Telling Our Story

As we observe Remembrance Day tomorrow, we often think of the many brave people who gave their lives so we can be free. One of the greatest gifts that veterans ensured was the ability to freely enjoy the outdoors. In North America we can enjoy so much. Here's a great video produced by the Ontario Federation of Angler and Hunters on Telling Our Story.

Outdoor Lovers Beware! New Law Might Kill Your Passion

Here's the highlights to why it is vital to pay attention to Bill C-246

THE TRUTH ABOUT BILL C-246

• On October 5th, Parliament will vote on Second Reading of Bill C-246, The Modernizing AnimalProtection Act.
   
• All reasonable people support legislation that addresses real issues of animal cruelty, including illegal puppy mills, banning the use of dog and cat fur in textiles and shark finning (which is already illegal in Canada).
   
• Unfortunately, C-246 is a badly flawed piece of legislation that goes far beyond basic issues on which we can all agree.
   
• If passed, it will have serious negative consequences for anglers, hunters, trappers, beef, dairy, sheep and poultry farmers, equestrians and others in the animal use community.
   
• C-246 raises the risk of criminalizing currently legal, heavily regulated activities, lowers the standards to lay criminal charges and removes protections under the current criminal law.
   
• C-246 puts the onus on the defendant to prove innocence rather than on the prosecutor to prove guilt, undermining our system of justice.
   
• Key sections of the bill are poorly defined and leave currently legal activities open to frivolous charges brought by animal rights activists as they have repeatedly promised to do during debate over previous similar legislation:
  
  “The onus is on humane societies and other groups on the front lines to push this legislation to the limit, to test the parameters of this law and have the courage and conviction to lay charges. That’s what this is all about. Make no mistake about it.”
  Liz White, Animal Alliance
   
• Mr. Erskine-Smith had the opportunity to consult widely on the bill before introduction, but talked to no one except the animal rights community.
   
• Recommendations from the outdoor community to provide certainty were ignored.
   
• Hunting, fishing, trapping, beef, dairy, sheep and poultry farming employ tens of thousands of Canadians, contribute $70.4 billion annually to the national economy and could be irreparably harmed by this legislation.
  

OUTDOOR COMMUNITY URGED TO SUPPORT PRIVATE MEMBER’S BILL

Ottawa, Ontario: The Outdoor Caucus Association of Canada is calling on all hunters, anglers, sport shooters and trappers to make an important difference for the future of these outdoor heritage activities by supporting passage of Bill C-655.
Recently introduced by Parliamentary Outdoor Caucus Founder M.P. Garry Breitkreuz, Bill C-655 seeks to amend the Criminal Code to make it an offence to intentionally interfere with anyone lawfully hunting, fishing, sport shooting and trapping.
The Outdoor Caucus Association of Canada (OCAC) worked closely with Mr. Breitkreuz in developing this legislation. “We congratulate Garry for his foresight and cooperation with the OCAC in bringing forward this comprehensive protection for the millions of people who participate in these great outdoor traditions,” said Phil Morlock, OCAC Board Chair. “We urge everyone in Canada’s outdoor community to actively support this progressive legislation,” he added.
The OCAC urges all Canadians who value hunting, fishing, sport shooting and trapping to make a phone call or send an e-mail to their federal Member of Parliament asking them to support passage of Bill C-655.

The Toronto Sportsman Show Starts Today!

For more information, tickets, directions and more click on the photo. 

Rapala Day at Toronto Sportsmen Show

Friday February 7^th for the first inaugural Rapala Day at the Toronto Sportsmen’s Show!

Come get your FREE Rapala depth chart to make sure you’re runnin’ your Rapala’s at the right level to clinch those biggies you’ve been dreaming about.  We will also be hosting a Sufix Photo Contest at the giant orange Rapala booth all weekend.  Visit our Booth, take your picture with our funny/serious props and drop us a line for your chance to win a Rapala Prize Pack.  Over $1500 in prizes to be won, not to mention the FREE water bottle giveaway just for entering our contest!  Don’t miss your chance to see the newest in the Rapala collection, including Live Demos of the most erratic lure we’ve ever made, let’s just say it’s a game changer…

See below details on what the consumer can expect for Rapala Day at the Toronto Sportsmen’s show:

1.       Free Rapala Depth Chart when you walk in the door (Look for the Rapala girls)

2.       Free Water Bottle at our booth for taking your picture in our photo booth. We will have props and the funniest/best pictures will be awarded prizes at the end of the show; 1^st=$500 | 2^nd=$300 | 3^rd=$200

3.       Sufix Giveaways at the Photo Booth as well

4.       iPad Kiosk – Enter to win $500 Rapala Prize Pack

5.       Live lure demos in the Rapala Action Pond located in our booth

6.       Talk to our Pros and get all your questions answered

7.       New separate Rapala ice booth located right beside the main booth

More info here: http://www.torontosportshow.ca/rapala_day_friday_february_7th/

Toronto Sportman Show Next Week!

Bass Pro Shops announces plans to open fifth Canadian store in Kanata (Ottawa), Ontario

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Bass Pro Shops, an outdoor retailer specializing in hunting, fishing, camping and other related outdoor recreation gear, will locate its fifth Canadian store in Kanata, a suburb of Ottawa, Ontario.  The new 120,000-square-foot Bass Pro Shops® Outdoor World store will be located at Highway 417 and Huntmar Drive, directly across from the popular Canadian Tire Centre hockey arena in Kanata. The new store will feature the popular Uncle Buck’s Fishbowl and Grill.

“We couldn’t be more proud to announce that our fifth Canadian Bass Pro Shops store will be located in Kanata," said Johnny Morris, founder of Bass Pro Shops.  "We’re also pleased to be chosen as lead anchor in the Broccolini-Laurentide development. The location is both high-profile and accessible, which will allow us to bring Bass Pro Shops’ low prices and friendly, expert service to better serve the area’s many sportsmen and women as well as those visiting Ottawa.”

Ottawa, Canada’s capital and fourth largest city, is located at the confluence of the Ottawa, Gatineau, and Rideau rivers and borders Gatineau, Quebec.  Together they form the National Capital Region--a tourism destination welcoming millions of visitors every year to celebrate Canada’s capital and Ottawa’s many cultural, arts and outdoor recreation opportunities. 

Win with TSC and OFAH

The TSC Stores Ultimate Fall Hunt Contest, exclusive to OFAH members, ends on September 30, 2013. Don't miss out on your chance to win the ultimate 3-day fall hunt for 4 with St. Lawrence Outfitters. Good luck!

Ontario OUT OF DOORS Magazine needs your help!

We would like to hear from you! We have posted a short survey on our website that we would appreciate fans of Ontario OUT OF DOORS Magazine filling out.

As a "thank you" for completing this survey we will be randomly selecting one lucky respondent to win their choice of a hunting or fishing gear package valued at approximately $500.00. The winner will be contacted by email before December 18th.

Global CanWest TV Network Bans Hunting Shows

No Hunting Shows Allowed in 2013!
The Global Can West Network has sent hunting shows their notice. This is a forceful attack on a key part of our heritage. Will fishing be next?

Hunting is a monumental element to many Canadian and American people. Banning it from TV is another way to shun it from the millions who enjoy this rich tradition.

If you wish to share your thoughts with Global regarding this decision, please email viewercontact@globaltv.com as well as glynnis.prystae@sjrb.ca and greg.mclelland@shawmedia.ca or call 1-877-307-1999.

Here is the link to the Canada in the Rough's Press release

Ontario OUT OF DOORS Fall Deal!