Meet Your 2024 Paris Olympics Clays Team

COLO SPRGS, CO – Eight shotgun athletes earned their spot to represent Team USA at the Olympic Games Paris 2024, July 26- Aug. 11. The athletes are as follows: Vincent Hancock, Conner Prince, Austen Smith, Dania Vizzi, Derrick Mein, Will Hinton, Rachel Tozier, and Ryann Phillips.

Hancock, of Eatonton, Georgia, qualified in Men’s Skeet and is looking to make history at the Games. Hancock is a four-time Olympian and a three-time Olympic gold medalist, (Beijing 2008, London, 2012, Tokyo 2020). If Hancock earns a fourth gold medal in Paris, he will become the sixth athlete ever to win the same individual Olympic event four times and only the fourth American to do so after Al Oerter, Carl Lewis and Michael Phelps (and the first in shooting). Hancock will also be competing in Mixed Team Skeet with Smith, an event making its Olympic debut.

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5 Tips for Finding the Best Upland Hunting Guide

Regardless of whether you’re a seasoned hunter or a novice looking to experience the thrill of the hunt, finding the right guide can greatly transform your upland hunting experience. A reliable guide can help you navigate the terrain, identify hunt-worthy game, and ensure your safety during the entire process. This article provides insight into the importance of a reliable upland hunting guide and offers some invaluable tips to help you select the best one for your needs.

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The Lore of the American Hardware Store Shotgun

The American Hardware Store Shotgun holds a unique position at the intersection of history, culture, and law in the United States. It’s a symbol of self-reliance, a tool for self-defense, and an artifact of America’s rural and frontier heritage. This article will explore the story of the ubiquitous American hardware store shotgun, tracing its history, significance, and future outlook.

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Top 4 Tips for Buying a Vintage Shotgun

In the world of firearms, vintage shotguns hold a unique allure. They’re more than just tools or weapons; they’re tangible pieces of history, with stories to tell and craftsmanship to admire. For shooting enthusiasts, collectors, and history buffs alike, owning a vintage shotgun can be an exciting prospect. However, navigating the market can be a daunting task for the uninitiated.

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Blaser’s F16 Pro Series is a Soft-Shooting Clays Annihilator

Some wise guy once described my clays shooting as “moments of brilliance.” Riding a rollercoaster of inconsistency, my typical great shot is not seeing the target (where is it? hey look up) until the very last opportunity then powdering it three feet from the ground. And of course there’s the catalogue of easy misses, you know, the overhead outgoers, streaking quartering-away targets and those evil rabbits that always seem to bounce just when you pull the trigger.

Then one day, shooting 5-Stand with the crew, smashing one target after another, I heard from down the line “Hey, Irwin, what happened to you?”

Simple answer: the Blaser F16 Pro Series.

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The Forgotten High Standard Flite King Shotgun

The High Standard Flite King Shotgun has a rich history that goes back to the mid-20th century. The High Standard Manufacturing Company, based in Connecticut, USA, manufactured the firearm between 1955 and 1984, with the Flite King series becoming one of their most successful products. The Flite King shotgun was especially popular among law enforcement, hunters, and sportsmen due to its exceptional performance and reliability.

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Joshua Creek Ranch Hunting & Sporting Resort in the Texas Hill Country to Celebrate 35th Anniversary! 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 21,2024 

Boerne, TX: 

Joshua Creek Ranch, Hunting & Sporting Resort in the Texas Hill Country, is celebrating its 35th Anniversary beginning with the upcoming 2024-2025 hunting season. Since 1990, Joshua Creek Ranch has been dazzling even the most discerning guests from all over the world. Custom itineraries, prime hunting & shooting opportunities, and exceptional outdoor sporting adventures are complemented by luxury resort amenities and warm Texas hospitality, resulting in a truly unique and top-shelf experience for visiting guests.

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The Advantages of Ported Shotgun Chokes

Ported shotgun chokes are essentially choke tubes that have been modified with holes or ports along the side of the tube. These ports serve to redirect gases and reduce the overall recoil and muzzle jump experienced when firing a shotgun. By allowing gases to escape through the ports, ported chokes help to stabilize the barrel and reduce the amount of felt recoil that the shooter experiences. This can be particularly beneficial for shooters who are sensitive to recoil or looking to improve their accuracy and control.

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Shotgun Chokes: Flush Vs. Extended

Shotgun chokes are essential components in any shooting arsenal. However, many shooters often overlook their critical role in enhancing shooting accuracy and overall performance. This article delves into the fascinating world of shotgun chokes, providing a comprehensive understanding of their function, the different types, their performance, and how to choose the ideal choke for your shooting needs.

Shotgun chokes are constricted sections at the end of a gun’s barrel, designed to control the spread or pattern of the shot. The primary purpose of a choke is to improve accuracy by manipulating the distribution of the shot. A tighter or denser pattern is ideal for hitting targets at longer distances, while a wider pattern is preferable for closer targets.

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Kickstarting Clicker Training: A Simple Guide for Bird Dogs

Training your bird dog can be a rewarding task for both the dog and the owner, and one effective method of training is clicker training. This method leverages the principles of operant conditioning, using a unique sound, such as a ‘click,’ to signal that the dog has done something right. This article will delve into the basics of clicker training, how to prepare your bird dog for clicker training, and implementing and evaluating the training techniques.

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