Nebraska Reigns Supreme! Top Hunting News, Gear & More

Gov. Ricketts proclaims Nebraska best turkey hunting destination in United States
Hunters from across the country have come to discover what Nebraskans know – the state has excellent wild turkey hunting. For the fifth year in a row, Gov. Pete Ricketts has proclaimed Nebraska the best turkey hunting destination in the United States. Find out more HERE.

Nebraska Commissioners approve waterfowl recommendations, two-tier duck bag limit
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission approved 2021-2022 waterfowl hunting season recommendations at its March 17 meeting in Norfolk. See what they decided HERE.

Lake Minatare remains closed to the public
The largest lake in the Nebraska Panhandle remains closed to the public until the cause of a mass waterfowl die-off can be determined. Learn more HERE.

Three Michigan men fined nearly $20,000 for poaching
Three men from Harrison Township, Michigan, were arraigned and sentenced today in the 42nd District Court in New Baltimore on charges related to illegally hunting and baiting waterfowl in December. See what they did HERE.

Montana urges people to be “bear aware”
Bears have begun to emerge from their winter dens and are foraging for food across the state, making encounters with humans more likely. Read more HERE.

Louisiana bill would allow permit owners to carry alternative weapons to guns
A Louisiana bill that would allow carry of any "instrumentality customarily used or intended for use as a dangerous weapon" as long as the carrier has a concealed handgun permit has been prefiled. This would include knives and other handheld weapons. Find out more HERE.

The science of antlers
This is an interesting article about the bones that grow out of the heads of cervids, only to be shed and regrown annually. Discover more HERE.

Nebraskaland Magazine announces photo contest winners
With more than 2,500 entries, the 2020 Nebraskaland Magazine Photo Contest drew a record number of stunning images from Nebraska photographers in the categories of Wildlife, Flora, Scenic and Recreation. See the winners HERE.

Smith & Wesson unveils the new Shield Plus
S&W has announced the latest evolution of its popular M&P Shield pistol, which has a 13+1 capacity. Read more HERE. Check it out HERE.

Ruger announces new sub-compact pistol
The new Ruger MAX-9 is a petite gun that possesses a more than adequate magazine capacity, great trigger, an all-light visible front sight and the ability to mount a micro-red dot sight. See it HERE.

Choosing eye and ear protection
It’s vital to protect your eyes and hearing while shooting or watching others shoot. This article has tips for selecting eye and ear protection. Read it HERE.

How to buy a suppressor
This article takes you through the step-by-step process of purchasing a suppressor as an individual and as a trust. Read it HERE.

Movie moments that make gun owners laugh
There’s no end to the mistakes movie characters make when involved in a shootout, but there are four that seem to pop up more than others. Discover them HERE.