Author: Jack Bogart

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 10, 2026 — Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) announced today the launch of Strigo™ – a new set of modular defense solutions that includes radio-frequency (RF) sensors, missile datalinks and missile seeker technologies built on a common baseline. Leveraging common architectures, Strigo solutions can be reconfigured quickly for a range of missions, from air defense to missile defense to air-to-surface engagements and beyond. To support the rapid development of Strigo solutions, Lockheed Martin has established a dedicated product center to accelerate the concept-to-delivery pipeline of these new capabilities. The product center serves as a storefront of ready-now and near-ready solutions that can…

The history of the Indigenous people and the pioneers who pushed them out, risking it all for a new life out West, is as much a part of the state of Wyoming as its mountains, rivers, and plains. The stories of covered wagons, saloons, gold mines, and tragic wars are endless, much like the trails that weave through these historic sites. In Wyoming, you can find places that bring the past back to life, places where you can follow in the footsteps of all those who came before. From short interpretive walks to full-day adventure hikes, the trails and the…

WASHINGTON — In a major effort to accelerate the delivery of critical capabilities to the warfighter, the U.S. Army announced today it is opening four premier stateside military test ranges and collaborating with partners to open an international military test range to private industry for their internal research, development and rapid experimentation. Spearheaded by the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC), in close partnership with the Mississippi and Michigan National Guard and U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), this initiative prioritizes commercial access to specialized environments ideal for testing drones, counter-drone technologies, long-range fires and low-cost interceptors. The ranges designated for…

Wind stings my bare cheeks as I absolutely fly over the powder-coated groomer at Vail Mountain. An unexpected storm had dropped 5 inches of fresh snow over the smooth face. With a historically poor winter in the rearview, I was going to make the most of this surprisingly soft morning ski test. I slarved a turn and felt a spray of powder plaster my grin. I railed a couple more carves, slashed some speed with another plume of snow, and coasted slowly into the chairlift, nary a person in line. The morning was unforecast and awesome, a near-perfect allegory for…

When it comes to public lands, poll after poll shows that most Americans support national parks and other public lands. In Missouri last week, that love of public lands was put to the test. Voters went to the polls to decide whether to approve the state’s 0.1% sales tax that funds parks. The measure passed with overwhelming support, securing the future of major new outdoor recreation projects. The Tax and the Vote First established in 1984, the Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax is a 0.1% sales tax that funds state parks and historic sites, as well as soil and…

National park visitors may soon be sharing the sidewalks with e-scooters and hoverboards, thanks to a rule change from the National Park Service (NPS) this week. On Tuesday, the NPS announced new rules for “powered micromobility devices,” which includes e-scooters, electric skateboards, Segways, and self-balancing devices like the OneWheel. The growing popularity of these electric devices led to revised guidance from the NPS on how park officials can manage their use. Though some aspects of the rule change remain unclear, it looks like more of these devices will be allowed in certain areas of national parks. Here’s what we know…

PK Gunsmithing – Barreled Action Removal Tool The Barreled Action Removal Tool (BART) allows for removal of 5.56/.223 gas barrels without putting undue stress on the upper receiver. Tool eliminates stress to the receiver and keeps the roque within the barrel and extension. It also tool allows for vertical or horizontal positioning without movement of the upper receiver. The front of the tool engages precisely with the locking lugs while the rear utilizes a bronze bushing to keep the tool positively secured/centered in the barrel/upper receiver. Made from 1018 steel. Designed and sold exclusively by PK Gunsmithing of Bozeman, MT.…

The Department of the Interior is reviewing wilderness management policies across millions of acres of federal public land, and the public has until Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, to weigh in. The review involves the Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Interior says it is considering updates or revisions to existing wilderness policies in an effort to improve consistency and management across the agencies. So far, Interior hasn’t proposed a specific policy change. What’s Being Reviewed? For the BLM, the review includes Manual 6330, which governs Wilderness Study Areas. Those are lands the agency…

By Kevin Creighton Posted in #EDC Editor’s Note: Firearms and self-defense laws vary widely by jurisdiction. Readers are responsible for understanding the federal, state, and local laws that apply to them. This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional instruction. For self-defense training, consult a qualified firearms instructor. These days, carrying a defensive pistol with you every day is a major driver of American gun culture. A 2021 study by the National Shooting Sports Foundation showed that personal protection and home defense was the reason why people were purchasing a…

CLARKE RANGE, ANNISTON, Ala. – The Capability Program Executive (CPE) Aviation Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS) Project Office is advancing company-level directed requirements — putting relevant, rapidly deployable drones in Soldiers’ hands, and creating capability decision space for Transformation in Contact (TiC) Units. During a week of evaluation events performed by Product Office Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (SUAS), Soldiers in TiC units participated in Medium Range Reconnaissance (MRR) system demonstrations intended to inform their own system fielding selections. As part of the Army’s initiative to test and field new technologies directly with operational units, this event allowed Soldiers to familiarize themselves…