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Articles and information on lead-free ammo, tackle, and general interest articles about the impact of lead on people, wildlife, and the environment, and what people are doing about it!
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Jan 1, 2024
Bass Pro Shops - Lead-Free Fishing Tackle!
Bass Pro Shops sells a wide variety of lead-free fishing tackle.
Jan 1, 2024
Bass Pro Shops - Lead-Free Ammo and Fishing Tackle!
Bass Pro Shops sells a wide variety of lead-free ammo and fishing tackle
Nov 28, 2023
A lead ammo compromise? Incentives edge out bans.
The scientific conclusions about the dangers of lead ammunition and fishing tackle to wildlife and people are unequivocal. But that consensus has not led to definitive action due to political pushback.
Nov 27, 2023
Legislation Debate!
Hageman Says Biden’s Lead Ammo Ban An ‘Attack’ On Second Amendment
"Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2023." Hageman sees as protecting the 2nd Amendment.
Sep 22, 2023
The story of the legendary BOSS shotgun shells
BOSS Shotshells Origin Story
BOSS started from a high-performing, hand-loaded shotshell…and an idea. In 2018, BOSS introduced its patented copper plated bismuth with a direct to consumer business model. They focus on superior performance and best-in-class customer service,
Scientific Articles on Lead Poisoning and
its Impact on Wildlife and People
Articles on lead poisoning in California Condors, eagles, raptors, waterfowl, people,
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May 1, 2018
Chronic Lead Intoxication From Eating Wild-Harvested Game
Unsafe blood lead levels can occur from eating game harvested with lead ammunition. Physicians should warn hunting patients of this potential risk.
Jun 25, 2012
Lead poisoning and the deceptive recovery of the critically endangered California condor
The only hope of achieving true recovery without intensive ongoing management is dependent on the elimination or substantial reduction of lead poisoning rates.
Jan 1, 2012
Recovery Plan Update
Efforts to Restore the California Condor to the Wild
Captive reproduction; lead poisoning remains a significant obstacle to full Condor recovery.
Apr 6, 2011
Lead Exposure in Free-Flying Turkey Vultures Is Associated with Big Game Hunting in California
Spent lead ammunition in carrion poses a significant risk of lead exposure to scavengers.
Apr 26, 2010
Potential Hazard to Human Health from Exposure to Fragments of Lead Bullets and Shot in the Tissues of Game Animals
The potential health hazard from lead ingested in the meat of game animals may be larger than previous risk assessments indicated.
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Sad... Lead poisoning in an iconic Bald Eagle.