Program Awards Over 550+ Grants Since 2008, Strengthening Access and Stewardship of Motorized and Outdoor Recreation on Public Lands Nationwide MARIETTA, Ga. – September 18, 2025 – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, today announced the latest recipients of its Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) grants for the second quarter of 2025. With this round of funding, the program... Continue Reading →
Yamaha Announces 2026 ATV Lineup
Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, announces its 2026 ATV lineup, highlighted by Special Edition Sport ATVs honoring Yamaha Motor’s 70th anniversary. Engineered for podium dominance, adventurous trail rides, or tackling tough jobs, Yamaha’s ATV lineup offers Proven Off-Road capability, comfort, and confidence for off-road enthusiasts seeking dependable performance for every adventure. Yamaha’s manufacturing facility in Newnan,... Continue Reading →
Yamaha Unveils 2026 Side-by-Side Vehicles: Proven Off-Road Excellence
Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, continues its Proven Off-Road legacy with the launch of its 2026 Side-by-Side (SxS) lineup, spotlighting the adventure-ready Wolverine RMAX4 1000. Engineered for rugged landscapes and delivering unforgettable experiences, the 2026 collection underscores Yamaha’s dedication to delivering a balance of capability, comfort, and confidence for off-road enthusiasts and families seeking dependable performance... Continue Reading →
Meet the First Garmin Smartwatches to Include inReach®
Meet the first Garmin smartwatches to include inReach® technology for both satellite and LTE network connectivity. There’s also an option for the first ever smartwatch with a brilliant, high-resolution MicroLED display: F?NIX® 8 Pro – AMOLED SMARTWATCHES Available in 47 mm or 51 mm sizes, these new inReach technology-enabled models let you leave your phone... Continue Reading →
Burbank Police Department Receives Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Grant with Help from Jay Leno
Yamaha Donates UMAX Rally 2+2 to Support Motorcycle Training Facility and Promote Safe, Responsible Riding MARIETTA, Ga. – July 1, 2025 – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, announced the donation of a UMAX Rally 2+2 utility golf car to the Burbank Police Department’s motorcycle training unit through the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI). The connection between Yamaha... Continue Reading →
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Awards More Than $387,000 in Q1 2025
MARIETTA, Ga. – June 11, 2025 – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, awarded more than $387,000 in grants through its Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) in the first quarter of 2025, supporting efforts to protect and improve off-highway vehicle (OHV) opportunities across the country, with a particular focus on large-scale projects in Oregon and Georgia. "Yamaha continues to support a... Continue Reading →
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative and Yamaha Rightwaters™ Join Forces to Expand Outdoor Recreation and Conservation Efforts
MARIETTA, Ga. – March 31, 2025 – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, reinforces its commitment to outdoor recreation and conservation by awarding more than $400,000 in grants in the second half of 2024 through its Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI). For the first time, Yamaha OAI has partnered with Yamaha Rightwaters to extend its impact beyond land-based... Continue Reading →
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Awards Over $170,000 in Second Quarter Grants to Rebuild OHV Trails Affected by Natural Disasters
Yamaha Funds Projects to Restore Public Land Access After Tornadoes, Flooding, and Winter Storms MARIETTA, Ga. – September 19, 2024 – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, awarded more than $170,000 in grants through its Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) in the second quarter of 2024, funding critical efforts to restore off-highway vehicle (OHV) and recreational trails damaged... Continue Reading →
Overcoming Challenges in Handgun Hunting With Open Sights
Learn from the challenges and missed shots in handgun hunting, and discover how practice and understanding limitations can lead to success.
Exploring the Thrill of Handgun Hunting
The excitement and challenges of handgun hunting is a unique hunting style that has become an addictive adventure for many seasoned hunters.
The Power of Yamaha Side-by-Side Accessories
Yamaha side-by-side accessories make work at the deer lease more enjoyable. Learn about the top accessories to increase comfort and productivity.
Yamaha Announces All-New Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Adventure Side-by-Side
The all-new Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 sets a new standard in off-road family adventures with its unparalleled comfort, capability, and versatility.
Yamaha Announces 2025 Proven Off-Road Side-by-Side and ATV Models
Yamaha sets a new Proven Off-Road standard with its 2025 Side-by-Side and ATV models, unveiling an all-new RMAX4 1000, technological enhancements, and more.
Crossbow Hunting During the Whitetail Rut
The whitetail rut is always a primetime to go hunting. Wade heads out during the rut in South Texas to catch a glimpse of some rutting action and fill the freezer.
A Father and Son Crossbow Hunt
Scott and Cullen's return to Texas was fueled by the desire to make this hunting trip even more successful.
An Unforgettable Whitetail Buck
See the story of a magnificent 13-point buck, a true trophy by any standard, and Joe’s biggest whitetail buck to date.
Mastering Whitetail Hunting in the Rain: Strategies and Insights
While some may view rainy days as deterrents, seasoned hunters know that with the right approach, rain can create opportunities to harvest elusive whitetail bucks.
A Rainy Whitetail Adventure in Kansas
During the fall of the 2023 Deer Season Scott Newby and Steve Nessl of Yamaha Outdoors and Wade Middleton of Whitetail Diaries journeyed to Kansas to hunt whitetails with Coal Creek Outfitters for the second year in a row. The hunt was to target the famed Kansas whitetails that can grow into giants. As they... Continue Reading →
Yamaha and Southern California Mountains Foundation Join Forces for Public Lands Conservation
Alongside 50 Yamaha employees, their family, and friends, members of the Southern California Mountains Foundation (SCMF) and forest service staff worked on a variety of critical maintenance projects at the popular Pinnacles OHV Staging Area to protect access to the well-traveled trails.
Hunting a One of a Kind Texas Whitetail
I have learned over the years that being a deer hunter, there are times when you get fixated on one particular deer that consumes you and nothing else you see will be the one you want to harvest.
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					