Author: Gunner Quinn

Two suspects are in custody after an armed robbery occurred late Sunday night in Greenville County, South Carolina, where deputies responded to reports of a possible gunshot victim on Bennett Street. Upon arrival, officials discovered that the victim had been robbed and that a physical altercation had taken place between the victim and the suspects, during which a firearm was discharged. Remarkably, no injuries were reported from the gunfire, and the quick response from law enforcement led to the apprehension of the suspects involved. This incident not only raises concerns about safety in the area but also underscores the dangers…

The Pennsylvania Game Commission announces that hunting and furtaker licenses for the 2025-26 seasons will be available for purchase starting Monday, June 23. Notably, residents can secure an antlerless deer license if they purchase it before 8 a.m. on July 14, guaranteeing their access based on their Wildlife Management Unit (WMU). After July 14, the availability of antlerless licenses transitions to a first-come, first-served basis for non-residents. In addition to regular hunting licenses, the commission allows hunters in specific southeastern WMUs to hold up to 15 unfilled licenses at a time, addressing the challenges posed by urban development in those…

Alabama’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources introduces a series of skill-based workshops aimed at adult hunters, set to begin in 2025. These classes, ranging from beginner to advanced levels, will cover essential hunting skills such as archery, bowhunting, and hunting for squirrel, deer, and turkey on public lands. The workshops, offered by the Outdoor Alabama Academy, allow participants to choose from classes based on their experience level—101 for beginners, 202 for those building on basic knowledge, and 303 for near-independent hunters. Each workshop adopts a school-like structure, enhancing accessibility and engagement for participants, who must be 19 or older.…

At least four individuals are dead following a mass shooting during a 16th birthday celebration at Mahogany Masterpiece Dance Studio in Dadeville, Alabama, where 28 more were injured. This tragic event arrives in a year already marked by 163 mass shootings across the United States, according to the Gun Violence Archive, raising further concerns about the escalating epidemic of gun violence. Statistics reveal a grim landscape, with gun-related injuries responsible for over 45,000 deaths in 2020 alone, making it the leading cause of death among children and teenagers in the country. With over 12,000 lives claimed by gun violence in…

Rhode Island lawmakers have made a historic move by passing a bill that bans the sale, transfer, and ownership of assault weapons, a decision that aligns the state with others like California and New York. This legislative action prohibits military-style semi-automatic rifles and seeks to reduce the presence of such firearms in public, even allowing current owners to keep their weapons under stringent regulations. The law, poised to take effect immediately upon the expected signature of Governor Dan McKee, signals a significant shift in the state’s approach to gun control in response to rising concerns over mass shootings. While supporters…

Congresswoman Claudia Tenney has reintroduced a bill intended to protect gun owners from losing their firearms during bankruptcy proceedings, emphasizing the constitutional right to self-defense. Her legislation, known as the Protecting Gun Owners in Bankruptcy Act, aims to classify up to $3,000 worth of firearms as essential property, similar to other personal items like musical instruments and jewelry that are currently exempt from bankruptcy. Tenney asserts that no American should have to surrender their right to self-defense due to financial hardship. Supported by representatives from Georgia, Utah, and Texas, Tenney’s bill seeks to address what she perceives as a significant…

Armed Citizen® Today A store employee in Tucson, Ariz., defended himself by shooting his attacker, according to local police. On Friday, April 18, the 39-year-old suspect entered the the store and then, later, stepped outside the store entrance with an employee to look at some merchandise on sale. At that point, the suspect physically assaulted the 24-year-old employee, who then drew a firearm and shot the attacker. After the assault ended, the employee called police and identified himself as the shooter. Police arrived to find the suspect with gunshot wounds, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The employee…

The U.S. G.I. military poncho liner, or “woobie,” has long been regarded by soldiers as an indispensable piece of kit—essential for making it through a watch, or the entire night, in relative comfort—but an overly simplistic design limits its utility. So, oftentimes, users have sought out seamstresses to modify their cherished woobies into more adaptable designs. That’s no longer necessary given the patented Swagman Roll Poncho from Helikon-Tex. A modern take on the perennial classic, it incorporates several simple upgrades that promise far more versatility than a simple blanket. Like the woobie, it can be attached to the underside of…

To be prepared for a crisis, every Prepper must establish goals and make both long-term and short-term plans. In this column, the SurvivalBlog editors review their week’s prep activities and planned prep activities for the coming week. These range from healthcare and gear purchases to gardening, ranch improvements, bug-out bag fine-tuning, and food storage. This is something akin to our Retreat Owner Profiles, but written incrementally and in detail, throughout the year.  We always welcome you to share your own successes and wisdom in your e-mailed letters. We post many of those — or excerpts thereof — in the Odds…

On this episode of Backwoods University we’re going to find out what really happened to the bobwhite quail and the hunting culture that surrounded it. Well known hunter and conservationist, Will Primos, gives us a first-hand account of what quail hunting and quail hunting culture was like during the perceived “glory days” of the 1950s and 1960s. He also shares his experience of watching quail seemingly disappear from the landscape. Wildlife biologist and upland game bird professor, Dr. Mark McConnell, gives an in-depth explanation of the many factors that led to these mass quail declines. Read the full article here