Conservation & Heritage

Hammer, File, and Fire: How Southern Gunsmiths Are Bringing a Dying Craft Back to Life

Across the backroads and small towns of the American South, a quiet revival is underway. A new generation of gunsmiths is picking up where their grandfathers left off, blending old-world technique with modern precision to keep a proud trade alive. We sat down with some of the craftsmen leading the charge.

Aug 22, 2026

Don't Let Them Pave Over Our Hunting Heritage: A Call to Stand and Preserve What Matters

Southern hunting traditions are more than a pastime — they're a living thread connecting generations of families to the land, to each other, and to a way of life worth fighting for. But between creeping regulations, urban sprawl, and a cultural establishment that views hunters with suspicion, that thread is under real strain. Here's why it matters, and what we can do about it.

Aug 22, 2026