The California prohibition on the possession of switchblade knives has been challenged. The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld that law and petitioners are now seeking an en banc review. Late 2025 the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments in the case…

If there’s one thing we’ve come to count on from Mazda, it’s striking design, and with the new 2026 CX-5, it delivers again. In a crowded segment of lookalike packages, the third-generation crossover is a real standout. But that’s just one of the reasons why the latest CX-5 got my…

This week’s Emerging Gear is all about two fundamentals when it comes to outdoor gear: the need to stay warm and the need to carry your stuff. In the unpredictable spring season, a good jacket is a must-have, and there are a number of new ones to check out. Outdoor…

For thirty years, Kentucky has been a “shall issue” state when it comes to concealed carry licenses, and since 2019 permitless carry has also been allowed for those who can legally possess a firearm… or at least most of them.  Current state law prohibits adults…

2025 was a rough year for some national parks: Raging wildfires and intense flooding shut down several parks, and, unfortunately, some of those parks show no signs of reopening anytime soon. If you had your heart set on completing the Rim to Rim Trail in the Grand Canyon or camping…

Students and faculty at Louisiana colleges and universities could soon be able to lawfully carry on campus, if a bill sponsored by Republican Rep. Danny McCormick becomes law.  Under HB 99, all public higher ed institutions as well as any private college or university that…

Search and Rescue (SAR) teams across America save thousands of lives in the backcountry annually. In Colorado alone, SAR teams are responsible for approximately 3,000 rescues each year, according to the Colorado SAR Association. Most SAR teams are entirely volunteer and rely on scant funding to continue providing services, maintain…

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While Canada does have a culture of responsible gun ownership, I think it’s fair to say that the culture largely revolves around hunting, target shooting, and collecting, not self-defense. Former prime minister Justin Trudeau instituted a freeze on the sale of handguns in 2022 that remains in effect today,…

Badlands just launched the Mag Turkey Vest, a new turkey-hunting vest built for mobility. The headline feature is a Fidlock magnetic seat attachment that lets hunters drop the seat fast, and then snap it back in place when moving again. Badlands also says the vest keeps the storage layout from…

Had you ever heard of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights before today? If you did, it’s probably something you heard in passing and didn’t pay much attention to it, especially if you found out that while it says “American” in the name, it’s about most Latin and South…

More than one million veterans may be eligible for extended education benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.A federal appeal over a 2024 Supreme Court ruling was withdrawn, clearing the way for soldiers to collect benefits under both the Montgomery GI Bill and the Post-9/11 GI Bill, depending on their…

Hundreds of Iowa National Guard soldiers returned from the Middle East last week to welcome-home ceremonies across the state, reuniting with their families after nearly a year overseas.About 575 members of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division landed March 12 at welcome-home ceremonies in Sioux City, Cedar Rapids…

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Seekins Precision has redesigned their rifle actions and bolts for high pressure. Now, they’re rethinking the barrel itself for a new generation of cartridges that run hotter, hit harder, and punish old-school barrel design in a hurry. Why Seekins Thinks the Barrel Is the Next Big Rifle Breakthrough For decades,…

It’s not getting nearly as much press attention this time around, but the second coming of the Second Amedment sanctuary movement is still underway in Virginia, six years after more than 100 counties, towns, and independent cities adopted resolutions and ordinances vowing not to enforce any unconstitutional gun control…

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We can all agree that when a child finds a gun somewhere, it doesn’t matter where, and then hurts themselves or someone else, it’s a tragedy. This is probably one of the few points of common ground we can find. The issue is that while we can all agree…

Backcountry: Up to 40% Off Winter Clearance (Photo/Backcountry, Stefan-Haworth) Spring is almost here, which means now is the time to shop for winter gear for cheap, and there’s no better place to do it than Backcountry. Thousands of products, from snowboards to puffers to packs, are available for major discounts.…

Perhaps you’ve heard of The $64 Tomato by William Alexander. In it, he shares the details of just how expensive gardening can be when you are trying to create the perfect garden with the ideal produce. However, the problem is that this kind of gardening isn’t sustainable. It isn’t enough…

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