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00:00:01 Speaker 1: Welcome to the Wired to Hunt Foundations podcast, your guide to the fundamentals of better deer hunting, presented by first Light, creating proven versatile hunting apparel for the stand, saddle or blind. First Light Go Farther, Stay Longer, and now your host Tony Peterson. 00:00:20 Speaker 2: Hey everyone, welcome to the Wire to Hunt Foundation’s podcast, which is brought to you by first Light. I’m your host, Tony Peterson. In today’s episode is all about how to approach the rut with a plan and then to see that plan through. Well, if you’ve been bitching about…

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Introduction When thinking of what a “prepper” might look like, I am quite far from your expectations. I am an avid indoorsman who enjoys watching television and having stuff delivered. I am not a gardener, a camper, a hunter, or an adventurer. I don’t have anything against those things, it’s just not who I am. But a collection of life events and experiences have convinced me that learning those skills and adopting an attitude of preparedness is important for myself and my family. Once I made the decision, I had to ask the question of how I get there. I’m…

November 4, 1841: The first emigrant wagon train arrived in California after a five-and-a-half-month, 1,730-mile journey over the Sierra Nevada Mountains, from Missouri. (The Bartleson–Bidwell Party.) John Bidwell’s mansion property (pictured) is now a state park. — November 4th is the birthday of Medal of Honor recipient John Basilone. He was born in 1916 in Buffalo, New York. The 2025 Basilone Parade was held in Raritan, New Jersey, Sunday, September 21st. Locals should try to attend in 2026, to honor his 110th birthday. — I just heard that Jase Medical (one of our affiliate advertisers) just added topical Ivermectin to…

Howard County launches a handgun lockbox giveaway as part of a proactive measure to combat the high rates of firearm-related suicides in the area. From 2019 to 2023, an alarming 36% of suicides in Howard County involved firearms, highlighting the pressing need for effective gun safety solutions. This initiative not only promotes responsible firearm storage but also seeks to foster a community dialogue on the importance of mental health and safety. By providing these lockboxes free of charge, the county aims to empower residents to protect themselves and their loved ones from the risks associated with unsecured firearms. Read full…

A new report released by experts at the University of Washington proposes a comprehensive plan to substantially reduce firearm violence in the United States by 2040. The initiative includes innovative measures such as utilizing artificial intelligence to identify concealed weapons and expanding programs that tackle underlying issues like poverty and social distrust, framing a multifaceted approach to address gun violence. The report reflects on the alarming statistics, with over 800,000 Americans killed and more than 2 million injured by firearms since 2000, alongside rising suicide rates through firearms. It advocates for “primordial prevention” strategies to rectify inequitable social structures that…

Kalamazoo police arrest a 46-year-old man following a domestic incident where his partner, a 51-year-old woman, is injured after being struck with a gun. The incident unfolds on the evening of November 2, prompting a SWAT activation as the suspect remains inside the residence with the firearm used in the assault, according to authorities. Officers respond to the scene on Flower Street after reports of a felonious assault. Although the gun was not fired, the victim sustained injuries requiring hospitalization. After securing a warrant, the suspect surrenders without conflict, and police recover the weapon believed to be involved. The Kalamazoo…