Author: Gunner Quinn

Saddle River borough officials decide to persist with their unique bow and arrow deer culling program after a recent survey indicates an alarming deer population of 228—about four times the ecologically sustainable level. Conducted using thermal imaging, the April survey revealed approximately 42 deer per square mile, significantly exceeding the ten-deer-per-square-mile threshold set by the borough’s Animal Control Officer since the program’s inception in 2018. Mayor Albert Kurpis emphasizes the necessity of the culling program, pointing out that high deer numbers increase risks to public safety and local ecosystems. While the program has drawn protests from animal rights advocates, the…

Armed Citizen® Today A 48-year-old man was shot and killed in Lorain, Ohio, after allegedly attempting to break into a home just before 5 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, according to local reports. Police responded to a call shortly thereafter, with the caller reporting that a man had been shot at the home. Officers responded to find the suspect lying, unresponsive, just inside the home’s front door, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. A preliminary investigation revealed that the man had been attempting to break into he residence, prompting one person in the home to respond with a legally owned firearm.…

This week, Cal talks about the Utah public land lawsuit, citizen science, legislation, and so much more. 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

The Spanish/Basque city of Eibar is one of Europe’s great arms-manufacturing centers, with a history in gunmaking dating back to the 1500s. Through the centuries, legions of makers have offered fine, innovative sporting and military arms for domestic consumption and export. One of Eibar’s more well-known makers, Star-Bonifacio Echeverria, S.A., though lasting less than a century from 1905 to 1997, was a prolific producer of semi-automatic pistols with a line ranging from pocket pieces to service-grade models. Star’s first handgun, a 1905 Mannlicher-inspired open-top 6.35 mm (.25 ACP) repeater, set the tone for the firm’s early pistols. The 1908, as…

In this episode, we put on our furriest blanket to learn about the musk ox, Maggie sees if we’ve been paying attention this season in Guess That Critter, 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 Crock Pot Slow Cooker Chicken Wings or Legs is from SurvivalBlog reader and slow-cooker fan Tony D.. Ingredients 2 teaspoons smoked paprika (or less, to suit your taste) 2 teaspoons granulated garlic powder (or less, to suit your taste) 1 teaspoon salt (or less, to suit your taste or a low-salt diet) 3 pounds chicken wings and/or legs (drumsticks) 1 ½ cups barbecue sauce/. (I’ve tried several brands, and they all worked well.) Directions Mix the paprika, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl. Place the chicken wings or drumsticks in a 6-quart slow cooker.…

Welcome to MeatEater At MeatEater, we believe a deeper connection to the natural world enriches all our lives. Through honest storytelling, expert advice, top-tier gear, and a commitment to conservation, we help hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts live closer to nature. Read the full article here

Purefire Fire Starters use an integrated magnesium rod to provide a durable, compact, long-lasting, waterproof source of shavings for highly effective tinder for the ferrocerium rod with which it is mated. The Survival Model has a hollow handle in which the striker, additional tinder, or other survival essentials can be stored. The Folding Model, as its name indicates, can be folded into the handle, making it more compact and thus easier to store and carry. Both models are handmade in the USA and have a lifetime warranty. When the magnesium and ferrocerium are both fully exhausted, they are eligible for…

On July 28, 1914, Austria-Hungary decided against mediation and declared war on Serbia. This was the first declaration of war, beginning The Great War, which was later named World War I. — On July 28, 1932, U.S. Army troops, using tanks, cavalry, and tear gas demolished and burned the shantytown set up near the U.S. Capitol by unemployed Bonus Army protestors. — Today’s feature is a review written by SurvivalBlog staff writer Tom Christianson.. — Just a few days left: A fan of SurvivalBlog is one of the organizers of a real estate raffle for a 32-acre parcel of waterfront…

President Joe Biden speaks at a gun violence conference shortly after his son, Hunter Biden, is convicted of felony firearm charges related to a past purchase. Emphasizing the severity of gun violence, he notes that more children in America are killed by guns than by cancer and car accidents combined, urging collective action to tackle this epidemic. In his address, Biden underscores the significance of the most comprehensive gun legislation signed into law in nearly three decades, following a tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. As he expresses pride and support for Hunter amid the legal proceedings, the President’s remarks…