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Forrest Tool Company takes Las Vegas for NFR

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Forrest Tool Company is the proud creator of the MAX® Multipurpose ToolKit. They have been creating trusted and military-grade tools for more than 25 years. Since day one, Forrest Tool Company has made it a priority to provide their customers with a product that could not only withstand the toughest conditions but also one to be proudly made in America. When you make your purchase, you’re making a one-time investment in a tool that will last a lifetime. Made in America, and trusted by the military, you can’t go wrong with this all-in-one tool.

Official Wrangler NFR Watch Party

Thank you to Forrest Tool Company who is a proud sponsor of the Official Wrangler NFR Watch Party at the Tropicana Las Vegas. Tis the season for the Superbowl of Rodeo, the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo 2023! The second annual Official Wrangler NFR Watch Party presented by Cowboy Lifestyle Network is kicking off on Saturday, December 9th, and Friday, December 15th, 2023. Wrangler Network and Cowboy Lifestyle Network have teamed up again to throw a top-notch party. This is an exclusive invitational event only. This is a great time to come together, grab a cold one, and watch the best cowboys and cowgirls around take on the rankest animal athletes. Here you’ll have a chance to enter the Forrest Tool Company raffle to win your very own Signature Edition MAX® ToolKit!

The Do-It-All Tool

The MAX® Multipurpose ToolKit is the does-it-all tool for you. Unlike other bulky tool kits that take up valuable space, this tool comes with eight commonly used tools all in one lightweight, easy-to-carry, and stow case.  

What’s Included:

  • 34” Composite Polyglass Handle
  • 3.5-lb Hudson Bay Ax Head with Striking Surface
  • Shovel
  • Pick
  • Broad Pick
  • Mattock Blade
  • Combination McLeod
  • Rake and Hoe Rake-Hoe Fastener
  • 6 Lock Pins
  • Embossed Leather Ax Sheath
  • Cordura® Carrying Case

MAX® Ax Head

The MAX® Ax is great for splitting firewood for a wood stove, campfire, or relaxing fireplace at home. You can also use it to fell trees for wood, or buck logs and trees that have fallen on the trail or path that you’re following. The handle of the ax is made out of composite polyglass, making it light and easy to get the job done.

Striking Surface

The MAX® Hudson Bay ax head has a striking surface that is opposite of the ax blade. This works in a pinch as a hammer if you need to mend fences or other structures on the ranch. It is also perfect for driving tent stakes, anchors, spikes, or anything else you need to secure to the ground. 

Broad Pick

The MAX® broad pick is ideal for tearing through tough, wet soil such as clay or silt that won’t loosen up the way rocky or dry soil will. It’s great for narrow trench work if you need to lay wire or conduit. It also works great as a pry-bar to lever heavy objects that need to be moved, whether you need to pull some boards from a fence or building, or you are trying to shift boulders or large logs to other locations. The MAX® broad pick is one of those tools that is handy in any situation you put it in.

Pick

The MAX® pick is an excellent tool for busting up rocky soil before moving it or breaking up stuck-together material such as feed, hay, or ice, for spreading. If you want to loosen up some stubborn ground before planting, this is your tool!

Mattock

The mattock, when attached, turns the MAX® into a Pulaski, which is a primary tool for fire control efforts. The mattock attachment cuts through roots and soil like butter and is great for digging out a trench quickly or removing tree stumps and roots around your property.

Shovel

The MAX® shovel is a key element in the kit. With a full-size shovel blade, it makes recovery efforts a breeze. You can use it to dig your vehicle out when it high-centers, gets stuck, or to dig a quick latrine if you catch yourself in a bind. At 34 inches, it’s not quite a full-length shovel, but it’s longer than most camp shovels. The shovel, combined with the polyglass ax handle provides an ergonomic grip that’s shaped to be strong wherever you’re applying force.

Rake and Hoe (McLeod)

The McCleod rake and hoe attachment is the perfect combo tool! Its primary purpose in fire control is to cut fire breaks in the land to prevent/manage the ability of wildfire to spread. It’s also great for campsite preparation. You can use the rake side to collect kindling and clear brush, then turn it around to level space for the tent, firepit, and camp furniture. 

Tropicana Las Vegas

A huge thank you to everyone at Tropicana Las Vegas for making this happen. When you’re staying at the Tropicana Las Vegas, there is no shortage of great dining and entertainment! The 2023 NFR has officially kicked off and CLN welcomes you to the table as we dig into this year’s top-notch dining and entertainment options at the Tropicana Las Vegas. Not only is the Tropicana a hub for all things NFR but this award-winning resort & casino is also serving up world-class dining options for the whole family!

Megan deFabry

Howdy, I'm Megan deFabry. I grew up in Reno, Nevada, but since 2017 my heart has called Texas home. I now reside in Austin, Texas since 2020. I'm driven by my faith, cherished relationships with family and friends, and my professional ambitions. I'm passionate about digital marketing and journalism, especially the wide-open spaces of America's Western lifestyle, the grit of agriculture, the excitement of rodeo, and the heart of country music. For nearly a decade, I've been sharing this way of life through storytelling. And like any good cowboy tale, there's a loyal sidekick, my little Dachshund, Frank, who I adopted from a shelter in New Braunfels, Texas, back in 2018. He keeps me grounded, reminding me to chase horizons and savor life's simple joys. I graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Consumer Affairs and a minor in Mass Communication. My major taught me to decode consumer behavior, which is crucial for marketing, while my minor sharpened my storytelling skills. Since then, I've spent years mastering SEO and content strategy, staying ahead in a fast-moving field. My work even caught the eye of Cowboy Lifestyle Network's CTO, Irish Padmore, who recognized me for contributing to his research on Consumer Behavior in the Age of AI. Since 2018, I've been honored to work at Cowboy Lifestyle Network. Now as Editor-in-Chief writing, editing, and publishing articles that capture the cowboy spirit, crafting strategies rooted in Western values, and building real client connections. Guided by ethical journalism, I aim to tell stories that resonate and reflect the unsung heroes of the Western spirit.

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