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Southwick Associates releases top hunting and shooting brands in 2020
As record numbers of Americans enjoyed the outdoors amid the pandemic in 2020, purchases of hunting and shooting equipment soared as well. Southwick Associates completed 15,000 hunter and recreational shooter surveys in 2020 through their online consumer panels and identified the top brands in the market. See the list  HERE. Good news! Nexgen Outfitters carries nearly all of the top brands.

March is Nebraska Outdoor Women’s Month
Several virtual events are scheduled by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission to kick off March, which Gov. Pete Ricketts has proclaimed Nebraska Outdoor Women’s Month. Learn more HERE.

Hornady announces "Zombies in the Heartland" 3-Gun Match dates for 2021
After canceling the match due to COVID-19 in 2020, zombies have increased in numbers so participants can expect a fun shooting event that promises to be memorable for everyone from beginner to expert. Find out more HERE.

South Dakota Nest Predator Bounty Program is announced
The program targets animals known to raid nests of game birds and pays a bounty for each one trapped. Get the details HERE.

Pennsylvania Game Commission releases its annual report
Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director Bryan Burhans has presented the agency’s annual report to the General Assembly. It’s a detailed and colorful summary of hunting and conservation in the state. Read it HERE.

Happy campers: More overnight camps to reopen this summer
Last summer was a devastating financial loss for the camping industry with more than 80% of overnight camps closed for the season. Recent developments point to a dramatic reversal of that this summer. Learn more HERE.

Four lessons about deer age and antler growth in one chart
No matter where you hunt, this chart shows us valuable lessons for understanding the complicated relationship between age and antler size. See it HERE.

Social media trolls target young and female hunters
Posting pictures of a successful hunt can make you a target for online haters, and may even hurt hunting’s future. Get the details HERE.

Four things to know about the basics of reloading
The NRA Family website published this article about how much you can save by loading your own ammunition, along with tips for getting started. Read it HERE.

Nebraska is stocking rainbow trout across the state in March
The trout being stocked are about 10 inches long. See which waters are being stocked HERE.