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TUO introduced the Kinetic Merino 200 ¼ Zip Hoodie, a merino wool baselayer that integrates a hood and facemask into one piece. Marketing Director Steve Allie highlighted the quarter-zip design's unique combination of three gear functions. The 18.5-micron merino wool fabric provides temperature regulation, sun protection, and odor resistance at $159.99 MSRP.
SLG2, Inc. will bring its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Professional Bull Riders Thunder Days on September 4-6, 2026, at Thunder Ridge Nature Arena in Ridgedale, Missouri. Sponsored by Bass Pro Shops, the mobile range will offer firearms, archery, and outdoor product demonstrations in the Fan Zone, with certified instructors emphasizing firearm safety and responsible ownership.
Harvard F. "Harv" Ebers, 91, a bowhunting legend and founding member of Pope & Young Club, passed away August 26, 2026. Ebers set a 1959 world record for the largest caribou taken in Alaska with his hand-crafted bow and was inducted into both Pope and Young Hall of Fame and North America Bow Hunters Hall of Fame in 2021.
Ol'Man Treestands introduces the Eagle Eye Steel Hang-On Treestand (OT-501) and Top Dog Deluxe Steel Hang-On Treestand (OT-504), featuring lightweight portability and all-day comfort options for hunters seeking stability and stealth in the field.
TUO has launched the Kinetic Merino 150 Boxer Brief, crafted from a blend of 38% merino wool, 58% Tencel, and 4% spandex. The product features flatlock seams, moisture-wicking properties, and antimicrobial performance, with an MSRP of $49.99.
Diana LaBeau has been named the fourth recipient of the Jane Johnson Distinguished Judge Service Award from USA Archery, the first since its 2023 renaming. LaBeau has officiated hundreds of events since 1997 and was mentored by Tom Green, Jane Johnson, and Nancy Myrick. She and husband Terry LaBeau received the Karl Palmatier Award of Merit, Archery Hall of Fame in 2022.
Moultrie announces the EDGE 4 Solar in Mossy Oak Bottomland, a solar-powered trail camera featuring AI buck detection and waterproof design. The camera is now available exclusively at Academy Sports + Outdoors retail locations and online.
The National Bowhunter Education Foundation (NBEF) sponsored the Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame event honoring hunting and fishing leaders. NBEF Executive Director Marilyn Bentz, a 2005 inductee, attended the 2026 ceremonies at the John A. & Genny Morris Conservation Center in Springfield, MO.
Bear OPS, a division of Bear & Son Cutlery, introduces the 4 1/8" Auto Bold Action XIV Incognito II, an Alabama-made automatic knife featuring a D2 Tool Steel blade, stainless steel handle, and pen-type clip for deep concealment. The knife is priced at $299.99 and backed by a lifetime warranty.
Outdoor Cap announced its fall hunting collection featuring licensed patterns from Mossy Oak and Realtree, plus blaze orange caps for firearm season. The retail-ready inventory offers low minimums to help retailers quickly stock proven sellers without extended lead times.
Garmin announced ArcheryX, a first-of-its-kind smartwatch activity for the fēnix 9 and fēnix 9 Pro that helps archers improve shooting accuracy and consistency with compound bows. The feature tracks bow arm movement and body biometrics, providing real-time data and detailed analysis through the ShotView mobile app.
Tree Spider has unveiled redesigned Speed Pro and Micro-LT harnesses that are up to 30% lighter while maintaining TMA-certified fall-arrest protection. The Speed Pro features aluminum components and honeycomb ripstop fabric, while the Micro-LT offers a minimalist design with 20% weight reduction, both equipped with ShockBlocker™ technology.
Hawk reinforces National Tree Stand and Saddle Hunting Safety Awareness Month by introducing new 2026 safety products including the Elevate Pro and Elevate Lite harnesses, Helium Flex Tree Saddle, and Solace Platform, all designed to keep hunters safe and connected during elevated hunts.
Bass Pro Shops announced plans for a new 100,000-square-foot destination retail location in College Station, Texas, expected to open in 2028. Founded by Johnny Morris, the store will feature immersive outdoor experiences and employ over 125 Outfitters, bringing Bass Pro Shops' Texas locations to 20.
Wild Game Safaris, a South African safari company, has joined as a national sponsor of Whitetails Unlimited, announced by WTU President Jeff Schinkten. The partnership offers members guided hunting experiences and lodging in one of the world's premier hunting destinations.
HSM Ammunition, based in Stevensville, Montana, continues its partnership as a national sponsor of Whitetails Unlimited. With over 56 years in the ammunition industry, HSM Ammunition is recognized for manufacturing top-quality products trusted by shooters worldwide.
MyOutdoorTV launches the Whitetail Legends Channel in September, presented by Rhino Metals, featuring hunting content from legends like Mark and Terry Drury, Bill Winke, Lee & Tiffany Lakosky, and Don & Kandi Kisky. The ad-free streaming channel offers programming from award-winning shows including Bone Collector, Buck Commander, and Drury's THIRTEEN.
Outdoor Channel launches the "Wednesday Night Branded Series" featuring North American Whitetail, Bowhunter, Guns & Ammo, Handguns, Gun Stories with Joe Mantegna, and American Rifleman, airing Wednesdays at 6 p.m. ET with expert hosts and industry insights.
Pursuit Channel highlights its "Sportsman Sundays" primetime block presented by Spypoint, featuring hunting, shooting, and outdoor lifestyle programming including McWhorter Rifles' Precision Hunting TV, Ted Nugent Spirit of the Wild, and Americana Outdoors presented by Garmin, airing Sunday nights at 8 p.m. ET.
Editor's note - September is Tree Stand Safety Awareness Month, and as a hunter, this one is personal for me. We spend countless hours thinking about the shot, scouting deer, checking cameras and preparing our equipment, but none of that matters if we don’t make it home safely. Whether you hunt from a traditional tree stand or a saddle, take the extra few minutes to check your gear, stay connected when your feet leave the ground and make safety as much a part of your hunt as your bow or rifle. I also want to congratulate and thank the TSSA Foundation for everything they do for hunters and our community. Their work keeps tree stand and saddle safety in front of us, not to take the adventure out of hunting, but to make sure we’re around for the next one. We owe it to our families, our hunting partners and ourselves to listen. This September, hunt hard, hunt smart and remember: the best hunt is always the one you come home from.
The following is from the TSSA Foundation:
September is Tree Stand and Saddle Hunting Safety Awareness Month, a time when hunters across the country are preparing to head back to the woods for another season. This year, TSSA is expanding the annual awareness campaign to include Saddle Hunting after working with manufacturers in the saddle hunting industry over the past two years. TSSA is also pleased to continue working with Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s to help promote safe tree stand and saddle hunting practices.
At its July Board of Directors meeting, the Board voted to add saddle hunting to Tree Stand Safety Awareness Month, noting that the addition of the ABCs of Saddle Hunting Safety in 2025 made the expansion a natural next step. Glen Mayhew, President of TSSA, said, “We want to ensure that anyone hunting from an elevated platform follows the ABCs to help ensure they return home safely to their family and friends.”
Helping bring these safety messages to hunters nationwide, Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s have included both the ABCs of Tree Stand Safety and the ABCs of Saddle Hunting Safety in their Fall Master Hunting Catalog and will feature the materials in tree stand display areas at many store locations throughout September. Helping hunters enjoy the outdoors safely has long been an important part of Bass Pro Shops’ mission to inspire everyone to enjoy, love and conserve the great outdoors.
TSSA Foundation is a grassroots 501(c)(3) organization that serves the industry as a resource with its sole focus on significantly reducing tree stand accidents through promotion, education and best practices.
For more info on the TSSA Foundation, contact Glen Mayhew, President, at TreeStandSafe@gmail.com; 540-526-5157 or Jay Everett at jay@hssvest.com; 256-773-7732.
Donald Marcure, who passed away earlier this month at the age of 83, was not only an accomplished archer but also a former president of the National Archery Association (NAA), now USA Archery.
Don and his twin sister Donna were born in Rhode Island on St. Patrick's Day, 1943. Both joined the U.S. Air Force in 1961. Don served as a fueling specialist during the Vietnam War from 1961-65. During their time in the Air Force, and having only seen one another for a total of four hours over the previous two years, the twins were reunited in a surprise feature on the popular television game show, 'Truth or Consequences'.
Though he enjoyed swimming and golf, Don's true passion was archery, which allowed him to travel the world. As well as an athlete and administrator, he was also a certified National Judge and International Judge. At the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, Don was the Director of Shooting and he also led various U.S. teams at international events.
Such was the regard in which Don was held that in 2010 World Archery bestowed upon him the honorary title of Judge Emeritus.
His friend of more than 50 years, Steve Lieberman, said, “Don loved the sport of archery above all other sports he participated in over his lifetime. He loved not only the shooting but volunteering his time to the administrative aspects as well.
“He gave selflessly of his time and energy to the growth of the sport through his service to the National Archery Association, the National Archery Association Foundation, and FITA (now World Archery). He had friends from all over the country and all around the world, had a wicked sense of humor and was quite the practical joker.”
Steve added, “He lit up every venue and room he entered with his smile and laugh.”
Among the many U.S. teams managed by Don was the one which attended the 1987 World Archery Championships in Adelaide, Australia at which Jay Barrs claimed individual bronze.
“Those of us who have been in archery long enough to have known Don, will know that archery has lost a great deal with his passing,” Barrs said.
“I was fortunate enough to have known him in the many roles he found in archery. He was a competitor, Team Manager, International Judge, NAA Board member and NAA President.
“Regardless of the role he was fulfilling at the time, his love for archery and desire to make it a better sport for everyone - from beginners to international champions - was undeniable.”
