Taking Stock With Kelly Mcmillan

First up is Matt Schwartzkopf, a champion F-Class and F/TR shooter who also coaches Teams to success. When he’s not winning medals he is the AZ Game & Fish Statewide Shooting Range Administrator and that includes the 5 Star Ben Avery Shooting Facility amongst several others. Next, we have Charles Allen, owner of The Alaska Expedition Co as well as Knives of Alaska and DiamondBlade Knives. A consummate outdoorsman, Charles manufactures award winning outdoorsman's knives that are used and respected by some of the best professional guides and outfitters, hunters, and other outdoorsmen in Alaska, and across the globe.

We begin our show with Ryan Melancon of McMillan Fiberglass stocks, who heads up our McMillan Online Store. Launched almost 2 years ago, Ryan researches new products and accessories for purchase in the McMillan online retail store as well as what type of stocks and inlets to inventory. Our next guest is Greg Latka who founded GSL Technology in 1993. He bought in to Gemtech in 1994, becoming a partner, later becoming president, and holding that title for over 20 years. In 2016, it was time to break off from Gemtech and go out on his own. Find out more about why suppressors are a great option!

Whether you are a ‘Brick and Mortar’ Sporting Goods store, or you rely heavily on the web to drive your business, this Episode will expose you to some of the successful business and marketing practices used by 2 prominent Firearms Retailers. Our first guest is Neal Curry, proprietor of Ready Gunner in Orem Utah. With over 2 million followers across its social media platforms, Ready Gunner is now one of the most well-known firearm retailers in the industry. Our next guest has taken a family business in Yuma Arizona, and turned it into one of the best run Retailers in our industry. Additionally, Richard Sprague does a lot of ‘Behind the Scenes’ work in conservation, and perpetuating the shooting sports especially among our Youth.

Our first guest is SFC (Retired) Emil Praslick, recently retired from the United States Army, where he served as the Head Coach of the United States Army Marksmanship Unit. Emil has also been the Head Coach of the US National Long Range Rifle Team, and a coach on the US F-Class National Team. He is currently the Business Development Manager for Tactical Sales for Berger Bullets and still an active long range shooter and coach. brbr Our next guest, Jonathan Owens, is a co-founder of SHWAT, a community where contributors and fans share the enjoyment of shooting, hunting, adventure and the technology that enhances it. He’s also involved in the technology and video production that has been showcasing our industry’s appeal.

Our first guest is Taylor Warwick, who in 2012, created the first-ever, semi-live web-based hunting show known as Rock Road Pursuits. WMG has formed into one of the Outdoor Industry’s leading media outlets, being your go-to for video, print, photography, marketing, and social media marketing. brbr Next up is Jeff Brozovich, a long time big game hunter who has become proficient at long range hunting, shooting and training. Four years ago Jeff decided there was a need for a Long Range specific on line forum. This was the birth of LongRangeOnly.com, a forum based website with a library filled with written and video gear reviews, Long Range Hunting articles, and Coverage of the ELR quest.

br Our first guest, Buz Mills, a USMC Veteran, has served on the Board of Director NRA since 2009 and is the President of Gunsite Academy, Inc., the world’s oldest, largest privately owned firearms training facility, training USMC/Special Operations personnel deploying to Middle East, law enforcement and civilians. br Next, we have Scott Alswang, owner of SOS Security LLC, and former Secret Service Agent who, during his 20 years in the United States Secret Service, protected every U.S. President from Ronald Reagan to George W. Bush.

Our first guest is Shari LeGate who has been involved in broadcasting her entire career. LeGate currently works for FMG Publications, heading up FMG Video Productions. Hosting her own show, “Quick Hit” on the FMG Publications YouTube channel, she writes and produces shooting industry related videos. In addition, she has a column in GUNS Magazine, “GAME ON”, covering the competitive shooting sports. She is also the target sports analyst for NBC Sports for the Olympic Games. br Our next guest is Bob Harvey, the President & Chief Instructor of the South Florida Gun School Since 1987. A Veteran Marine, he served as Primary Marksmanship Instructor, Embassy Guard, PPSU, Firearms Instructor, and OCS Range NCO. Bob is also an NRA Training Counselor, training those who go on to become NRA Instructors in multiple disciplines. He is also an instructor in Florida Hunter Safety and Education, and serves as a Court Expert Firearms Witness.

T.J. Schwanky is the co-host of Canada's longest-running hunting television series, Outdoor Quest TV. It is in its 18th season of broadcast. TJ is recognized as a mountain-hunting expert and is always in search of unique adventures that challenge both him and his gear. brbr Terry Herndon works full time with the Mule Deer Foundation as a conservationist, fundraiser and liaison to the State of Arizona, and federal groups, to benefit mule deer in Arizona. Terry was awarded the Mentor of the Year from the Arizona Game and Fish Department for his unwavering support of introducing youth in Arizona to the outdoors.

Our first guest is Randy Powell, Owner and Operator of Thunder Ammo & Arms in Hominy Oklahoma, a family business that Randy started as a hobby in 2006 to pursue competing in the FCSA 50 BMG matches. Randy’s new passion is ELR (extreme long range) shooting. This has led to further development of longer and higher BC bullets, faster twist barrels, and he has also helped other companies develop their products. Our next guest is Robbie Barrkman, who is originally from South Africa. Having served in their Defense Forces as a Company Sergeant Major, Robbie immigrated to the United Sates in 1977 to join Gunsite as an Instructor. He was the Founder of The Robar Companies Inc. as well as CTI – Coating Technologies Inc. If you have used any firearm product coated in NP3, you have Robbie to thank for it.

Butch Whiting of Kryptek joins us to discuss their technical hunting clothing line that has Military tactical apparel attributes imbedded in it. Many of these features have come to fruition from years of combat in ultra-extreme conditions and environments. The Founders saw a need…and a window of opportunity… the hunting apparel industry was lacking a technical clothing line that was functional, durable, dependable, reliable and didn’t break the bank, so they formed Kryptek. Larry Nelson is the Owner at Nelson Custom Guns. Their 1911/2011 .22 conversions are well known for their quality and value. Designed by Bob Marvel and McMillan Machine Co, these conversion units can be installed in UNDER a minute!

Daniel Smitchko started Cutting Edge Bullets in 2010. Today, his bullets are known for their extreme quality and his company's customer service is stellar. Learn more about how his commitment to supporting our industry had led to the research and development of ELR products! Gunwerks provides live instruction at their Long Range University, media based instruction, components and shooting systems that can help both the seasoned shooter as well as somebody just starting out, to make informed and cost conscious decisions when choosing their platforms. Their founder, Aaron Davidson, delivers this strategic information in an easy to understand manner.

Greg Medford of Medford Knives is a former Infantry Marine who knows well the need for effective and best of breed blades for warriors, hunters, fishermen and numerous other purposes. Greg is an accomplished pilot, martial artist and family guy with many great experiences to share. Jim Hartsock is the proprietor of Southwest Wildlife Taxidermy Art, one of the largest in the state. Southwest Wildlife mounts trophies from all over the world. Jim has been to many countries to study the animals of the world so he can recreate these trophies to be anatomically correct

We are honored to have 2 former Marines, an Officer and an Infantryman, who pursued their dreams within our Industry, after leaving the Corps. Colonel Blish retired from the Marine Corps in May 2007, having commanded at the Platoon, Company, and Battalion level with two tours in Iraq. Since then he has worked for some major firearms related manufacturers, and now is the owner of ROBAR Companies providing custom coatings and firearms. Wyatt Mahan was discharged from the Corps in 2005 after serving as a machinegunner. He owns and operates one of Arizona’s premier gunsmithing operations that specialize in AK and HK platforms.

F Class, F-TR, PALMA/Sling…what’s it all mean and what does it take to get involved? This week’s show features 3 luminaries in these disciplines, who share their perspectives and experiences. Dan Bramley shoots F-Open and is a member of the United States F-Open Rifle team as well as the Long Shots team Nancy has shot or coached on USA international teams for F-Class, long range Palma Teams and smallbore prone. Ian started shooting F-class in 2010 and, since then, has earned a seventh-place finish or better, individually, in four of the last five F-class US National Championships. Tune in this Friday to the Full Bore Show!

The AZ Game & Fish Department shepherds so many activities that benefit fishermen, hunters, shooters, off-roaders, and many other categories of outdoorsmen. Our first guest, Director Larry Voyles of the Department, will be on hand to talk about their charter and how we all benefit from conservation and great stewardship of our lands and resources. Next, we have Jim Lawrence of the Mule Deer Foundation, to discuss their work toward ensuring the conservation of mule deer, black-tailed deer and their habitat. You’ll find out why your support of regulated hunting, along with programs that disseminate education and scientific research, contributes to the protection and ethical behavior that results in self-sustaining, healthy, free ranging and huntable deer populations.

Arizona is home to many firearms manufacturers and dealers. This episode will highlight 2 of these who exemplify their commitment to our industry and the Second Amendment. Frank DeSomma of Patriot Ordinance Factory (POF-USA) and Cheryl & Dan Todd of AZFirearms, will share their views on the Second Amendment in general, and under President Trump specifically. All three of these guests have dynamic businesses that provide a wide set of services to the 2A cause, to include manufacturing, sales, auctions, and broadcasting the message we all hold to be true. We know you will enjoy this one!

In this Episode, we will be joined by Bud Fini of Sig Sauer. We’ll discover more about the recent US Army award for handgun supply as well as the effort involved in the overall strategic marketing of one of the finest firearms brands out there. Also on this show, we will be have Todd Wickstrom of Guns Gong Crazy. Don’t let the name fool you, Todd has engineered, and manufactures, one of the most lightweight and ingenious steel targets in the industry.

First up we have Freddy Osuna from Greenside Training joining us from Southern Arizona. A renowned Combat Tracking Subject Matter Expert, Mr. Freddy Osuna is a trusted authority on the subject of visual tracking and is the published author of “Index Tracking- Essential Guide to Trailing Man and Beast. Our second guest is Darrel Holland. Darrel Produced training DVDs for American Gunsmithing Institute and teaches L/R shooting at his Oregon and Texas facilities. He designed the first L/H windage dial on Schmidt & Bender rifle scopes in 2002 and is the holder of several patents related to the shooting and survival industry.

In this Episode, two of the most well-known resources for Long Range Shooting knowledge-share of protocols, technology, standards, procedures, locations, and more, will be joining us. In 2001 Len Backus founded LongRangeHunting.com - the premier long range hunting and shooting website in the world with 100,000 members. Frank Galli formed SnipersHide.com which has been an industry leader in online communities and has a long history of working with new companies and their products. Learn about the progression - or rather explosion - of long range product and shooting development as evidenced in: optics, rifles, rangefinders, software, TV shows, PRS type sophisticated competitions, ELR and more!

This week’s show will feature Regina and Tim Milkovich, husband and wife, who both have a passion for Precision Rifle competition. We will find out more about their favorite places to compete, and what they do when they are not behind a scope. We will also be speaking with Craig Boddington who has published more than 4000 magazine articles; authored 25 books on hunting, shooting, and conservation; and has appeared in more than 500 television episodes. He’s also been on 104 African safaris, including hunting in: Kenya, Zimbabwe, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, Tanzania, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Central African Republic, Chad, Cameroon, Ghana, Tunisia, and Uganda. He is the only living American journalist who has hunted Africa's Big Five.