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Steven Rinella talks with Morgan Potter, George Dodds, Seth Morris, and Garrett “Dirt Myth” Smith. Topics Discussed: Watching a new moon get full; last chance to get a raffle ticket for the TRCP turkey hunt with Steve and Janis; how African game animals just taste better; slow moving puff adders and truck-denting black mambas; tons of antelope species; burning to open up the landscape; the terrible tsetse fly and sleeping sickness; the magic of trackers; the honey guys; how wearing military style camouflage is illegal in Tanzania; how wealth is stored as livestock; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast…

Mounting System Akey element to this concept is the mounting system, which GLOCK calls “A-CUT,” presumably because of the angles at which the slide is cut for the sight. There is no interfacing mounting plate and no little screws being tormented by the force of the slide rocketing back and forth with each shot. The COA direct mounts to the slide. Picture a mortise in front where the front of the sight’s mount levers in, and the sight unit is now pressed flat onto the spot milled for it atop the slide. Then, behind it is inset a piece that…

There have been countless books and articles written about the various small arms used by the United States Marine Corps during the Second World War. They include such iconic examples as the M1903 Springfield rifle, M1 Garand, M1 carbine, Thompson submachine gun and Browning Automatic Rifle, just to name a few. Though much more basic and compact, knives issued during the war were sometimes just as essential to the Marines’ survival, and, while they have not been covered as extensively, their design and use remain interesting and important parts of the story. This Marine Raider was photographed training…

On this episode of Backwoods University, we are going to learn about one of the most extraordinary, impactful, and bold conversations to ever live. And here’s the twist, you probably have never heard of her. Fannye Cook was a Mississippian born into a farming family that grew an early love for the natural world. When the demise of most all of the state’s forests and game animals faced seemingly eminent peril, she was there to save them. Read the full article here

Armed Citizen® Today One suspect is dead and another two are in custody following an attempted break-in at a home in Dyersburg, Tenn., where an armed homeowner defended himself and his property from the trio of robbers. Police say the incident occurred around 7:45 p.m. on Monday, April 28, when they responded to a call of shots fired at the residence. When they arrived, they found a 19-year-old suspect had been shot by the homeowner, and he was pronounced dead. The other two suspects fled the scene, but both were arrested two days later. They face charges of aggravated robbery,…

In this episode, Clay leads the pack and teaches us about the wolf, we try to “gekk” that critter with Maggie, and Spencer leads another round of MeatEater Kids Trivia! Connect with Clay, Spencer, Maggie, MeatEater, and The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Check out our Kids Merch! Read the full article here

The following recipe for Baked Hamburger Zucchini is from SurvivalBlog reader Ellen H. Ellen’s Preparation Notes A.) Be sure that the zucchini is well-drained. I press mine through a sieve, to remove moisture. Skipping this step will probably make it soggy. B.) The required baking time may vary. If you have a wide and shallow baking time, then the baking time may be less. C.) This is a main course that recipe serves six adults. Ingredients ½ lb. lean ground beef ½ of a 2″ diameter onion, finely diced 3 ½ c. shredded zucchini, drained 1 c. Bisquick (or homemade…

This week, Cal covers budget cuts to the duck banding program, a river controversy in Nebraska, and one lucky puppy. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal’s Week in Review Merch Read the full article here

A Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office detective narrowly escapes an armed robbery during an undercover narcotics operation in Riverview. The incident highlights the inherent dangers faced by law enforcement officers while working undercover, particularly in environments that can escalate quickly. Details surrounding the operation remain under investigation, but this close call serves as a crucial reminder of the risks officers take daily to combat drug-related crime. The community’s response and the measures taken to ensure the safety of law enforcement personnel will be closely watched in the days to come. Read full story at www.tampafp.com Read the full article here

I stepped out my door with the dog on a leash, ready to go for a walk. A glance toward the woods on the other side of the driveway did not reveal any signs of life. I was carrying an Armasight Thermal Monocular in my right hand. I turned it on, put it to my right eye, and glanced at the same patch of woods across the driveway just to make sure that the monocular was on. Much to my surprise, I saw a herd of a half dozen or so deer looking back at me. What was easy to…