GTR RELOAD -Collegiate Hunting Programs; Levi's CEO Virtue Signaling: GTR | 4.21.19 B

Published on April 22, 2019
Duration: 44:10

This episode of Gun Talk Media discusses the importance of hunting participation for wildlife conservation funding, highlighting the Pittman-Robertson Act and its excise tax on firearms and ammunition. It also explores R3 (Recruitment, Retention, Reactivation) initiatives, specifically a program at the University of Georgia and Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College aimed at introducing college students to hunting and shooting sports. The discussion touches on the perceived 'virtue signaling' of anti-gun stances by corporations like Levi Strauss and critiques red flag laws for lacking due process.

Quick Summary

The R3 initiative, encompassing Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation, is crucial for boosting participation in hunting and shooting sports. This effort is vital for securing future funding for wildlife conservation, largely supported by the excise taxes collected through the Pittman-Robertson Act on firearms and ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Crimson Trace Laser Guard Pro Announcement
  2. 00:28Welcome to Gun Talk with Tom Gresham
  3. 01:21Levi Strauss CEO Virtue Signaling
  4. 02:23Interview with Charles Evans: R3 Coordinator
  5. 03:38Hunting's Role in Wildlife Conservation
  6. 05:15The Pittman-Robertson Act Explained
  7. 08:15College Hunting & Shooting Sports Programs
  8. 10:38University of Georgia & ABAC R3 Initiative
  9. 13:12Georgia Wildlife Federation's Role
  10. 14:03Recruiting Non-Hunting Background Students
  11. 16:08Callers: Savage B.A. 10 Stealth Accuracy
  12. 16:57Federal Discontinues American Eagle 6.5 Creedmoor
  13. 20:40Travel and Carrying Firearms
  14. 21:09Concealed Carry Permit Advice
  15. 22:37Excise Tax on Guns & Ammo for Non-Hunters
  16. 24:37Caller: Red Flag Laws and Due Process
  17. 29:30Bump Stock Ban Discussion
  18. 30:03Ruger American Rifle Features
  19. 30:36WhereToShoot.org Resource
  20. 31:03Gun Dealio App Promotion
  21. 31:33HSM Ammunition
  22. 32:17Blink Camera Range Report Success
  23. 34:55Shooting in Winter vs. Summer Temperatures
  24. 35:55Handload Temperature Sensitivity
  25. 39:17Bump Stock Ban Legal Challenges
  26. 39:54Caller: Striker-Fired vs. Hammer-Fired Handgun Twitch
  27. 43:42Bump Stock Ban Update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the R3 initiative in hunting and shooting sports?

The R3 initiative stands for Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation. It's a conservation movement focused on increasing participation in hunting and shooting sports, aiming to reverse declining trends and ensure future funding for wildlife conservation.

How does hunting contribute to wildlife conservation funding?

Hunters fund conservation primarily through the Pittman-Robertson Act, which imposes an 11% excise tax on firearms and ammunition. This revenue is distributed to states for wildlife management and habitat restoration, benefiting all species.

Why are college students being targeted for hunting recruitment?

College students are a key demographic for R3 initiatives because they often have the means and influence to become lifelong participants and can introduce future generations to hunting and shooting sports, ensuring continued support for conservation.

What are the concerns regarding red flag laws?

Critics argue that red flag laws can infringe upon due process rights by allowing for the confiscation of firearms based on accusations without sufficient legal safeguards for the accused, potentially bypassing existing mental competency laws.

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