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.
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department will host its free Conservation and Outdoor Skills Park July 17-25 at the State Fair in Minot, featuring fishing, air rifle shooting, archery, live fish displays, and water safety education for visitors of all ages.
SLG2, Inc. will bring its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Cabela's in Hamburg, Pennsylvania on July 11-12, followed by Bass Pro Shops in Harrisburg on July 18-19. The free event features hands-on firearm and archery experiences, product demonstrations, and outdoor education for women, families, and enthusiasts of all skill levels.
Wildlife for Tomorrow announces the 28th Annual Arizona Outdoor Hall of Fame Induction Banquet on August 22, 2026, at The Wigwam Resort in Litchfield Park. The event honors inductees including Leland "Bill" Brake, Mark Hullinger, James Marquardt (posthumously), John Millican, and the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are now available.
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, the US Army Corps of Engineers, and Fort Peck Interpretive Center are hosting a bat walk on July 31 at 8:30 p.m. FWP biologist Nicole Hussey will present on bats' ecosystem importance, followed by a guided nature trail walk with bat-detecting devices.
Dallas Safari Club Foundation will feature a limited-edition Henry Big Boy rifle in its Summer Expo Gala live auction on July 25 to support Retrieving Freedom, Inc., a nonprofit training service dogs for veterans with disabilities and children with autism. The rifle package includes a facility tour, turkey hunt, and fishing experience.
Winchester Safes achieved record-breaking attendance and a 15% increase in units sold at its Mansfield, Texas Warehouse Sale for the second consecutive year. The event featured food from Texas Grub Food Truck, product demonstrations, and exclusive inventory unavailable through traditional retail channels.
The Buffalo River Elk Festival in Jasper, Arkansas will hold an on-site drawing for three public land elk hunting permits on June 26-27. Registration opens at the Little Buffalo River Visitors' Center, with the drawing taking place Saturday at 5 p.m. on the festival's center stage. Winners must be present to claim their tags.
The Buckmasters Expo, presented by Mountain Dew, returns to Montgomery Renaissance Convention Center August 14–16 for its 31st year. Featuring over 300 booths, the Bulls & Buckmasters Professional Bull Riding Show, and appearances by personalities including Macy Watkins, Nate Hosie, and Randy Birdsong, admission is free with a canned food donation benefiting Friendship Mission.
Keith Warren and Johnny Piazza hosted the annual High Road Viewer Appreciation Party in Conroe, Texas, drawing over 250 attendees. The event raised substantial funds for the Texas and Louisiana Chapters of SCI through raffles, auctions, and sponsor support, advancing conservation efforts and hunting heritage preservation.
Georgia's Coastal Resources Division hosts Beach Week 2026 June 29-July 1 at Jekyll Island, St. Simons Island, and Tybee Island. Free family-friendly events feature interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and live horseshoe crabs, with partnerships including University of Georgia Marine Extension, Georgia Sea Grant, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
The MidwayUSA Foundation is hosting its National Youth Shooting Sports Conference August 20-22 in Columbia, Missouri, featuring hands-on coaching from instructors like Don Currie and Olympian James Hall. The event includes range days sponsored by Walther Arms, Federal Ammunition, and Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation, with equipment demonstrations from multiple firearms and outdoor brands.
Gunsite Academy, founded by Jeff Cooper in 1976, announces its 50th Anniversary Alumni Shoot on October 3rd, 2026, at its Paulden, Arizona facility. The event will feature shooting stages, vendor exhibitions, and commemorative activities celebrating five decades of defensive firearms training excellence.
Salamonie Lake's interpretive center hosts an open house on June 27 featuring a ribbon cutting for a newly accessible family restroom with a motorized changing table donated by the Steve Berry family in honor of Elaine Berry. The event includes a Touch-a-Truck experience and showcases accessible features sponsored by Friends of Upper Wabash Interpretive Services and Thrivent.
Brandon Herrera, Second Amendment advocate and Congressional candidate, will address the 41st annual Gun Rights Policy Conference (GRPC) scheduled for September 25-27 in Dallas. Co-hosted by the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms (CCRKBA), the event features leading 2A experts including Robert Cekada, Jared Yanis, and Cam Edwards.
Buckmasters and Realtree hosted their Second Annual Golf Tournament at Robert Trent Jones Golf Course in Prattville, AL, raising $33,000 for Big Dreams Outdoors. The event featured approximately 100 players and support from sponsors including Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Safari Club International, MB Ranch King, and Field & Stream TV.
SLG2, Inc. will bring its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Bass Pro Shops in Niles, Ohio on June 13-14 as part of its 2026 Grand Safety Tour. The free event features hands-on firearm and archery experiences, product demonstrations, and outdoor education in a mobile range and gun bar setting for women, families, and outdoor enthusiasts of all experience levels.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources invites residents and visitors to enjoy free fishing, ORV riding, and state park entry during 'Three Free' Weekend on June 13-14. DNR Director Scott Bowen encourages newcomers and experienced outdoor enthusiasts to explore Michigan's 103 state parks, 4,000 miles of ORV trails, and boating access sites without fees or licenses.
Women for Gun Rights announced its 2026 National Summit scheduled for September 12–14, 2026, in Washington, D.C. The event will feature educational sessions, Capitol Hill engagement, networking opportunities, and keynote presentations led by founder Dianna Muller, bringing together advocates and grassroots leaders for Second Amendment advocacy and civic engagement.