Author: Gunner Quinn

I used to give whitetails a lot more credit than they probably deserve. This led me to be a little neurotic, and often, plan my summer stand-hanging missions during rainstorms. The logic was pretty simple, really. I figured that the rain would cover up my intrusion, and more importantly, wash away all of my scent.That may have been true, I don’t really know. What I do know is that heading to the woods during summer rain showers kept producing sightings and encounters in places I didn’t expect.Then it all kind of clicked.We often time our trips to the woods when…

West Haven police arrest 18-year-old Isaiah Burroughs after he allegedly threatened a woman with death and then led officers on a pursuit. The incident began when Burroughs sent a text message to the victim, who held a protective order against him, stating he would “shoot up her apartment.” Officers, responding to the woman’s call, located Burroughs’ vehicle but he fled, resulting in a chase that ended with his car becoming inoperable. During the pursuit, officers discovered a ghost gun and a high-capacity magazine in Burroughs’ vehicle. He now faces multiple charges, including criminal possession of a pistol and violation of…

Fayette Mayor Londell Eanochs has announced the indefinite postponement of the town’s July 4 fireworks show following a series of violent incidents, including a recent mass shooting that resulted in one death. In a social media post, Eanochs emphasized his responsibility to ensure community safety and expressed gratitude for residents’ understanding as they navigate these challenging circumstances. The decision comes on the heels of a mass shooting at Fayette’s annual festival on May 31, where gunfire struck six individuals, claiming the life of 22-year-old Rayshaude D. Hudson. The mayor reassured residents that efforts are underway to address the violence and…

The public lands advocacy group published a map and table detailing all the Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service land that could be subject for disposal in 11 states. The map does not include all BLM and Forest Service land in those states because the bill describes a variety of exclusions. It is also unlikely that all 120 million acres will be sold or disposed of.However, the map still paints a striking picture of the millions of acres that would be eligible for disposal, most of which is not around major cities and would not be suitable for “affordable…

The New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man wanted for an armed robbery that occurred on June 4 along Chef Menteur Highway. Authorities describe the suspect as a Black male who displayed a firearm during the incident, last seen wearing all black attire and possessing a distinctive tattoo on his right forearm, which they have shared in hopes of garnering tips from the community. As crime continues to challenge New Orleans, the NOPD’s call for help emphasizes the importance of public cooperation in maintaining community safety. While no injuries were reported in…

Wildfire, workforce reductions, and the timber economy dominated USDA undersecretary nominee and Clearwater Analytics co-founder Michael Boren’s nomination hearing in the Senate Ag committee on June 3. But beyond the hearing room, conversations swirled about the Idaho businessman’s confrontational past with the very agency he would be overseeing.President Trump nominated Boren for Under Secretary of Agriculture for Natural Resources and Environment on January 16. If the Senate confirms Boren for the role, this position would effectively put him in charge of the U.S. Forest Service, which manages 193 million acres of land across the nation. The nomination and recent Senate…

There’s never been a better time to take a suppressor into the field. Forty-one states have legalized hunting with a suppressor, and outfits like Silencer Central have streamlined and simplified the purchasing process. What’s more, the ATF got its act together last year and dramatically reduced the wait time for approvals.Still, as with anything gear-related, there are trade-offs. Whether you decide to take a suppressor into the deer woods or elk mountains this fall depends on how you feel about the pros and cons below.Pro 1: Situational AwarenessWe all know that a suppressor dampens the report of a shot, but…

“A collision had occurred between boats being piloted by Holtzclaw and Black. Black boarded Holtzclaw’s boat & a physical altercation ensued between both,” wrote a spokesperson for the Sheriff’s office. “Black fell into the water. Witnesses stated it appeared Holtzclaw began striking Black with a stick. Black remained in the water and Holtzclaw left the area. A passing vessel attempted to rescue Black by tossing a life preserver, but they were unsuccessful.”The Sheriff’s Office Dive Team, with assistance from the U.S. Coast Guard, later located Black’s deceased body in the harbor that afternoon. The 26-year-old’s official cause of death was…

Sharp Folding Fare If you like options, DiamondBlade has a Folding Summit with all the good looks of their fixed blade with all the characteristics of a folding hunter. It’s a big folder, 5.0″ in length, resides in a leather belt sheath like a folding hunter should, and there is a lockback mechanism on the rear handle spine. All very standard fare until you notice the excellent fit and finish, stylish handle and wicked-looking 3.35″ blade with a forged edge and ovate hole. Then you realize this is no run-of-the-mill folding hunter! This is a nice companion to the Summit…

Armed Citizen® Today An armed citizen is alive after stopping a murder attempt with his firearm in Manitou Springs, Colo. Police say a 22-year-old aggressor approached the man’s house around 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, armed with a knife. The two men met in the driveway, and the knife-wielding aggressor stabbed the man in the neck. Fearing for his life, the victim then shot the attacker twice. Police and EMS arrived shortly thereafter and transported both men to the hospital. The stabbing suspect, as the aggressor, faces charges of criminal attempt to commit first-degree murder and first-degree assault. According…