Talking DUX With Ducks Unlimited | Gun Talk Hunt

This video explains how federal excise taxes on firearms and ammunition, established by the Wildlife Restoration Act of 1937, are crucial for funding conservation efforts. These funds support habitat management, wildlife research, shooting range development, and youth programs, ensuring the continuation of hunting and shooting heritage for future generations. Manufacturers play a vital role in this ecosystem.

This guide details three key strategies for successful late-season duck hunting, emphasizing understanding bird behavior in cold weather. It highlights the importance of midday scouting, capitalizing on temporary thaws for new feeding opportunities, and employing edge hunting techniques around roosting areas. The advice comes from an expert associated with Mossberg, a reputable firearms manufacturer.

The DUX Expo, held at the Texas Motor Speedway, offers a unique hands-on consumer experience for outdoor enthusiasts. A key feature is a temporary shooting range constructed in the parking lot, utilizing a 25-foot tall berm built with hundreds of truckloads of dirt to safely accommodate shotgun, handgun, and rifle shooting up to 300 yards. The event also includes ATV test drives, dog demonstrations, and the opportunity to test and purchase firearms from major manufacturers through partners like Reeds.

This episode features KJ interviewing Mark Holio of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) about their extensive conservation efforts. They discuss RMEF's 40-year history, its impact on millions of acres of habitat, and its role in ensuring the future of elk, other wildlife, and hunting heritage. The conversation highlights specific conservation projects, the importance of public access, advocacy against anti-hunting initiatives, and the broader benefits of RMEF's work to various outdoor enthusiasts.

This episode of Gun Talk Hunt features Tom Snider of Trinity Oaks, an organization dedicated to providing outdoor experiences to various groups, including Wounded Warriors, veterans, youth, and disabled individuals. Snider shares his personal journey from poverty to success, which inspired him to create Trinity Oaks to offer opportunities he lacked as a child. The organization relies heavily on volunteers and aims to foster a spirit of service by connecting people with the outdoors and each other, emphasizing that the experience is about impacting lives rather than personal gain.

This episode of Gun Talk Hunt features a discussion on the 'full circle' aspect of hunting, focusing on the experience of hunting with one's children. Host KJ and guest Brett Frey share personal anecdotes about introducing their sons to hunting, the challenges and rewards of passing down the tradition, and the importance of mentorship. They also touch upon various hunting seasons and locations, including elk hunting in Utah and Wyoming, and the application process for tags in Wyoming.

This video demonstrates a realistic home invasion self-defense scenario using force-on-force training with Simunition. Expert instruction from Chris Cerino highlights the importance of tactical techniques like the 'Shoulder Bump' for improved weapon handling and cover utilization. The training emphasizes stress inoculation and identifying areas for improvement to increase survivability.

This guide, based on instruction from Mike Seeklander, a professional trainer and competitive shooter, details tactical movement and cover techniques. It emphasizes proactive avoidance, proper use of cover, and minimizing exposure when engaging threats. The techniques are demonstrated using various firearms and accessories, highlighting practical application in self-defense scenarios.

This video demonstrates critical self-defense principles through simulated real-world scenarios, emphasizing the importance of situational awareness, cover, and verbal de-escalation. Instructor Chris Cerino, a high-authority figure, guides participants through mistakes made in high-stress situations and provides actionable training to improve performance. The content highlights the necessity of practical, stress-inoculated training beyond basic concealed carry.

This guide details the operation and shooting of the North American Arms (NAA) Ranger II mini revolver, focusing on its unique break-top design. Expert Ryan Gresham highlights the ease of loading/unloading and its historical appeal, while demonstrating effective shooting techniques for this compact firearm. The Ranger II is presented as a capable option for concealed carry and range enjoyment.