading seminars at the 2026 US National Matches at Camp Perry, Ohio, from July 25-31. Sessions range from introductory-to-intermediate for team support personnel to advanced workshops for experienced handloaders, featuring expert staff, door prizes, and exclusive product offers.
The 2026 Deer Hunting Conference and Expo, hosted by Oklahoma Hunters and Anglers and the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, takes place August 15 at Metro Tech Springlake Campus in Oklahoma City. The all-day event features 35 breakout sessions, industry experts, and vendor tables, with early bird attendees receiving a HuntStand PRO subscription.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources hosts the 31st annual Saginaw Bay Waterfowl & Outdoor Festival August 1-2 at Bay City State Park, featuring free family activities, over 50 vendors, hunting clinics, and the Michigan Duck Stamp competition. The festival celebrates waterfowl heritage and wetland conservation with support from Ducks Unlimited, Michigan Duck Hunters Association, and other sponsors.
CZ will exhibit at the inaugural Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) Big Game Days in Missoula, Montana, July 16-19, 2026. The company will showcase hunting-focused firearms at RMEF Basecamp and participate in Range Day activities, allowing attendees to experience CZ products firsthand.
Hunting & Fishing Night returns to Truist Park on August 29, 2026, with Realtree, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, and the Atlanta Braves celebrating outdoor tradition and conservation. Ticket proceeds support the Georgia Natural Resources Foundation, with interactive exhibits, live animal encounters, and limited-edition Realtree APX camo Braves jerseys for the first 15,000 fans.
SHOT Show's Industry Day at the Range 2027, scheduled for January 18, 2027, is offering sponsorship opportunities including Media Lunch, Attendee Lunch, and Official Event App sponsorships. The event brings together over 2,300 vetted attendees for live-fire demonstrations and networking, with the National Shooting Sports Foundation as title sponsor through 2028.
Judge Roger T. Benitez (Ret.) will deliver the keynote address at the 41st annual Gun Rights Policy Conference on September 25-27 in Dallas. Co-hosted by the Second Amendment Foundation and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, the event features speakers including Brandon Herrera, Cam Edwards, and representatives from the ATF, NRA, and Silencer Shop.
SLG2, Inc. brings its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Bass Pro Shops in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on July 18-19, 2026. The free event features a mobile range with firearm and archery experiences, product demonstrations from leading outdoor brands, and hands-on safety education for women, families, and outdoor enthusiasts of all experience levels.
The South Carolina Waterfowl Association is launching the Rather Outdoors Fishing Clinic on October 16–17, 2026, at its Wildlife Education Center in Pinewood. This parent-child event for ages 8–16 features professional instruction, ZEBCO product giveaways, and a special appearance by legendary angler Hank Parker.
The Gun Rights Policy Conference (GRPC) planning committee announced additional speakers for the 41st annual event scheduled for September 25-27 in Dallas, including Brandon Herrera, ATF Director Robert Cekada, and ATF Chief Counsel Robert Leider. Co-hosted by the Second Amendment Foundation and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, the conference features leading Second Amendment experts and advocates.