SPONSORSHIPS

Thompson/Center Arms and Buckmasters have partnered to showcase T/C Arms muzzleloaders, including the ENCORE FireStick and Triumph models, across Outdoor Channel television, YouTube, podcasts, social media, and ambassador initiatives. The collaboration between the legendary firearms manufacturer and founder Jackie Bushman's hunting brand aims to connect with hunters nationwide.

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.

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.

Winchester, Ducks Unlimited, and Bass Pro Shops partner with Richard Childress Racing to feature a waterfowl-themed paint scheme on the No. 3 Chevrolet for the Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway on November 1. The collaboration celebrates conservation efforts and highlights the 30-year partnership between Winchester and Ducks Unlimited supporting wetlands protection.

Nukem Hunting, maker of portable and lightweight hunting blinds created by Pat Newcomb, has joined Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor. WTU President Jeff Schinkten praised the partnership, noting that Nukem Hunting's stake-free blinds make ground hunting easier for hunters.

Excalibur Crossbow has been named the official crossbow sponsor of Artemis Sportswomen's Mentored Crossbow Hunt taking place November 5-8, 2026, in Naples, New York. Excalibur pro-staff member Bethany Beathard will serve as a mentor, helping women develop crossbow hunting skills in a supportive environment hosted by Artemis Sportswomen, The Nature Conservancy, and other partners.

WTU President Jeff Schinkten announces that Memory Mount, connecting the trophy to the memories, has joined as a Whitetails Unlimited national sponsor. 

Liberty Ammunition announced a sponsorship with Armed American Radio, hosted by Mark Walters. The featured segments explored Liberty Ammo's lightweight carry benefits and terminal ballistics performance for self-defense and law enforcement applications.

Wild Wildebeest Lodge has renewed its sponsorship with Whitetails Unlimited, announced by WTU President Jeff Schinkten. Located in South Africa's Limpopo Province, the lodge offers hunting and non-hunting African adventures while supporting WTU's conservation mission.

WoodHaven Custom Calls, founded by Mike Pentecost in Heflin, Alabama, has joined Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor. The company manufactures hand-built, hand-tuned turkey and deer calls made in the USA, earning the trust of hunters nationwide.

Rapid Air Worx announced its Gold Sponsorship of the 2026 AAFTA American Field Target Championship, taking place October 23–25 at Arlington Sportsman's Club in Mansfield, Texas. The three-day event will bring together top field target competitors to compete for national titles in air rifle and pistol disciplines.

Luth-AR and Stark's Metal Works of Menomonie, Wisconsin donated a new AR550 hardened steel White Buffalo target to the NRA Whittington Center in Raton, New Mexico. The 10-foot-wide target, positioned 1,123 yards downrange, replaces the historic original and is dedicated to Mike Benecke, a devoted NRA-ILA fundraiser who passed away in 2021.

Dead Air Silencers will serve as headline sponsor and exhibitor at CANCON West, October 22-24, 2026, at Boulder Rifle & Pistol Club in Boulder City, Nevada. The company will showcase its complete suppressor lineup including the CT5P, Lazarus 6, Mojave 45, and Nomad Ti OTB models.

Block Targets, based in Superior, Wisconsin, continues its partnership as a Whitetails Unlimited national sponsor. The award-winning archery target manufacturer produces durable block targets for all skill levels, compatible with field points, fixed blade, and expandable broadheads.

Carbon Express announced that Robin Jäätma, Estonia's only World Archery Championships medalist and former under-21 world champion, has joined its professional shooting team. The 25-year-old compound archer will compete with Carbon Express target arrows and has achieved a career-high world ranking of No. 6.

Beretta will return to the 2026 National Sporting Clays Championship in San Antonio, Texas, October 17-25, featuring demo shotguns, retail services, and sponsorship of the Super Sporting competition. Team Beretta members including Desirae Edmunds, Zachary Kienbaum, and Anthony Matarese, Jr. will compete, while attendees can preview new unreleased shotguns and limited-edition 500-year anniversary products.

Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation (OSCF) sponsored the Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers (AGLOW) 70th Anniversary Conference in Lewiston, New York, October 11-15, 2026. OSCF Executive Director Jim Curcuruto discussed research on fishing recruitment, hunter interest, and lead ammunition while networking with outdoor communicators.

Bilson Arms, an American-made tactical rifle and pistol manufacturer based in Louisiana, has joined Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor. The company specializes in innovative AR platform firearms, including their pump-style charging system and Blue-Collar Suppressors line.

Taurus USA will exhibit at the sold-out Revolver Fest 2026, October 10–12 at Clinton House Plantation, hosted by American Fighting Revolver. Taurus General Manager of Marketing Caleb Giddings will serve as a featured instructor, bringing over 20 years of industry and competition experience to the premier revolver training event.

SK Guns announced its role as gold sponsor for the K9s United Royale Gala on October 10, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida. The company donated a 24k gold-plated Colt 1911 for auction, with 100% of proceeds supporting K9s United's mission to train and equip law enforcement K9 teams nationwide.