Professional dog trainers know that to put the finishing touches on a bird dog or retriever there is nothing like using live birds for training sessions. The Natural Flush Bird Launchers from D.T. Systems make using live birds easy for any trainer. The launchers can be set up and used by the trainer or by an assistant to increase the simulation of a hunting situation.

D.T. Systems has two series of bird launchers, the BL 500 series for quail and pigeon size birds and the BL 700 series for pheasant and duck size birds. All the launchers can be remotely released with a transmitter that can be programmed to run up to 16 launchers. The launchers can be released at ranges out to 700 yards helping create a real- life hunting situation. The launchers can also be manually released if desired. The transmitter and launcher are each powered by a single 9 volt battery. The remote units have a non-use auto battery shut off to conserve battery life.

The loading of birds into the Natural Flush Bird Launchers has been simplified with D.T. Systems patented trap door. The trap door allows the trainer to load single or multiple birds safely and easily.

These launchers feature D.T. Systems Quiet Release system to prevent spooking the dog. High quality nets and springs are used for effective launching and large scent holes along the sides of the launchers enable bird scent to escape where a dog can smell it. Another useful feature of the D.T launchers is they come with beepers that can be activated with the remote to help locate and retrieve launchers after a training session.

The remote launchers are sold with or without a transmitter. The BL 509 model for quail size birds will hold 4 quail, 2 pigeons or one small chukar and has a retail value of $279.99 with a transmitter. The BL 505 model is an add on remote launcher unit without a transmitter and has a retail value of $199.99.

The BL 709 model for pheasant size birds has a retail value of $329.99 with the transmitter. The BL 705 remote add on model has a retail value of $249.99 without a transmitter.

D.T. Systems also has two manual models of bird launchers, the BL 500 and the BL 700. These economical models have the same basic design as the remote models but are released with a rope. The BL 500 has a retail value of $99.99 and the BL 700 has a retail value of $149.99.

For more information on products from D.T. Systems, please visit www.dtsystems.com.

Some will tell you it is a buyers' market out there. If you think now is a great time to purchase a home or automobile, wait until you see the stimulus package Browning has created to put a new shotgun in your safe while doing its part to jump start the economy.

• Cynergy Club – Receive $500 in Browning merchandise including a $100 check from Browning when purchasing a Cynergy shotgun.

• National Trade-In Days – Trade in any used firearm and purchase a new Browning Citori or BT-99 the same day from participating dealers and get a check from Browning for $150.

• Locked and Loaded – Purchase any new Citori over/under shotgun and receive $150 from Browning toward ammunition.

• Youth Purchase Program – What started as a 4-H program has quickly spread to include SCTP and AIM members as well. Receive the following rebates when purchasing a new Browning: Cynergy or Citori - $200; BT-99 - $100; Silver - $75; BPS - $50.

Browning stimulus promotions cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Visit www.browning.com for complete details.

Remember the first computers and cell phones? The size of those first technological advancements was huge in comparison to what is on the market today. The models on the market today are not only tiny in size, they have many more features and memory than any earlier versions.

The new Trophy Cam trail camera from Bushnell will fit in the palm of your hand, but it is packed with features that make it one of the most sophisticated trail cameras on the market.

Two models of the Trophy Cam are available: the standard model and one with a built-in color viewer. Other than the viewer, the two cameras have the same game photo capturing features. They are both digital night vision cameras with high quality 5MP full color resolution photo capturing capabilities.

Other features include:

• Day/Night Autosensor
• External Power Compatible
• Resolution Settings – 3MP to 5MP
• VGA Video 16fps
• QVGA Video 20fps
• Adjustable PIR (Lo/Med/High)
• Trigger Speed — Less than 1 Second
• Trigger Interval — 0 Sec to 60 Minutes
• Multi Image Mode — 1-3 images per trigger
• Video Length – 1-60 seconds programmable
• Time Lapse Mode
• Temp Range -5F-140F
• 24 Infrared Night Vision LEDs — 45-foot range
• PIR Sensor is Motion Activated out to 45 feet
• Uses 4 to 8 AA Cell Batteries

Like other advanced technological products, the Trophy Cam has been designed to run on less power and expected battery life is 220 days.

The new Trophy Cam is sure to be a very popular item with outdoor enthusiasts who are looking for a quality trail camera without all the bulk. They will be easy to place in areas that will not alert game.

For more information on Bushnell Products visit www.bushnell.com or call 800-423-3537.

With life more demanding than ever, recreational family time is often sacrificed. Spending quality time with family members is the inspiration behind the new Excel Boat Company and the boats they manufacture. Whether it's fishing with your family, duck hunting with buddies or spending a leisurely summer evening on the water, Excel strives to make every boating experience more memorable. Every feature of an Excel boat is designed around safety, convenience and performance; allowing an Excel owner a more enjoyable boating experience and the ability to make the most of valuable family-time.

The new Excel Boat Company evolved from the rubble and total devastation of a deadly F4 tornado. In February 2008, the Rivertrail Boat Company, which had built the line of Excel Boats was leveled, and Rivertrail subsequently went out of business. In 2009, Excel Boats Company was established in Mountain View, AR, about 75 miles north of Little Rock.

Tim Scott, vice president of manufacturing, original founder of the Excel Boat product line and former employee of Xpress, an aluminum boat manufacturing company, manages the company. The new facility produces a full line of welded aluminum hunting and fishing boats ranging in length from 14 to 20 feet.

“Our skilled craftsman will build you the best combination of speed, turning performance, handling, and riding comfort,” Scott says. “We will back up every boat with our performance warranty.”

The Exceleration Hull is a design combination of a high-end bass boat performance hull combined with a slick-bottom triple tapered chime. The benefits equate to a hull with less water spray, better handling, superior lift, greater load capacity and enhanced top-end speed.

Excel boats offer ruggedness and value. The Shallow Water Series features a smooth hull and triple tapered chime to provide access for hunters and fisherman in shallow, stump, rock and weed infested waters. In such situations a slippery smooth hull dramatically outperforms a traditional modified “V” while the tapered chime will roll off stumps, logs and provide less resistance. The 24-inch sides will make outdoorsman equally comfortable in open, rough water.

Similar attention to detail and performance-minded features can be found on every Excel boat model such as a high performance Pad hull on Bass and Sport series boats and the quick Viper hull on Bay Boats. The standard options and attention to detail found on every Excel boat will make the most of any outdoor adventure or leisurely boat ride.

For more information, log onto the Excel Boats website at www.excelboats.net.

Significant improvements made to cases already considered top-of-the-line

The Gun Guard All Weather series cases have long been considered a must have case for shooting enthusiasts. In Plano's constant effort to bring out better products, Plano engineers have focused in the areas that are employed every time an All Weather case is used — the latches and handles. Each All Weather product, the pistol and accessory case as well as the double gun case have received significant improvements.

Security and safe transport is always a concern. That is why Plano has focused in on its all-new, two-stage latching system. Designed for ease of use and maximum security, these latches come in two styles, standard and lockable. Each of the Pistol/Accessory cases employs two standard latches and two keyed, lockable latches. Utilizing six latches, the double gun case will include four standard latches and two keyed, lockable latches.

Carrying the All Weather series has never been easier or more comfortable. An all new ergonomic handle has been developed to ease transport. This comfort fit handle features a soft grip insert and provides grip and comfort unmatched in any case.

For more information on the All Weather or any of the other fine Gun Guard products from Plano, go to www.planomolding.com.