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As you all know, I do spend a bit of time giving back to my favorite hobby. I was lucky to have had a wonderful instructor for handgun, rifle and shotgun training. He has really gone the extra mile for me and I appreciate it. Our agreement was that I would do the same when the time came and I do and am. I spend a lot of time with the local police and sheriff’s departments at my home range. We are there to keep them safe and to offer our assistance and expertise.

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OK, so here we are, out in the middle of nowhere. We are bird-hunting about 18 miles outside of Arlington, Oregon, who’s only claim to fame is that Doc Severinsen couldn’t wait to leave and take over the Tonight Show Band. It is truly a high-plains desert.

We are the guests of the Olex Preserve and are having a beautiful experience. During lunch, one of my fellow bird hunters cracks a tooth on a piece of shot that remained in our pheasant soup lunch. So our trip is over, we need to head back to civilization and fix him up. The pain in his face says it all.

So we stop at the first drug store we see, a quaint little store from the days when all shop-owners new you by name. The druggist/owner suggests that he try Dentemp OS. So he buys it and the rest of us head over for a replacement meal. He is keen to try the product and relieve the pain.

Within 30 minutes, he not only says he is ready to go back and finish our hunt, but he is even able to eat! The stuff worked so well that he was even able to make it through the weekend on his temporary dental repair and go in for a regular dental visit to get the tooth fixed. That Dentemp OS saved our trip, and my buddy’s tooth!

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Airsoft target shooting has become an extremely popular sport here in the US. Many people have found the benefits of an outdoor activity, and the fun and strategy of an exciting game. If you are going to shoot airsoft guns, remember the famous credo: The first rule of gun fighting is to have a gun.

Here are some things to keep in mind when you are shopping for an Airsoft rifle:

1. You should try out all types of guns before buying one. Try borrowed or rented guns to get the chance to choose which gun that works for you. The Airsoft gun should provide ease of use and comfort for the user. It should also give you confidence in your ability.
2. Before buying a Airsoft gun, it is important that you decide on the size of the gun, the style and the features you desire. Remember, the bigger the gun caliberm the heavier the gun usually becomes. A good gun should be the right size for you and should contain the amount of ammunition needed to fire at the targets.
3. Price is always a factor. It is important that you determine your budget for the gun. There are many Airsoft guns in the market and prices may range from $100 to several thousand. The cost of the gun will depend on the brand and features you choose.
4. Seek advice from friends who have shot Airsoft, instructors, and coaches of shooting ranges who will be able to provide some tips on what Airsoft guns they have used and have found effective.
5. The buyer should shop around first before deciding on a particular Airsoft gun. This will give him the chance to evaluate and compare prices. Some shops offer lower prices than other shops, so do some research and purchase the one that fits your needs and pocketbook.
6. Remember your safety equipment! Don’t be stingy here. You will thank me later. I would rather spend more on safety equipment and stay longer with a little less expensive gun than the other way around.

I myself have been looking in to the Colt Model 1911 A1 Airsoft gun. I shoot in local IPSC/USPSA matches, and I have been looking for a way to practice some techniques at home. I would like to practice all the way from the draw to the target acquiring to the follow-through, and this gun would exactly emulate the .45 pistol I currently shoot at these matches.

I have really fallen in love with bird hunting. I hope to do a lot more this year. The season already started here in Oregon on August 1st.

I particularly like pheasant hunting. My first hunt I was able to bring quite a few birds home, some mine, some my guides, thanks for asking… One thing I noticed right away was the shot that was left in the bird. It took forever to go through the meat and pick out the shot, and even though I had best intentions, I didn’t get it all.

There is a new product that is about to hit the market in limited production this year. It is called Season Shot and it is exactly what you might think. It is bird shot made from seasonings.

With Season Shot, all you have to do is load the special shells, shoot the bird, then cook the bird. No excessive shot hunting because the shot breaks down during cooking and seasons the bird from the inside!

Now the first thing I wondered was how it compared to regular steel shot, and the company has stated that it is comparable. The effective distance of 45 yards isn’t too shabby either. The seasoning is suspended in a food-grade biodegradable pellet so it is durable until presented to heat, thus seasoning the birds.

Secondly, I wondered if you would be able to smell the seasonings when you fired the shot, but it is fully encapsulated, so that’s not an issue.

Next, price, price, price. At this time, the product has not hit the market, so we will have to see. Hopefully the will make it as competitive as possible to encourage shooters and hunters to use this product.

Lastly, how does it taste? Well, I will surely have to give you an update when I get a chance. They are developing 4 flavors: Cajun, Lemon Pepper, Garlic, and Honey Mustard so most people will find an appealing flavor for their pallets.

Now, one of the other positive affects of this product is the Nature Friendly design. Although steel shot is a lot less hazardous than lead shot, it still leaves its mark on the terrain. The completely biodegradable pellets of the Season Shots are truly environmentally-friendly, and will help us protect our lands and the right to hunt them as time goes on. I know that Don and Alice at my favorite bird hunting location, Olex Preserve, will surely embrace any product that will help in this cause.

Dentists everywhere beware and save up. You will see a lot less of us hunters coming in with chipped teeth! Don’t worry too much, you won’t go hungry; you can come to my house for Lemon Pepper Pheasant dinner…