The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host its monthly meeting at 9:30 a.m., Nov. 13, at 6200 Park Ave., in the Walnut Woods Conference Room, in Des Moines. The meeting is open to the public.

Campsite, overnight lodging and harbor slip reservations can be made up to six months in advance, which means reservations will open Nov. 22 for dates starting Memorial Day Weekend.

Derya Arms announced the addition of Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply as a stocking dealer for its firearms products. Murdoch's operates over 45 stores across six states: Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, Wyoming and Texas.

Bleecker Street Publications announced the launch of its latest initiative: the Ballistic's Best Hunting Edition Awards on Athlon Untamed. The new Hunting Edition expands the Ballistic's Best brand into a dedicated hunting-gear and firearms awards series, designed to shine a spotlight on the very best in equipment built for the field, the backcountry and serious hunters.

Guns.com is honoring Veterans nationwide with extra savings and discounts through November 13, 2025. Verified ID.me active and veteran military members, as well as first responders, can nearly double their ID.me discount on their next purchase. 

Taylor's & Company announced that their TC73 9mm Lever Action rifle is now allowed in cowboy action competition. The TC73 is legal in all competition categories unless specified otherwise (i.e., certain categories have specific firearm and caliber requirements).  When using the TC73 Rifle in SASS, the rifle must have the optional smooth thread protector that matches the contours and finish of the barrel.

Nosler, Inc. announced a Veterans Day collaboration with Dire Pacific, the veteran-founded knife company established by former U.S. Navy SEAL Seth Lopez. Together, they present a co-branded, serialized run of the Sequoia — a knife forged in honor, remembrance, and resilience.

MDT announced the launch of the CKYE-POD GEN3 series bipods. Features include large knobs for rapid adjustment, compatibility in mounting and a unique leg-locking system for greater control.

Sons of Liberty Gun Works announced a limited-production run of its MK1 rifles finished in historically inspired Frog Skin camouflage to honor the U.S. Marine Corps' 250th birthday. The run recreates the WWII-era Frog Skin patterns used in the Pacific Campaign and will be offered in both Jungle and Beach variants.

Volquartsen Firearms has partnered with Davidsons, one of the nation's largest firearm distributors, to release their new FDE Mini Mamba-TF 22 LR pistol. The Mini Mamba-TF is the perfect suppressor host. It features an overall length just over 8" and weighs only 1 lb. 12 oz.