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.
Realtree has renewed its commitment as a national sponsor of Whitetails Unlimited, the premier conservation organization dedicated to white-tailed deer and hunting heritage. WTU President Jeff Schinkten praised Realtree's longstanding support and camouflage innovation since 1986.
Wild Wildebeest Safaris continues its partnership with Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor, offering South African hunting safaris across thousands of acres with access to more than 50 game species. WTU President Jeff Schinkten praised the company's commitment to customer satisfaction and five-star hunting experiences in Southern Africa.
EOTECH has made a monetary donation to the Core Medical Foundation to support veterans, active-duty military, law enforcement, and first responders. The foundation's mission includes providing free telehealth, bloodwork, and hormone replacement therapy to address the veteran suicide epidemic through initiatives like their Annual Military Appreciation Weekend.
RAVIN Crossbows has been named a Supporting Sponsor for the 22nd annual Industry Day at the Range on January 18, 2027, at Boulder Rifle and Pistol Club in Boulder City, Nevada. The event, held the day before SHOT Show, allows manufacturers to showcase new products to media and industry buyers, with RAVIN returning 10 years after its debut.
Precise Recruiting Solutions, a leading recruiting firm in the firearms and outdoor industries, is sponsoring the cocktail hour at the 2026 NASGW Annual Expo on October 13th. The event will provide networking opportunities for manufacturers, wholesalers, and industry professionals.
Ballista, a crossbow manufacturer, has joined Whitetails Unlimited as a national sponsor. WTU President Jeff Schinkten announced the partnership, noting Ballista's advanced crossbows for hunting, bowfishing, and recreational use. The sponsorship strengthens WTU's mission of wildlife conservation and hunting tradition preservation.
Boyt Harness Company and Mud River have become national sponsors of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever in a three-year partnership supporting upland habitat conservation. The collaboration includes gold sponsorship at National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic, video projects, and chapter banquet programs reaching over 350,000 people annually.
Mark 7 Reloading is sponsoring the 2026 US IPSC Nationals, organized by the United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA), taking place October 1-4 at Greater Pittsburgh Gun Club in Pennsylvania. Tom Carlson and Conor Craig will represent Mark 7 at the event featuring 21 dynamic competitive shooting stages.