ICAST/IFTD Salt and Sun Offerings
Whether you fish the flats or anchor far offshore, ICAST and IFTD had every angler covered in 2015.
Pheasants Forever, Forever
The conservation organization celebrates 33 years of fighting the good fight.
Forgotten Retrievers
Goldens and Labs aren’t the only retrievers.
Zero to Zebra in 123 seconds
Watch as this artist finishes a zebra scratchboard in a time-lapse video.
UPS Will Allow Trophy Shipments
Legal trophies are still allowed for shipment.
Killing Yearling Bucks is OK
QDMA shows that yearling bucks can be shot in moderation.
Texas Tough
Don’t mess with Texas, or Texas armadillos.
The Federal Upland Stamp
The upland equivalent of the waterfowler’s Duck Stamp.
Hit That Deer
Research says the best way to avoid serious injury is to put the pedal down.
Positive News, Courtesy of Fishing
Police help a boy find a place to fish.
Gunning for Drones
A Kentucky man was tired of drones flying over his property. So he shot one.
Gun Paint Primer
Quality paint can help a gun weather the weather.
Suicide by Turkey
It flies in the face of every hunter safety lesson ever given.
Death by Turkey
It flies in the face of every hunter safety lesson ever given.
ICAST: Nautilus’ X-Reel
Less weight, stronger frame, and a cool design — Nautilus’ X-Frame reel has it all.
Drought Hinders Pronghorn Water Hole Tactic
Hunters may need to rethink their strategies for this year’s pronghorn season.
King of the West
Once elk hunting gets in your blood, it will stay with you forever.
Daily Subscriber Awarded S.A.F.E Honor
Las Vegas’ Kevin McNair was named a firearm safety Local Champion” by the National Shooting Sports Foundation.”
Celebrity Mule Deer Poached in Idaho
The tall-racked deer was shot out of season and his antlers thrown in the Snake River.
Water Log
“It’s like rock climbing in an aquarium.”
ICAST: Yeti Cocktail Chillers
Keep ’em cold and keep ’em coming.
ICAST: Hobie’s Limited Yak
The Hobie Outback has many great standard features and many more that can be added to the base model. The company made a limited-edition orange Outback for 2015 that combines the standard equipment with features previously only available as add-ons. Visit...
Five for Fighting
Five rare fish didn’t give up easily when hooked in Mexican waters.
IFTD: Umpqua Slings New Sling Packs
Umpqua’s new pack makes carrying gear as smooth as a good cast.
Six More Podcasts for Sportsmen
In October 2014, SCD ran a list of eight podcasts perfect for the outdoor enthusiast. Here’s six more to fill your earbuds.
IFTD: Tricked-Out Tibor Reels
Tibor lightens and brightens their lineup in 2015.
IFTD: True Flies Unfurls Performance Shirt
True Flies sweat the small stuff on their new shirt so you don’t have to.
Sauer’s Swiss Army Knife
The Sauer 404 comes with its own all-in-one gun tool.
Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Concerned Over Bahamian Regulations
The international fishing community was outraged by the June 17 release of proposed changes by the Bahamas Ministry of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Local Government. In them, fishing was only allowed with a native Bahamian guide and fishing lodges...
IFTD: Salty Scott Fly Rods
Hit the surf, flats, or wherever with Scott’s new Meridian saltwater fly rod.
The New Jeremiah Johnson?
Could Leonardo DiCaprio’s new frontier flick be better than the beloved mountain man movie?
ICAST: St. Croix Debuts Bass Fly Rod
St. Croix isn’t just a conventional tackle company, and fly fishing isn’t just about trout.
Pie Shop Suffers Second Bear Break-In
The Colorado bakery boarded up its windows but expects another theft any moment.
Russians and Tigers and Bears
Stranger than fiction: Vladimir Putin, bear-eating tigers, and an invasion of China.
IFTD: Patagonia Wades Into Hunting Wear
The previously fishing-only company is diving into the hunting apparel market. Its new offerings are made to stand out while blending in.
ICAST: Yeti Introduces First Hard Cooler in Three Years
Yeti invented the super cooler and created an industry. After branching into soft-sides, ramblers, and ice packs, the company is getting back to basics in 2015.
Gold-Plated Yacht Guns
It’s not a “boat,” it’s a yacht; and these aren’t ordinary Colts and Winchesters. They’re gold- and silver-plated to match the elegance and flash of their owner’s vessel.
ICAST: Costa Puts Its Plastic Where Its Marlin Is
Costa knows pollution is a major problem across the oceans. It’s working to reduce plastic pollution from itself and the rest of the world.
Steiner Introduces New Miniscope
The new Steiner Miniscope offers incredible clarity and bright images in a new pocket-sized design. With this 8x22mm monocular, no matter where you go, there is no reason to miss any of the action or adventure. Measuring just 2” high by 2” wide, it is small...
Metallic Mallards and Plastic Pintails
Waterfowlers dream of metal bands and plastic shells, but finding metal and plastic already inside the bird is becoming a waking nightmare.
The Harmonica Gun
They may look like harmonicas, but these guns aren’t for music. Harmonica guns were some of the world’s first high-capacity firearms.
Standoff in Lion Country
There’s a grumpy old lioness that’s been causing all kinds of trouble. This one could get exciting ’cause she’s almost certain to charge on sight.
The Secret To More Quail? More Rats
Quail are disappearing at an alarming rate. A new study finds the secret to a higher number of quail could be a higher number of rodents.
Four American Pistol-Hunting Cartridges
Pistols can be effective tools to pursue big game with. Here are four American-made pistol cartridges ready to take afield.
Mortgage on a Dog
This late 30s classic reflects the wonderful wit and lively style that hallmark all of the author’s books, novellas and articles of gundogs and the sporting life.
The "Look and See" Bertuzzis
Just twelve exist, only eight have been located, and two have already been sold. Take a privileged look under the hood of the Bertuzzi Gullwings.
ICAST, IFTD Convention Is Coming
ICAST is set for July 14-17 in Orlando, Florida. The event will be held in conjunction with the American Fly Fishing Trade Association’s International Fly Tackle Dealer Show, and Sporting Classics will be there to cover the latest and greatest fishing developments.
Where The Wild Things Go
Sometimes I can remove myself from looking at all that, but when I give a tour and we talk about specific pieces, it’s devastating. Wildlife has been reduced, in some cases, to something that is completely whimsical.”
What Became of Bob Matthews’ Parker?
The Parker shotgun formerly owned by shotgun editor Bob Matthews was given away earlier in 2015. Its new owner knows a thing or two about shotguns as well.
Joshua Creek Ranch Aids Flood Victims
Joshua Creek Ranch recently held a clay shooting event to help those devastated by the Memorial Day flooding in Texas. The event saw roughly 200 shooters participate with $7,800 raised.